The latest free update to fully licensed users of VAG-COM (now called VCDS) is available to download.VCDS Front Screen showing new name and buttons

 

Data Version 20080529 includes:

  • New Product Name: VAG-COM is now VCDS
    • Support for control modules using the new UDS/ODX/ASAM protocol.
      The following functions are supported:
      Control Module ID (including Advanced ID), Coding, Security Access, and Fault Codes.
    • New Session Log capabilities.
    • Support for Generic OBD-II Mode 10.
    • Support for vehicles with dual ECUs, for example the RS4 and W12 engines.
      Both ECUs are accessible simultaneously via address 31 for Basic Settings such as TBA.
    • Revised Adaptation screen to support the much longer Long Adaptations now appearing in some control modules.
    • Revised Advanced ID screen for increased flexibility handling the various data items appearing in the latest control modules.
    • New internal Gateway Coding Assistant (required for Audi B8 platform cars).
    • Much improved documentation (Label Files) for many older cars.

    Go straight to Ross-Tech to download the update or login (licensed interface required)
    Other recent additions include

     

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    The new simple service reminder reset function lets you reset the service interval display with an easy to use drop down menu.

     

     

     

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    Save live data snapshots. You can now save snapshots of live data at any time.

     

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    Live data snapshots are saved as text files which can be viewed, printed or emailed easily

     

     

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    To check you are up to date, click the "About" button and check the number underneath the main version number.