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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: Deano2711 on 06 October 2009, 23:07
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Hi Everyone
I am fairly new to the Golf scene and have been reading about Vagcom on here quite a bit. I know nothing about Vagcom and from what I can gather it reads the fault codes and resets service codes etc. After looking on fleabay I have seen one which I am thinking of buying. Is this what I need or is it no good to me?? I drive a 1997 8v GTi by the way.
Also don't know how to paste a link to item so the item number is190329451002
Thanks for your help
Deano
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Hi Mate
Yes that cable looks to be what you need. I haven't got that one exactly, so if you truly want to be sure then get the one i got. It comes with the software too so you don't have to faff about on the web.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/USB-VAG-COM-VAG-COM-409-1-OBD-2-II-CABLE-LEAD-AUDI-VW_W0QQitemZ230383853575QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Diagnostic_Tools_Equipment?hash=item35a3f2a007&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_2782wt_850
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Cheers Mate Is it easy enough to use then?? I have no experience of Vagcom at all. Cheers Deano
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Yeah its easy enough. It can do far more complex things too if you really wanted to. Various info on thr forums and web so not too difficult to find out how to do stuff. The Ross Tech website is helpful.
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Cheers Mate Will invest in one straight away. Deano
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Hi Everyone
I am fairly new to the Golf scene and have been reading about Vagcom on here quite a bit. I know nothing about Vagcom and from what I can gather it reads the fault codes and resets service codes etc. After looking on fleabay I have seen one which I am thinking of buying. Is this what I need or is it no good to me?? I drive a 1997 8v GTi by the way.
Also don't know how to paste a link to item so the item number is190329451002
Thanks for your help
Deano
Just copy and paste the address bar starting http//www. and there is a vagcom section in the garage.
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?board=73.0
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ive got that one too works great
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Have just brought it off E.Bay and will have a tinker when it arrives. Is there anything I need to be aware of when using this?? Cheers Deano
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no its pretty fullproof, cant really screw anything up without trying, your sig is making me feel abit sea sick though :sick:
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no its pretty fullproof, cant really screw anything up without trying, your sig is making me feel abit sea sick though :sick:
Just got visions of me resetting the ECU or something daft!!!! I like the sig it's a bit different and just happened to find it whilst exploring a site!! Can affect if you look long enough!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Cheers Deano
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Sorry to hijack your thread mate, but just looking at that ebay link and it says it doesn't work with the MK5 Golf... anyone got a link for a ebay one that is good, and also works with the mk 5?
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MK5 uses the newer version of the software and a different spec cable. Go to the Ross Tech website and see which version you need, then you gave options of Ross Tech cable or ebay version.
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This was a handy thread - just ordered this myself (Exact one from this link) for my 8v GTi as my ABS and Airbag lights are on so hopefully I can sort these out but quick question. Where do I plug it in?
I know in Vauxhalls it's near the handbrake but where is it in the golf?
Thanks in advance.
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Sorry to hijack your thread mate, but just looking at that ebay link and it says it doesn't work with the MK5 Golf... anyone got a link for a ebay one that is good, and also works with the mk 5?
Try www.chinavasion.com
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This was a handy thread - just ordered this myself (Exact one from this link) for my 8v GTi as my ABS and Airbag lights are on so hopefully I can sort these out but quick question. Where do I plug it in?
I know in Vauxhalls it's near the handbrake but where is it in the golf?
Thanks in advance.
Remove the ashtray. Then on the left, there is a plastic cover that will slide to the right. This will reveal the plug.
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Just removed the front ashtray from mine and there is no panel that moves/slides to reveal a plug. Is there a different place to look. Mine is a 1997 model if this helps. Or if anyone has pics?? Cheers Deano
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Panel next to ashtray I thought :undecided:
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Next to the ashtray is the cigarette lighter which does not come out. When I was having a look and pulling panels (gently) the dash frontage was moving so have not found a removable part yet. HELP!!!!!!lol Deano
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the panel to the left of the ashtray should slide across to the right, i think some old ones had a different possition but 97 should deffo be there
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Got it Buddy. Well hidden or what!!!!! Thanks for your help I will have a play about with it later Cheers Deano
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JamesBaby Thanks for the recommendation - could not recommend this E.Bayer enough. Ordered one mid morning yesterday and it's arrived this morning. Fantastic service. Cheers for the prompt/link. Deano
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:smiley:
No worries mate. That's why we are all on this forum.
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Hi Don't know if anyone can help but I have installed Vagcom software on my laptop and just plugged into car. It says I have to test first them save settings before I can scan anything. I have hit the test button but keeps saying interface not found!!!! Can anyone help as it's bloody freezing in this car!!! :grin: :grin: Does the ignition or engine need to be on or something??? Cheers Deano
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yes ignition has to be on, if still doesnt find it change the com port+ try again, theres more possibilities but ill wait til you try that
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Already tried that Mate but I only have 1 port on my laptop. It just doesn't seem to be found on the laptop. I will try the works laptop and let you know. Should take about ten minutes. Cheers Deano :smiley: :smiley:
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You have to select the correct COM port in settings. When you attach the cable to the PC, look in device manager for it, it will say which com port it's assigned. Select this as the Com port in the Vag Com settings. Then plug into the car (no need to start, just turn key to position 2). It should then run that initial setup. Then click 'Save'. So you only do it this once.
Check out the Ross Tech website, or do a search here. The info is there, it's easy enough. :wink:
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Thanks Guys Plugged it into the works laptop and it found it and is now working. Time to take a hammer to my laptop if it doesn't start behaving!!!!lol Thanks for all your advice. Cheers Deano
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Have now managed to connect the laptop to the Golf and performed and saved the test results as prompted. How do I now go about performing tests on the car etc. Do I need a serial number from Ross Tech or something?? I know very little about computers!!!!!!!!! Can anyone shed any light?? Cheers Deano
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Got mine through this morning but having a laptop with Vista all it does is crash even running in administrator mode. Awsome managed to find that there is a problem with the airbag but now I can't do anything with it as every button I press causes it to crash.
Any Ideas people?
Thanks...