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Offline dicksparks

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Computer connection
« on: 15 June 2004, 17:02 »
Hi Got 1997 Vr6 is there any way to connect a laptop to the car to diagnose a ABS fault code from the cars computer thanks
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Offline Overseer

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Re:Computer connection
« Reply #1 on: 15 June 2004, 17:09 »
yes there is, but you need a VAG-COM cable and software.

there is a OBD-II diagnostics socket in a hidden panel next to the ashtray (you have to remove the tray to get at it)
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Re:Computer connection
« Reply #2 on: 15 June 2004, 17:24 »
Do you know were i can get the cable and software thanks
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Re:Computer connection
« Reply #3 on: 15 June 2004, 17:28 »
not sure where the best place is, its a lil pricey.  try ebay?

if you have a friendly local vw specialist they may do it for free or little charge.
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Offline BruceyBoy

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Re:Computer connection
« Reply #4 on: 16 June 2004, 15:11 »
I got mine from these guys :

http://www.cartechsolutions.com/

Good service and the cable works a treat!
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Offline adyh

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Re:Computer connection
« Reply #5 on: 16 June 2004, 17:11 »
Thats a good price , what did it cost you all in  ?

The site says they only ship to canada and the us
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Offline BruceyBoy

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Re:Computer connection
« Reply #6 on: 21 June 2004, 08:07 »
It cost me about ?40 all in. I bought it via Ebay, but a mate of mine got one through their websire. Drop them a mail Im sure they will ship you one.
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