Diagnostics DIYers VAG COM etc

mickdw

Might be useful if anyone here with vag com etc would list their location & if they are willing to help out re fault code reading etc.

gofaster_s13

I have Mercedes Star diagnostics on my laptop which covers all Mercs from Smart cars to Actros's I also have access to Vag-Com and several other Diag tools.

daithihalton

Hi I have full vcds (vag-com)

rebel.ranter

I have BMW Carsoft with dongle. I also have Merc Carsoft but no dongle yet.

I also have BMW ETK (parts), TIS (how to),WDS (proper wiring diagrams), KSD​, EBA, ETK, ETM etc. All fairly up to date I renew them as soon as the latest are available on EBay.

Buford T Justice

I have the Audi A4 Manual B5 Model

Its the VAG Workshop digital version and has some VW's on it as well. Excellent breakdowns of all aspects of the car for removing and replacing parts

nogoodnamesleft

I have ELSAWIN (VW Dealer Tool) workshop manual, wiring diagrams, list of known recalls. Does every VW passenger and commercial vehicle from (i think) mid 70's to present.

I also have a shareware version of VAG-COM (can view and clear cause codes)

COB MGV8

I have the Alfadiag software and OBD II connector

Located in North Dublin

Owen

Don't forget locations lads!

I've a simple ODBII code reader/eraser for the simpler jobs if anyone needs it. Based in Cork City.

jackofalltrades

PaintDoctor wrote:

I've a simple ODBII code reader/eraser for the simpler jobs if anyone needs it. Based in Cork City.

Do you mind me asking where you picked up your ODBII code reader from?

Seanieke

Have ye all bought these programmes?? Where's the best place to get them?

hiluxman

i have a universal scan tool, does nearly every make unless its a complete oddball. baised in kildare

dodzy

jackofalltrades wrote: »

Do you mind me asking where you picked up your ODBII code reader from?

I got a OBDII scan tool for VW / Audi - EBAY - 40€ IIRC. Not a VAGCOM by any means but useful nonethe less. CEL resetting / error log indications and a few other useful bits and bobs. Comes with interface dongle / USB cable & software for lappy.

GTE

I have an OBD II cable and the free shareware VAG COM 409. Based in North Kildare. I cant be of much use aside from fault code reading and clearing.

AzureAuto

Have vagcom and up to date (important!) ethos scanner, all models bar korean, but will dial up eobd protocols for vehicvles with 16 pin obd2. based in kildare.

crosshair1

Have VCDS genuine and other interfaces to cover all makes
Co. Offaly

Gerry

Have full VAGCOM genuine, based in North Kildare.

1948Wolseley

I've got a universal scanner (this one: www.obdtester.com), based in Cork city.

Sleepy

dodzy wrote: »

I got a OBDII scan tool for VW / Audi - EBAY - 40€ IIRC. Not a VAGCOM by any means but useful nonethe less. CEL resetting / error log indications and a few other useful bits and bobs. Comes with interface dongle / USB cable & software for lappy.

I have one of these leads and the laptop software on order from ebay at the moment. Cost about €30.

Clontarf area if anyone wants a lend from next week or so...

-Corkie-

I have a vagcom 908. i am in north west cork..

n0brain3r

I have the shareware VAG-Com can read and clear DTC's - Maynooth

lafors

I've got Elsawin (tech docs/repair guides) for most VAG models (VW/AUDI/SEAT/SKODA).
Also have ETKA parts diagrams for same.

Neilw

Full version of VCDS, North Dublin/Leixlip/Maynooth.

selfdiy

Just wondering does anyone have the "tech 2" with the Isuzu Card? I'm interested in diagnostics on a trooper.

rebel.ranter

I now have INPA (BMW factory diagnostics), DIS/GT1 (Older BMW dealer diag/programming), Progman (BMW programming)

Owen

Me too RR

tossy

Anal bit but it's not called VAG COM anymore it's called VCDS. (sorry )

Anyway,i have full version of VCDS based in Kildare.

Maybe a mod could edit the first post to include a list of members/tools/location broken up into province (this is the way we do it on another forum i'm on)

Then make it a sticky.

Row

I have Peugeot Planet/Citroen Lexia/Opel Opcom/General code reader that reads engine faults only on 98+ petrol's and 04+Diesels....
Also has access to part no's/removal guides for Peugeot/Citroen....:)
Based Outside Galway City.

Nforce

rebel.ranter wrote: »

I now have INPA (BMW factory diagnostics), DIS/GT1 (Older BMW dealer diag/programming), Progman (BMW programming)

What cables/hardware are you using for the above. I've the lot too..but it won't work with Carsoft cables afaik. Also...will the BMW diagnostic software work on the Rover 75/MG ZT?

Lucifer

Have Op com and access to tech 2 for opels. Also have repair instructions, wiring diagrams etc. Am based in south Dublin.

Owen

Nforce wrote: »

What cables/hardware are you using for the above. I've the lot too..but it won't work with Carsoft cables afaik. Also...will the BMW diagnostic software work on the Rover 75/MG ZT?

We both use an EDIABAS cable which takes a lot of configuring to setup. No, won't work with a 75 - I've tried.

Andrew Campbell

I have a General EOBD fault code reader which will reset Engine warning lights, read fault codes and read VIN numbers. It will do petrol cars from 2001+ and diesel 2004+ and also works sometimes on older cars. I'm based near Ranelagh in Dublin 6/4. Its a new tool and i'd like to build up some experience using it so am happy to read your faults/codes/reset lights for free. It would be a great help if you knew where the socket is located on your car but i can help you find it if needs be. please PM me if you want my contact details.

pherbert

i have vcds (vag-com) based in Youghal CO CORK and also a generic reader obdII for any other car

rebel.ranter

Nforce wrote: »

What cables/hardware are you using for the above. I've the lot too..but it won't work with Carsoft cables afaik. Also...will the BMW diagnostic software work on the Rover 75/MG ZT?:)

Firstly I'm not sure exactly how much compatibility there is with the Rover. I successfully used all the software INPA/DIS, etc. with the Carsoft cables. However I got sick of having to run a Carsoft diagnostic before using any of the programs (You have to run one Carsoft test to "initialise" the Carsoft interface). I since bought an INPA/Ediabas compatible interface like this one.
There is a few IP networking issues that could trip you up too.
It was working a treat before my laptop blue screened. I have since gotten a dedicated laptop to run it on. However the performance has gone a little intermittent since switching laptops. I have also gotten V39 daten files for Progman & a copy of DIS v57 working with a Diaghead emulator. Both my versions of DIS v44 & v57 are either working brilliantly (doing autodetect, etc.) or not working at all. Even if I do one Diag session immediately after finishing nother one I run into problems. I'm hoping it is a simple fix not a dodgy cable.
I am considering buying a D + K CAN cable like this one. That would cover post 2007 cars too, plus it's a USB cable.

I also got VAG-COM & have an interface on the way. Apparently they can be modified to work with the BMW software too, a simple soldering job is all that's needed.

Looking for a copy of FoCom for Fords, can anyone point me in the right direction?

Nforce

I bought the same INPA cables and have the same software. Haven't had a chance to test it yet. I've a dedicated notebook set aside for diagnostics but as it doesn't have a serial port I'm running a PCMCIA adapter (works okay with Carsoft) but was very temperamental with the original INPA software and Carsoft cable setup that I was running.
Pity none of this will work with the 75/ZT as I'm looking at bringing one in over the next couple of months.

rebel.ranter

The basis for all the software (if you're using them without a diaghead) is that they use Ediabas. INPA is the most straight forward, if you're having issues with INPA then you're in for bigger issues with the rest of the software.