Version indicates the firmware version of your Interface. If the Interface Status is “Not Found!”,check the connections at the car and PC.Make sure both are plugged in securely.Serial Interfaces get their power from the vehicle so they will not be recognized at all if not plugged into a car.Īdapter Type should always be “RossTech” followed by the name of the Interface such as “HEX-USB+CAN”.

Once you are in the Options Screen,Select the correct port for your PC’s USB Port (USB) or Serial Port (typically COM1 or COM2) and click the button. Start the VCDS program on your PC through either the Start Menu or the VCDS icon on your Desktop.įrom the Main Screen in VCDS click the button to go into the Options screen. The engine may either be running or stopped. Make sure the key is turned far enough that the dash lights are fully illuminated.

Turn the vehicle’s ignition switch to the ON position. If your vehicle has a 2×2 port (some pre-1996 vehicles), then use the optional 2×2 Adapter between the Interface and the ports in the car. Next, unplug the USB Interface from your PC, wait 5 seconds and plug it back in.Ĭonnect the car end of your Interface to your vehicle’s Diagnostic Port. It may be under “Other Devices” or under “Universal Serial Bus Controllers”. On the left side of the screen under System Tools, select Device Manager.įind the “VCDS Compatible USB Interface” or similar and delete it. Select Manage to bring up Computer Management. You can find the Device Manager by right-clicking on My Computer in XP or on Computer in Vista or 7. If, for some reason, you installed the USB Interface without following the above instructions, and VCDS does not work correctly, go into your PC’s Device Manager while the USB Interface is connected. The process should be automated but you may need to click “Continue Anyway” part way through the process. Select “Install the software automatically (Recommended)” then click If you are prompted with the choice, pick “No, Not This Time” when asked if you want to connect to the Internet to search for drivers. If you are using XP or W2000, click on the Found New Hardware message and the Found New Hardware Wizard should start up. The drivers many install automatically in Windows 7 or Vista. Interface, a message like this should pop up: If you are using a Serial Interface then you can proceed to step #4.

If your PC is further from the vehicle’s diagnostic port than 6 feet,Ĭonnect an approved Extension Cable between the PC and the Interface. VCDS 17.8.1 Full+Loader V2/V4 Free Download & InstallationĬonnect the USB end of your USB Interface or the Serial end of your Serial Interface to the correct port on your PC.

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