[Tahoe]

Is there is a VW OBDII scanner I can use just to check the check engine light code and reset it? Other than the vagcom.

Like Ziggy is talking about here: LINK

I have another check engine light. Quite a few in the past, associated with coil packs going bad and an O2 sensor. All have been replaced.

I punched the gas getting on the freeway last week and the Check Engine light appeared. And hasn't gone off since. I have since driven about 4 hrs and it wont' clear. Just remains solid.

I'm tired of taking it to the dealer and would much rather reset it once and make sure it is a reoccurring issue first. I know there is the fancy vagcom software but I don't want to spend that much this late in the game.

Anyone try one of these? AMAZON

Thanks

 

[Tahoe]

Actually, just came across this ONE and thought I'd give it a try.

 

[FLTouaregTDIGuy]

Let us know how it works I wouldn't mind one if it works on my 2013

 

[Tom_B]

It would be interesting to know its limitations. Maybe it's not for everyone in every sitiuation, but IMO there is no alternative for near the price that will do what VCDS does. We have three VWs and it has paid for itself multiple times over. We've only had our TDI Treg 6 mos and it would've paid for itself already (had I not already owned VCDS). I performed multiple scans and gave the data to the dealer to help track down an intermittent limp mode issue. Frankly, from looking at the service history I believe that problem is why the original owner got tired of the problems and traded it in the first place. Good for me since it had low miles. I'm not naive enough to believe I won't ever need it again for the Treg. If one plans to do hardly any work themselves on a VW, I believe VCDS is a sound investment. Good luck in solving your issue.

 

[FLTouaregTDIGuy]

How much is a real VCDS?

 

[noobytoogy]

Go here:

Ross-Tech: Home

 

[Tahoe]

$250 plus the manual I believe. I really should have bought it from the start.

But,

1. We don't have a single windows computer in our house. And have to buy Windows XP and Parallels ($200)

2. I don't know how much longer I will keep this VW. And don't plan to ever own a VW after the reliability issues with this one.

 

[howarmat]

Any update on any of the sanners? i want something i can leave in the Treg and not have to run to get my laptop just to check a code

 

[Tahoe]

I was impressed with this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005I7JAX8/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I leave it in my car now under the seat. I can pull up a code with in a minute. It was worth the cost to avoid going to the dealer to check a code. If anyone is in the SF, Bay area and needs a code checked. Send me a PM. I'm happy to share it.

 

[saf66]

Do a search for elm 327 on eBay. It is a scanner with wifi that you can use on your smartphone. It gives you all kinds of information and can reset engine light.

 

[Niner]

He's referring to an ELM 327 OBD2 to Bluetooth adaptor, that allows you to run the Torque Pro application on your Android phone, for around $13 and $5 each, total, $18.

 

[saf66]

He's referring to an ELM 327 OBD2 to Bluetooth adaptor, that allows you to run the Torque Pro application on your Android phone, for around $13 and $5 each, total, $18.

Actually the new version is wifi and can be run on the iPhone also

 

[Tahoe]

I've read a ton of negative reviews of the (ELM 327 OBD2) due to connectivity issues. Specifically bluetooth. That is why I opted for the wired scanner.

But, if anyone has experience using ELM327 with an Iphone and Touareg, will you let us know how it works? Or if you end up getting one, report back on it's use. Thanks!

 

[Niner]

I've read a ton of negative reviews on Apple too, their stock value reflects the situation. Buy an Android....I've had no problems with my Elm 327 or my Samsung Galaxy S2 running ICS with my ELM 327. YMMV. I've owned VCDS also, since 2005, still the best there is out there.

 

[saf66]

I've read a ton of negative reviews of the (ELM 327 OBD2) due to connectivity issues. Specifically bluetooth. That is why I opted for the wired scanner.

But, if anyone has experience using ELM327 with an Iphone and Touareg, will you let us know how it works? Or if you end up getting one, report back on it's use. Thanks!

That's why I ordered the new one with wifi. Supposedly it had much better connectivity and is faster. I ordered one for the iPhone yesterday, I'll report back when I get it.

 

[Hawk32]

Last week i picked up a Bluetooth U-scan by Actron at Advanced Auto Parts loaded the iPhone app and now i have a scanner in the car all the time just in case. It is simple to use and works well.

 

[Fonzi]

Actually, just came across this ONE and thought I'd give it a try.

These work great!

 

[Gray Matter]

These work great!

FYI - I ordered this, and upon arrival today tried it on my 2012 TDI and it would not connect. Tried several times but still got a connection failure. Doesn't appear to support this model year, unless the one I got is malfunctioning.

Anyone else use it on a 2011+ TDI?

 

[saf66]

FYI - I ordered this, and upon arrival today tried it on my 2012 TDI and it would not connect. Tried several times but still got a connection failure. Doesn't appear to support this model year, unless the one I got is malfunctioning.

Anyone else use it on a 2011+ TDI?

I received the elm327 last week and works fine, Use it with my iPhone. Clears codes and gives a lot of information.

 

[seafarer28]

I received the elm327 last week and works fine, Use it with my iPhone. Clears codes and gives a lot of information.

What software do you use with it in the Iphone?