VCDS beginner guides

[huw169]

Hi all
I’m looking to do the MFSW mod soon, and need to do some coding. I’m looking to hire the group cable to do this.
I know what to code, or have it written down.
My issue is navigating the software and not arsing it up. Basics like taking a scan and storing it, then being able to revert it things not working out.
Are there any ‘Idiots guides’ or tutorials that you experienced users might be able to point me to so I can get my head around it?
Any pointers greatly appreciated.
Many thanks

 

[mmi]

Have a look here --->

Disable Comfort Locking ?

Hi guys anyone know what to do on vcds to turn off comfort locking ? I keep sitting down with the keys in my pocket and the windows drop down...all the time it’s driving me mad. many thanks si

www.t6forum.com

 

[huw169]

@mmi Thank you! That is just what I needed to see

 

[huw169]

@mmi , If I were to go crazy and buy the cable from Gendan, can you confirm it is the HEX-V2 variant?
I saw its only £150 ($199) from USA, but the postage id a killer for such a small item.

Only thing that worries me about the group one is that it is an older cable and i've read on here that it may not be fully compatible with 2019 vans and newer, which mine is.
Thanks

 

[mmi]

@mmi , If I were to go crazy and buy the cable from Gendan, can you confirm it is the HEX-V2 variant?
I saw its only £150 ($199) from USA, but the postage id a killer for such a small item.

Only thing that worries me about the group one is that it is an older cable and i've read on here that it may not be fully compatible with 2019 vans and newer, which mine is.
Thanks

Yes, they are the HEX-V2.

Just to make your decision even more difficult - their pricing is interesting between 3 VIN and 10 VIN packages - as you can then update VINs directly from Ross-Tech at US$169/upgrade (from 3 VINs to 10, or 10 VINs to unlimited).

Upgrade an Enthusiast Interface VIN Count | Ross-Tech

EDIT: When VIN license is used:

VIN-Limited Interface FAQ

Why sell VIN-Limited interfaces? Because it allows us to charge for the product in a manner that's somewhat commensurate with how the product is used. A professional workshop that's in and out of several vehicles a day with their VCDS gets considerably more value from the product than a...

forums.ross-tech.com

Anyways, the older cable should still work just fine on MY19 T6 as it is still the same old T6 built using the same components as all T6s. Then T6.1 is a different story as other new VAG vehicles.

 

[huw169]

Thank you.

 

[huw169]

Some more newby questions if I may.

My van is a 2019 Shuttle so SGJ Type, but 7 & 8th digits in VIN is 7H.
VCDS asks for chassis type, but 7H is 2003-2010, and SG is 2016+. So I selected SG.

I have done complete scan. Need to try the coding bit next. Scary stuff.....

 

[mmi]

Some more newby questions if I may.

My van is a 2019 Shuttle so SGJ Type, but 7 & 8th digits in VIN is 7H.
VCDS asks for chassis type, but 7H is 2003-2010, and SG is 2016+. So I selected SG.

I have done complete scan. Need to try the coding bit next. Scary stuff.....

Actually you get "better" results by letting VCDS to figure out your van's configuration - use "Auto-detect (CAN-only)".
Manual selection is needed only on older vehicles - which do not necessarily have all modules on CAN bus. Using manual selection might unnecessarily try to find modules your van doesn't even have - thus slowing down the scan.

 

[huw169]

Ahh, so just leave it and hit start. Never considered that. Saw a drop down menu and wanted to fiddle.
And now you mention it I can see the big obvious box telling me the same thing
Thank you

 

[huw169]

And I had a youtube search and this is good, although he does talk and click fast.

 

[Loz]

have a look at this as a tutorial.

How To Program Folding Mirrors - Pictogram

Firstly plug in your VCDS cable. The socket is just below and to the right of the steering column above the accelerator pedal. Then plug the USB end into your PC and start the VCDS application. If this is your first time using the software select Options Then [Test] to make sure the...

www.t6forum.com

 

[huw169]

Thanks guys. Did my first little bit of long coding this morning. Changed the locks to auto when moving. Worked a treat.
Tried it with Carista, but it didn’t work.
Now tackling the MFSW, but might have bitten off more than I can chew

 

[huw169]

I’m still poking around in VCDS cos I’m really surprised the 01 module can’t be coded.
Does anyone know what this security access does?


Then you get this.


Was really tempted, but didn’t hit the Do It button.
Thought I’d ask first.
Thanks

 

[Loz]

Enterring the security code is not always necessary for basic coding.
just be carefull what you change and make sure you save a scan before you do.