If you already have VCDS cable like those who mentioned on the above Briefing ,but, With Bootloader disabled and manual programming If bootloader is disabled in your cable then it must be programmed using wires and a programmer (search eBay for USBASP). Direct link to buy this interface: We don't sell hardware, we will sell you the flashing utility file and VCDS Software up to latest version 21.3.0 activation file, you may use this activation file for the new comes VCDS Software versions. Bootloader is enabled on this interface from the factory so there is no need to use USBASP programmer – it can be reflashed using VAGCOM_EEWriteLang.exe utility.

The interface comes with ATmega162 chip, protective diode on OBD2 pin 16, L9637D chipsets instead of transistors for K/L-Line and detachable USB cable. Please note that this is not a true HEX-V2 interface, it is just a restyled case, that’s why the name. Recommended interface to buy: - You can buy «HEX-V2» interface from shop. Antivirus, Anti-Malware or any other similar software (including Windows Defender) will need to have exception added to prevent it deleting the Loader. Install official VCDS version 17.1.3, 17.8, 18.2, 18.9, 19.6 (or latest version 21.3.0), Download Link: copy VCDSLoader.exe into installed directory and amend the shortcut on Desktop (and Start menu) to start VCDSLoader.exe each time instead of original shortcut to VCDS.exe. If you choose any additional custom language then the interface will be enabled for two languages in total: the one which was selected and English as well. Default language is English but you can choose any other available language from the dropdown list in VAGCOM_EEWriteLang.exe utility. If the tool shows that bootloader is enabled you can flash EEPROM using VAGCOM_EEWriteLang.exe.

It will also show the HW type of the cable. Make sure that the cable is connected to both – computer’s USB port and OBD2 port (or 12V power source). NEC, ARM or others are not supported! To detect if your current cable has bootloader enabled just run VAGCOM_HWType.exe and press the Read button. VCDS Clone To work with loader with latest version of VCDS software 21.3.0 or higher Briefing: These utilities support only interfaces based on ATmega162 chip.

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