OBD2 Scanner
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OBD2 Scanner
Anyone have any recommendations on buying a scanner for a 2002 golf TDI to read and clear codes? I realize you get what you pay for, but I'm looking for a fairly inexpensive brand that works well, as I'm not a professional mechanic I don't need a thousand dollar snap-on. Send me your recommendations,
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Shawn
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RE: OBD2 Scanner
you should be able to buy one for 50 or 60 bucks that will let you read and erase the codes. If you're from Canada let me know and I'll tell you where you can get them. You can also buy them on ebay, but you take your chances with the honesty of the seller. Keep in mind that the majority if not all of the cheaper code readers will not let you reset your abs or airbag warning light.
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My airbag light is on as well after fixing a broken wire on trunk release. VW beetle convertible 2005. I've tried to reset with a scanner from local auto parts store. No codes in memory, but can't turn off light. Does it take a special tool and/or a more expensive scanner?
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There are loads of EOBD II or OBD2 scanners on the market, as said you get what you pay for so read the spec before buying.
The best tool you can buy of a VAG vehicle is VCDS. They aren't cheap even though you will see the cheap Chinese cloned cables of fleabay.
If you just want to read and clear any error codes then these cheap scanners should work. Then you use my https://volkswagenforum.com/forum/ge...oftware-34973/ to see what they mean.
Glens - some codes can't be cleared easily thats where the VCDS comes in as it isn't just a scanner it tests components as well.
https://volkswagenforum.com/forum/ne...gnature-34185/
The best tool you can buy of a VAG vehicle is VCDS. They aren't cheap even though you will see the cheap Chinese cloned cables of fleabay.
If you just want to read and clear any error codes then these cheap scanners should work. Then you use my https://volkswagenforum.com/forum/ge...oftware-34973/ to see what they mean.
Glens - some codes can't be cleared easily thats where the VCDS comes in as it isn't just a scanner it tests components as well.
https://volkswagenforum.com/forum/ne...gnature-34185/
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Thanks Keith. From what I've been reading about scanners, VW also requires CAN support and some other protocol besides OBDII. that's probably why I can't clear these fault lights huh?
I will create my signature. Thanks for your quick reply.
Glen
I will create my signature. Thanks for your quick reply.
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I got a cheap U281 CAN VW/Audi scanner and I'm getting DTC codes 02511 and 01578. Neither of these is in their guide. I saw another post that says 02511 is a seat occupancy detector. Anyone know what 01578 means? When I try to clear the codes I get the message "Protocol KWP2000" which is not mentioned in there manual either. Any ideas?
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VAG Error Code: 02511
VAG Error Code: 02511
I've never heard of a 01578 error code by Google shows.
VAG Error Code: 01578
Fault Location:
Airbag Deactivation Warning Lamp; Passenger Side (K145) - Open or Short to Earth
Possible Cause:
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)(K83) ON.
Wiring open or short to earth.
Fuse.
Possible Solutions:
Clear the DTC and see if it comes back.
Check passenger seat airbag connector.
As taken from my https://volkswagenforum.com/forum/ge...oftware-34973/
Fault Location:
Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706) - No or Incorrect Basic Setting/Adaptation
Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706) - No or Incorrect Basic Setting/Adaptation
Possible Cause:
Function Limitation.
Airbag Warning Light active.
Function Limitation.
Airbag Warning Light active.
Basic Setting Not Performed.
Possible Solutions:
Perform Basic Setting.
Perform Basic Setting.
Special Notes:
When found in Audi A3 (8P): Airbag 9.41, perform Basic Setting.
When found in Audi A4 (8E): Airbag 9.41, perform Basic Setting.
When found in Audi A6 (4F): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in Audi A8 (4E): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in Audi Q7 (4L): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW Eos (1F): Airbag perform Basic Setting
When found in VW Golf/Jetta/Bora V (1K/5M): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW New Beetle/Cabriolet (1C/1Y/9C): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW Passat (3C): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW Phaeton (3D): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW Touareg (7L): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in Audi A3 (8P): Airbag 9.41, perform Basic Setting.
When found in Audi A4 (8E): Airbag 9.41, perform Basic Setting.
When found in Audi A6 (4F): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in Audi A8 (4E): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in Audi Q7 (4L): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW Eos (1F): Airbag perform Basic Setting
When found in VW Golf/Jetta/Bora V (1K/5M): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW New Beetle/Cabriolet (1C/1Y/9C): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW Passat (3C): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW Phaeton (3D): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
When found in VW Touareg (7L): Airbag, perform Basic Setting.
VAG Error Code: 02511
Fault Location:
Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706) - Defective\Implausible Signal
Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706) - Defective\Implausible Signal
Possible Cause:
Function Limitation.
Airbag Warning Light active.
Function Limitation.
Airbag Warning Light active.
Wiring/Connector(s) from/to Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706) faulty.
Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706) faulty.
Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706) faulty.
Possible Solutions:
Check Wiring/Connector(s) from/to Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706).
Check Measuring Value Blocks (MVB) for Seat Occupation Pressure Sensor (G452).
Check/Replace Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706).
Check Wiring/Connector(s) from/to Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706).
Check Measuring Value Blocks (MVB) for Seat Occupation Pressure Sensor (G452).
Check/Replace Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706).
Special Notes:
en 02511 - Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706) 014 - Defective is stored in the NAR (North American Region):
2004 -> 2008 New Beetle and New Beetle Convertible (1C/1Y).
2005 -> 2008 Jetta (1K).
2006 -> 2008 Passat and Passat Wagon (3C).
2007 -> 2008 Eos, Gti, Rabbit, and R32 (1K).
Please see TSB # 01-08-07 or 2010347. This TSB covers the dealer updating of the PODS module and should be checked or completed prior to replacing the module.
en 02511 - Control Module for Seat Occupied Recognition (J706) 014 - Defective is stored in the NAR (North American Region):
2004 -> 2008 New Beetle and New Beetle Convertible (1C/1Y).
2005 -> 2008 Jetta (1K).
2006 -> 2008 Passat and Passat Wagon (3C).
2007 -> 2008 Eos, Gti, Rabbit, and R32 (1K).
Please see TSB # 01-08-07 or 2010347. This TSB covers the dealer updating of the PODS module and should be checked or completed prior to replacing the module.
I've never heard of a 01578 error code by Google shows.
VAG Error Code: 01578
Fault Location:
Airbag Deactivation Warning Lamp; Passenger Side (K145) - Open or Short to Earth
Possible Cause:
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)(K83) ON.
Wiring open or short to earth.
Fuse.
Possible Solutions:
Clear the DTC and see if it comes back.
Check passenger seat airbag connector.
As taken from my https://volkswagenforum.com/forum/ge...oftware-34973/
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