Memoscan U600 fault reader

[Transporter]

The latest is that I could not get this item to work at all and has been returned for a refund (pending). Wondering if anybody has used the TORQUE Andriod APP with a Bluetooth plug with any success on the TDI's? I realise this is the VCDS Forum, but the admistrators did move my original query to this section...

Scott

Yes, I have the TorquePro BT for Android and it is good for displaying the gauges and graphs and so on, but a bit unreliable when it comes to detecting serious performance related fault codes. However, it should be able to reset the airbag light and similar.

I'd say for less than $30 it's pretty good.

[h100vw]

I have Torque but don't trust it's scanning capabilities. It didn't pick an SAI fault on my S3 which I knew was there, I had removed it! VCDS can do so much, I think it would be hard to find something comparable.

If you bought one and wanted to sell it down the track, there's always people looking to buy them. I think you could get 75% of your money back no problems.

Gavin

Yes, I have the TorquePro BT for Android and it is good for displaying the gauges and graphs and so on, but a bit unreliable when it comes to detecting serious performance related fault codes. However, it should be able to reset the airbag light and similar.

I'd say for less than $30 it's pretty good.

[Transporter]

I have Torque but don't trust it's scanning capabilities. It didn't pick an SAI fault on my S3 which I knew was there, I had removed it! VCDS can do so much, I think it would be hard to find something comparable.

If you bought one and wanted to sell it down the track, there's always people looking to buy them. I think you could get 75% of your money back no problems.

Gavin

I don't think that I will ever sell my VCDS cable and I agree with you the Torque for android is not good for any diagnostic work at all. The VCDS from ross-tech is the best value for money there between the scan tools. But, don't buy the copy, it doesn't have to work.

[Silver Caravelle]

Thanks all for your replies. I did a bit of research regarding Torque and arrived at the same conclusion. Although it does get very good reviews for what it does. In relation to VCDS, for me I am after something portable that can be stored in the vehicle. Whilst VCDS is no doubt the best, I am really after a fault reader with some basic reset functions, but can interrogate all VAG ECU, TCU, Climate control, ABS module, etc, etc on the Multivan. Does the V-checker VAG pro (about $80 to $90 online) perform these functions on a Multivan? Or am I going to run into issues with it 'failing to communicate' with the ECU, TCU etc? Your advice is appreciated.

P.S. if there is a local recommended Australian supplier, I would be happy give them a try for a V-Checker. My online buying experience with the likes of TOPBUY has not been ideal.

Thanks,

Scott

[Transporter]

I would say that the V-checker well maybe what you're after. But, the VCDS and the small secondhand netbook in the glovebox would be better, though more expensive option.

Try V-checker and let us know.

[Silver Caravelle]

I would say that the V-checker well maybe what you're after. But, the VCDS and the small secondhand netbook in the glovebox would be better, though more expensive option.

Try V-checker and let us know.

Thanks!

[Silver Caravelle]

Can anybody kindly confirm what onboard diagmostic protocol a 2008 built Australian delivered VW Multivan TDI is? I have trawled the web and it is not clear in my mind. K+ and Canbus protocols are mentioned regarding VW's. Then there is The ADR 79/01 (Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 79/01 – Emission Control for Light Vehicles 2005) standard; the Australian equivalent of OBD-II or The EOBD (European On Board Diagnostics) regulations; the European equivalent of OBD-II.

KWP2000 is also mentioned.

How does one verify which protocol a VW Austalian delivered model is operating on?

Regards, Scott

[Rebuild]

Using the Autel on my 04 comes up with "KWP2000"

[Silver Caravelle]

Steve, Thanks for this. I wonder if it is Canbus for a 2008 model? The sage with Topbuy continues to obtain a replacement or a refund before I aim for an alternative fault reader. Best regards,Scott

[Silver Caravelle]

Hi Guys,

V-checker VAG Pro V202 arrived yesterday. I plugged it in and it at leasts recognises the vehicle's computer. Will have a play with it on the weekend and unplug a few things to see if it picks up the fault codes. Interesting it comes up with KWP2000 as the protocol (not Canbus) even for a 2008 TDI vehicle..

Regards,

Scott