The HEX-V2 is available in 3 versions:

• A "home user" version, with which use of advanced functions is limited to connection to 3 unique vehicles (3 VINs) - see VIN limits section below.
  Ideal for a household with one or two VAG cars to look after.
• An "enthusiast" version, with which use of advanced functions is limited to connection to 10 unique vehicles (10 VINs) - see VIN limits section below.
  Ideal for hobbyists working on a number of VAG cars.
• A "professional" unlimited version, which may be used on as many cars as you wish.
  If you are in the motor trade, you should consider this package or the HEX-NET.

This product is the home user (3-VIN) version and may only be used for advanced functions on 3 cars.
For enthusiast use, please see the 10-VIN package.
For professional use, please see the Unlimited package.

VIN Limits

Only some VCDS functions are restricted to use on a specific number of cars on the 3 and 10-VIN limited interfaces. Basic functions may be used on as many cars as you wish:

Unlimited functions

A VIN-Limited interface can do Auto-Scans, Clear DTCs, and look at Measuring Values on an unlimited number of cars.
If you directly connect to a control module (e.g. Select > 01. Engine), or use the 'Clear All DTCs' function, VCDS will ask if you wish to store the VIN, but selecting Cancel will still allow the function to continue.

Limited functions

Essentially functions that actually change things in the car are VIN-limited:

• Adaptation
• Basic Settings
• Changing Codings
• Changing the Gateway Installation List
• Login or Security Access
• Output Tests
• Optical Bus Diagnostic
• Readiness
• Resetting SRI
• Turning Transport Mode on or off

VCDS will never count a VIN toward the license limit without the user's explicit permission.
It will always ask you first, thereby giving you the opportunity to decline to "register" a VIN in the interface.

For more information on VIN limits please see this VIN FAQ on the Ross-Tech forums.

VCDS Software Information

Using VCDS on a Windows PC, you can:

• read and clear fault codes from all systems within the car, e.g. engine, airbag, ABS, instruments, parking sensors etc.
• view live data from the sensors within the car
• reset service lights (both fixed and variable service intervals)
• read stored and intermittent fault codes
• graph and log live data with the car running
• automatically read fault codes from all car systems in a single search
• perform basic setting functions, adaptations and soft coding
• activate service functions, such as Electronic Park Brake (EPB) to allow brake pad changes
• supports bi-directional output test and component actuation

VCDS software features:

• over 25,000 fault code definitions
• free software updates

HEX-V2 Interface Information

Official VCDS HEX-V2 interfaces from Ross Tech LLC, that work with:

• VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda cars with the 16-pin diagnostic socket including models using CAN and UDS/ODX protocols (i.e. almost all from 1995 to Current Model Year)
• Pre-1995 VW/Audi cars, when used with an additional 2x2 adapter (not included)

Important Coverage Notes:

• Many 2020 and newer model year VAG vehicles are fitted with an SFD diagnostic firewall, which prevents full function coverage without a security token obtained from VW.
  For more details see our SFD help page.
  
  
• The HEX-V2 packages do NOT offer Lamborghini coverage, which is only available with the HEX-NET.
  
  
• Coverage for the Mk1 Volkswagen Crafter / LT3 (2006-2017 model, 2E/2F chassis) is not as comprehensive as other VAG models, as the diagnostics systems are based on the Mercedes Sprinter.
  Ross-Tech have some function information on this page, but if you require coverage for a specific function we would recommend posting a question on the Ross-Tech forums (including the VIN of the vehicle) before purchasing to check support.
  
  
• VCDS does not support the new Volkswagen Amarok (VW Amarok MK2) 2022 onwards. This is a Ford-based vehicle and requires Ford diagnostic software, such as FCOM
  
  

Package contents

Packages include:

• Genuine Ross-Tech VCDS HEX-V2 interface
• USB link cable
• VCDS HEX-V2 'Quick Start' Guide
• VCDS Software updates at no additional charge

Please note that the HEX-V2 interface does not ship with software on CD - the full, licensed version of the software can be downloaded on receipt of the interface (full details provided with interface)

Buy with confidence - Gendan Ltd are an official VCDS UK distributor

PC requirements

The minimum system requirements for the VCDS software are:

• Desktop, laptop, notebook or tablet Windows PC.
• 1GHz dual-core x86/x86-64 (Intel or AMD) processor.
  Machines running Windows 10/11 on 64-bit ARM CPUs (e.g. Surface Pro 11th gen.) are also now supported.
• 2GB RAM (4GB or more recommended).
• Windows 10 or 11 (32 and 64 bit editions).
• Approx. 250MB of hard disk space.
• USB port. (Included cable is USB type A. Type C cables can be purchased separately).

Computers of a lower spec, or running Windows Vista, 7, 8 or 8.1 may work but are not officially supported.

More information

To visit the Ross Tech website for more information, please select an option below:

• VCDS homepage
• VCDS HEX-V2 information
• VCDS online software tour
• VCDS useful procedures and car information (e.g. service light reset procedures)
• Ross-Tech VCDS Wiki How-to guides, fault code information, coding info and much more

"Ross-Tech", "HEX-V2", "VCDS" and the VCDS logo are registered trademarks of Ross-Tech, LLC in the USA, used with permission.
Gendan Limited are an authorised distributor of Ross-Tech products in the United Kingdom.
Our VCDS interfaces are supplied to us direct by Ross-Tech LLC in Lansdale, PA, USA.

Below is a comparison of the VCDS packages we offer.

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