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Old Jun 17, 2008 | 10:32 AM
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I just got a new laptop for my graduation so i thought id look into getting VAG-COM. The only problem is i know nothing about it really lol could someone explain what kind of features it has for us...the lists ive found dont really explain it much...and how much am i looking at for a cable i remember seeing one for like $150-200 or something like that but dont remember where and ik theyere on ebay for like $10 but are they any different? Any help is greatly appreciated...thanks
 
Old Jun 17, 2008 | 12:19 PM
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Not trying to thread jack, but in addition to Crzy's question: Will VAG actively monitor fuel trims? I used a $300 scan setup on a former GM car and was able to actively monitor Knock Retard and Short and Long fuel trims... is this possible on VAG?... if it will I'll be ordering today... I guess I could call the manufacturer.

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Old Jun 17, 2008 | 12:24 PM
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The true Ross-tech cables come with up to date sw that lets you do many things. You can find most of them at their website www.ross-tech.com You can run logs to monitor a/f, timing, knock, boost (actual vs requested) and more.
 
Old Jun 17, 2008 | 12:27 PM
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Cincy you're my hero. Thanks.

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Old Jun 17, 2008 | 12:28 PM
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also if you go ebay, it may not work and if it does, you have to use the old sw and recieve no support
 
Old Jun 17, 2008 | 11:44 PM
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thanks for the link cincy...ik it has a list of features on the site but what can it really do for me...if i remember it can give me codes for things that are wrong...is it even reasonable to spend that kind of money on it...?
 
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