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Old Mar 2, 2011 | 01:13 AM
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ok so iv had a cel for a while now (i know, i know, i hate myself for not doing anything sooner but oh well)
anyway, i was wondering if anyone here had some advice about the Actron pocket scan code reader. i found it for $50 at advance auto and want to know if itll work with my A4 and if its worth it.

the other option is a vag-com usb cable and software for $24 to use with my laptop. so what do you guys think?
 
Old Mar 2, 2011 | 12:28 PM
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I suspect the Actron scanner will only read generic OBDII codes, whereas VAG-COM can also read VW/Audi specific codes.
 
Old Mar 2, 2011 | 02:31 PM
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yea the product listing said it would read generic and manufacturer specific codes but id be kinda surprised if it had all the audi codes. but the advance auto near me do a free diagnostic reading so im gonna take it there this afternoon and if they cant read it and clear it then ill get the vagcom cable
 
Old Mar 2, 2011 | 04:06 PM
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Vag com.
 
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