Johnny-RS4

Hi guys

I have a 2008 Audi RS4 Avant and I'm looking for a diagnostic tool to inspect and clear DTC errors. Preferable a solution with PC software or may even go for a iPhone solution - if recommended.

I just see so many different products out there and don't really know what to go for. Price is an option so I'm going for a below $100 solution.

Any good suggestions?

Alister

Can't help on the below $100 bit (unless you can find one second hand), but I would recommend Ross-Tech's VCDS (aka VAG-COM).

Very handy tool for all things diagnostics and great support from Ross-Tech if you need it.

BADRS4

I saw that ECS had a handheld for about $100 advertised a few weeks ago.

Reggie

If you have a RS4 one should be able to afford a Ross Tech. I am not sure the other units will be able to program the car - nor do they have the support VAG_COM has.

Johnny-RS4

Hi guys

Thanks for the comments. I think my $100 comment came out wrong. Sure I can spend more than 100 bucks. It's just that I browsed the net and found many diagnostic tools in the $30 to $100 range and thought this is what you have to pay, but I guess these are low-budget solutions are poor choices.

Disregard my $100 comment, please.

I have looked at Ross VCDS on their web site, but found no explicit indication that it supports RS4 B7. Can you confirm this? I need a cable as well, and found the USB VAG CAN Commander 5.1 OBD2 II Diagnostic Tool Cable. Will this work or can you recommend a compatible cable?


Thanks

gibsonl

I use the Ross tech "HEX+CAN" which I bought second hand. Not sure what
the latest version of mine is called. It's honestly pretty amazing. Now I can diagnose
and make repairs without the dealer. If I know it's a none CPO thing I can just find
a good Indy and save money on repairs.

Reggie

I use the Hex-USB-CAN on my RS4 and 011' Q5 and 98 A4



http://store.ross-tech.com/shop/VCHUC.html

04_ultrasport

Vag-com supports audi vehicles from 1990 up to the latest models out and constantly update for new models. It definitely works for your RS4.

Alister

I have the same and can't recommend it highly enough.