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Deactivation of component protection with VCDS on the Volkswagen Passat

Model: Volkswagen Passat B6, 3C - Years 2005-2010
Part: Checks and maintenance

Today's main instructions will show us how to deactivate the protection of components, using a specific diagnostic software, on the Volkswagen Passat. First, we get into the car and start connecting our diagnostic software (in this case VCDS) to the OBD port; then we turn on the ignition, establishing communication between the computer and the ECU. At this point, we select the brand, model, and engine type, following the guided procedure to deactivate the protection of components (all instructions will be provided).

Posted on 16 August 2024 by ScegliAuto

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