VAS 6154 diagnostic tool can be used for all VW Audi Skoda vehicles from 2000 onward including NEW & FUTURE MODLES under production via wireless network. Here have collected the common questions from customers and offered the related answers.

Q1: The 16 & 19 files in the CD come with VAS6154 have been lost, where to download the software?

A1: Free download from these tested links:

ODIS 5.15: https://share.weiyun.com/5QR2p9C (password: stbtl4)

ODIS 5.16 (latest) : https://share.weiyun.com/5UICOap password: kl3nxz)

Q2: Which operation system should I install  VAS6154 software on? Can I install Audi, VW and Skoda software at the same computer?

A2: Win7 or Win 10 is ok. You can install the car brands software above at the same computer.

Q3: When I install software for my VAS6154, it prompts there is a virus in it, how to do?

A3: Please disable the anti-virus software.

Q4: How do i bypass windows defender in windows 10 to install ODIS software for VAS6154?

A4: It’s easy to do. Just close or uninstall anti-virus software.

Q5: Does ODIS software come with ODIS engineering software or only ODIS service?

A5: Both have.

Q6: I have original factory VAS 6154 account, can I program key online?

A6: Yes, you can.

Q7: It prompts the license of VAS 6154 has expired as shown in the picture below.

A7: Please check the system date on your computer and adjust it forward.

For example, the expiration time is 1st January, 2020, and you can change the date to any month in 2019.

Q8: Does VAS 6154 support online coding function?

A8: Yes, it does.

Q9: Is it possible to use VAS 6154 for Seat?

A9: No, it isn’t. It’s better to use VAS 5054A.

Q10 Can VAS6154 program Passat TDI SEL 2014 key?

A10: Yes, it can.

VAS 6154 FAQs Update

Q: I have a 2013 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI with RCD330 Plus radio, and it needs to program so that can use a backup camera. Which USB programmer and software can support?

A: VAS 6154 diagnostic tool with ODIS 5.2.6 software is a good choice.

Q: Can VAS6154 ODIS 5.2.6 work on Win8 or Win10?

A: Yes, both can.

Q: Does VAS 6154 support Audi R8 2018 v10?

A: Yes.

Q: Does VAS 6154 support handle keys?

A: Yes.

Q: Is VAS6154 compatible with PIWI3 software?

A: No.

Q: Is it possible to use VAS 6154 device to repair ECU software on the cars after year 2017?

A: If the car is VW or Audi or Skoda is OK.

Q: Does VAS 6154 support code for all VAG cars?

A: Yes, online coding is ok.

Q: I install ODIS 5.2.6 software according to the installation video. It cannot extract setup.part01, and fail to open 0.DTLite4454-0314. An error message shows “installer integrity check”.

A: Maybe the software is damaged or you install it on Win10.

Try to download the software by this free link on Win7 32 bit or 64 bit.

https://share.weiyun.com/kIqJY1io

Password: zogb1h

This article will answer the following two questions:

I’m thinking about purchasing a Vxdiag C6 device since its capacity to be activated for lots of brands. whether its a good or a bad idea? VXDIAG C6 is capable of anything C4 can? is Xentry or Passthru needed for Vxdiag?

VXDIAG C6 review:

I have been using a VXDIAG C6 (the new one with the LAN port and mini-USB jack) for sometime (I have the Xentry and ODIS licence).

From my experience, I can tell you it’s a good device for Xentry.

I have been using it with Xentry 12.2019 and have tested it on a variety of cars (even on older DAS cars like W211). Every function I have tried on Xentry / DAS has worked so far.

– ignition status is detected automatically (like C4) and it reads the voltage no problem

It is advertised to work with DoIP modules, but I haven’t tested this myself (there are videos on YouTube where they demonstrate this)

It does work wirelessly as advertised through Wi-Fi.

It tried it on normal Xentry (not passthru). It should also work on Passthru as it has a passthru licence and can work was a passthru device

The way it works is – Allscanner develops a driver for Xentry which allows their device to work with Xentry (xentry sees the mux as a Xentry diagnosis VCI)

A potential problem is that Allscanner has to develop a new driver for each new version of Xentry – so you may not be able to use the latest version of Xentry when it comes out – you’ll have to wait till they release the driver for that specific version of Xentry (as of writing this, Xentry 03.2020 is the latest driver available)

When you install their software on a Xentry system, it will auto detect the Xentry version installed and will load the correct driver for you (convenient)

It gets occasional firmware updates (through the allscanner software) – you dont have to connect to car to power it on, just plug it into USB it will power on and you can do the FW updates at your home.

I have not tried it with online SCN coding, so can’t comment if that works.

Overall, I like it a lot and have not used my old C4 since I received this. (keeping the C4 in case older cars come by which require HHTwin etc)

ODIS has been a hit and miss – it does not work wireless (ODIS quits out) – wired connection works.

I got it at obd2tool (Basic hardware + Benz license + HDD) – for this price I have no complaints with it. It’s a bang for the buck tool.

Other option you have (if you don’t want to go for clones), is to go for reputed passthru device like Scanmatik 2 PRO and use it with Xentry Passthru.

Hope this helps you.

How to fix  MB SD C4/C5 XENTRY Configassist “Unable to access service” problem

Problem:

Solution:

1.Press “WIN+R” keyboard at the same time

2.Enter “Services.msc”

3.Right click the “Daimler ConfigAssist” to start the service

Does your wiTech MicroPod 2 support FIAT 500L (BF)

Answer: Yes, wiTech supports it.

Part 1: Two Routines that Must Be Run Upon Arrival

Part 2: Maintenance Light (Wrench Light) in EVIC

Part 3: Programming a Key

In detail…

Part 1: FIAT 500L (BF) – Two Routines that Must Be Run Upon Arrival

There are two routines that must be run for the 500L to be taken fully out of shipping mode

Routine 1:  Exit Shipping Mode

Select the BCM Module.
Select the Misc Functions tab.
Select the Exit Shipping Mode routine.
Follow the prompts on the screen to complete the procedure.
Routine 2: Configure Door Locks

The 500L ships with the door locks not configured to the vehicle, and also has a flashing door lock light on the dash under the radio.
This flashing lock LED is to let the technician know that the door locks have not been configured.
Run the Configure Door Locks routine to correct the situation and stop the blinking LED.
The Configure Door Locks routine requires a 5-digit key code unique to the vehicle VIN. The 5-digit key code can only be obtained from DealerCONNECT by authorized personnel (see Service Manager).
Select the Vehicle Preparations tab.
Select the Configure Door Locks routine.
Select the Continue button.
Follow the prompts on the screen to complete the procedure.
Critical Note: In rare cases, a 4-digit key code may be returned by DealerCONNECT for a 500L. Please contact STAR if this occurs.

Part 2: FIAT 500L (BF) – Maintenance Light (Wrench Light) in EVIC

How to Confirm Feature is Disabled:

Scroll through the EVIC menu and look for an option called Service.
If this option does not exist, this feature has already been disabled from the vehicle.
SUMMARY

The FIAT 500L is equipped with a service maintenance light (wrench light) in the EVIC.
This light is different from the oil maintenance light, and is used to notify customers they have reached a given mileage that calls for maintenance action.
If a vehicle has the wrench light illuminated (see image below), connect to the vehicle with wiTECH using 14.01 or later software, and the feature will automatically be disabled.
witech-Maintenance-Light.jpg

Part 3: FIAT 500L (BF) – Programming a Key

wiTech MicroPod 2 china clone is able to program a new to to US version FIAT 500L (BF)

Procedure:

Select the BCM module
Select the Misc. Functions tab
Select Program Keysand click the Start button
Ensure key is in the RUN position
Follow the prompts on the screen to complete the procedure.
Critical notes have been included below—please read!!

IMPORTANT NOTES:

You will be prompted to enter the 5-digit “electronic code” or “key code” obtained from DealerCONNECT. On the DealerCONNECT menu, click the Service tab, scroll down to theRepair Information box, and find the link with the name Key Code (see below). If the link is grey (not functional), you do not have access. Your Service Manager should have access.

All customer keys, including any previously programmed and replacement keys, must be learned during this procedure.
If any previously programmed keys are not reprogrammed during this procedure, they will be permanently disabled.
If a negative response 0x35 is received, please verify that 5-digit key code is correct for the vehicle by rechecking in DealerCONNECT.

WARNING! If the wrong key code is entered three times in a row it will lock out the BCM for 24 hours.
In rare cases a four-digit key code is returned by DealerCONNECT for a 500L. Please contact STAR if this occurs.

Summary:

Key programming on the FIAT 500L (BF) requires a 5-digit key code unique to the vehicle VIN.
The 5-digit key code can only be obtained from DealerCONNECT by authorized personnel.

One Chrysler owner purchased a Witech micropod clone  and verified it working fine as his expected. His real reviews below:

The provided software is the same as the Chrysler OEM software (verified with file size and md5 hash). This version must communicate to the witech server to verify valid serial number.

I don’t have experience with Windows XP. But this version of Witech works fine on Windows 7 and Windows 10.  (I did try an android ap called chrysler pin pull off google store that promised to get the pin via obd2 dongle but I couldn’t get it to work on mine but may work for others)

No errors so far and tested functions on 3 different vehicles. It has been confirmed working with unmodified software wiTECH v17.03.10 (downloaded directly from Chrysler) and online (logged into TechAuthority). Not sure if it will be blacklisted or the firmware will be updateable with the next software release, but for now it works fine.

One vehicle i tested with: a 2014 dodge avenger …. just fine.

was able to flash a module update and program a new key with the unit.

The wiTech MicroPod 2 only works offline so non of the dealer facilities (no ecu updates/wiring diagrams/online manuals) but diagnostic tests and programing work fine

I have also uploaded pictures of the internals for those who are curious.

Question:

What is the latest PIWIS software of vxdiag tester iii? How can i update software to latest version?

Obd2tool.com solution:

The latest Porsche Piwis 3 software goes to 38.900.000 (Till April 2020)

What’s new in PIWIS III 38.900?

38.900 with for the experts the developer/engineering mode activated to code without passing through the Porsche server.

Older software version 38.400 with unlimited activation, with a full engineering menu. You can install a fresh version, 38.900 (the engineering menu has been cut down). Equipment tested, ready to go.

Porsche Piwis Tester V38900

Language: English, US English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese

Operating system: Lenovo T440P Laptop Windows 7

How to Update VXDIAG Porsche Tester III?

Software comes in HDD format.

Update method: by sending back the 240G SSD (users need to bear the shipping fee ) or purchasing a new SSD.

What’s the difference between VXDIAG VCX DoIP Porsche Tester III and OEM Porsche PIWIS III Tester? Check table comparison below:

Item	VXDIAG VCX-DoIP for Porsche	OEM Porsche Tester III PT3G
Item No.	A306-3	A306-4
Image
Original/Clone	Original VXDIAG	Clone
Software version	38.400.000	38.200.040
Language	German English French ItalianSpanish Japanese Chinese Russian Dutch Portuguese	German English French ItalianSpanish Japanese Chinese Russian Dutch Portuguese
PIWIS License	Unlimited	Unlimited
Update	By new SSD	By new SSD
DoIP enabled	Yes	Yes
Support Porsche year	All Porsche from 1998 till now	All Porsche from 2002 till now
Online immobilizer programming	Yes	Yes
Full-system diagnosis	Yes	Yes
Guided fault finding	Yes	Yes
Maintenance circuit diagram view	Yes	Yes
Developer Mode	Yes	Yes
Original software compatibility	No	No
WiFi connection	USB/WiFi/WLAN	USB/WiFi
Package	1pc x Piwis tester III VCI1pc x USB Cable   1pc x OBD Cable 1pc x Lenovo T440P Laptop 1pc x LAN cable 1pc x 240G SSD	1× Piwis3 Tester1× OBDII Cable   1× USB Cable 1× 240GB Software SSD 1× Panasonic CFAX3 Laptop
Other software license	SDD, GDS2, Techstream, HDS, XENTRY, ISTA,IDS,VIDA etc	No possible to add other license
Price	$1845	$2599

What’s the difference between Piwis 2 and Piwis 3:

PIWIS Tester III covers all new Porsche models like new Panamera 971, Cayenne 9Y0, Cayman 981 GT4 clubsport, etc., which are not supported by PIWIS II at all and will never be supported in the future. PIWIS Tester III also supports full range of diagnostics functions for all the Porsche models which have ever been released.

Why you should have a Porsche Piwis 3:

* vehicle coverage up to 2018: 911, Macan, Cayeme, Panamera, Boxter Cayman
* Fast and stable connection Simulation mode ( diagnostic session without VCI connection )
* Support online immobilizer programming
* New DoIP diagnostic technique based on Ethereum for post-2017 Porsche
* Developer mode enabled

Which Porsche model and year can be done with Piwis 3:

Piwis 3 is confirmed to work with all Porsche from 1998-2018:
Porsche 911(997) (991)
Boxster/Cayman (987)
Cayenne up to MY 2010
Cayenne from MY 2011
Panamera

Especially the latest models:
Paramera (971) 2018
Caynenne (92A) 2018
Macan (95B) 2018
911 (991) 2018
and othe1 old models

https://www.obd2tool.com/blog/2020/03/07/vxdiag-vcx-doip-porsche-tester-iii-vs-oem-porsche-piwis-iii/

This section describes how to navigate the Diagnostics interface and select test options of Autel Maxisys Ultra.

Diagnostics Screen Layout

The Diagnostics screens typically includes six sections.

1. Diagnostics Toolbar
2. Current Directory Path
3. Status Information Bar
4. Navigation Bar
5. Main Section
6. Functional Buttons

1. Diagnostics Toolbar

The Diagnostics Toolbar contains buttons that allow you to print or save the displayed data and perform other operations. The table below provides a brief description for the operations of the Diagnostics toolbar buttons:

To print data in Diagnostics
1. Tap the Diagnostics application button on the MaxiSys Job Menu. The Print button on the diagnostic toolbar is available throughout the Diagnostics operations.
2. Tap Print and a drop-down menu displays.
a) Print This Page – prints a screenshot copy of the current screen.
b) Print All Data – prints a PDF copy of all displayed data.
3. A temporary file will be created and sent via the computer to the printer.
4. When the file is sent, a confirmation message displays.

Current Directory Path
The Current Directory Path shows all directory names to access the current page.

Status Information Bar
The Status Information Bar at the top of the Main Section displays the following items:
1. VCMI Icon – indicates the communication status between the tablet and the VCMI device.
2. Battery Icon – indicates the battery status of the vehicle.

Navigation Bar
The Navigation Bar on the left side of the screen displays the main menu of the diagnostics functions. The main menu varies by the vehicle being tested. The common menu includes Auto Scan, Control Unit, Hot Function, Service, Vehicle Profile,Programming and more.

Main Section
The Main Section varies depending on the stage of operations which shows vehicle identification selections, the main menu, test data, messages, instructions and other diagnostic information.

Functional Buttons
The type of Functional Buttons displayed at the bottom of the screen vary by operation. Function include navigation, reporting and code clearing. The functions of these buttons will be described in the following sections when relevant.
The table below provides a brief description of the Functional Buttons’ operations:

NOTE:
Make sure the tablet and the printer are connected either by Wi-Fi or LAN before printing.
For more instructions on printing, see Printing Settings on page 256 for details.

Select one of the system modules from the Topology or List, and tap Enter System to enter the specific system functions.

NOTE:
The Diagnostic Buttons Toolbar (located on the top of the screen) will be active throughout the diagnostic session for such tasks as printing and saving the displayed data, obtaining help information, or performing data logging.

2. Screen Messages

Messages display when additional input is needed before proceeding. There are mainly three main types of on-screen messages: Confirmation, Warning, and Error.

*  Confirmation Messages
This type of messages usually displays as an “Information” screen, when you are about to perform an action that cannot be reversed or when an action has been initiated and your confirmation is needed to continue.
When a user-response is not required, the message displays briefly.

*  Warning Messages
This type of messages displays when completing the selected action may result in an irreversible change or loss of data. An example of this message is the “Erase Codes” message.

*  Error Messages
Error messages display when a systemic or procedural error has occurred. Possible errors include cable disconnection and communication interruption.

3. Making Selections

The Diagnostics application is a menu-driven program that presents a series of options one at a time. As you select from a menu, the next menu in the series displays. Each selection narrows the focus and leads to the desired test. Use your fingertip or the stylus pen to make menu selections.

Before operating or maintaining the Autel Maxisys Ultra, please read these instructions carefully, paying extra attention to the safety warnings and precautions . Use this unit correctly and with care. Failure to do so may cause damage and/or personal injury and will void the limited product warranty.

WARNING: The MaxiFlash VCMI is compatible with Autel main cable V2.0 and USB cable V2 only.

1. Connet the main cable V2.0 to the vehicle Date Conntctor on the VCMI unit, and tighten the thumb screws.

2. Connect the cable’s 16-pin adapter to the vehicle’s DLC, which is generally locater under the vechicle dash.

3. Power up the Display Tablet. Ensure the tablet has a charged battery or is conneted to the DC power supply.

4. Select one of the three methods shown below, Bluetoolth, WI-FI or USB cable V2, to connect the Display Tablet with the VCMI device and estabilsh a communication link. Use only the USB cable connection when programming.

5. When the VCMI device is properly connected to the vehicle and the Display Tablet, the VCMI status button at the bottom bar on the screen shows a green mark, indicating the system is ready to start vehicle diagnosis.

6.The measurement application enables testing of electrical wiring,circuits,and systems.

Very pleased with SD Connect C4 when plugging it into my van (2002 311 CDI LWB UK spec) to run a ‘quick test’, first attempt and found everything simple to navigate.

Questions: where does the multiplexer get power from as a battery icon appeared in the little window on the multiplexer and a warning !Check Batteries! after this appeared an error screen appeared on the laptop screen along the lines of communication had been disrupted (i was checking the block heater at the time) due to low voltage.

I had the van idling in the driveway with 14.2v in the top right of laptop screen so wanted to know as to how if atall i charge the multiplexer, the laptop had 82% battery life when the ! Check batteries! appeared on the multiplexer.

Possible reason:

Multiplexers SDConnect C4 Chinese production is peculiar, randomly appearing, battery charge error. The error is accompanied by the message “Insert / check batteries” “batteries can not be charged” on the instrument display.

This stops the batteries from charging. This error can be caused by two reasons.

wear or not the corresponding capacity of the installed batteries.
a chaotic error caused by the feature of the circuit design of the multiplexer. Revision of the device circuitry eliminates the second reason. As a result, the battery charge error will appear only due to the “fault” of the batteries themselves.
How to solve ” Check Batteries!” error?

Review 1:

I am pretty sure that the consensus view is to run it without batteries and ignore the warning on the display.

BTW: you should always connect an external power supply to your van while using Star.

Another thing to watch out for is to NOT use a 12v-to-laptop adapter powered by the Sprinter when you’re using a diagnostic device that also connects to the Sprinter.

Many 12v-to-laptop devices have a “common positive” .. the battery’s +12v is fed directly to the laptop via a wire.
The 12v-to-laptop adapter then creates the laptop’s desired 18v by pushing the *negative* feed “down” an addition 6 volts …
If the SD Connect C4 diagnostic device expects to be able to connect the laptop’s signal “ground” (or 0v or negative) directly to the Sprinter’s 0v/negative/frame smoke can happen… you’ve suddenly got the power adapter fighting the two “negatives’” 6 volt difference across the diagnostic device.

You can avoid this problem by letting the laptop only use its internal battery, or by using a 120vac adapter to power the laptop.(or the 12v-to-laptop plugged into a totally separate external battery).

Review 2:

Try to use mux on lan(without wireless card inserted),and you will have no more ‘check batteries’ error on display.
seems that error came from heating the wifi card and not correctly drainage from hot air.

Added to this, using mux without wifi card save around 0.4v consumption, xentry will see around 0.4v more voltage,so safer voltage for programming,etc… I dont have wifi card installed, better work always with lan, i dont see too much work in connecting just a cable when making a work.

i think heat with wifi card is a problem because card itself is heating adding to the heat that pcb’s itself produces, with no card installed less heat inside the mux and heat can go exit through the free slot of card, making a grill on the grey plastic piece will help allowing heat to go out of mux, surely extending its life.

Review 3:

I’ve used my (Chinese clone C4) MUX from the first beginning without batteries.
After some time I inserted rechargeable batteries just because I had the same idea as mentioned a few times above -> The voltage drop/peak when starting/stopping the cars engine is not good for the electronic components of the mux. The same problem occurs when disconnecting the mux from the car.

But as I did not remove the rechargeable batteries after use I noticed that some of the inserted batteries went dead after a while. This was (my personal opinion) because of the continuous battery drainage that pulled the voltage so low the batteries eventually got broken.

I always had with empty batteries often because the device was in standby mode and in the course of time were empty, I have considered a solution and indeed an on and off switch after the device goes down in standby mode, I turn it off thus it can not consume power and keep the batteries.

Another solution I’m thinking about is when not in use connecting the mux to a power source (battery charger). This way the batteries are always getting charged but I’m not sure if this is a good idea?

And I never use the WiFi connection because I’m afraid for connection losses during updating work on the car.
Just my humble opinion in this matter.

Good to know:

1). When testing the Mercedes Benz cars:

All sdconnect c4 don’t need the battery.

2). When updating sdconnect c4 firmware:

– Only the best sdconnect C4 plus DoIP  does not need the battery:

– The other sdconnect c4 firmware update needs to install the battery.

SD Connect C4 battery installation instructions here:

Easy Guide on how to install MB SD C4 Batteries

Credits to @ gcs190 who shares “How to Update SD Connect without batteries“:

If you need to update an SD Connect and you do not have batteries or the power supply/charging circuit is damaged, you only have to edit the toolkit.ini file, modifying the following lines so that the supply and/or battery voltage is lower to the real (it would be enough to set them to zero)

Obviously make sure you have a stable and sufficient external supply.

[SoftwareUpdate]

Voltages necessary for SDconnect firmware updates. These values are only for the pre-check of the toolkit, the values will be checked by the update process again

MinUpdateVoltageVBatt=7200
MinUpdateVoltageVExt=11000

A reboot is required for the new settings to take effect (Probably a Tkserver restart is enough)

Good luck!