Xtool VAG401 update & car list manual


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XTOOL V-A-G401 V401 OBD2 scanner diagnostic tool for Audi/VW/SEAT/SKODA dedicated Airbag reset ABS code reader for VAG

XTOOL V-A-G401 V401 OBD2 scanner diagnostic tool for Audi/VW/SEAT/SKODA dedicated Airbag reset ABS code reader for VAG

Latest price:US$49.00
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Xtool V401 is a V-A-G handhold diagnostic tool for VW/AUDI/SEAT/SKODA. It supports many function such as read and clear fault codes, basic setting, oil reset , srs reset and so on.Support CANBUS and UDS Potocols

How-Disable-Seat-Belt-Alarm-on-VW-Passat-with-Xtool-V401.pdf  (636K)

Part1 : XTOOL VAG401 Update
Part2: Xtool V401 Chassis Systems, Comfort systems, Common system
Part3: V-A-G Scanners: XTOOL V401 vs. Ancel VD500 vs. Autophix V007

Part1 : XTOOL VAG401 UPDATE

Although there are many XTOOL VAG401 update tutorials and blogs on the internet, some customers also don’t know how to update the software successfully. These issues appear such as the VAG401 white screen and cannot access to the corresponding files, etc. Check this post and find the solution.


The possible cause for the issues above is that you use the incorrect XTOOL Upgrade Tool (e.g TP150/TP200).

The related solution:
1.The solution for XTOOL V401 white screen:
Step 1: Format the original TF (SD) card
Step 2: Download XTOOL upgrade tool
Step 3: Install upgrade tool onto SD card again.

2.Guide to update XTOOL VAG401 correctly:
Step 1: Visit XTOOL official website: xtooltech.com-> click [Download Update Tools] at the bottom of the home page to download “XTOOL upgradetool v2.0.57” automatically and install manually


Step 2: Connect VAG401 and computer via the USB cable
Step 3: Scroll until you see the "About" Select Enter.
Find your serial number (username) and password to register XTOOL website.

Note: Your username is your S/N, it is listed on this screen (Also can be found on the back of your device, it will start with and include VAG401-) and the password can be found on the bottom of this page, literally labeled "Password".
Step 4: Take out the SD card from XTOOL VAG401
Insert the card in a USB card reader and plug reader to laptop
And then you will see XTOOL Upgrade Tool interface, and click “Upgrade” to update until the process is done!
 

Part2: Xtool V401 Chassis Systems, Comfort systems, Common system


Chassis Systems:

03--Anti-lock brakes

13-Automatic distance
control

23-Brake booster

43-Auxiliary brake

53-Parking Brake

04-Steering angle

14-Electronically
controlled suspension

24-Anti-skid system

34-Level control
44-Power Steering

54-After the choke

64-Stabilization system

74-Chassis Control

15-Airbag

55-Xenon lamp
adjustment

65-Tire Pressure

58-Auxiliary fuel tank

1b-steering system

42-Electric door driving position

52-Passenger seat
electric door

62-Left rear door
control

72-Right rear door
control

78 -Right sliding door
srstem

0D-Left sliding door
syst em
2B-Steering column lock

Comfort systems:

35-Central Lock

45-Internal Control

63-driver's side of the
auxiliary into the

73-Into the passenger
side of the auxiliary

7d-Assisted heating

0b -Heated secondary air

06-Passenger seat
memory seat

16-Steering wheel
26-Automatic sunroof

36-The driver-seat
memory

46-Central Comfort
Module

66-Passenger side back
seat control

08-Automatic air
conditioning

18-Auxiliary heating

Common system:

01-Engine

01-Control Unit Info

02-Read Fault Codes

05-Clear Fault Codes

08-Data block Measur ement

03-Test actuator

04-Basic settings

10-Adaptation

07-Code Module

11-Code Module II

16-Access permission

15-Readiness
1A-Advance ID

02-Automatic
transmission

03-Anti-lock bralkes

08-Automatic air
conditioning

09-Central control

15-Airbag

16-Steering wheel

17-Dashboard

19-Gateway can
25-Immobilizer system

35-Central Lock

37-Navigation system

44-Power Steering

45-Internal Control

46-Central Comfort
Module

53-Parking Brake

55-Xenon lamp
a djustment

56-Radio
76-Parking Aid

28-Rear air
conditioning

38-Electric sunroof

48-Driver's side back
seat control
68-Wiper Systems

1c-Level perceptual
system

3c-Lane change

4c-II tire pressure

5c -Lane keeping

6c-Baclaup cam.
10-Parking /turning
Assistant
89 Multicont,Seat Pass.

Electric systems 1:

05-Access /start
authorization system

25-Immobilizer system

75-Telematics

56-Radio

76-Parking Aid

7-Head control

17-Dashboard

27-After the head
control

3T -Hawigation system

ar-Sound System

57-TV tuner

67 -Volume control

77-Car Phone

09-Central Electric

19-Gateway can

29-Left headlight

39-Right headlight

20-High Beam Assistance

49-Automatic headlights

59-Traction Starnd
protection

69-Trailer

3B Sensor Elect.

85 0n Board Cam.

8B Adaptire Cruise 2

8E Image Processing

8F Pretens.Frt Left

90 Pretens.Frt Right

Electric systems 2:

1d-Driver
authentication system

2d-Intercom system

3d-Special functions

4d-Date adjustmernt

5d-Run

6d-Electric trurk lid

De-1 multimedia Player

1e-2 media player

2e-3 multimedia player

3e-4multimedia player



4e-Right rear head
control

5e -Left rear head
control

6e -Head soft-top
display /control
7e -Dash display unit

0f-Digital radio

1f-Fixed tuner

2f-Digital TV

4f-Central Electric ii
5f-Message options

6f-Central comfort
module ii

7f-Inform.Electr.Ii

Transmission:

01-Engine

11-Engine ii

21-Engine iii

31-Other engines

41-Diesel pump

51-E-Drive

61-Battery regulatiorn

71 -Battery charger

02-Automatic
transmissionn
12-Clutch
22-Awd wheel drive
32-differential

Part3: V-A-G Scanners: XTOOL V401 vs. Ancel VD500 vs. Autophix V007
Product name
Ancel VD500
Autophix V007
IMG
 Xtool V401 (VAG401)
 Ancel VD500
 Autophix V007
Amazon price
$51.90
$54.99
$48.99
Full OBDII Functions
Yes
Yes
Yes
Full System Diagnosis
Yes
Yes
Yes
View live data
Yes
No
No
Actuation test
Yes
No
No
Adaptation
Yes
No
No
Coding
Yes
No
No
I/M Readiness
Yes
No
No
OIL RESET
Yes
Yes
Yes
SRS REST
Yes
No
No
TP position check
Yes
Yes
Yes
Brake pad reset
No
Yes
Yes
COMPATIBLE VEHICLES
Works with Volkswagen and Audi (Audi/ Seat/ Skoda/ Jetta/ Golf / Beetle/ Touareg/ GTI/ Passat and more) since 1990
for diagnosing most 12V 16-Pin Volkswagen/Audi/Skoda/SEAT V/A Series vehicles, but it also has the ability to work on 12V cars and light trucks (non-electric) manufactured in 1996 or later that are OBD II-compliant with 16-Pin OBD II protocols (J1850 VPM, J1850PWM, ISO9141, KWP 2000 and CAN).
Works for Seat / Skoda / Jetta / Golf / Beetle / Touareg / GTI / Passat, etc; works on all after 1996 OBD II compliant US, European and Asian vehicles. Supports all V/A Diagnositc protocols (KWP1281\ KWP 2000\ TP-CANBUS \ NEW UDS) and ALL OBD II protocols (CAN, J1850 PWM, J1850 VPW, ISO9141 and KWP 2000)
Language
English, German, Spanish
English and German
 English and German
Software
Free update online (Website:www.xtooltech.com)
Provides life-time free software updates to fix the latest bugs or add new parameters (Download from official website)
 Free update online (only supported by Windows 7/8/10)
PROS
1.Very affordable; great value for money;
2.Memory card for updating software and saving reports;
3.Portable, handheld device;
4.Adapt and code system performance;
5.Can retrieve immobilizer PIN codes;
6.Perform actuation tests and stream live data
1.Compatible with every OBD2-compliant VW and Audi vehicles;
2.Very affordable for its range of functions;
3.English and German menu language options;
4.Complete OBD2 system diagnostics;
5.Offers VW and Audi specific functions
1.Compact,
portable handheld;
2.Compatible with all OBD2-compliant Audi and VW vehicles;
3.Full OBD2 functionality;
4.2.8-inch clear display with an easy to use interface;
5.Standalone device
CONS
1.No built-in battery;
2.No freeze frame data
1.Compatibility issues with some older models
2.No live data or freeze frame data support
1.Low in data relay
2.Slow in pulling out data
3.No live data
4.No freeze frame data
Who is it for?
For Audi enthusiast and small garage owners.
For anyone with a VW vehicle including both DIYers and enthusiasts.
For auto mechanics from the novice all the way to the professional. DIY Audi lovers would love it as well.
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