VAG K+CAN Commander 1.4 OBD2 Diagnostic Cable – VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat
Product Description
The VAG K+CAN Commander 1.4 is a powerful OBD2 diagnostic cable developed for vehicles from VW, Audi, Skoda, and Seat. It offers advanced diagnostic functions via CAN-bus as well as special functions via K-Line, covering essentially all electronic control units in the vehicles.
With this cable, you can not only read and clear fault codes but also perform advanced functions such as:
This makes the VAG K+CAN Commander 1.4 an invaluable tool for car mechanics, diagnostic technicians, and advanced enthusiasts alike.
Features
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Diagnostics via CAN and special functions via K-Line
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Support for all electronic control units (address 0x01 – 0x80)
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Ability to manually define diagnostic sessions (not locked to standard 0x89)
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Support for broadcast diagnostic request, DTC clearing, and transport mode
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Programming of new units and immobilizers (PIN, SKC, BGW, MAC)
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EEPROM reading and writing on engine control units (EDC15x, ME7.1.1, ME7.8, etc.)
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Key learning for e.g., Porsche Cayenne (without needing a security code)
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Crash data clear in airbag systems
Specifications
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Product Name: VAG K+CAN Commander 1.4 Diagnostic Cable
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Chipset: FTDI FT232RL + PIC18F25K80
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Main chip: PIC18F258
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Software version: V1.4
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Protocols: CAN & K-Line
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Compatibility: VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat (up to 2006/2007 depending on model)
Compatibility
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VW, Seat, Skoda – CAN models up to September 2006
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Audi – models up to 2007
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Support for dashboards, engine control units, immobilizers, and more units
Examples of supported functions:
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Dashboard reset – Audi A3, A4, A6, Q7, VW Golf, Passat, Polo, Skoda Octavia, etc.
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Security code reading – Audi A2, A3, A4, A6, VW Golf, Passat, Skoda Fabia/Octavia, etc.
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EEPROM functions – VAG-EDC15x, VAG-ME7.1.1, VAG-Cartronic ME7.8, Porsche Cayenne
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
❓ Does the cable work on all VW, Audi, Skoda, and Seat vehicles?
➡ Support is available for most models up to model year 2006/2007. Newer vehicles require different tools.
❓ Can I use it to program new keys?
➡ Yes, key learning is supported, including Porsche Cayenne, often without needing a security code.
❓ Can I use it on other car brands?
➡ No, this tool is specific to the VAG group (VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat) and certain Porsche models.
❓ Do I need internet to use it?
➡ No, the tool works locally via the software on your computer.
❓ Is this a replacement for VCDS/VAG-COM?
➡ No, VAG K+CAN Commander 1.4 offers some unique functions (EEPROM, immobilizer, key learning) that VCDS does not have, but it lacks other advanced diagnostic functions of VCDS.
👉 With the VAG K+CAN Commander 1.4, you get a complete diagnostic and programming tool for VAG vehicles – perfect for troubleshooting, key learning, dashboard reset, and much more.
Software is not included.