obd 2

[marty]

i hve a 2001 2 litre model and was wondering if any 1 can tell me if it obd 2 compliant and also what exactly this means?
marty

[phope]

yes, it is OBD2 compliant

OBD2 stands for On Board Diagnostics, version 2

It's a method of standardising error codes and diagnostics for cars - means dealers can plug a machine into your car, read off error codes and make suggestions for repairs/maintenance

You can also buy software for a PC, and buy a lead that will do the same thing -

www.ross-tech.com

What's the difference between VAG-COM and an OBD-II Scan-Tool?

OBD-II is a government mandated diagnostic protocol that is primarily aimed at diagnosing emissions-related problems. An OBD-II scan tool will work in many different brands of cars. VAG-COM uses VW's proprietary diagnostic protocol and will only work in VW/Audi vehicles. Although you can use an OBD-II Scan Tool in an OBD-II compliant (1996 or newer) VW or Audi, an OBD-II Scan Tool can only talk to the engine, not the numerous other "intelligent" systems in the car. Want to reprogram your central locks or your Radio? Diagnose a problem with your ABS, Airbags, or Automatic Transmission? Re-align your Immobilizer after swapping ECU's? Reset your Service Reminder Indicators? Communicate with a pre-1996 model (not OBD-II compliant) car? An OBD-II Scan-Tool can't do any of these things