An Audi inspection reminder can be a persistent annoyance. This article outlines a common issue encountered when attempting a Vcds Audi Inspection Reset and provides a potential solution. The information is based on a real-world scenario using a Ross-Tech HEX-NET interface and VCDS software.
Understanding the Problem
The user attempted to reset the service reminder indicator (SRI) on an Audi using VCDS software version 21.9.0. The process initially failed, presenting an error message: “This equipment number is invalid: Equipment number must be 5-6 digits; 00001-999999.” Further attempts resulted in a VCDS message stating: “Specified values could not be saved on channels 11,12.”
The root cause appeared to be an invalid equipment number, possibly a “00000” value entered after a “444” code, potentially remnants from a previous dealer service visit. The vehicle’s last service at the dealership was 729 days prior to the reset attempt. The user subsequently performed their own maintenance.
The Solution: Persistence
Despite the error messages, repeatedly selecting the “YES” option on the three-option error prompt eventually led to a successful reset. After the third attempt, VCDS cycled through its processes, and the “Time since last time-dependent inspection” value changed from 729 days to 0. The “Inspection Due in 1 Day” dashboard advisory disappeared.
Analysis and Further Questions
The successful reset, despite the initial errors, raises several questions:
- Invalid Equipment Number: Does the “00000” equipment number prevent a successful reset, and should it be changed to “00001”?
- Dealer Code: What is the significance of the “444” code likely entered by the dealer, and should it be modified?
- Default Inspection Interval: How can the default 730-day inspection interval be adjusted within VCDS, along with correcting the potentially invalid equipment number?
VCDS Log File Analysis
The provided VCDS log file confirms the user’s experience. Multiple entries show repeated attempts to reset the SRI. The final successful reset is indicated by the change in “IDE03352-FIX: Time since last time-dependent inspection” from 729 to 0. This data reinforces the observation that persistence with the “YES” option can overcome the initial error message.
Conclusion
While the exact cause of the initial error remains unclear, this experience highlights a potential workaround for VCDS Audi inspection reset issues related to invalid equipment numbers. Further investigation is needed to determine the correct procedure for modifying the equipment number and inspection interval within VCDS. However, this case demonstrates that persistence can sometimes lead to success even when encountering seemingly insurmountable error messages. Always refer to official Ross-Tech documentation for the most accurate and up-to-date information on using VCDS.
