VCDS Lite USB Driver Download and Installation Guide

Getting your VAG-COM compatible interface up and running requires installing the correct USB drivers and the VCDS-Lite software. This comprehensive guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough for a seamless installation process on Windows 98/ME. For Windows 2000 and later, consult the documentation provided with your interface cable.

Downloading the Necessary Files

First, download the required files: the VCDS Lite USB driver and the VCDS-Lite software itself. You can find them at the following locations:

• VCDS Lite USB Driver: www.gendan.co.uk/download/vagusb98.exe
• VCDS-Lite Software: www.ross-tech.com/vcds-lite/download/

Save both files in a convenient folder on your computer for easy access during the installation process.

Installing the VCDS Lite USB Driver

Before connecting the interface to your PC, install the USB drivers. This crucial step ensures proper communication between your computer and the diagnostic interface.

1. Locate the downloaded vagusb98.exe file and double-click it to initiate the installation.

2. Click the “Install” button. The driver files will be extracted to a new folder named “VAG USB Drivers” on your desktop. A progress bar will track the extraction process.

3. After the extraction completes and the program closes, connect the USB interface to your computer. The “Add New Hardware Wizard” should automatically launch. Click “Next.”

4. Choose “Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)” and click “Next.”

5. Select “Specify a location:” and browse to the C:WindowsDesktopVAG USB Drivers folder using the “Browse” button. Click “Next.”

6. Windows will locate the appropriate driver. Confirm by clicking “Next.”

7. The driver installation process will begin. Click “Finish” once completed.

Occasionally, Windows might repeat the installation process for a secondary component. If this happens, allow the process to finish uninterrupted.

Verifying Driver Installation

To ensure the VCDS Lite USB driver installed correctly, check the Windows Device Manager:

1. Navigate to Start > Settings > Control Panel.
2. Double-click System. (If not visible, click “View all Control Panel options.”)
3. Select the Device Manager tab.
4. Expand Ports (COM & LPT). The interface should be listed as USB Serial Port (COMx). Note the COM port number (x) for configuration in VCDS-Lite.

Installing and Configuring VCDS-Lite

1. Run the downloaded VCDS-Lite-x.x-Installer.exe file and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
2. Launch VCDS-Lite. Click Options.
3. In the “Select COM Port” dropdown, choose the COM port number you noted earlier.
4. Click Test to verify the connection. If successful, click Save.

Your VCDS-Lite software is now configured and ready to use with your interface. You can now diagnose and troubleshoot your vehicle using the powerful features of VCDS-Lite.