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I have continued here so if and when I eventually get this fixed , it may help others :)

Ok, I now have the cable connected and configured to com2 on my pc and it has a successful connection with the VAG com program on my pc.

I have followed the Ross-Tech Wiki guide for TBA....

>Turn the key on ...

Hi Alex, thanks for your reply.
I have followed your instructions. In the Advanced tab I have a list of COMs, all of which are "in use" up to COM16 :roll: COM 17 to COM 256 are not in use :D
In the COMS and Ports list in Hardware, I have COM1 and COM2 showing and of course the OBD cable (COM16).
I ...

Thanks Alex, Yes, I know what you mean by it being a USB serial adapter.When this cable is connected, it shows in Device Manager, in Ports, as "USB Serial Port (COM16).
Do I need to change this from COM16 to COM3? If so, how? I didn't see anywhere in VAGCOM which would allow me to change the COM. If ...

Hi Alex
When you say BAUD rate do you mean Bits per second ? In device manager and Comms port 1 and 2 properties, under the Port Settings tab, they are both showing Bits per second as 9600. Or am I barking up the wrong tree ?
I am also confused with the comms bit aswell. The cable I have is OBD II ...

Hello again.
Just about feeling well enough to tackle this. The biggest bugbear of this process for me is that I don't have access to a laptop with XP so I have to take my pc out to the car :roll:
I hope someone can help (and I hope you are reading Alex :) ) I now have an OBD II cable, have the ...

Wow, thanks for the quick response Alex, much appreciated.
I have a copy of the free Vagcom and the Ross-Tech how to guide. Once I receive the cable I shall have a go.
I'll let you know how I get on.

Thanks again.

J.

Hi again
I still haven't managed to fix this problem as since my last post we have had visitors, been away to France and I have been unwell (still am to a certain degree). Anyway, I am waiting delivery of an ODB II cable but in the meantime, can anyone answer my queries from my last post please ...

Ok, I still have problems but we are a little further forward.
An English run garage reasonably local to me kindly offered to re-set the throttle body FOC, this offer came on the same day that a Spanish neighbour had recommended a garage in my town who quoted me 35 euros "just to put the machine ...

Sorry to be any trouble or to sound thick but there doesn't seem to be a free download.

Do I not need a vagcom system then? Just a cable? Excuse my ignorance.

Another quick question, hopefully someone will know.
I have located a garage which has a Bosch ESI tronic diagnostic system.
Does anyone know if this system is capable of resetting my Throttle Body via the ECU as per Vagcom?
I have searched online but can't find a definitive answer.
The garage owner ...

Ok Alex, thanks again.

Ok, I tried the battery disconnection but it is still the same.
If I continue to use the car as it is, will it cause any problems?
This will be for a few days until I can get it to a workshop.

Thanks for your reply Alex. I shall try that.
J.

Hi all, I wonder if anyone could help and shed some light on an over revving problem.
I have a 1997 Polo 6N 1.4CL AEX engine. Despite my loation, it's a RHD UK car.
i have searched this excellent forum but dont seem to be able to find a definitive answer.
Had a misfire, went to running on 3 ...