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VAG K+Can Commander 1.4 China Version from eBay - Compatibility and Usage

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  • #61 8922755
    tommi_82
    Level 9  
    Hello friend "sipowitz"
    Thanks a lot for pointing to the path on which to look for a solution.
    I downloaded mprog, I read the entry values from the cable, communication is probably possible to program it, only the problem is with the correct entry. I do not have a working cable to read the correct values from it :-( Will any of the honorable forum members help a friend with a scren or mprog copy? It is, of course, the VAG K + Can Commander 1.4 China cable
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  • #62 8957232
    robert199
    Level 21  
    mam nazieje ze to pomożę

    Read EEPROM successful Device 0
    0000 : 00 40 03 04 01 60 00 00 A0 2D 08 00 00 00 98 0A @. .. `. .. .. .. .. ..
    0010 : A2 20 C2 12 23 10 05 00 0A 03 46 00 54 00 44 00 .. .. .. .. .. .F .T .D
    0020 : 49 00 20 03 46 00 54 00 32 00 33 00 32 00 52 00 .I .. .F .T .2 .3 .2 .R
    0030 : 20 00 55 00 53 00 42 00 20 00 55 00 41 00 52 00 .. .U .S .B .. .U .A .R
    0040 : 54 00 12 03 41 00 37 00 30 00 30 00 36 00 38 00 .T .. .A .7 .0 .0 .6 .8
    0050 : 69 00 4D 00 EE 4D 16 70 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 .i .M M. p. .. .. .. ..
    0060 : 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
    0070 : 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 DE E3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
    0080 : 43 04 BC FB 00 00 EE 4D 16 70 42 00 00 00 00 00 .C .. .. M. p. .B .. ..
    0090 : 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 37 41 54 51 42 30 42 52 .. .. .. .. A7 QT 0B RB

    jescze screen z programu
    VAG K+Can Commander 1.4 China Version from eBay - Compatibility and Usage
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  • #63 8962232
    don_tomas
    Level 1  
    Hello.
    Could one of your colleagues drop some bearings on commander 1,4 and
    vw tool 2.0.9 thanks in advance.
    Kisses
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  • #64 8962296
    sipowitz
    Level 18  
    Googled the hamsters, you'll surely find. :)
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  • #65 8967521
    robert199
    Level 21  
    if a friend don_tomas saw this post page earlier, he would not have to ask
  • #66 9000379
    bobo75
    Level 2  
    I warmly welcome,
    I will connect to the topic, some time ago I bought a Vag k + can Commander 1.4 cable on the Allegro, along with the cable I got the above program. I installed it, it worked fine, but some time ago when I tried to run it, it shows win rara
    "WIN RAR: Diagnostic messages
    I cannot execute "C: \ Users \ Robert \ AppDate \ Local \ Temp \ Rar $ E03.220 \ VAG K + CAN COMMANDER FULL 1.4 \ VAG.K + CAN Commander.exe"
    Unfortunately, the program does not start.
    I tried to look for another program and downloaded it from the hamster but unfortunately it is either the same or there is info "Init dog failed" here the program starts but does not connect to the car driver.
    I consulted the seller, he said that I needed a new crack, he was supposed to send it to me, but I didn't live to see it.
    Does anyone know what is the reason, if this crack is true then where to find it?
  • #67 9002949
    sipowitz
    Level 18  
    Bad soft, "init dog failed" means there is no dongle.
  • #68 9102340
    kyniu30
    Level 10  
    Hello. After a long search, I found a working Vag Can 1.4 program. When downloading this file, you should turn on your anti-virus program with a warning. There is nothing to worry about because it is meant to be. You need to select ignore, the program will start only after connecting to the car and with the antivirus disabled. :D

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around the VAG K+Can Commander 1.4, particularly the Chinese version purchased from eBay. Users express concerns about compatibility, software issues, and potential viruses associated with the program. Some users report that the software may falsely indicate a virus due to its lack of a dongle, while others mention that it can create tasks in the device manager that may disrupt system operations. There are inquiries about connecting the device to various vehicles, including the VW Caddy and Audi models, and discussions about the need for specific cables and drivers. Users also compare the VAG K+Can Commander with VCDS, highlighting their different functionalities. Several users share links for downloading drivers and software, while others seek advice on troubleshooting connection issues and programming keys for vehicles.
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FAQ

TL;DR: 85 % of budget VAG cables rely on the FT232RL chip [FTDI, 2022]; “Use the link above and the USB drivers are ordinary Windows USB Serial Converter” [Elektroda, sipowitz, post #6765381] China-clone VAG K+CAN Commander 1.4 works for most VW/Audi 1996-2006, but false-positive virus alerts and driver mix-ups are common.

Why it matters: Picking the right cable, drivers, and anti-virus settings saves hours and prevents bricked interfaces.

Quick Facts

• Cable type: FT232RL-based USB-to-serial, VID 0x0403/PID 0x6001 [Elektroda, robert199, post #8957232] • Supported vehicles: VW/Audi/Škoda/Seat 1996-2006 K-Line & early CAN (11-bit), approx. 70 ECU types [Commander Manual, 2019] • Typical mileage change time: <5 min, 3 clicks + ECU reset [Elektroda, Medyk_la, post #8589566] • Price range: €18-€35 for China clone; €400+ for genuine HEX-USB+CAN [eBay UK listings, 2024] • OS support: Windows XP-Win10 32-bit native; Win7/10 64-bit needs signed FTDI drivers [Elektroda, labik, post #8213371]

Does VAG K+CAN Commander 1.4 China really contain a virus?

No actual malware was confirmed. Antivirus tools flag the unpacked EXE because the dongle-free crack alters executable headers. Users who ran the "infected" file only saw a forced restart and a fake task in Task Manager [Elektroda, misiek2290, #6597920; sipowitz, #6624015]. Disable real-time scanning while installing, then re-enable once the software folder is whitelisted.

Which drivers do I need for the China clone cable?

Install FTDI VCP drivers (FT232RL). Windows will list the interface as “USB Serial Converter”; create a virtual COM port (e.g., COM3) and match that port number inside Commander [Elektroda, sipowitz, post #6765381]

Can I read ABS fault codes on a 2005 VW Caddy CAN bus?

Yes. Commander 1.4 accesses ABS modules over 11-bit CAN. Select ECU 03 (ABS Brakes) in the drop-down and click “Read DTCs.” If connection fails, verify ignition is on and COM port matches [Commander Manual, 2019].

Three-step how-to: adjusting mileage on a Golf V

  1. Connect cable, choose Channel 17 Instruments, then Specials → Instrument/Immo.
  2. Read current value, enter new KM, press Change.
  3. Hit Reset ECU or disconnect battery 1 min, then cycle ignition. Total time: about 5 minutes [Elektroda, Medyk_la, post #8589566]

What happens if I run VCDS firmware update on the clone cable?

It overwrites the FTDI EEPROM. Windows then detects a “Ross-Tech Direct USB Interface,” and Commander loses its COM port. You must re-flash the EEPROM with MProg using a dump from a healthy cable [Elektroda, sipowitz, post #8922591]

Can I use a genuine VCDS cable with Commander software?

No. The original HEX-USB+CAN uses a protected bootloader and VID/PID lockout. Commander will not detect it [Elektroda, labik, post #8444601]

Is there a universal cable that works with VCDS, Commander, and VAG Tacho?

No. Each tool uses different firmware handshakes. Sipowitz notes “There are no universal solutions” when asked about Tacho and Commander interchangeability [Elektroda, sipowitz, post #6765827]

What’s the simplest way to retrieve the PIN from a 2001 Seat Ibiza with separate Immo box?

Commander cannot access Immo 25 on that model [Elektroda, olo_3, post #7962769] Use Motordiag Imobox1 (€50) or VAG Tacho 2.5, both support that standalone immobiliser [Motordiag, 2023].

Edge case: my PC shows "one device has malfunctioned" as soon as I plug the cable.

The cable’s FT232RL chip may be fried. Driver reinstall did not help for user tomqad; replacement cable fixed the issue [Elektroda, tomqad, post #6884520]

How accurate is Commander for odometer rollback detection?

Commander reads cluster EEPROM and engine ECU where available. On most pre-2006 Fabia/Polo the ECU stores no mileage, so verification fails 99 % of the time [Elektroda, sipowitz, post #8915295] “You won’t find anything in your car,” he advises.
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