System requirements for the maintenance and repair information
- Adobe Acrobat Reader (to open PDF documents)
- Operating system: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10
- Web browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 - 11 (other web browsers are not compatible)
The Offboard Diagnostic Information System software is the programme that provides you with an interface that complies with SAE J2534 (diagnostic interface). This software enables you to diagnose all Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, Seat, Bentley and Lamborghini brand vehicles.
Furthermore, you have access to the following information during the vehicle diagnosis:
- Vehicle data
- Workshop manuals
- Circuit diagrams
- Field actions
- Technical product information
This information is only available in the diagnostic software during an active diagnostic session.
System requirements for the Offboard Diagnostic Information System software
The following requirements must be met in order to operate the Offboard Diagnostic Information System software:
- Operating system: Microsoft® Windows 7 (64 Bit) / Windows 10 (64 Bit) with Internet Explorer 11
- CPU: at least 1 Ghz, recommended: 2 GHz dual-core processor
- RAM: at least 2 GB, recommended: 4 GB + activated virtual memory
- Hard drive: at least 10 GB free memory (per brand approx. 4 GB base + 1 GB for each language installed)
- Graphics: at least 800 x 600, recommended: 1024 x 768
- Miscellaneous:
- One free USB port for the diagnostic interface
- DVD drive
- Online connection
The following VAS diagnostic interfaces are supported:
- VAS 6154 (WLAN capable) (Windows 7 + Windows 10)
- VAS 5054A (wireless via Bluetooth) (Windows 7)
- VAS 5055 (cable via USB connection) (Windows 7)
In addition to the indicated VAS diagnostic interfaces, other SAE J2534-compliant diagnostic interfaces are supported by the Offboard Diagnostic Information System. To start up, the relevant box should be connected with the diagnostic tester via the USB port and the appropriate driver software installed. Administrator rights are required for the software installation.
Text 'SystemrequirementsOdis' (EN) missingIf you want to use the Offboard Diagnostic Information System software for flashing or configuring the immobiliser as well, a separate access right (GeKo) to the systems of Volkswagen AG is required in addition to an online connection.
The technical requirements for establishing a connection include an Ethernet connection that has direct (transparent) access to the Internet. The Internet access may not be via a proxy server.
Password security
The password policy of the Volkswagen Group has been adjusted and is valid for all applications, such as Offboard Diagnostic Information System and GeKo.
When defining the password, the following minimum requirements must be met:
- At least 10 characters
- At least three of the following four character classes: upper case, lower case, numbers, special symbols
{!@#$%&/=?_.,:;\-} - Maximum of two identical consecutive characters
You can use the following link to change your password every 90 days: https://dealerportal.vw-group.com/login/login_de.html
To log in, use the “Login with global user ID” selection window.