We have shown how to obtain SFD unlocking tokens for Autel scanners. Here we will continue to walk you through unlocking VAG SFD gateway manually with Autel scanners step by step.
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We are trying to reset maintenance lights. It’s an inspection light on a 2024 Audi Q7.
This goes for a lot of the newer model Volkswagen Audi’s.
In 2020, the Volkswagen Group (VAG) manufacturers introduced a procedure preventing unauthorized control module modifications – SFD (Vehicle Diagnostic Protection).
Here we show manul unlock SFD with Autel IM608 II. This works on many Autel scanners MS909/MS919/Ultra (a device that supports DoIP protocol).
We just found out typically doesn’t work on the im608 (does not work over DoIP.).
We are going to connect the VIN number.Let it load and here is our issue.
Auto detect vehicle, and this one requires DOIP protocl.
Vehicle Diagnostic Protection (SFD) is not locked. Our challenge is to bypass/unlock the SFD security gateway.
We are going to deactivate it.
Select Deactivation>>Manually unlock SFD. It will take us to this menu.
We are going to need the VIN number. Copy the VIN.
Go to web browser, this site is called “vaglogins.com”.
Login or sign up.
Select “Tokens” to buy credits, and lowest amount is about 25 with each 1 euros.
Then select “Memberships” to buy a type by tokens,
After we get a membership, select “SFD generator”.
Paste your VIN to activate.
Copy “Unlocking request information” in Autel scanner and paste it in “Login request” on the website.
Select brand Audi, enter diagnostic address and select “Request SFD” to calculate SFD code.
Scroll down and select “Copy To Clipboard” to copy SFD calculation code.
Back to Autel IM608 II menu, select “Input token”.
Paste the code here.
Select “Unlock SFD”.
Select “Exit” to switch to Main menu.
Then we have 90 minutes to diagnose the vehicle.
To reset Maintenance light, go to Hot functions>>Oil reset>>Oil and ins service reset
Maintenance light is reset.
Updated:
We are excited to announce the release of the VAG SFD function on Autel diagnostic devices, available from 28th October 2024. This powerful new feature will significantly enhance your ability to perform advanced diagnostics on supported VAG (Volkswagen Group) vehicles.
You can online unlock SFD with Autel scanners now. Check instruction here
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