odb2 reader / error code

[chriskona]

is it possible to reset or clear the code without a odb2 reader? I replaced a intake boot the other day had my guy clear the code, now the car is at my girls work and the vaccum line came off. So of curse it threw a code and now since there was a code the car wont idle until the code is cleared. I cant afford to get it towed just to have someone plug in a odb2 reader to clear the codes ;/

this really sucks. i love my passat but this is costly just for a simple fix. if i was out of state and something simple like this happen i would be screwed. i really hate these new odb2 thingies. With a baby in the car i cant take the chance of breaking down and being screwed on the side of the road ;(

[98a4]

Disconnect the battery for 20 min.

[chriskona]

tried it, doesnt work.

my mechinic told me no matter what, the code needs to be cleared by a odb2 reader. he doesnt charge me for doing it, the only problem is my car is 20 miles from his shop lol

[98a4]

If the CEL isn't on, AND you know what the codes are, then don't worry about it. If its on, get them scanned/fixed/cleared

[JFryauff]

Find someone with a Vag-Com...where are you located?

[chriskona]

willow grove


if a code was thrown the car wont idle, its designed to adjust the timing so the car CANT idle correctly

[98a4]

Originally Posted by chriskona

if a code was thrown the car wont idle, its designed to adjust the timing so the car CANT idle correctly

What?

[Jetta2.slow]

Did u reconnect the vacum line??

[JFryauff]

Originally Posted by 98a4

What?

Double what!?!?

The car is running bad due to the issue that is causing the code, not the code itself...now I confused myself! Dammit just get the code!

[chriskona]

Originally Posted by JFryauff

Double what!?!?

The car is running bad due to the issue that is causing the code, not the code itself...now I confused myself! Dammit just get the code!

LOL, im taking it to the VW dealer, its gonna cost me $75 just to tell me the code ;/

If the code is cleared the car runs fine again.,

yes the vaccum line is back on.

[98a4]

Clearinng a code wontt fix a single thing iin the motor...

[chriskona]

Originally Posted by 98a4

Clearinng a code wontt fix a single thing iin the motor...

i know that, but you would think common sense would. the vaccum line fell off, i put it back on and replace the clamp. this wouldnt fix that problem?

well we took it to the dealer, all about 5 mins it was done and fixed. they claimed the code was "bad ground"

/me scratches head.

vaccum line off, car idling ruff, bouncing from 1000 to 100 sometimes cutting off. fixed vaccum, car still idling ruff, turns out to be really a ground wire? i dont beleive it.
lol

Alot of VW racers are telling me to can the odb2 and convert to odb1 i dont know to much about vw's but whats the differnce in obd2 and obd1?

[Handeye]

Originally Posted by chriskona

well we took it to the dealer, all about 5 mins it was done and fixed. they claimed the code was "bad ground"

Autozone would have done this for free if you had fibbed and told them you bought a part there to correct a CEL.

Originally Posted by chriskona

Alot of VW racers are telling me to can the odb2 and convert to odb1 i dont know to much about vw's but whats the differnce in obd2 and obd1?

This isn't a good idea and I believe it's not legal, depending on your state inspection laws. And it's a waste of time/money for a street car IMO.

[elotran]

Originally Posted by chriskona

willow grove


if a code was thrown the car wont idle, its designed to adjust the timing so the car CANT idle correctly

If you can get to Phoenixville some time my boy has a VAG-com. He will clear your codes for free

[GTI girlie]

Worked at Autozone.Just ask and they would have read the code but watch out Autozone hires some very stupid people.I was the expert at my store After they fireed me for a stupid reason Most customers left. but yes Autozone reads codes in OBD2 and Early model American cars with OBD1