ANCEL VD700 Full Systems Diagnostic Tool Fit for Volkswagen VW Audi Skoda Seat, All Functions OBD2 Scanner Car Code Reader for VAG Vehicles with Battery Registration EPB Reset (Upgraded VD500)

The fact of life is that as automobiles have become more and more complex, with electronic control of systems that used to be fully mechanical, the tools needed to perform routine maintenance tasks have also increased in complexity. This tool, the Ancel VD700, is a maintenance tool tailored to VAG vehicles that can read and reset the common interval timers and fault codes, as well as push the virtual buttons necessary to perform some routine maintenance tasks, like retracting the rear caliper pistons on models with electronic parking brakes. What it is not is a diagnostic tool that also performs other, more in-depth functions, like control unit coding, reveal granular details, or perform data logging, like the Ross-Tech VCDS system that is often cited by VW enthusiast owners. Nor is it a $200 tool cable that also requires connection to a Windows computer to function, as VCDS does. While VCDS is undoubtedly more capable, and its basic license supports the servicing of three vehicles, the scope of that system may extend beyond the needs, or desires, of many owners who simply wish to perform routine maintenance, and not deep diagnostics or customization of their vehicles. For those with more modest needs, the VD700 can do the job, and as a piece of autonomous hardware, also carries one significant advantage over the phone app-based, cloud-connected diagnostic tool options. While those types of tools are also very capable, and popular, their reliance on cloud connections, and subscription-based revenue models can present their own challenges and foibles. One faulty link in their chains can turn a routine task into a tech support ordeal, not aided by the fact their developers can be based overseas in different time zones, not conducive to getting timely, or easy support. When a job needs to be done, on time, with the vehicle off road, having the tool fail you is among the most frustrating circumstances one may experience. Ultimately, the "right tool for the right job" is the mantra that rules, so plan and act accordingly. Each has its use cases, and the owner will have to decide which suits their needs best. But even a simpler tool like the VD700 can easily justify its cost with one job, like the halving the cost of a routine brake job, compared to having it done by a shop.

This device has worked precisely as advertised. I have been able to do all the things the description said it would do, and even more. I’m connecting it to an Audi and a VW Tiguan and have no issues. Resetting oil change intervals, service intervals, releasing Electronic Parking Brake, running diagnostics on the vehicles, checking the battery, etc. I suggest downloading the PDF manual online as the instructions that come in the box are pretty weak. I would recommend this device to people who own any of the Volkswagen products.

J'ai pas mal tourné pour choisir un outil. A la base mon besoin était de reprogrammer les info pour un changement de batterie (dans le groupe VW, les info de batterie doivent être reprogrammées lors d'un chnagement pour que le BMS puisse prendre en compte ce changement dans sa stratégie de pilotage de la charge et du start and stop). L'outil est très pratique, marche bien et est "assez instinctif". Il faut de toute manière être assez au courant des architectures modernes véhicule pour savoir ce que l'on fait mais tout se passe bien. Je confirme par la même que cette outil permet la reprog des info batterie sur une seat leon 5F de 2019 ainsi que l'éffacement des codes d'erreur présent le cas échéant.

Facile da usare ed è molto professionale. Ottimo prodotto

El equipo funciona perfectamente y para uso aficionado es muy útil. Lleva un montón de funciones que posiblemente utilice poco o nada pero siempre es bueno tenerlas por si me hacen falta a mi o a algún amigo. Hubo problemas con la web de soporte (anceltech.com), envié notificaciones por la web de contacto interna y por email y a los dos días se pusieron en contacto conmigo. PD. Se han puesto en contacto conmigo pidiendome disculpas y ofreciendo un reembolso. Considero que la atención y el soporte han sido muy buenos.