Interpreting car codes- what do I need?

[Ti Kan]

Mark J. Besso writes:
> If there is a Checkers/Schucks/Kragen auto parts store near you it might be 
> worth checking with them.  They generally have code readers available on a 
> loaner basis. (Leave a refundable deposit and a copy of your license)
> 
> ~Mark
> 
> On Thu, 3 Apr 2008 10:55:57 -0400
>   "jesper moreau" <jesper5ktqm.audi at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>   hit your FLAPS for an OBD reader (30ish bux)

Note that generic OBD readers do not provide any VW/Audi-specific
diagnostic codes and descriptions -- which is to say most of them!

If you don't want to buy VAG-COM (which, IMHO is just as necessary
for 96+ VWs and Audis as the Bentley manuals is to all of them),
borrow one from somebody.

-Ti