Ancel VD500 OBD2 Scanner Diagnostic Tool for Volkswagen VW Audi Skoda Seat Diagnosis Check Engine Light EPB ABS SRS Code Reader Oil Throttle Position Adaption Brake Pad Reset

I purchased this device mainly for replacing my brake pads on my VW-Arteon,( front & rear ), and as many other newer models, my car has a electric parking brake which I needed to retract with a device like this.When I got the device delivered I was surprised from the quality and the feeling when I pulled it out of the box, given that this brand wasn’t so famous to me, but could be something famous in Europe, I don’t know 🤷. It’s made in China, though as most of the things nowadays, but so far is of a good quality, and worked perfectly for me! I was able to retract the electric parking brake ( the metal axle inside the pistons ), so later when you need to press the pistons and to install the new brake pads, nothing stays on your way and it was easy and like you don’t have electric parking brake to deal with it.Now something important to remember when you use the device for the first time?So when you use the device for the first time , make sure and put the car in contact first ( the ignition ON ), then plug it in while the ignition is still on “ON” position without starting the engine. I did it in reverse, I plugged in the device first, then I pressed the ignition button on, and the device didn’t show and didn’t want to do anything, and I was scared and thought that the device it doesn’t work on my car, so again, ignition ON fits, then plug in the device, and it will work perfectly.I highly recommend the product, especially at the discounted price that I got it in Amazon!

Just completed replacing rear brake pads and rotors on a 2019 VW Jetta. I purchased this scanner to retract the electronic parking brake and it worked great! Simple to use, just followed the directions on the screen. The paper directions that came with it are of limited help. You can also watch videos online of individuals using this scanner which are helpful. Reasonable price and did the job!

Great little device at a great price. Just needed something simple to clear codes on my car after doing some repairs and it worked great! Thank you for the quick shipping too

I suppose since the VD700 came out these became more reasonably priced. The Features in this VD500 are enough for me. And, the interface is what I am used to - I have a very basic Scanner, Code-reader. It really works with anything and did all I needed except for this one had the Electronic Parking Break/Brake Pad Change - winds the Caliper in/out.I don't mind using a 12volt battery to do it manually at the wheel if had to, but again, at this price point this added the speed I wanted for this current project - every model has it's needs and some say they do but do not - it's so weird the weirdness around "Error Codes" and what *has to be done, but may not.Anyway, this unit - all I looked at was the Parking Brake/Brake Pad Change feature because when I went to "test" it, was into the project and as I clicked into the menu, it was so easy... "hit enter... then hit enter... then hit enter... - do the job, come back and hit enter; too easy! Nice surprise for a change.When it asked for models - didn't recognise the first two so hit the third, "other" and it worked flawlessly.Also, the unit was not "glitchy" with if the ignition is on/not on - other unit for some reason want the ignition on, do a "setup" etc. - this unit didn't care - it just powered on, went to the menu. As far as set up - it's sold here USA, so is English and etc. If need other, then change it, e.g. Metric.It's real clear, go here, do this, THEN turn ignition on - then turn it off.I have no looked at anything if needs the Engine Running - as I said above. It says it has not "freeze frame" feature, but it "Records". So, the minimal instructions may be misinforming about the "Feedback" feature (don't get it if not part of diagnosis - unless is product feedback?).So, bottom-line for me and all the other too complex, Icon Driven only units at 2x's the price - and confusing - this unit is how I like these to be. I have not seen the VD700 and may never at that price to see if the Icon Driven Screens are "better" or again just - confusing w/the price tag for "that"?I feel I could loan without a "training" session on what to click through and what to do - again, this one, just read the text prompts and if going to work, it will. How it was with other units, they just didn't work with "any" car, or my projects. It seems with VW, it has to be truly "generic" and IEEE compliant to the Standards for Codes, or has to be specifically for the fussy VW auto group.I hope that helps someone.

GreatSimple to use

Easy to use and worked perfectly on my 2020 VW Tiguan .

quick and easy to use life saver for vw and audi work

Did the job. After a small accident and no battery for a year, I had all kinds of codes. Some wouldn’t clear with standard scanners. This thing cleared them all. Only negative thing is when it's cold (0F) the cord for the OBD connector get so hard I was afraid I was going to break it. Strangest thing.