This is Opcom fw 1.70 user guid: how to use Opcom firmware 1.70 for OBDII diagnosis on Astra-H 2008 (8).
After installation of op com firmware 1.70 (vaux-com 120309a) on your computer running Windows XP, pair the computer to the vehicle itself. Before continuing with this step be sure to obtain your 4 digit security code from your car documents in the glove box. The paper containing this information will also detail your VIN, year, make, and model.
The model to be tested:
Astra-H 2008 (8)
What is used:
Opcom firmware 1.70:
http://www.cardiagtool.co.uk/op-com-can-obd2-for-opel-101294.html
vaux-com 120309a download free:
https://mega.nz/#!sPBnlZqT!vzaV6dx66ol0Y3gDrWDSAYZFjtkoBJz0cEtmuXWeOFc
How to use Opcom firmware 1.70 for obdii diagnosis:
Connect the OPCOM device to the car
-Port is located near driver side pedals
-Device must be fitted with lights on the top
Connect USB cable to USB Port
If you are using a Virtual Machine:
- a) Boot up the Windows XP Machine
- b) Pass the OPCOM Device to the machine
- c) Ensure the device is recognized in Device Manager as ‘OPCOM’
If you are using native Windows XP:
- a) Ensure the device is recognized in Device Manager as ‘OPCOM’
Open OPCOM Software from the desktop Icon
Ensure the Software recognizes the device
- a) Open the settings sub menu
- b) Click ‘Check Interface’
- c) If the device is not recognized, reboot the Vitrual Machine and/or your computer.
Turn on the car
Open Diagnostics from the main window of OPCOM
Select vehicle year and model
Enter 4 digit secutity code
-Located with car documents in glove box
Check your engine fault codes
- a) Select ‘Engine’
- b) Select engine size/model
- c) Click ‘Refresh List’
- d) Record list on a notepad
- e) Click ‘Clear Fault Codes’
Research Fault codes
- a) Open Google
- b) Search fault codes one by one
- c) Follow advice from reputable forums or repair guides