Where is OBD port in Jetta?

Where is OBD port in Jetta?

The OBD-II port (also referred to as OBD2) on a Volkswagen is located under the dashboard on the driver’s side. All Volkswagen vehicles, 1996 and newer, including the Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Tiguan, Passat, Beetle, Routan, Beetle, have an OBD-II port.

What OBD protocol does VW use?

OBD-II is a government mandated diagnostic protocol that is primarily aimed at diagnosing emissions-related problems. An OBD-II scan tool will work in many different brands of cars. VAG-COM uses VW’s proprietary diagnostic protocol and will only work in VW/Audi vehicles.

How do you check the codes on a Jetta?

The only way to know why your Check Engine Light is on is to plug a scan tool into your vehicle’s OBD II diagnostic connector. The scan tool will then display the trouble code or codes that have been set. Most scan tools will display the trouble code and a one line description or definition of the code.

Where is car OBD port?

The most common place to find your car’s OBD2 port is under the dashboard on the driver’s side. Most vehicles have the connector under the instrument panel (aka, the dashboard) on the driver’s side, but some can be found near the center console area or even on the passenger’s side of the car.

How do I use OBD reader?

Here’s a simple step-by-step guide:

  1. Step 1: Locate The Diagnostic Link Connector.
  2. Step 2: Connect Your OBD2 Code Reader Or Scanner To The DLC.
  3. Step 3: Enter The Information Requested On The Scanner Screen.
  4. Step 4: Access The Scanner Menu For OBD Codes.
  5. Step 5: Identify And Understand the OBD Codes.

Is my car OBD compatible?

All cars and light trucks built and sold in the United States after January 1, 1996 were required to be OBD II equipped. In general, this means all 1996 model year cars and light trucks are compliant, even if built in late 1995.

Why are car diagnostics so expensive?

Because our vehicles have so many computerized systems and the tools themselves cost so much, the price of diagnosing most vehicle problems has risen rather dramatically over the last few years.