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ODIS VAG Group Diagnostic Tool Training

Volkswagen/VAG Diagnostic Tool Training

This course is for technicians who want to specialise in VAG vehicles or have an interest in gaining the knowledge to maintain and repair VAG vehicles. The course is designed to cover all relevant situations technicians encounter while working on VAG vehicles for maintenance and repair.

Duration
2 Days
Qualification
ODIS VAG Group Diagnostic Tool Training
Trainer
Jon Morgan
Next date
Sat 17 Oct 2026
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Course overview

This course has been written with the independent aftermarket user in mind. During this course, students will learn how to deal with all the difficult issues associated with navigating ODIS software efficiently. The course includes practical use of the software in simple and straightforward steps, guiding students through the steps required to operate ODIS effectively.

Including: Differences between the various VAG marques, software downloads & updates, ODIS updates, Navigating wiring diagrams & Technical bulletins (TPI), searching for functions and much more.

What the course covers

  • Installation
  • Updating ODIS
  • Licences
  • Password issues
  • Purchasing a flat rate
  • SVM and what it means
  • ODIS navigation
  • Processes used for online vehicle parameterisation
  • ODIS shortcuts
  • Storage of and use of the flash container
  • Diagnostic protocols and their uses
  • Storing information collected in ODIS
  • Service Diagnose Code relevance in VAG software
  • Using ODIS with and without Guided Fault Finding & utilising test plans.
  • The pitfalls of working on vehicles previously parameterised with independent locksmith tooling

We are now taking bookings for our 2-day ODIS VAG Group Diagnostic Tool training course, delivered by highly qualified technicians. Places on this course are strictly limited to ensure high-quality training and maximise time spent working on the system and working on VAG specific vehicles.

What you need before you come

No previous qualifications are required, but individuals interested in taking this course must already own and be familiar with the VAG diagnostic tool. Feel free to contact us and ask if you need help with this.

Where it runs

Automotive Training Academy – Unit A9, Abbey Close, Wrexham LL13 9XG