With the VCDS SFD subscription you can unlock SFD-protected control units online, directly through VCDS. This gives you access to the supported diagnostic functions as well as coding and adaptations – without having to buy individual tokens for every unlock. Service-relevant functions are now available, such as service reset, brake reset or DPF regeneration. VCDS shows which functions your vehicle supports after unlocking.
New VCDS Professional interfaces from us with unlimited VINs include a one-year SFD subscription free of charge from 1 January 2023. This applies to the HEX-V2 and the HEX-NET. For Hobby interfaces (3-VIN/10-VIN) and older unlimited models the subscription is chargeable. At the bottom of the product description, enter the VCDS serial number to get the correct subscription for the respective interface.
SFD (vehicle diagnostic protection) is a security mechanism from the Volkswagen Group for newer vehicles. These include the Golf 8, ID. models and other vehicles on the MQB-evo platform. Without the corresponding unlock, certain diagnostic, coding and adaptation functions are locked.
The subscription is valid for twelve months from the purchase date and does not renew automatically. After it expires you can renew it for a fee in your customer account if needed. For qualifying new Professional interfaces with unlimited VINs, the first year is included free of charge.
Secure your SFD subscription now and unlock control units for twelve months without individual token purchases.
VCDS with SFD support – Information page The Volkswagen Group has introduced a new safety feature, SFD (Protection of Vehicle Diagnostics), with the MQBevo platform. [More in the Community]
Yes, SFD technically always works with tokens. The difference is only in how you obtain them. A token is a single activation that is manually purchased and used. It's required for each vehicle and for each process. [More in the Community]
