VAG Manual SFD Unlock Token One Time: Step-by-Step Guide for Technicians
Vehicle Diagnostic Protection (SFD) has been implemented by VAG since 2020 to safeguard vehicle systems. This security measure is prevalent in models like the VW Golf VIII, Audi A3 8Y, Skoda Octavia A8, and Seat Leon MK4, among other 2020 and newer vehicles. This guide outlines the process to manually unlock the VAG SFD gateway using a VXDIAG VCX SE 6154 interface and ODIS service software, eliminating the need for a direct login account. This method is compatible with both ODIS Service v11 and the latest ODIS Service V23.
Understanding Manual SFD Unlock with ODIS Service
When initiating diagnostics via “Self-diagnosis” and selecting a control unit—for instance, the C002 Software Cluster unit—you can quickly determine if SFD protection is active. This is identifiable through the “Display measured values” function within ODIS.
Identifying SFD Protection in ODIS
To proceed with bypassing the SFD protection, select the Manual SFD activation option presented in ODIS.
Selecting Manual SFD Activation in ODIS
The system will then prompt you to confirm if an activation token has been generated. Since we are performing a manual unlock, respond “No” to this question.
Confirming No Activation Token in ODIS for Manual SFD Unlock
Next, the ODIS software will display the original SFD IT backend code. Copy this code to your clipboard as it will be necessary for the next step in obtaining your VAG manual SFD unlock token.
Copying Original SFD IT Backend Code from ODIS
Navigate to https://vaglogins.com. This platform specializes in generating one-time SFD unlock tokens specifically for manual unlocking scenarios. You will need to register an account and purchase tokens on their platform. They operate using a credit system where you can purchase token packages; for example, 25 credits are available for 25€ (approximately $27 USD). Unlocking SFD for a single module requires 5 credits, while 15 credits provide unlimited offline challenges for a specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for a 60-minute period. They also provide an online coding generator service for 10 credits.
VAG Logins Website for SFD Unlock Tokens
To begin, input the VIN on the vaglogins.com website to activate the VIN number for the unlock process.
Paste the SFD code that you copied from ODIS into the designated field on the website.
Select the vehicle brand and the diagnostic address. In our example, we are using C002.
Entering VIN and SFD Code on Vaglogins for Token Generation
Selecting Brand and Diagnostic Address on Vaglogins
Initiate the SFD request by clicking the appropriate button. Generating the SFD calculation code may take up to 30 seconds, so please allow sufficient time for the process to complete.
Requesting SFD Calculation on Vaglogins
Once generated, copy the SFD calculation code to your clipboard from the vaglogins.com website.
Return to your ODIS software and paste the copied SFD calculation code into the designated field.
To finalize the process and unlock the SFD security gateway, press the Activate Control Unit button in ODIS.
Pasting SFD Calculation Code into ODIS Software
Activating Control Unit to Unlock SFD Gateway in ODIS
By following these steps, you can effectively use a VAG Manual SFD Unlock Token One Time to bypass the Security Access protection and perform necessary diagnostic and repair procedures on protected VAG vehicles using VXDIAG VCX SE 6154 and ODIS Service.
