I'm looking into collecting an assortment of test equipment for older Volvos before they all disappear. I realise from reading on line here that for older ( pre99) cars.

Jul 18, 2018 - You can download Vol-FCR 1.7.6 from our software library for free. The default filenames for the program's installer are Vol-FCR Demo FTDI.

I already have a Vida/Dice unit clone as recommended from here (although still working to get 2014A version to work, 2012A is working so far). Now looking into VOL-FCR software and the connector cable you need to connect the computer to the OBD2 port. I know it has to be a particular one, but I need either very clear specifics (and/or source) for one someone has bought and knows works, or very clear details on what cable to buy. I understand it is a Volkswagen (?) VAG-COM cable, but has to be a particular variant.

I have seen acronyms like KL or KKL required, but what makes them different to other models? Is it pin-out configurations that work for Volvos also? Finally any directions for VOL-FCR source for little or no money that should work? What are the requirements for running the software? Does it need XP Pro or can it run in XP mode on Windows 7 Pro? Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Neil. Vag com kkl cable and vol-fcr software can be found on ebay for around 20$.It is for '96-'99 s,v,c70 models. It is for all modules in the car and if you have motronic 4.4 engine management,you can also read and clear codes from engine module.If you have motronic 4.3 or jetronic it will not work for engine codes. It clears service light,read & clear instrument cluster,srs,abs,transmission,power seats,immobiliser codes. It will work with win xp and on com1 port ONLY.It can have serial to obd II or usb to obd II cable. I'm not sure for win7. A cracked version of VOL-FCR is all over the P2P sites and the VAG-COM cable is around $15.00 on eBay.

I think I have seen some of the cables that include VOL-FCR. VOL-FCR will reset the service light.

I did find that you need to be careful with VOL-FCR though on the '99+ cars. Careful as in don't even plug it in. I think I managed to corrupt the programming on my ECU on the '99 when I told VOL-FCR it was a '98 with a Motronic 4.4 and then tried to interrogate some of the subsystems. I had to get my immobilizer codes cloned into another module to get the car to reliably start.Lee. Thanks for the replies guys. Looking on Ebay, the only FCR software I can find is version 1.3 using a OBD2 cable and RS232 cable which is for serial port connections? I see newer versions of FCR 1.7 and newer on free sites, but I am always wary of using these sites as the have loads of adware and other stuff on them to cause problems with your computer.

Is there a site someone has used that they found to be 'safe' to download from? Is there any advantage of using ver 1.3 v's ver 1.7 or newer?