ETKA App

[waiapasi2006]

Hello guys,
I just received my ETKA application. It didn't come with any manual, but a little How to guide to get it installed burned on the disk.
I installed it and I couldn't get it to work. It boots up and then crashes.
Has anyone with this system come across this issue I am having?
I am trying to install in on windows vista( Bit-32 recommended.) It will not work with 64-bit.

Any help is gladly appreciated.

[waiapasi2006]

Here is the app
Revision 7.4 Plus
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/03/d8e0ea652cc0d1c75000e76cc987559f.jpg

[Charles.waite]

I "acquired" mine from a certain hive of scum and villany....

Anyway it works just fine (7.4 Plus btw). But I'm running in a WinXP Virtual Machine on my Macbook Pro so my config is non-standard to say the least. I would suggest not bothering to get it to run in Vista and trying to get an XP VM up and running.

[waiapasi2006]

I "acquired" mine from a certain hive of scum and villany....

Anyway it works just fine (7.4 Plus btw). But I'm running in a WinXP Virtual Machine on my Macbook Pro so my config is non-standard to say the least. I would suggest not bothering to get it to run in Vista and trying to get an XP VM up and running.

I will def try that. What's the update version for audi so far. Mine says 1041

[waiapasi2006]

I "acquired" mine from a certain hive of scum and villany....

Anyway it works just fine (7.4 Plus btw). But I'm running in a WinXP Virtual Machine on my Macbook Pro so my config is non-standard to say the least. I would suggest not bothering to get it to run in Vista and trying to get an XP VM up and running.

I had tried your "acquired" solution and it gave me a gift of reprogramming my laptop lol.

[Charles.waite]

Woops...?

But yea XP is the way to go.

[waiapasi2006]

I get this as well
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/03/25f596514d08c40a968ac022937fda63.jpg

[waiapasi2006]

Woops...?

But yea XP is the way to go.

I'll see if I can dig up my old disks, but I still want to investigate why this PIA won't run.

[typeslone]

You need a "crack" to get around the hardlock. A software group called new aspirin used to make a hardlock crack to bypass it, do a search on the interwebs to find it. Unfortunately mytouareg.info no longer has etka updates or the software to bypass the hardlock. I'm a parts guy at a vw dealer so I use the factory hardlock from lexcom, who makes ETKA and the Porsche catalog. As a dealer, we have to pay a monthly fee for it, per brand, so of course to save money, we had two of the parts computers running on a cracked version.

[waiapasi2006]

You need a "crack" to get around the hardlock. A software group called new aspirin used to make a hardlock crack to bypass it, do a search on the interwebs to find it. Unfortunately mytouareg.info no longer has etka updates or the software to bypass the hardlock. I'm a parts guy at a vw dealer so I use the factory hardlock from lexcom, who makes ETKA and the Porsche catalog. As a dealer, we have to pay a monthly fee for it, per brand, so of course to save money, we had two of the parts computers running on a cracked version.
Nice info. I have contacted the person I got it from, so we'll see what happens.
I will definitely do my research.

[audifirst]

instead buying online you can always access online for free and have the latest's part #

http://www.partscats.info/

[fly300kts]

instead buying online you can always access online for free and have the latest's part #

http://www.partscats.info/

Great link but not as friendly as ETKA since no preview on menus

Phil

[waiapasi2006]

Great link but not as friendly as ETKA since no preview on menus

Phil
ETKA does look user friendly, but wasn't so friendly with me. [emoji30]
The PIA crashed.
Phil are you still here?


instead buying online you can always access online for free and have the latest's part #

http://www.partscats.info/
I did come across this site while researching and it has been mentioned before by other forums.
Everyone has their yeaaas and neees [emoji15]

[mec]

Fuck....I am because I saw Etka app and assumed it was an iPhone app.

Got me all moist for nothing!


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[waiapasi2006]

Fuck....I am because I saw Etka app and assumed it was an iPhone app.

Got me all moist for nothing!


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Lol
Wipe if off[emoji97]

[waiapasi2006]

Will have a go at it again to see what happens.

[mec]

Will have a go at it again to see what happens.

Quick glance saw you don't have hard lock. Install hard lock, and try again


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[B72011]

I got a full cracked version off of ebay for $17, works like a charm.
Fully searchable, logins and passwords.
Covers Audi, Vw, Seat and Skoda from 1994-2013!
Everything!

[waiapasi2006]

I got a full cracked version off of ebay for $17, works like a charm.
Fully searchable, logins and passwords.
Covers Audi, Vw, Seat and Skoda from 1994-2013!
Everything!

I was able to get the program to work after multiple tries. After updating it to current(Audi 1055 dated 1/09/2015 I think) it crashed.
Maybe it can't go up to that update.
I will try and re-install it from scratch and see what happens.

[Charles.waite]

I got my version off the bay of pirates for free.50 and have had zero problems with it. Are you using XP? or something dumb like Vista?

[waiapasi2006]

I got my version off the bay of pirates for free.50 and have had zero problems with it. Are you using XP? or something dumb like Vista?

My next step will be XP.

[waiapasi2006]

Here's an update.
ETKA does run on Vista. I was able to update Audi to version 1041 last night.
As a side note,
Virtual box is up and running. Now, I will be installing xp soon as well.
Can someone tell me what the latest update is?
Thanks.

[typeslone]

1054 is the latest update as of this morning when I got to work.

[fly300kts]

This was the latest level and there was one today so:

1054
1054
580
586

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/BB04F7D5-8030-41A0-9468-DF6F8A599C84_zpsjggtqyoi.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/BB04F7D5-8030-41A0-9468-DF6F8A599C84_zpsjggtqyoi.jpg.html)

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/8CDD0D50-93C9-415C-A89F-77B4FFD6B9E1_zpspdtfixmf.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/8CDD0D50-93C9-415C-A89F-77B4FFD6B9E1_zpspdtfixmf.jpg.html)

Phil

[typeslone]

Also ETKA will lock you out of using the catalog if the updates fall too far behind. I can't remember how many days have to lapse though, might be 60, might be 90, I don't remember. My system checks for updates every time I load up so its always up to date.

[fly300kts]

Also ETKA will lock you out of using the catalog if the updates fall too far behind. I can't remember how many days have to lapse though, might be 60, might be 90, I don't remember. My system checks for updates every time I load up so its always up to date.

It's 30 days I think

Phil

[waiapasi2006]

1054 is the latest update as of this morning when I got to work.
Thank you.

[waiapasi2006]

This was the latest level and there was one today so:

1054
1054
580
586

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/BB04F7D5-8030-41A0-9468-DF6F8A599C84_zpsjggtqyoi.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/BB04F7D5-8030-41A0-9468-DF6F8A599C84_zpsjggtqyoi.jpg.html)

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/8CDD0D50-93C9-415C-A89F-77B4FFD6B9E1_zpspdtfixmf.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/8CDD0D50-93C9-415C-A89F-77B4FFD6B9E1_zpspdtfixmf.jpg.html)

Phil
Thanks Phil.

[Luis_Heineken]

you can try this too


http://www.partsbase.org

[waiapasi2006]

you can try this too


http://www.partsbase.org
Thanks for the link.

[magpies14]

Anyone knows how to update from Etka 7.3 to the current 7.4 plus database. As due to accidentally deleted my shortcut , I had to reinstall the 7.3 DVD. So I have the 7.3 software now but the up to date data files (1052)

[waiapasi2006]

Anyone knows how to update from Etka 7.3 to the current 7.4 plus database. As due to accidentally deleted my shortcut , I had to reinstall the 7.3 DVD. So I have the 7.3 software now but the up to date data files (1052)
You are not far behind the update like I am. I started at 950. I am working my way up there. I have no clue upgrading from 7.3 to 7.4. I am currently running 7.4 plus. I think you can get it on line somewhere from prior posts ........
I purchased mine from a friend before he went abroad.

[waiapasi2006]

Finally updated to 1054

[B72011]

I got a full cracked version off of ebay for $17, works like a charm.
Fully searchable, logins and passwords.
Covers Audi, Vw, Seat and Skoda from 1994-2013!
Everything!


I meant ELSA Win ...the computer manuals....not ETKA. The program is easy to use, lots of links but you have to search around to find the procedure needed. Are the ELSA procedures the same as what are produced in the Bentley manual? Any reason to get the Bentley manual if you have ELSA?

[waiapasi2006]

I meant ELSA Win ...the computer manuals....not ETKA. The program is easy to use, lots of links but you have to search around to find the procedure needed. Are the ELSA procedures the same as what are produced in the Bentley manual? Any reason to get the Bentley manual if you have ELSA?
ETKA updates to current year.
Bently manual is always good to have to find what your looking for when your doing repairs. I have not played with elsa, so can't compare.

[Khaotic]

News from ETKA;


Caution: From end of March 2015 onwards, the internet services of Volkswagen AG will no longer support Windows XP.
Accordingly the next version of ETKA (7.5) will not support Windows XP.
It is recommended that you update all affected workstations to a more recent operating system such as Windows 7 or 8 as soon as possible.

[waiapasi2006]

News from ETKA;

Really,
Will this affect ETKA for audi?

[Khaotic]

Really,
Will this affect ETKA for audi?

Yes it will affect all brands.
The first statement does not concern most of us, since we cant connect to the online services anyhow (since you need licensed version to do so)
ETKA 7.5 will probably still be some time away, so time will tell if the XP users will be able to keep updating databases in offline mode (perhaps with some fix or crack) or if you need to reinstall on a different operating system.
I run ETKA on Windows 7 64-bit so no need for a secondary OS at all [:)]

[waiapasi2006]

Yes it will affect all brands.
The first statement does not concern most of us, since we cant connect to the online services anyhow (since you need licensed version to do so)
ETKA 7.5 will probably still be some time away, so time will tell if the XP users will be able to keep updating databases in offline mode (perhaps with some fix or crack) or if you need to reinstall on a different operating system.
I run ETKA on Windows 7 64-bit so no need for a secondary OS at all [:)]
I tried it on the 64 bit, but no luck.
I had it running on xp until my hard drive crashed on me.

[Khaotic]

Previously I only had it on my laptop with Win 7 32-bit for years and no issues.. I used hardlock then and no issues, now on my 64-bit stationary I have hasp drivers.
You could do like me, get a cheap laptop with Win 7 32-bit and only install car software (I got ETKA, Elsawin, VCDS and Revo software atm) that way you dont have to sacrifice 64-bit on your "primary PC" or bother with virtual OS.

[BenMTL]

This is actually good news....It means we will get a new version (7.5) that will work 100% natively under Windows 7 instead of having to use an old laptop with Windows XP, bother with VMs, etc.

[waiapasi2006]

That's true.
I am currently installing ETKA on windows 7 32bit and it is taking the updates much smoother then VM.

[waiapasi2006]

I'm updating this here.
Etka 7.4 Germany runs without any problems on Windows7 32bit.
So far Current update for audi= last two digits 57.

I am fairly new with this program, so with those using it, please chime in.
Are there different ETKA's out there when it comes down to international/Germany?
I have noticed my search showed up with updates with a ''d'' and ones without, you get a boot loop when updating manually.

[waiapasi2006]

Anyone has any input with the updates containing the letter "d" when you check for updates.?

[waiapasi2006]

Bumping this one up from the dead again.
I just reprogrammed my laptop and got this far with updates
Audi 1089

To get the current update, you need to upgrade to ETKA 7.5
Anyone has any light they would like to shine in here please?
Thanks.

[Charles.waite]

I'm stuck on 1086 with ETKA 7.4. Haven't looked for a source for 7.5 in a while though. Could be something out there finally...

[ADCS]

ETKA 7.0 update 622 running on Win10 64 bit here.

[waiapasi2006]

ETKA 7.0 update 622 running on Win10 64 bit here.

I have Etka Germany 7.4 with update 1089
It does run, but I can't get the current update. You have to upgrade to get 1090 and up.
Thanks for the reply.

[waiapasi2006]

I'm stuck on 1086 with ETKA 7.4. Haven't looked for a source for 7.5 in a while though. Could be something out there finally...

update 1089 is the most recent one I had.
I am looking as we speak.
Once I try to push 1090 through, it tells me I have to upgrade to 7.5.
Question:
Does our update files have a "d" after the number in the location when you update it?
Thanks for he reply.

[aluthman]

Can someone with a working copy of ETKA look up the part numbers for the oil pump/balance shaft assembly bolts? I can't seem to find them for sale anywhere and supposedly they are TTY and need replaced after removing them.

[Charles.waite]

Can someone with a working copy of ETKA look up the part numbers for the oil pump/balance shaft assembly bolts? I can't seem to find them for sale anywhere and supposedly they are TTY and need replaced after removing them.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc415/chuckyp83/Screen%20Shot%202015-12-08%20at%201.18.05%20AM_zpseq6hnwwx.png

Hope that helps.

[aluthman]

Very much so, thanks!

[Khaotic]

Im on 1096 on ETKA 7.4
When I got the notice on updating to 7.5, I had an option to "only install data/update" or something similiar and it continued as usual up to date.

[waiapasi2006]

Im on 1096 on ETKA 7.4
When I got the notice on updating to 7.5, I had an option to "only install data/update" or something similiar and it continued as usual up to date.

I'll see what happens when I update mine again. Also, have you ever paid attention to your update file in you C drive to know if the update "audi" folder has a "d" at the end of the number example 1096d?
I don't know if that makes sense.

[Khaotic]

I'll see what happens when I update mine again. Also, have you ever paid attention to your update file in you C drive to know if the update "audi" folder has a "d" at the end of the number example 1096d?
I don't know if that makes sense.

If I understand you correctly, my update files do not end with a "d"..
I download my updates manually from a hosted website that some guy is running and uploading all updates to, and they are named as per usual, the last one I did is named "etupau10960.exe"

[waiapasi2006]

I was able to upgrade to ETKA7.5
AUDI is now updated to 1098

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[aluthman]

Part number for the knock sensor bolt - GO!

[:D]

[fly300kts]

Part number for the knock sensor bolt - GO!

[:D]

more than one application and I do not have your PR options code so here are all the different versions that you should be able to match with yours

Triple Square Head M8X30 N91076601
Hexagon Head M8X35 N01033520
Hexagon Head M8X32 N0103328
Triple square M8X32 N10688601
Hexagon Head M8X30 N01024425


Phil

[aluthman]

more than one application and I do not have your PR options code so here are all the different versions that you should be able to match with yours

Triple Square Head M8X30 N91076601
Hexagon Head M8X35 N01033520
Hexagon Head M8X32 N0103328
Triple square M8X32 N10688601
Hexagon Head M8X30 N01024425


Phil

Hmm, a bit more involved than I thought. It was a hex head though, and not a triple square, so that narrows it down. Where would I find this info? Thanks again Phil!

[fly300kts]

Hmm, a bit more involved than I thought. Where would I find this info? Thanks again Phil!

Easy way first: do you have the old bolt?

[aluthman]

Easy way first: do you have the old bolt?

I have one of them but not the other. I'm hoping they are the same.

[fly300kts]

I have one of them but not the other. I'm hoping they are the same.

Do you see the one you have?

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/Capture_zpsxv29ajfl.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/Capture_zpsxv29ajfl.jpg.html)

[aluthman]

The knock sensor that came off the block looks like #15, but the block was from an '07 GLI. The stock knock sensors from my car (and the new ones I ordered) do not have a harness and have the clip molded into the sensor. The threaded portion of the bolt I removed is ~25mm long with the overall length being ~31 mm. The head of the bolt is stamped 8.8. I'm assuming I need to match the bolt to the block and not the car, but I wasn't aware there were so many choices.

[Charles.waite]

The knock sensor that came off the block looks like #15, but the block was from an '07 GLI. The stock knock sensors from my car (and the new ones I ordered) do not have a harness and have the clip molded into the sensor. The threaded portion of the bolt I removed is ~25mm long with the overall length being ~31 mm. The head of the bolt is stamped 8.8. I'm assuming I need to match the bolt to the block and not the car, but I wasn't aware there were so many choices.

I might be able to look this up for you today. ETKA usually lists the specs for the bolts so you should be able to get a compatible bolt at a hardware store.

[aluthman]

I might be able to look this up for you today. ETKA usually lists the specs for the bolts so you should be able to get a compatible bolt at a hardware store.

I was able to find a match at Home Depot Racing. I don't see why a generic 8.8 bolt of the same size wouldn't work. They only get torqued to 15 ft-lbs.

[waiapasi2006]

Bringing this back from the dead.
It seems like we have an upgrade out there 7.5 to 8.0.

[Charles.waite]

Any hints on where to acquire? I haven’t been able to update my 7.5 for a while due to the versioning requirements for the latest updates. They require 8 to install...

[naiku]

Was just trying to find a copy of this a couple days ago, trying to track down some wiring diagrams for the Avant. Hopefully someone knows where to get a copy.

[waiapasi2006]

Any hints on where to acquire? I haven’t been able to update my 7.5 for a while due to the versioning requirements for the latest updates. They require 8 to install...

I ignored it, but now i'm stuck. ETKA no longer wants to open.

[waiapasi2006]

This.
https://i.imgur.com/LPMjJIE.jpg

[Okedokey]

Was just trying to find a copy of this a couple days ago, trying to track down some wiring diagrams for the Avant. Hopefully someone knows where to get a copy.

What you after?

[TWiST]

There are a couple sites I have come across that have it, the download is there and I was able to obtain it but I am waiting for a response from the OP to get the password. Just been trying to build some rep on that site so I can get the info I need and move on lol.

[Charles.waite]

Was just trying to find a copy of this a couple days ago, trying to track down some wiring diagrams for the Avant. Hopefully someone knows where to get a copy.

ETKA doesn’t have wiring diagrams. You must be thinking ELSAWin.

[Okedokey]

ETKA doesn’t have wiring diagrams. You must be thinking ELSAWin.

thus, I have elsawin, so if he wants the info.... I just shortcut that part of the logic lol :)

[Charles.waite]

thus, I have elsawin, so if he wants the info.... I just shortcut that part of the logic lol :)

I have it too but it never works.

In any event wanted to clarify that ETKA doesn’t have that so he doesn’t spend all that effort barking up the wrong tree.

[Okedokey]

I have it too but it never works.

In any event wanted to clarify that ETKA doesn’t have that so he doesn’t spend all that effort barking up the wrong tree.

Why doesn't it work?

[naiku]

What you after?

Trying to figure out where the trunk wiring harness in an Avant feeds into the body. I can follow it through the rubber boot and into the body at the hinge, but from there is is behind a piece of metal and I cannot see where it goes. I need to determine if it runs above the headliner or drops down behind the D-pillar. I want find where it plugs in, in order to unplug it for testing but am loathsome to have to remove the headliner in order to do it.


ETKA doesn’t have wiring diagrams. You must be thinking ELSAWin.

Ah, thanks.

[Charles.waite]

Why doesn't it work?

I get weird errors (in Russian) during the install but then it eventually works but when it’s all installed and updated it give weird errors and doesn’t show half the info and pictures.

I’ve been meaning to try downloading it a third time but it’s sort of a pain so I haven’t. I run it in a Windows XP VM on my Mac so while it’s fine with ETKA I’m assuming the ELSA cracks are being weird.

[Theiceman]

I find it odd that anyone speaks of hacking VCDS they are immediately blasted for hacking proprietary software and banned to the outer world. But yet hacking ETKA proprietary software seems to be deemed acceptable and even supported by the community in some way.

I don't care either way really but I just thought it was an interesting observation, and think maybe there is something I don't understand.

just my random thought of the day .. now back to figuring out why my one year installed coolant flange is already leaking.

[waiapasi2006]

I get weird errors (in Russian) during the install but then it eventually works but when it’s all installed and updated it give weird errors and doesn’t show half the info and pictures.

I’ve been meaning to try downloading it a third time but it’s sort of a pain so I haven’t. I run it in a Windows XP VM on my Mac so while it’s fine with ETKA I’m assuming the ELSA cracks are being weird.

Same for ETKA here.

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[Charles.waite]

Well VCDS is made by a small company for consumers (as well as small shops) as an alternative to the expensive at tools. People who pirate those instead of buying are sorta taking money out of Ross-Tech’s pockets.

ETKA and ELSA are both commercial oriented software that is crazy expensive and isn’t meant to be purchased by consumers. So you’re not taking money away from people who develop it if you’re just using it for home repair use. Also, and this isnt super valid but since it’s in my realm of expertise, ELSA and ETKA are both piles of junk, design wise. They look like they were designed by coders in the Windows 95 era and then never touched again. VCDS is better, by it still needs some work. I don’t get how VAG can charge so freaking much for a parts catalog and a repair procedure database and let its usability languish so so so badly. At least VCDS is cheap and it’s still much more user friendly.

That’s at least my justification.

[waiapasi2006]

Well VCDS is made by a small company for consumers (as well as small shops) as an alternative to the expensive at tools. People who pirate those instead of buying are sorta taking money out of Ross-Tech’s pockets.

ETKA and ELSA are both commercial oriented software that is crazy expensive and isn’t meant to be purchased by consumers. So you’re not taking money away from people who develop it if you’re just using it for home repair use. Also, and this isnt super valid but since it’s in my realm of expertise, ELSA and ETKA are both piles of junk, design wise. They look like they were designed by coders in the Windows 95 era and then never touched again. VCDS is better, by it still needs some work. I don’t get how VAG can charge so freaking much for a parts catalog and a repair procedure database and let its usability languish so so so badly. At least VCDS is cheap and it’s still much more user friendly.

That’s at least my justification.

YOu've said it Charles.

[BenMTL]

Has anyone been able to get past ETKA 7.5 working locally? 64 bit windows, most curiously.

Mine is 7.0 and doesn't include info for cars 2012+ [=(]

[Okedokey]

Trying to figure out where the trunk wiring harness in an Avant feeds into the body. I can follow it through the rubber boot and into the body at the hinge, but from there is is behind a piece of metal and I cannot see where it goes. I need to determine if it runs above the headliner or drops down behind the D-pillar. I want find where it plugs in, in order to unplug it for testing but am loathsome to have to remove the headliner in order to do it.



Ah, thanks.

You're going to have to give me much better info than that if you want an accurate wiring diagram. year, engine, gearbox etc

Assuming not a massive difference, the 2006 Avant has a wiring diagram for what you seek. The wiring goes up the left A pillar from the 'onboard supply contro (J519)' (under dash) via a coupling station (T17/x). See below:

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4535/38234078752_7170ffdd6c_b.jpg

[waiapasi2006]

Has anyone been able to get past ETKA 7.5 working locally? 64 bit windows, most curiously.

Mine is 7.0 and doesn't include info for cars 2012+ [=(]

From my experience, it runs with regular installation on a 32-BIT, but for 64, you will need a VM.
7.0, that is really outdated.
I have mine running so far.

[Okedokey]

I would just run it in a VM on a separate partition anyway. Sounds like a good solution, what issues are you guys having with VM? Use Oracle VM as this is better than windows crap.