Big-Al-996

hiya,
i have durametric software basic version 3 but it did not include cabriolet models. (i have 99 carrera tip)
so i downloaded version 5 (as 6 needs a different cable) but now not communicating with the car.
i removed old software first and got new drivers for wire but no luck.
any ideas?

also will the software open clam shell (rear deck) into service position as its not working on switch or key. i didnt want to use allen key as didnt wonna lose reference points.

thanks.

frisbee91

One idea...
My durametric version 5 is very choosy about which USB port I use on my laptop. It does not like the newer USBv3.0, but works fine with the older style USB ports on the same computer.

The software will not open the clamshell. If the dash switch and/or key are not working, you have a different issue.

alpine003

What is your OS by chance? I know the older drivers support the older OS systems but the newest drivers aren't compatible with older OS's, mainly the usb communication protocol portion. I had this issue for a BMW scanner before.

Big-Al-996

Hi guys. thanks.
I am using a laptop with visa. 32.
I have a feeling a catch is stuck but can't investigate.
Don't really wonna use the emergency key.
Right pain in the button.

Big-Al-996

Hi guys. thanks.
I am using a laptop with visa. 32.
I have a feeling a catch is stuck but can't investigate.
Don't really wonna use the emergency key.
Right pain in the butt

alpine003

IIRC, Win7 is the cutoff and the oldest OS you can use with the new drivers. If you have the new driver file names, list them here to verify.