Access Automakers Security Gateways

Volkswagen Audi SFD

Automakers started integrating security gateway modules (SGM/SGW) into their new vehicles, starting with 2017/2018 model vehicles. The systems act as firewalls, preventing unauthorized access to critical vehicle systems and preventing aftermarket scan tools from performing many diagnostic and service functions, including maintenance resets, active tests, and other bi-directional controls, module programming and coding, special functions, Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) calibrations, and even clearing codes.

Automakers with security gateways installed include Stellantis (Dodge, Chrysler, Ram, Alfa Romeo, FIAT, and Maserati), Nissan, VW/Audi, and Mercedes-Benz. All North American Autel tablets with active subscriptions support security gateway access.

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Volkswagen Audi SFD

Access Volkswagen and Audi Security Gateway Access on Your Autel Tablet

Autel is proud to be one of North America’s first aftermarket diagnostic tool makers to offer access to the security gateway module on Volkswagen and Audi vehicles. Starting with 2018 models, the Volkswagen/Audi Group integrated its version of the security gateway, Schutz Fahrzeug Diagnose (SFD), translated as Vehicle Diagnostic Protection on its vehicles.

Volkswagen

Models 2018 & Newer

Including ID.4 (2021 & Newer), Atlas (2024 & Newer),
Golf GTI, and Golf R (2022 & Newer)

Audi

Models 2018 & Newer

Including A3 (2020 & Newer), Q4 E-Tron (2021 & Newer),
and Q5 E-Tron (2022 & Newer)

Unrestricted Access to Vehicle
Diagnostics, Testing, and Services

Autel negotiated with the Volkswagen/Audi Group to enable our tablets to access the gateway and perform formerly restricted actions, including bi-directional controls, ADAS calibrations, parameter adjustments, and sensor relearns.

Autel users can purchase 24-hour access to one vehicle for $15 or a full year of access and unlimited VINs for $120 directly from a tablet. Credit cards and PayPal are available payment methods.

Volkswagen Audi SFD

How to access the security gateway on SFD-equipped Volkswagen or Audi vehicles on your tablet

Purchase Access: one-VIN 24 hour or one-year with unlimited VINs access for $120

 

Link Autel Tablet To Your Registered Email Address via Google Authenticator

Link to email address

STEP 1: Link Your Tablet to Your Email Address: Two-Factor Authentication using Google Authenticator

STEP 2: Tap LINK

Accessible from cellphone

STEP 3: Ensure the email address displayed is accessible from your cell phone. Tap SEND

OR: Tap Change Email to Access User Profile and Enter Your Email Address

Access Email on Your Cell Phone

2-factor authentication

STEP 4:
Copy 16-digit key in email message

STEP 5:
Download Google Authenticator App

Add Account

STEP 6:

  • Add Account
  • Name Account
  • Input 16-digital key
  • Select Time Based
  • Tap Add
Get 6-digit code

STEP 7:
Get 6-digit code

Complete Setup on Tablet

Security Access Login

STEP 8: Tap Security Access Login

Authentication

STEP 9: Tap Authentication

Enter 6-Digit Code

STEP 10: Enter 6-digit Code from Google Authenticator

Authentication Successful

Authentication Successful

Purchase One-Time or One -Year Access

Purchase
Credit and Pay Pal Accepted

Credit Card and PayPal Accepted

Looking for Stellantis, Nissan, and Mercerdes-Benz?

To enable our users to realize the full potential of our tools’ diagnostic and servicing capabilities, Autel has implemented two gateway access strategies. For Stellantis, Nissan, and Mercedes-Benz vehicles, users must register their shop and Autel tablet with Auto Authentication Authority (AutoAuth).

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