| Extension | Purpose | |-----------|---------| | .bin / .hex | Raw binary – used with tools like KESS, K-TAG, PCM Flash | | .frf | VAG-specific firmware for dealer tools (ODIS) | | .sgo | Flash container used by ODIS Engineering | | .vbf | Volkswagen Bootloader Format – for boot mode flashing |
Never flash a file from an unknown source. One corrupted byte can brick a €1,000 ECU. Use a verified file and always have a recovery method ready (boot mode programmer, spare ECU). vag flash file