Use the utility VAGCOM_HWType.exe to see if your cable's bootloader is still accessible. Vcds 22.3.1 Hex V2 Clone Repair
: VCDS cannot communicate with the cable during the "Test" phase in options. vcds 2231 hex v2 clone repair
: These repair methods generally only work for interfaces using the ATmega162 chip . Use the utility VAGCOM_HWType