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Check your Lexia 3 firmware version. You may need to use an interface firmware updater tool (like PSA Interface Checker) to flash your device to the correct firmware required by the 9.96 database.
Usually provided via a link or USB drive.
In VMware, go to and select Connect for the "PSA" or "USB" device. 💡 Usage Tips
This version provides the same diagnostic capabilities as a dealer-level technician, allowing for: diagbox 996 full top activated
Before installing Diagbox 9.96, you must have:
Diagbox 9.96 "Full Top Activated" is the definitive solution for those who want dealership power without dealership restrictions. It democratizes vehicle repair by providing the tools necessary to diagnose, code, and maintain modern PSA vehicles. While it requires a learning curve and the right hardware, it remains the gold standard for keeping the lion, the chevron, and the lightning bolt on the road.
While newer versions support the 2024 electric Peugeot e-208, they often drop support for older vehicles. Version 9.96 supports: Check your Lexia 3 firmware version
Available in 24 languages , making it accessible for global DIYers. 💻 Technical Requirements
DiagBox is the official diagnostic software suite for vehicles of the PSA Group (including Peugeot, Citroen, DS) and, in later versions, extends to new Opel models. Version 9.96 is a specific release that serves as an evolution of the older PP2000 and Lexia tools, integrating both legacy and modern vehicle protocols.
⚠️ Ensure your Lexia 3 diagnostic cable is a "Full Chip" revision C interface . Low-quality, budget clones frequently crash or outright refuse to read newer vehicle architectures like the Citroën C4 Picasso or Peugeot 308 II. Step-by-Step Installation and Activation In VMware, go to and select Connect for
Service and reset Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) counters, clear fluid faults, and force manual DPF regeneration cycles.
Download and install VMware Workstation Player (free version is sufficient). Step 2: Extract the Software Archive Download the archive package.