FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Data Exchange, Motronic / ABS (CAN - Bus), Checking









- Check DTC memory of ABS control module (w/EDL).

If there is a DTC related to the CAN - bus/data - bus power train stored:
- Connect VAG 1598/31 test box at wiring harness to ECM, do not connect ECM.
- Check the following wire connections for open circuit and short circuit to Ground and B+:

Test box VAG 1598/31 socket ABS control module(w/EDL) -J104- or Data bus capable system terminals
58 -
60 -
77 -
79 -

- Repair open circuit or short circuit if necessary.

If wire connection is OK:
- Replace ABS control module or Engine Control Module (ECM) as a test.