With Manufacturer's Scan Tool
Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Aging (HO2S Before TWC), Checking
Special tools and equipment
- VAG1788/10 RPM adjuster
- VAS5051 with VAG5051/1
Test requirements:
- Coolant temperature at least 80 degree C.
Test sequence
- Connect vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 and select vehicle system "01 -Engine electronics" in selection. Engine must be run at idle. Connecting VAS 5051/VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST)
Display on VAS 5051:
- Under -1- select diagnostic function "04 - Basic setting".
Display on VAS 5051:
1 Enter display group, max entered value = 255
- Enter "034" for "display group number 034" in field -2- and confirm entry by pressing -Q- button.
- Set engine speed with V.A.G. 1788/10 RPM adjuster to 1800-2200/rpm.
Display on VAS 5051:
- Check specified value in display field -4-.
NOTE: This process can take several minutes.
Display Group 034:
Continued
If specified value in display field 3 and 4 is not obtained:
- Road test vehicle in order to free oxygen sensor of possible residue and repeat test.
If specified value in display field 3 and 4 is not obtained, even after road test:
- Replace Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) -G39-.