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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Table


NOTE:
- The following table lists all malfunctions, with the corresponding 5 digit Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) that can be recognized by the Climatronic control module -J255- and printed out by the VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST).
- Malfunctions occurring intermittently are displayed as sporadic malfunctions ("SF").
- DTC codes appear only on the print-out.
- The DTC table may also include a description of the type of malfunction.
- After you made the necessary repairs, always erase the DTC memory and check the DTC memory again with the VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST).
- If there is a specific complaint and no malfunctions are recognized after checking the DTC memory, perform function 03 Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) (Function 03) or function 08 Read measuring value block 08, Reading. If the display flashes but no DTCs were recognized, perform function 07 Code control module and then function 04 Basic setting. If necessary, troubleshoot specific complaints using conventional methods without OBD See Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component Locations binder.