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On Board Diagnostic (OBD), Initiating



On Board Diagnostic (OBD), initiating
All functions which could previously be performed with V.A.G 1551 can also be performed with the new tester VAS 5051.

Special tools and equipment





^ V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool (ST) or V.A.G 1552 mobile scan tool





^ V.A.G 1551/3 or V.A.G 1551/3A adapter cable

Requirements
^ The tires installed on the wheels must all be the same (approved) size, and inflated to the prescribed pressure.
^ Conventional brake system, including brake light switch and brake lights, OK
^ Hydraulic lines and connections not leaking (visual check of ABS hydraulic unit, brake calipers, tandem master brake cylinder).
^ Wheel bearings and wheel bearing play OK.
^ ABS control module is correctly bolted to ABS hydraulic unit.
^ Harness connector on ABS Control Module (w/EDL) -J104- seated correctly (retainer is engaged).
^ Terminals of ABS components checked for damage and correct seating.
^ All fuses OK and check to wiring diagram (remove fuse from fuse holder to check).

Note: Also, check fuses and fuse connections for corrosion.

^ Supply voltage at least 10.0 volts.