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With Manufacturer's Scan Tool



Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory, Checking (Function 02)

NOTE: DTCs stored in memory along with corresponding malfunction descriptions can only be displayed by initiating the On Board Diagnostic program and checking DTC memory (function 02).

- Connect VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST), input address word 17, "Instrument cluster", and press -> button until "Select function XX" appears in display.
- Switch on printer with the Print button (indicator lamp in key lights up).

Indicated on display (select function):

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Select function XX

- Press buttons -0- and -2- to select function 02, check Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory.

Indicated on display:

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02 - Interrogate fault memory

- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

X faults recognized!

The number of stored malfunctions appears in the display.

The number of stored DTCs or "No DTC s recognized" appears in the display and are printed out one after another.

- When the last DTC has been displayed and printed out, rectify malfunctions as described in DTC table. VAG Codes

No fault recognized! ->

If "No DTC recognized" is displayed the program will return to the initial point after pressing -> button.

Indicated on display (select function):

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Select function XX

If display not indicated as shown

- End output (function 06). End Output (Function 06)
- Switch off ignition and disconnect Data Link Connector (DLC).