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DTC Memory, Checking



DTC Memory, Checking

Note:
^ All functions which could previously be performed with Scan Tool VAG1551 can now also be carried out with the Vehicle Diagnostic Testing and Information System VAS5051.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX

- Press keys 0 and 2 ; 02 enters the "Check DTC memory" function.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer Q
02 - Check DTC memory

- Confirm entry with key Q.

The number of stored DTCs or "No DTC recognized" appears in the display.

X DTCs recognized!

- Press arrow right key. The stored DTCs are displayed and printed out one after the other.
- With DTC information print-out, eliminate malfunction according to DTC table.As with "No DTC recognized", the program returns to the start position after pressing the arrow right key:

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX

- End output (Function 06).
- Switch off ignition and unplug diagnostic connector.

Work sequence if a DTC has been recognized:

1. Repair malfunction according to DTC table.
2. Check DTC memory (Function 02)
3. Erase DTC memory (Function 05)
4. End output (Function 06)
5. Perform a test drive
6. Check DTC memory again