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VAG 1551 Scan Tool Connecting



Requirements
- All fuses OK according to wiring diagram
- Battery voltage at least 9 volts





- Connect VAG 1551 scan tool with cable VAG 1551/3

Indicated on display:

VAG 1551 -GB/7.0- 1.01.1997

- The actual software version installed will be shown briefly in the display.

NOTE:
- If the display remains blank, check VAG 1551 voltage supply according to wiring diagram. See Electrical Wiring Diagrams.
- Additional operating information can be obtained by pressing the HELP button of the VAG 1551 scan tool.
- The -> button is used to advance through the program sequence.
- The PRINT button is used for switching on the printer (warning lamp in button lights up).

and then the following appears in the display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX

NOTE: After inserting "Automatic test sequence" address word 00 and pressing the -Q- button, an automatic test sequence is carried out (checks DTC memory for all systems with rapid data transfer capability).
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