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Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST) and Selecting Functions





Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST) and selecting functions (checking module version)

On Board Diagnostic (OBD), initiating

NOTE:
The following description refers only to the VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST).

NOTE:
Connect Scan Tool (ST).
- Switch on ignition.

Indicated on display:


VAG - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) HELP
1 - Rapid data transfer
2 - Blink code output*



- Two operating modes are displayed alternately
- Press button -1- to select "Rapid data transfer" operating mode 1.

indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX



- Press button -5- twice (2x). "55" is the address word for "automatic vertical headlight aim control system".

indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer Q
55 autom vert headlight aim cntrl sys.



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer Q
Scan tool sends address word 55