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VAS5051 Tester, Connecting and Selecting ABS Control Module


All functions previously performed with the VAG1551 can also be performed using the VAS5051 tester in operating mode "Vehicle Self-Diagnosis":
Refer to Operating instructions for the VAS5051 vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system.

Special tools and equipment





^ VAS5051 tester
^ During On Board Diagnostic (OBD), the ABS function is switched off in the control module.
^ DTC memory can be erased after repair has been completed and DTC memory has been checked.
^ Connect VAS5051 tester to Data Link Connector (DLC) using VAS5051/1 or VAS5051/3 diagnostic cable with ignition switched off.
^ Display fields are listed from top to bottom in functions 04 - basic setting and 08 - read measuring value block.
^ If indications shown in work procedure are not obtained on display:
Refer to Operating instructions for the VAS5051 vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system.