Scan Tool VAG 1551, Connecting

Scan Tool VAG 1551, Connecting and Selecting Functions


NOTE: All functions which could previously be performed with VAG 1551 can also be performed with the new tester VAS 5051.


Work sequence







- With ignition switched off, connect scan tool VAG 1551 using diagnosis cable VAG 1551/3.

Location: The Data Link Connector (DLC) is located under driver's knee bar to left of steering wheel.

- Connecting VAS 5051. Scan Tool VAS 5051, Connecting

Indicated on display 1)


VAG - ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC HELP
1 - Rapid data transfer
2 - Blink code output

1)Operating modes 1 and 2 are displayed alternately


NOTE:
- Additional operating instructions can be retrieved by pressing the HELP key of VAG 1551.
- The -> key is used for advancing within the program sequence.
- An automatic check (keys 00) can be carried out in the operating mode 1 "Rapid data transfer". Then all vehicle control modules will be checked automatically.

- Switch on ignition.
- Depress brake pedal once.
- Switch on printer with the Print key (indicator lamp in key lights up).
- Press key 1 for "Rapid data transfer" mode.

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX


- Press keys 0 and 2. (Enter the address word "transmission electronics" with 02.)

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer Q
02 Transmission electronics

- Confirm entry with key Q.

Appears on display:


8D0927156S AG5 01V1.815VTRofWD63 ->
Coding 00003 WSC 00000

The control module identification, the coding and the dealership number of the VAG 1551 are displayed:

Control module identification
Depending upon build level (program level) the control module can indicate a different control module identification, to that shown in the example.
- 8D0927156: Part number
- AG5 01V: 5-speed automatic transmission 01V
- 1.815VT: Engine version (1.8 ltr. 5 valve Turbo)
- RofW: Rest of the World (country allocation)
- D63: EPROM (program level)
- Coding 00000: is not required at present.
- WSC 00000: VAG 1551 dealership number with which the last coding was performed.

Indicated on display:


Control module does not answer! HELP

- By pressing the HELP key, a list of possible fault causes is printed out.
- After eliminating the possible causes of faults, again enter the address word 02 for "transmission electronics" and confirm.

If "Control module does not answer!" again appears:

Indicated on display:


Control module does not answer! HELP

Check control module voltage supply.
- Perform test steps 1 and 8. Pinout Values and Diagnostic Parameters
- Check wiring connections to diagnostic sockets
- DTC table,under fault code 65535 control module faulty! Transmission Control Systems
- Press -> key.

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX


- After the HELP key is pressed, a list of the possible functions is printed out.