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Checking Bus Activity







Checking Bus Activity

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System (VAS 5051B)

Via this test, there is the possibility to trace whether to replace individual partial busses (powertrain, comfort and infotainment) during bus rest period (Sleep Mode).

Procedure

- Connect the (VAS 5051B).

- Select "Guided Fault Finding" in the (VAS 5051B).

- Use the GO TO button to select the "function/component selection" and the following menu options one after the other:

Body

Electrical Equipment

01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems

Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface

Functions of Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface

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