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DTC Memory, Checking (Function 02)



DTC Memory, Checking (Function 02)

NOTE: The vehicle system tester V.A.G 1552 can be used instead of the scan tool V.A.G 1551, however a print-out is not possible.

- Connecting scan tool, initiating On Board Diagnosis (OBD).
Scan Tool, Connecting
On Board Diagnosis (OBD) For Rear Spoiler, Initiating

- Switch on printer with the Print button (indicator lamp in button lights up).

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX

- Press buttons -0- and -2-. (Function "Interrogate fault memory" is selected with 02).

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer Q
02 - Interrogate fault memory

- Press Print button.
- Confirm entry with -Q- button.

The number of stored DTCs appears in the display.

X faults recognized

The stored DTCs will be displayed and printed out one after the other.

NOTE:
If a malfunction is recognized:
1. Repair malfunction
2. Erase DTC memory (function 05)
3. Interrogate DTC memory again (function 02).

- The malfunctions printed out can be repaired with aid of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table. VAG Codes
- The function "Read measured value block", and Display group overview are additional aids. Measuring Value Blocks

No fault detected ->

If "No fault recognized" is displayed the program will return to the initial position after pressing the -> button.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX

- Press buttons -0- and -6- to end the output.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer Q
06 End output

- Confirm entry with -Q- button.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX

- Switch off ignition.
- Disconnect connection to scan tool V.A.G 1551.