Check Diagnostic Trouble Code Memory

DISPLAYING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE MEMORY USING ADDRESS WORD 01
Address Word 01 functions are only accessable with the VAG 1551 Scan Tool or the VAG 1552 Scan Tool. Diagnosis with a Generic Scan Tool is possible using the diagnostic modes of Address Word 33. The VAG 1551 and 1552 Scan Tools can also access Address Word 33 diagnostic modes. Additional functions of Address Word 01 are covered in: Diagnosis With Scan Tool, Address Word 01.

TEST REQUIREMENTS

Electronic Box With Circuit Breakers:

- Fuse 17 and engine electronics circuit breakers 1, 2, 3 and 4 (holder colors black, brown, red and yellow) in the electronic box in passenger floor OK.
- Fuel pump relay OK.

PROCEDURE
- Ensure Test Requirements are met.

Data Link Connector Cover:

- Remove Data Link Connector (DLC) cover located in front tray of center console.

Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool:

- Connect Scan Tool VAG Scan Tool using adaptor cable VAG 1551/3 to Data Link Connector (DLC). Refer to Diagnosis with Address Word 01 for proper connection and operation of the VAG Scan Tool. Diagnosis with Address Word 01

- Advance through Scan Tool program until display appears as shown:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX

Note: Press the HELP button for additional operating instructions.

- Input the function number 02, for DTC memory.
- Press "Arrow" button to input the selection.
- Press "Q" button to confirm the function selected.
- Display will appear as shown:

X DTC recognized
OR
No DTC recognized

- Indicating the number of stored malfunctions or "No DTC recognized" will be displayed.

NOTES:
^ If the printer on the VAG 1551 is turned ON the DTC's will be displayed and printed out one after the other.
^ If the printer is OFF or the VAG 1552 is being used, press the "Arrow" button the display the next DTC.

- Repair any malfunctions as necessary using the DTC Charts. Testing and Inspection