Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Code Memory

CLEARING 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 access Address Word 33 modes in "generic" mode.

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.
- The Diagnostic Trouble Code memory MUST be read before it can be erased. Refer to Displaying & Reading Trouble Codes for procedure.

PROCEDURE
- Ensure Test Requirements are met.
- After DTC memory has been checked leave ignition ON
- Press the "arrow" button.
- Display will appear as shown:

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- Select function code.
Erase DTC Memory 05
- Display will appear as shown:

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05 - Erase DTC Memory

- Press Q button to enter input.
- If memory is successfully erased the display will appear as shown:

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DTC Memory is Erased

- If Display appears as shown:

Caution DTC Memory was not checked
- The DTC Memory was not completely checked or the ignition was shut OFF before erasing the memory.
- Press the "arrow" button.

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Select function XX