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Driver Seat Memory System, Address Word 36






General Information

The new seat adjustment with memory generation features On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capability. The control module for seat adjustment with memory is equipped with a DTC Memory.

Malfunctions occurring in monitored components/wiring are stored in DTC memory together with an indication of the type of malfunction.

If any control elements are replaced they must be adapted and a basic setting must be initiated => [ Seat Control Element, Basic Setting ].

On Board Diagnostic (OBD), initiating program

Test requirements:

Voltage supply and fuses for appropriate systems OK.

Connecting scan tool (VAS5051) => [ VAS 5051, Connecting ] VAS 5051, Connecting

Switch ignition on.

If no display appears, use wiring diagram to check power supply for (VAS5051)

Additional operating instructions can be called up by pressing the Scan Tool HELP button.

The next step in the program sequence can be selected by pressing the -> button.

Incorrect entries can be terminated by pressing the C button..

- Switch on printer by pressing Print button (indicator lamp in button lights up).

- Press button 1 for "Rapid data transfer".

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX

Driver Seat Memory System, Address Word 36

- Press buttons 3 and 6.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer Q
36 - Driver's seat adjustment

- Confirm entry with Q button.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Tester transmits address word 36

If "No control module response" appears on the display: Close door, then open again and keep open. Re-start On Board Diagnostic (OBD).

Rapid data transfer HELP
No control module response

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- Display appears after approximately 5 seconds:

- Press the -> button.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX

Pressing the HELP button will print out a list of possible functions:

OBD Functions