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Erase DTC Memory

Requirements

- Malfunction was repaired
- DTC memory was checked again
- Function test was performed

- Connect Scan Tool (ST), Initiate On Board Diagnostic (OBD).

Refer to "Scan Tool(ST), Connecting." Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks

- Switch printer on via the print-button (indicator lamp in button lights up).

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



- Press buttons -0- and -5- to select "Erase DTC Memory", function 05.

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer Q
05 - Erase DTC Memory



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer
DTC Memory is erased!



- Press -> button.

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX


NOTE:


WARNING!
DTC memory was not checked



- Test sequence is faulty if this message is displayed.
- Follow test sequence exactly: first check DTC memory, then erase it.


End Output

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

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer Q
6 End Output



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX



- Switch off ignition.
- Disconnect harness connectors for the V.A.G 1551 scan tool.