Using Scan Tool (ST) - VAG 1551
VAG 1551 Scan Tool - ConnectingScan Tool V.A.G. 1551 And DLC Connectors:
Requirements
^ battery voltage OK
^ fuses 14 and 21 OK
^ ground connections on transmission and at left of relay panel OK
^ selector lever in "N" position
^ parking brake ON
1. Switch OFF ignition
2. Remove shift lever knob
3. Remove console cover
4. Connect diagnostic cable VAG 1551/1 for VAG 1551 Scan Tool:
^ black plug (voltage supply) on black data link connector (DLC) 1 in vehicle
^ white plug on white DLC 2
^ blue DLC not used
5. VAG 1551 displays will alternate as shown below:
VAG-Self Diagnostics HELP
1-Rapid data transfer
and
VAG-Self Diagnostics HELP
2-Blink code output
Note:
^ For additional operating Instructions push the HELP key
^ If no display appears, check the voltage supply to the Scan Tool.
^ The --> key advances the program to the next display.