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Using Scan Tool (ST) - VAG 1551

VAG 1551 Scan Tool - Connecting

DLC Location Passat:






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 console cover

3. Connect diagnostic cable VAG 1551/3 to VAG 1551 Scan Tool and to the 16 pin data link connector (DLC)

4. 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.