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Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)

Use this function to observe various instrument cluster inputs.

The measuring value block is divided into 4 display groups, each containing 4 display fields.

- Connect VAG 1551, select operating mode 1 "Rapid data transfer", switch on ignition and enter address word 17 "instrument cluster".
- Press -Q- button to confirm input.
- Press -> button until "Select function" is displayed.

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



- Press buttons -0- and -8- to select "Read Measuring Value Block" function 08.

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer Q
08 - Read Measuring Value Block



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display:


Read Measuring Value Block HELP
Enter display group number XXX



- Using the Scan Tool (ST) button pad, enter the required display group number (following example shows display group 001).
- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display: (1...4 = Display fields)


Read Measuring Value Block 1 ->
1 2 3 4








- Displayed after pressing C button.

Indicated on display:


Read Measuring Value Block HELP
Enter display group number XXX



- Enter alternate display group number as needed.


NOTE:
- Display fields always show actual values transmitted from senders and sensors. However, instrument cluster display values can differ from those in the display fields due to internal filtering.
- Other display groups are possible, but are not required for On Board Diagnostic program!