Readiness Code Reading

Readiness code, checking

Special tools and equipment
- VAG1551 Scan Tool (or VAG1552 mobile scan tool) with VAG 1551/3 cable

Work procedure
- Connect VAG 1551 scan tool (VAG1552). Then switch ignition on and select the Engine Control Module (ECM) using address word 01 (connecting scan tool and selecting ECM).

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX


- Press buttons -1- and -5- to select "Readiness code" function 15. Press -Q- button to confirm input.

After all diagnostics have been successfully completed, display must indicate:

Indicated on display


Readiness code
00000000 - Test complete


- Press -> button.
- Press buttons -0- and -6- to select "End data transfer" function 06. Press -Q- button to confirm input.

If indicated on display:


Readiness code
00101101 - Test not complete


One of the diagnostic tests was not completed successfully:
- Press -> button.
- Generate readiness code.

Explanation of 8-digit readiness code