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Output Diagnostic Test Mode (Function 03)




Output Diagnostic Test Mode (Function 03)

The components displayed in output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) can differ depending upon the equipment installed on the vehicle. For example, on vehicles without ATA there will be no "step 1" as listed in the table below.

Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) activates the following components in order shown:







Special tools and equipment

VAG 1551 or VAG 1552 scan tool with VAG 1551/3B cable

Procedure

- Connect VAG 1551 scan tool. Refer to "Selectable Functions When Using VAG 1551", under "Restraint Systems", Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks
- Initiate On Board Diagnostic (OBD). On Board Diagnostic (OBD), Initiating Program

Indicated on display


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- Operate scan tool taking into account the information on the display.
- Press buttons -0- and -3- to select "Output Diagnostic Test Mode" function 03.
- Switch ignition off and remove ignition key from ignition lock.

Indicated on display


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03 - Output Diagnostic Test Mode



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display


Output Diagnostic Test Mode ->


Perform individual tests.

Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) can be terminated by pressing the -C- button.

- Press -> button.

If a component does not function:

- Continue output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) to end.

Re-initiating output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) is only possible by ending the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) and turning the ignition off, then on again.