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On Board Diagnostic (OBD), Initiating Program




Airbag System

For VAS 5051 information, see VAS 5051 Tester.

- Connect VAG 1551 scan tool.Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks
- Initiate On Board Diagnostic (OBD).
- Switch ignition on.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Insert address word XX


NOTE:
With the address word 00 the automatic test sequence is carried out, i.e. the DTC memories of all systems in the vehicles capable of On Board Diagnostic are checked via the rapid data transfer.


- Press buttons -1- and -5- to insert "Airbag" address word 15.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer Q
15 - Airbag



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX


NOTE:

- If one of the malfunction types appear in the display, the possible causes of the malfunction can be printed out by pressing the "HELP" button.


Rapid data transfer HELP
Control module does not answer



- The ignition must be switched on.


Rapid data transfer HELP
K wire not switching to B+



- Malfunctions have occurred at the start of or during the program (external interference?).


Rapid data transfer ->
No signal from control module



- Check wiring connections for Data Link Connector (DLC), as well as voltage supply and Ground (GND) connections.


Rapid data transfer ->
Error in communication link



- After repairing possible causes of malfunction, once again press buttons -1- and -5- to insert "Airbag" address word 15.
- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated in display


Rapid data transfer
Scan Tool sends address word 15



Indicated on display


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- Press -> button.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX