Readiness Code Reading

Readiness code, displaying

Special tools, test equipment and auxiliary items
- VAG 1551 scan tool (or vehicle system tester VAG 1552) with cable VAG 1551/3B

Work sequence
- Connect scan tools VAG 1551 or 1552.
Then switch ignition on and select engine control module with "Address word" 01.

Connecting scan tool and selecting engine control module. [1][2][3]Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX


- Press buttons 1 and 5 for "Readiness Code" function and confirm entry with Q button.

Must appear on display when all diagnostic functions have been successfully completed:

Indicated on display


Readiness code ->
00000000 - Test complete


- Press -> button.
- Press buttons 0 and 6 for function "End output" and confirm entry with Q button.
- Switch ignition off.

Indicated on display


Readiness code ->
00101101 - Test not complete


One of the diagnostic checks has not run through successfully:
- Press -> button.
- Generate readiness code.

Significance of 8 digit number block for readiness code