Connecting VAS 5051 Scan Tool

Scan Tool, connecting

All functions which could previously be performed with V.A.G 1551/1552 can also be performed with the new tester VAS 5051 in the operating mode vehicle On Board Diagnostic.

Special tools and equipment





- VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System
- Diagnosis cable VAS 5051/1 or VAS 5051/3

Test conditions:





- All fuses must be OK.
- The battery voltage must be at least 11.5 V.
- Ground connection between engine and body must be OK.
- All electrical consumers, e.g. lights and rear window heating must be switched off.
- If the vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner, this must be switched off.
- Selector lever must be in position "P" on vehicles with an automatic transmission.

Connecting VAS 5051





- Connect connector from diagnosis cable VAS 5051/1 or VAS 5051/3 to diagnosis connection.

After the scan tool has been connected:

- Depending upon desired function:
Switch ignition on or
Start engine. Selectable Functions When Using VAG1551/1552 or VAS5051

Selecting operating mode:
- Press button on display for "Vehicle On Board Diagnostic".

Selecting vehicle system:
- Press button "01 - Engine electronics" on display.

The control module identification is indicated on the display.

NOTE: Replace control module if the control module version displayed does not correspond to the vehicle.

Selecting diagnosis function:
All diagnostic functions available are indicated on the display.
- Press button on display for desired function.

NOTE:
- The display zones in functions 04 - Basic setting or 08 - Read measuring value block are shown from top to bottom.
- The following test sequences are for VAG 1551 scan tool.