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With Manufacturer's Scan Tool



Readiness Code, Checking

Special tools and equipment
- V.A.G1551 Scan Tool (or VAG1552 mobile scan tool) with VAG1551/3 cable

Procedure

- Connect V.A.G 1551 scan tool (VAG1552). Switch ignition on and select Engine Control Module (ECM) using address word 01. (Connecting scan tool and selecting ECM) [1][2][3]Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool

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 Output" function 06. Press -Q- button to confirm input.
- Switch ignition off.

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