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Engine Control Module DTC Memory, Checking and Erasing






Engine Control Module DTC Memory, Checking and Erasing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system (VAS 5051 B), vehicle diagnosis and service system (VAS 5052) or (VAS 5053)

Connect the (VAS 5051) or the (VAS 5052) as follows:





- Connect the diagnostic cable - 2 - electrical connector to the Data Link Connector (DLC) in the driver's footwell.

- Start the engine and run at idle speed.

Only if engine does not start:

- Switch the on ignition.

Selecting Operating Mode

- Press the button on the display for "Vehicle On Board Diagnostic (OBD)".

Selecting Vehicle system

- Press the button "01 - Engine electronics" on the display.

The control module identification with coding - 2 - as well as Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the center area and identification of antitheft immobilizer appear on the display.





A printout is available. Press the "print" button if required.

Selecting Diagnosis Function

- Press the button "02 - Check DTC memory" on the display.

- If no malfunction is stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM), "0 DTC(s) detected" is displayed.

- If malfunctions are stored in the ECM, these are shown one below another on the display.

- Press the <- key.

- Press the button "05 - Erase DTC memory" on the display.

- Press the function "06 - End output".

If the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory was erased, generate a readiness code. Refer to "Guided Function".