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Function 08- Read Measuring Value Block






Function 08- Read Measuring Value Block

The measuring value block is divided into 4 display groups. The assignment of the individual display fields can be taken from the display group overview => [ Read Measuring Value Block Display Groups, Interpreting ] Read Measuring Value Block Display Groups, Interpreting.

Use this function to observe various instrument cluster inputs.

- Connect scan tool (VAG 1551) , select operating mode 1 "Rapid data transfer", switch on ignition and input address word 17 "Instrument cluster".

After control module identification and immobilizer identification number are displayed:

- Press -> button.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX

- Press buttons 0 and 8 to select function 08 "Read measuring value block".

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer Q
08 - Read Measuring Value Block

- Press Q button to confirm input.

Indicated on display:

Read Measuring Value Block Q
Enter display group number XXX

- Using the scan tool button pad, enter required display group number (following example shows display group 001). Press keys 0, 0 and 1 for " Display Group number 1" and press Q button to confirm input.

Indicated on display: (1...4 = Display zones)

Read Measuring Value Block 1 ->
1 2 3 4

Interpreting display groups and evaluating measured values in individual display fields=> tables beginning => [ Read Measuring Value Block Display Groups, Interpreting ] Read Measuring Value Block Display Groups, Interpreting.

With printer switched on, information on display is printed out.

To easily change between display groups, proceed as follows:





- Displayed after pressing C button.

Indicated on display:

Read Measuring Value Block Help
Enter display group number XXX

- Enter display group number as needed => tables beginning => [ Read Measuring Value Block Display Groups, Interpreting ] Read Measuring Value Block Display Groups, Interpreting.

Display fields always show actual values transmitted from senders and sensors. However, instrument cluster display values can differ from those in the display fields due to internal filtering.

Other display groups are possible, but are not required for On Board Diagnostic program!

Read Measuring Value Block Display Groups, Interpreting => [ Read Measuring Value Block Display Groups, Interpreting ] Read Measuring Value Block Display Groups, Interpreting.