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Readiness Code Reading




Readiness Code, Checking (m.y. 1998 >)


NOTE: Check the readiness code for m.y. > 1997.


- Connect VAG1551 or VAG1552 Scan Tool (ST) and press buttons -0- and -1- to insert "Engine Electronics" address word 01 (with ignition switched on). [1][2]Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks

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Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



- Press buttons -0- and -8- to select "Read Measuring Value Block" function 08.

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Rapid data transfer Q
08 - Read Measuring Valve Block



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

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Read Measuring Valve Block
Input display group number XXX



- Press buttons -0-, -3- and -6- to input display group number 36 (036).

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Read Measuring Value Block Q
Input display group number 036



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.
Specified value in display field 1: all digits should be "0", (if readiness code is set).

If the readiness code is not set:
- Generate readiness code. Readiness Code, Generating