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Readiness Code Reading



Readiness code, reading

Test sequence
- Connect vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 or V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool and select engine electronics control unit with "Address word" 01. For this purpose, the ignition must be switched on.
Connecting VAS 5051 Scan Tool
[1][2]Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



- Press keys 0 and 8 for function "Read measured value block" and confirm entry with Q key.

Indicated on display


Reading measured value block Q
Enter display group number XXX



- Press keys 0,8 and 6 for "display group number 86" and confirm entry by pressing Q key.

Display readout:


Read measured value block 86 ->
1 2 3 4



- Check readiness code in display zone 1

- Specified value: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0


Display Group 086:






Meaning of Readiness Code

Meaning Of Readiness Code (Part 1):




Meaning Of Readiness Code (Part 2):




Meaning Of Readiness Code (Part 3):




Meaning Of Readiness Code (Part 4):






If the specified value in display zone 1: "0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0" is achieved:
- Press ->key.
Display function selection):

Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX

- For control check DTC memory (No DTC must be stored).

If specified value is not attained:
- Generate readiness code.
Readiness Code, Generating