Erase DTC Memory

1999 Volkswagen Cabrio (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Erase DTC Memory


Erase DTC Memory

Requirements
- Malfunction was repaired
- DTC memory was checked again
- Function test was performed

- Fault read out device V.A.G 1551, connecting.
- Initiate On Board Diagnostic (OBD). On Board Diagnostic (OBD) For Radio-Frequency Remote Control For Central Locking, Initiating
- Switch printer on via Print -button (indicator lamp in button illuminates).

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX

- Press buttons - 0 - and - 5 - to select "Erase DTC Memory", function 05.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer Q
05 - Erase DTC Memory

- Press Q button to confirm input.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer ->
DTC Memory is erased.

- Press --> -button.

Indicated on display:

Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX

NOTE:
- Test sequence is faulty if this message is displayed.

WARNING: DTC memory was not checked

- Follow test sequence exactly: first check DTC memory, then erase it.
RENDER: 1.0x

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