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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999CABRIO (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLANTILOCK BRAKES / TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESSCAN TOOL TESTING (FUNCTIONS)FUNCTION 05-ERASE DTC MEMORY
1999 Volkswagen Cabrio (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Function 05-Erase DTC Memory
1999 Volkswagen Cabrio (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Function 05-Erase DTC Memory
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory, Erasing and Ending Output
Requirements
- DTC memory has been checked
NOTE: For scan tool connection instructions refer to Connecting and Selecting Function under Scan Tool Operation.
- Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
1. Press buttons -0- and -5- to select the "Erase DTC Memory" function 05.
- Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer Q
05-Erase DTC Memory
2. Press -Q- button to confirm input.
IF THE FOLLOWING IS:
- Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer
DTC memory is erased
THEN:
3. Press right ARROW button and proceed to End Output. Function 06-End Output
OR, IF THE FOLLOWING IS:
- Indicated on display:
Attention!
DTC Memory is not interrogated
- The OBD test sequence is faulty, DTC's were not completely read.
- Re-check for stored DTC's. Function 02-Check DTC Memory
- Follow the program sequence exactly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.