Erasing DTC Memory (Function 05)

1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION Erasing DTC Memory (Function 05)



NOTE: The VAG 1552 Mobile Scan Tool (ST) can be used instead of the VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST), however a print-out is not possible.


- Connect VAG 1551 scan tool. VAG 1551 Scan Tool Connecting
- Initiate On Board Diagnostic (OBD). Initiating On Board Diagnostic Program

Requirements
- Functional check completed
- All malfunctions repaired
- DTC memory checked again

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Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



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

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Rapid data transfer Q
05 - Erase DTC Memory



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

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Rapid data transfer ->
DTC Memory is erased!



- Press -> button.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



NOTE:
- This message indicates an error in the test sequence.


Attention! ->
DTC Memory was not interrogated



- Adhere exactly to the test sequence: first check DTC memory and then erase DTC memory


- Press buttons -0- and 6- to select "End Output" function 06.

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Rapid data transfer Q
06 - End Output



- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Insert address word XX



- Switch ignition off.
- Disconnect scan tool from Data Link Connector (DLC).

RENDER: 1.0x

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