Diagnostic Mode 2: Obtain Operating Conditions

2000 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWD)SECTION Diagnostic Mode 2: Obtain Operating Conditions


Diagnostic Mode 02: Obtain operating conditions

Diagnostic Mode 02 is used to monitor the operating conditions under which the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) J220 has detected and stored an emissions related DTC.

Depending on scan tool and protocol used, the information displayed in diagnostic mode 02 may be referred to by different names such as Test-ID (TID), Hex-ID, Component-ID (CID), On-Board Diagnostic Monitor Identifier (OBDMID), or contain no name at all and be referenced by only a number.

Procedure
- Connect the scan tool.
- Start the engine and run at idle.

Note:
- If the engine does not start, crank the engine using starter for at least 5 seconds, do not switch the ignition off afterward under any circumstances.

- Select "Diagnostic Mode 2: Obtain operating conditions.".
- From the following table, select the desired the "PID" , e.g. "PID 05-Coolant temperature" that is to be monitored.

The current values of the component or system that is being monitored will be displayed on the scan tool screen.






- Switch the ignition off.
- End of diagnosis.
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