Erase DTC Memory (Function 05)

2000 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-1.8L Turbo (APH)SECTION Erase 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). On Board Diagnostic, Initiating Program

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

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

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05 - Erase DTC Memory


- Press -Q- button to confirm input.

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DTC Memory is erased.


- Press -> button.

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NOTES:
- 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 if necessary, repair malfunctions, then erase DTC memory.

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