Information Bus: Testing and Inspection

2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWM)SECTION Testing and Inspection
On Board Diagnostics (OBD), From 12.01

General Information

OBD program text/data generated by control modules installed on vehicles from 12.01 production may not be recognized by VAG 1551/1552 Scan Tools (ST) with the latest program card. For example: scan tool display shows "text 799", "01529/references" or similar.

Only the VAS 5051/5052 Vehicle Diagnostic Testing and Information System is capable of processing all display text/data on these vehicles.

OBD program functions on vehicles from 12.01 production must be performed using the VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnostic Testing and Information System in mode "Guided Fault Finding".
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.