Erase DTC Memory (function 05): Requirements

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DTC memory checked. See CHECK DTC MEMORY (FUNCTION 02) .
All malfunctions repaired.

After successful DTC memory check:

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Fig 1: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Erasing DTC Memory (1 Of 6)

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Press buttons -0- and -5-. This selects "Erase DTC memory", function 05.

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Fig 2: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Erasing DTC Memory (2 Of 6)

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Press -Q- button to confirm input.

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Fig 3: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Erasing DTC Memory (3 Of 6)

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DTC memory is erased.

Press --> button.

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Fig 4: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Erasing DTC Memory (4 Of 6)

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NOTE:

Test sequence is faulty if this message is displayed.

Fig 5: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Erasing DTC Memory (5 Of 6)
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Test sequence is faulty if this message is displayed.

Fig 6: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Erasing DTC Memory (6 Of 6)
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Follow test sequence exactly: first check DTC memory, repair malfunction(s) if necessary, then erase.