Test requirements

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Check fuses according to wiring diagram
Always check coding of instrument cluster according to code table. See CODING TABLE: .
Connect VAS 5051 tester or VAG 1551 scan tool. See VAS 5051 TESTER OR VAG 1551 SCAN TOOL, CONNECTING AND SELECTING FUNCTIONS .
Switch on ignition

NOTE:

If nothing is indicated on display, check voltage supply for VAG 1551 scan tool according to wiring diagram.
Additional instructions can be called up via the HELP button on the scan tool.
The --> button is used for advancing through the program sequence.
An incorrect entry can be canceled using the -C- button.
Function 00 "Automatic test sequence" can be performed in operating mode 1 "Rapid data transfer." This automatically checks all control modules installed in the vehicle.

Switch on ignition
Switch printer on via the PRINT button (indicator lamp in button lights up).
Press button -1- to select "Rapid data transfer" operating mode 1.

Indicated on display

Fig 1: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Initiating On Board Diagnostic Of Instrument Cluster (1 Of 6)

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Address word: 17

Press buttons -1- and -7-.

Indicated on display:

Fig 2: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Initiating On Board Diagnostic Of Instrument Cluster (2 Of 6)

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Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display (example only): after approx. 5 seconds:

Fig 3: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Initiating On Board Diagnostic Of Instrument Cluster (3 Of 6)

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4D0919035AD: Part number of instrument cluster
D2-INSTRUMENT CLUSTER: component marking
VDO: Manufacturer's code
D19: Software version of instrument cluster
Coding 02283: Coding of instrument cluster
WSC 06812: dealership number

NOTE: Check coding according to code table. See Coding table: .

Press --> button.

Indicated on display (example only):

Fig 4: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Initiating On Board Diagnostic Of Instrument Cluster (4 Of 6)

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WAUZZZ4DZYN000126: 17 digit VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
AUZ7Z0W0801181: 14 digit identification number of control module for anti-theft immobilizer

Press --> button.

If one of these messages is displayed, perform trouble shooting according to troubleshooting diagnostic.

Fig 5: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Initiating On Board Diagnostic Of Instrument Cluster (5 Of 6)

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Indicated on display

Fig 6: V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Display - Initiating On Board Diagnostic Of Instrument Cluster (6 Of 6)

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Pressing the HELP button will print out an overview of all of the possible functions.