Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 , connecting and selecting functions

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system. VAS 5051

Fig 1: Identifying Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing And Information System VAS 5051

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Diagnostic lead VAS 5051/1 or VAS 5051/3

CAUTION:

Testers and measuring instruments are always to be attached to rear seat during test drive.
These devices may be operated only by a passenger during a test drive.

Fig 2: Connecting Diagnostic Lead Connector VAS 5051/1 Or VAS 5051/3 At Data Link Connector (DLC)

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Connect diagnostic lead connector VAS 5051/1 or VAS 5051/3 at Data Link Connector (DLC) - arrow -.

Fig 3: Special Tool - VAS 5051 & On Switch

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Switch on tester - arrow -.

The tester is operational when it displays a picture of a car.

Switch on ignition.
Touch Guided Fault Finding button on display screen.
Select the following:

Make
Model
Model year
Version

Engine code letters

Confirm entered data.

Wait until tester has interrogated all the control modules in the vehicle.

Press Go to button and select "Function/component selection".
Select "Suspension" on display.
Select "Brake system" on display.
Select "01 - On Board Diagnostic Capable System".

Select "Anti-lock brake system" on display.
Select "Function" on display.

Now, all possible functions of Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) installed in vehicle are displayed.

Select desired function on display.