Vehicle Diagnostic Tester, CONNECTING

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WARNING:

Warning information for the high voltage system:

Procedures for which the ignition needs to be switched on. Refer to PROCEDURES FOR WHICH THE IGNITION NEEDS TO BE SWITCHED ON .

WARNING:

During a road test, always secure testing and measuring equipment on the back seat.
Drivers must NEVER operate these tools while driving.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System VAS 5052A

Fig 1: VAS 5052 Vehicle Diagnostic And Service Information System
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Or: Laptop, Vehicle Diagnosis (Remote Control) VAS 6150 A
Diag.Cable For VAS5052 (2 meter) VAS 5052/3 A

Fig 2: Diagnostic Cable For VAS 5052 (2 Meter) VAS 5052/3 A
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Remote Diagnosis Head VAS 5054A
Diagnosis Interface VAS 5055
USB Bluetooth Adapter VAS 5054/2

NOTE:

Make sure the selected Vehicle Diagnostic Tester is only used with the accompanying diagnostic cable.

Perform the following procedure:

Fig 3: Locating Diagnostic Cable Connector DLC

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-- Connect the diagnostic cable connector to the diagnostic connection.

-- Switch on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

-- Switch on the ignition.

-- Follow the touch screen menu to start the function you want.