Erase DTC memory
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
The vehicle V.A.G 1552 System tester can be used instead of the V.A.G 1551 scan tool, however a print-out is not possible.
- Connecting scan tool. Refer to Scan tool, connecting . Initiating On Board Diagnostic (OBD). Refer to Convenience system, initiating On Board Diagnostic (OBD) .
Prerequisites:
- DTCs are corrected
- Functional check has been carried out
- DTC memory checked again
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer HELP Select function XX |
- Press buttons -0- and -5- (the function "Erase DTC memory" is entered with 05).
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer Q 05 Erase DTC memory |
- Confirm entry with the -Q- button.
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer → DTC memory is erased! |
- Press → button.
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer HELP Select function XX |
NOTE:
- If this appears in the display, the test sequence is faulty.
- Adhere strictly to test sequence; first of all check DTC memory, then erase memory.
- Press buttons -0- and -6- to end the output.
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer Q 06 End output |
- Confirm entry with the -Q- button.
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer HELP Enter address word XX |
- Switch off ignition.
- Disconnect connector to V.A.G 1551 scan tool.