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If the display remains blank check Scan Tool (ST) voltage supply according to wiring diagram,

See appropriate WIRING DIAGRAM article.

Additional operating instructions can be called up by pressing the HELP button.
The --> button is used to advance through the program sequence.
In operating mode 1 "Rapid data transfer," function 00 "Automatic test sequence" can be carried out. The DTC memory of all control modules with OBD capability are checked automatically.

Switch on ignition.
Switch on printer with the Print button (indicator lamp in button lights up).
Press button 1 for "Rapid data transfer" mode.

Indicated on display:

Fig 1: Identifying VAG 1551 Scan Tool Display (Rapid Data Transfer)

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Press buttons -5- and -6- to select Radio address word 56.

Indicated on display:

Fig 2: Identifying VAG 1551 Scan Tool Display (Radio Address Word 56)

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Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display:

Fig 3: Identifying VAG 1551 Scan Tool Display (Tester Sends Address Word 56)

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