VAG 1551 Scan Tool, connecting and selecting functions

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V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool operating instructions

Connecting Scan Tool

Fig 1: Connecting V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool With V.A.G 1551/3 Cable

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Remove Data Link Connector (DLC) cover -1-.
With ignition switched off, connect V.A.G 1551 with diagnosis cable V.A.G 1551/3A.

Indicated on display

V.A.G - On Board Diagnostic HELP
1 - Rapid data transfer1)
2 - Blink code output1)

1) appears alternately

NOTE:

Additional operating instructions can be called up by pressing the HELP key of V.A.G 1551.
The → key is used for advancing within the program sequence.

Refer to V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool operating instructions.