Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS 5051, connecting

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

All functions which could previously be performed with V.A.G 1551/1552 can also be performed with the new tester VAS 5051 in the vehicle self-diagnosis operating mode:

Special tools and equipment

Fig 1: VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System

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VAS 5051 Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system

Additional information

Self-study program

Fig 2: Tester VAS 5051 Connected To Data Link Connector Using Diagnosis Cable VAS 5051/1

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Pull cover -1- off in direction of arrow.
With ignition switched off, connect tester VAS 5051 to diagnosis connection using diagnosis cable VAS 5051/1 or VAS 5051/3.

Fig 3: VAS 5051 & On Switch

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Switch on tester (arrow).

The tester requires approx. 5 minutes to warm up.

Switch ignition on.
Select zone "Vehicle self-diagnosis" on touch screen.

The display will now provide a guide to further selections.