Vehicle Tester, Connecting

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing And Information System VAS 5051 A

Fig 1: Identifying Diagnostic Operation System VAS5051A
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Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing And Information System VAS 5051B

Fig 2: Identifying Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing And Information System VAS 5051B
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Diagnostic Cable VAS 5051/6A

Fig 3: Identifying Diagnostic Cable (VAS5051/6A)
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Vehicle Diagnosis And Service System VAS 5052 Or Subsequent Devices

Fig 4: Identifying VAS 5052 Vehicle Diagnostic And Service Information System
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Diagnostic System VAS 5053

Fig 5: Identifying Diagnostic system VAS 5053
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Diagnostic Cable VAS 5052/3

Fig 6: Identifying Diag. Cable For VAS5052 (2 Meter) VAS 5052/3 A
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NOTE:

Make sure the selected diagnostic unit is only used with accompanying diagnostic cable.

WARNING:

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

-- Perform the following:

Fig 7: Locating Data Link Connector (DLC)

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-- Connect diagnosis cable connector to data link connector.

-- Switch on the tester.

-- Switch the ignition on.

Follow the instructions appearing on the screen to start the desired functions.