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Readiness Code, Reading (Scan Tool Function 15)



Readiness code, reading (scan tool function 15)

Special Tools, Testers And Auxiliary Items
- VAG 1551/1552 scan tool with VAG 1551/3 adapter cable

Work sequence

- Connect VAG 1551/1552 scan tool and, with ignition switched on, select "Engine Electronics" address word 01.

Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX

- Press buttons-1-and -5-to select "Readiness Code" function 15 and Press -Q- button to confirm input.
Must appear on display when all diagnosis functions have been successfully completed:

Indicated on display
Readiness Code
00000000--Test complete

- Press -> button.
- Press buttons -0- and -6- to select "End Output" function 06 and Press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display (possible example)
Readiness Code
01100101-Test not complete

If one diagnostic checks has not run through successfully:
- Press -> button.
- Create readiness code.
- Read the readiness code, If DTC memory has been erased, repair must be verified via appropriate display group.

Relevance of 8-digit number block for readiness code