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Readiness Code Reading




Readiness Code, Reading

Special tools and equipment


- VAG1551 scan tool (or VAG1552 mobile scan tool) with VAG1551/3B cable

Work sequence
- Connect the VAG1551 scan tool (VAG1552). Then switch ignition on and select engine control module with the "Address word" 01.(Connecting scan tool and selecting engine control module.) [1][2][3]Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



Must appear on display when all diagnostic functions have been successfully completed:

- Press keys 1 and 5 for the "Readiness code" function and confirm entry with Q key.

Indicated on display:


Readiness code
00000000 - Test complete



- Press -> key.
- Press keys 0 and 6 for "End data transfer" function and confirm input with Q key.

Indicated on display:


Readiness code
00101101 - Test not complete



One of the diagnostic checks has not run through successfully:
- Press -> key.
- Generate readiness code.

Significance of 8 digit number block for readiness code