A8 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (AUX) (2001)
Control Module: Service and Repair
Checking Control Unit Coding
NOTE: The VAG 1552 scan tool can be used instead of the VAG 1551, however no printout is possible.
Test Requirements:
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Battery Positive Voltage (B+) OK
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Supply voltage and fuses for respective system OK
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Ground (GND) connectors for transmission OK:
Check GND connections for corrosion and damage and repair if necessary.
Check TCM GND connection per wiring diagram.
Check battery GND strap and GND strap between battery and transmission.
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Selector lever in "P" position
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Parking brake applied
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Ignition switched off
NOTES:
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If nothing is shown on the display check the power supply to the DLC.
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Additional operating instructions can be obtained by pressing the HELP button on the VAG 1551 scan tool.
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Press the -> button to advance through the program sequence. => VAG 1551 scan tool operating instructions
Procedure:
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Remove cover for 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC) to left of steering column.
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Connect VAG 1551 (VAG 1552) scan tool to DLC using adapter cable VAG 1551/3.
Indicated on display 1):
V.A.G. - On Board Diagnostic HELP
1 - Rapid data transfer
2 - Blink code output
1) Operating modes 1 and 2 are displayed alternately
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Switch ignition on.
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Operate brake pedal one time.
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Press PRINT button to switch printer on (indicator light in button comes on).
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Press button -1- to select "Rapid data transfer" operating mode 1.
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer HELP
Insert address word XX
NOTES:
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After address word 33 is inserted and confirmed with the -Q- button, the OBD program can begin. OBD functions => See: Powertrain
Management/Transmission Control Systems/Testing and Inspection
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After address word 00 is inserted and confirmed with the -Q- button, the automatic test sequence can begin (the DTC memory for every system is
checked). Stored malfunctions are displayed in sequence and printed out.
Indicated on display 1):
V.A.G. - On Board Diagnostic HELP