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Scan Tool Testing and Procedures






VAS 5501, Connecting and Selecting Functions

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system ( VAS 5051 A)

Diagnostic cable (VAS 5051/5A)

or

Diagnostic cable (VAS 5051/6A)

CAUTION!
Test equipment must always be secured on the rear seat during a road test.

Drivers must NEVER operate these tools while driving.

- Remove cover for Data Link Connector (DLC).

- With ignition switched off, connect vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system (VAS 5051 A) with diagnostic cable ( VAS 5051/5A) or diagnostic cable (VAS 5051/6A) to Data Link Connector (DLC).





- Switch on vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system (VAS 5051 A) - arrow -.





Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system ( VAS 5051 A) is ready for operation when a picture (photo) of a vehicle is displayed.

- Switch on ignition.

- Touch Guided Fault Finding on screen.

- Select one after another:

Brand

Model

Model year

Version

Engine identification

- Confirm entered data.

Wait until tester has checked all control modules installed in the vehicle.

- Press Go to button and select "Function/component selection" function.

Now follow the displays on screen to begin the desired functions.