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Volkswagen 1999 Golf, Diagnostic Manual

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Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, GTI 1999, 2000 
Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic (OBD)

  

Diagnostic interface for databus (Page 01-183)

The condition of the databus function for control modules which are connected to the power-train 
databus is displayed in display groups 125 to 127.

The display fields for control modules which are not installed remain empty.

In the following measuring value blocks, condition displays for all control modules which may be 
connected to the power-train databus are mentioned.

Assignment of the display fields is different depending on the instrument cluster manufacturer 
(VDO or MMO).

Summary of Contents for 1999 Golf

Page 1: ...el gauge adaptation checking Instrument panel senders and sensors locations Language alternatives adapting for drivers instructions On Board Diagnostic initiating Output Diagnostic Test Mode Read Measuring Value Block Service interval data adapting when changing the instrument panel Service interval display resetting Diagnostic interface for databus Code Control Module Display group overview Read ...

Page 2: ...avigation display unit Notes when exchanging instrument panels Instrument panels which do not have the function Convenience anti theft system have a control unit part number where the last number is a 0 production to approx 07 98 Instrument panels which do have the function Convenience anti theft system have a control unit part number where the last number is a 1 production from approx 08 98 If a ...

Page 3: ... If required the instrument panel is to be exchanged using normal exchange part procedures Complete damage report form and return together with instrument panel Use original packaging only when returning items The odometer reading and the service interval display can be matched to the exchange instrument panel using scan tool VAG 1551 Page 01 48 The instrument panel is controlled via a microproces...

Page 4: ... are not repeated in next 50 engine starts The On Board Diagnostic must be initiated at the commencement of fault finding and the stored information interrogated with the Vehicle Diagnosis Testing and Information system VAS 5051 or Scan tool VAG 1551 or Vehicle system tester VAG 1552 Notes The following description deals only with the scan tool VAG 1551 Measures for repairing commonly occurring fa...

Page 5: ...of instrument panel senders and sensors WARNING Disconnect battery earth strap before working on electrical system 1 Fuel gauge sender G Location Fig 1 Monitored via self diagnosis An additional fuel gauge sender G169 is installed in four wheel drive vehicles Location of G169 Fig 2 2 Ambient temperature sender G17 Location Fig 3 Monitored via self diagnosis ...

Page 6: ...Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 5 3 Speedometer sender G22 Location Fig 4 Monitored via self diagnosis 4 Coolant temperature sender G2 Location depends on type of engine Repair Manual Fuel Injection Ignition Repair Group 24 Monitored via self diagnosis 5 Instrument panel K Monitored via self diagnosis ...

Page 7: ...l gauge sender G is located in the fuel tank on the fuel delivery unit arrow Removing and installing fuel delivery unit Repair Manual Engine Mechanical Repair Group 20 Fig 2 Additional fuel gauge sender G169 in four wheel drive vehicles In addition to the above mentioned sender G there is another sender G169 in the vehicle which is located on the left hand side under the rear seat ...

Page 8: ...nt temperature sender G17 The ambient temperature sender G17 is located on left of front bumper behind the outer air grille Unclip air grille to remove sender Repair Manual Body Exterior Repair Group 63 Fig 4 Speedometer sender G22 The speedometer sender arrow is located in the area of the left hand drive shaft flange on manual and automatic gearbox vehicles ...

Page 9: ...Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 8 On Board Diagnostic initiating Special tools testers measuring units and auxiliary items required Scan tool VAG 1551 or vehicle system tester VAG 1552 VAG 1551 3 or 1551 3A adapter cable ...

Page 10: ...g scan tool VAG 1551 and selecting functions Interrogating unit version Check prerequisites All fuses according to current flow diagram OK Supply voltage OK at least 9 0 V Connect scan tool using cable VAG 1551 3 as follows Connect cable VAG 1551 3 to diagnosis connector located below dash to left of steering column Indicated on display Appears alternately ...

Page 11: ...ng instructions can be called up with the scan tool HELP key The key serves to advance the programme sequence In the operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer the function 00 Automatic test sequence can be carried out Then all vehicle control units will be interrogated automatically Switch on ignition Switch on printer with the Print key indicator lamp in key lights up Press key 1 for Rapid data transf...

Page 12: ... manufacturer s code VDO Indicated on display for instrument panel with manufacturer s code MMO 1 Dependent on engine gearbox and additional equipment 2 Will be automatically stored in the control unit when entering the system but not when Code Control Modules which have been used 3 Instrument panels which do not have the function Convenience anti theft system have a control unit part number where...

Page 13: ...duction from approx 08 98 If a instrument panel with the function Convenience anti theft system is replaced then for vehicles with Radio system Premium IV 05 98 the radio electronic anti theft system must be reactivated Repair Manual Radio Telephone Navigation Repair Group 91 The convenience anti theft system is operative after first activation of electronic anti theft system Notes on function of ...

Page 14: ...IDENTNO VWZ6 VDO instrument panels are identified by IMMO IDENTNO VWZ7 Will be indicated on display By pressing the HELP key a list of possible fault causes is printed out After repairing faults again enter address word 17 for instrument panel and confirm with Q Indicated on display Press key Indicated on display Press key Indicated on display After the HELP key is pressed a list of the possible f...

Page 15: ...ument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 14 List of selectable functions Notes Do not select further functions which can be printed out after pressing the HELP key After the function is completed the VAG 1551 returns to the following start position Indicated on display ...

Page 16: ...se fault memory Switch on printer with the Print key indicator lamp in key lights up Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 2 The function Interrogate fault memory is selected with 02 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q The number of stored faults appears in the display The stored faults are displayed and printed out one after another Enter fault table at fault printed out and repair faul...

Page 17: ...ge 01 18 Switch off ignition and separate diagnostic connections Erasing fault memory Notes After erasing the fault memory its contents will automatically be indicated If the fault memory cannot be erased again interrogate fault memory and repair faults Prerequisites Fault memory interrogated Page 01 15 All faults repaired After fault memory has been successfully interrogated Indicated on display ...

Page 18: ...ndicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The fault memory is now erased Press key Indicated on display Notes If this appears in the display the test sequence is faulty If this appears in the display the test sequence is faulty Adhere exactly to test sequence First interrogate fault memory if necessary repair faults then erase ...

Page 19: ...nostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 18 Ending output Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition Disconnect scan tool VAG 1551 ...

Page 20: ...t panel control unit J285 and printed out by the VAG 1551 Fault codes appear only on print out Before replacing components check the wiring and connections to these components as well as the earth connections according to current flow diagram When repair has been carried out the fault memory must always be interrogated again with the scan tool VAG 1551 and erased Not for vehicles with Climatronic ...

Page 21: ...t On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 20 A fault entry is made when the fault has been registered continuously for at least 20 seconds For vehicles with a multi function indicator but not with Climatronic ...

Page 22: ...c OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 21 A fault entry Open circuit short to positive is made after the engine has been running for 30 minutes and the fault is recognized Vehicles with Radio Navigation system and Highline instrument panel only ...

Page 23: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 22 ...

Page 24: ...ut Diagnostic Test Mode Speedometer Rev counter Coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Brake system warning lamp Seat belt warning lamp when activated using code Buzzer Gong Displays odometer multi function indicator or digital clock selector lever position display for automatic gearboxes On Lowline and Midline instrument panels the following can additionally be checked Coolant temperature coolant s...

Page 25: ...ual warning lamps If the self diagnosis detects a fault exchange instrument panel If the self diagnosis does not detect a fault check wiring and connections to instrument panel Initiating Output Diagnostic Test Mode Notes If the engine is running or the vehicle moving the instrument panel Output Diagnostic Test Mode cannot be initiated will be interrupted The test sequence can be terminated at any...

Page 26: ...splay Press keys 0 and 3 03 selects the Output Diagnostic Test Mode function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q No indication on all displays and all warning lights to be checked are unlit Indicated on display After pressing the Q key the following checks are carried out Movement of coolant temperature needle over complete display range Movement of rev counter needle over complete displ...

Page 27: ...t panels the instruments are activated simultaneously and on Motometer instrument panels the instruments are activated one after another After checking movement over display ranges the following constants are displayed Press key Indicated on display The warning lamps for Brake system insufficient brake fluid ABS not working and additionally for Lowline and Midline instrument panels Coolant tempera...

Page 28: ... and light up continuously On the Highline instrument panel the central display unit for warning lamps and navigation is checked instead of the individual warning lamps Press key Indicated on display The seat belt warning lamp K19 lights up when activated by code Press key Indicated on display The buzzer gong is activated a warning tone is emitted at intervals Press key Indicated on display Midlin...

Page 29: ...avigation and warning lamps are visible Press key Indicated on display Instrument panel VDO Safety cut off air conditioner compressor cut off is activated approx 5 seconds later only vehicles with air conditioning system No display in instrument panel Instrument panel MMO The coolant temperature warning lamp lights up and a warning sound is given Safety cut off air conditioner compressor cut off i...

Page 30: ...th manufacturer code MMO Indicated on display for instrument panels with manufacturer code VDO End Output Diagnostic Test Mode for VDO instrument panels by pressing key All actual values are displayed again Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The tester is again in basic function ...

Page 31: ...ment panel can be coded as follows Optional equipment Country variants Number of cylinders Code number for travel impulse number Notes The coding table shows only the various combination possibilities that apply to the VW Golf 1998 and the Jetta 1999 Performing coding Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument pane...

Page 32: ...the control unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Press key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 7 The function Code control unit is selected with 07 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Enter code number taken from code table Page 01 33 Example Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display ...

Page 33: ...Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 32 Press key Indicated on display Ending function Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The tester is again in basic function ...

Page 34: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 33 Code table ...

Page 35: ... On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 34 If more than one optional equipment is to be entered then the code numbers must be added together Example Brake pad wear indicator and washer fluid warning 01 04 05 ...

Page 36: ...ic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 35 The code number for the distance impulse number is dependent on vehicle engine gearbox combination Notes The distance impulse number is a constant used to calculate the speed and distance travelled The distance impulse number K number can be read using function Adaptation Page 01 63 ...

Page 37: ...m the display group overview Page 01 38 Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel After displaying the control unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Press key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 8 08 initiates the Read Measuring Value Block function Indicated on display Confirm entr...

Page 38: ...y Indicated on display 1 4 Display zones Notes To change to another display group proceed as follows Displayed after pressing C key Indicated on display Now enter the display group number required Notes The actual sender and sensor values are always shown on the display The values on the instrument panel are filtered and therefore they can vary Other display groups are possible but these are not r...

Page 39: ...ta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 38 Display group overview Break down of display content for display group number 001 ...

Page 40: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 39 Evaluating display group number 001 ...

Page 41: ...Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 40 Break down of display content for display group number 002 1 For instrument panels with multi function display or Climatronic ...

Page 42: ...agnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 41 Evaluating display group number 002 1 On vehicles with a VDO instrument panel 0 L is displayed in field 2 when fuel level sender has an open short circuit and display field 3 remains blank ...

Page 43: ...999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 42 Break down of display content for display group number 003 1 Empty means in this case Display zone is blank ...

Page 44: ...ent On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 43 Evaluating display group number 003 1 If the actual coolant temperature value lies between approx 75 C and 107 C the instrument panel will always display 90 C ...

Page 45: ...kswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 44 Break down of display content for display group number 050 ...

Page 46: ... Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 45 Evaluating display group number 050 1 Empty means in this case Display zone is blank ...

Page 47: ...ges can be made and stored Matching the service interval display SID Matching distance recorders when exchanging instrument panel Resetting service interval display SID Matching fuel gauge Correcting consumption indicator Coding display unit language variants for Navigation only Highline instrument panel The individual functions are called up using the relevant adaptation channel number see adapta...

Page 48: ... Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 47 Adaptation table Notes After changing an adaptation value or ending an adaptation channel the function 10 Adaptation must be performed to select another adaptation channel ...

Page 49: ...OEL OIL distance travelled in km Inspection service INSP distance travelled in km and Inspection service INSP time in days must be transferred to the vehicles new instrument panel The data must be read off before exchanging the defective instrument panel Notes If the data cannot be read off defective instrument panel the data from the vehicle service schedule must be entered Connect scan tool VAG ...

Page 50: ...l unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Press key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Select matching channels individually according to table Adaptation table Notes An incorrect entry can be corrected by pressing the C key Confirm entry with key Q ...

Page 51: ... e g 00009 for adjustment figure 9 this equates to a distance of 9000 km to next service The service type specification establishes the value from which the distance recorder and the time counter count back for service interval display Specifications Repair Manual Maintenance The adaptation sequence must also be carried out using kilometers for instrument panel with odometer calibrated in miles di...

Page 52: ...l 10 15000 km 6500 km 9000 km Adjustment figure 9 Channel 11 30000 km 6000 km 24000 km Adjustment figure 24 Channel 12 360 days 170 days 190 days Adjustment figure 19 Notes Because the time counter accuracy equates to 10 days a year when rounded up equates to 360 days Press key Indicated on display Enter new adjustment figure Indicated on display after entering adaptation value 9 Confirm entry wit...

Page 53: ...ess keys 1 and 0 again 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q and then enter adaptation values for channels 11 and 12 in same manner End output after entering channels 10 to 12 Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition Separate connection to scan too...

Page 54: ... to be transferred to the new instrument panel must exceed 100 km Matching the total distance travelled is only possible once and only in a positive direction The adaptation can be interrupted with the C key of the VAG 1551 Correcting a false entry which has been confirmed is not possible The instrument panel must be exchanged for a new one The adaptation must take place in kilometers for countrie...

Page 55: ...th Q key After displaying the control unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Indicated on display Press key 1 and 1 Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Enter code number 13861 now Indicated on display FAIL appears in odometer if a false code or secret number is entered 3 times In this case terminal 30 battery must b...

Page 56: ...ys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 9 Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Move programme on with key Indicated on display Enter adaptation value using keyboard The last position of the kilometer reading must be rounded off to the nearest 10 kms A kilometer reading of 89627 produces an adaptation...

Page 57: ...display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The kilometer reading entered now appears in the display of the instrument panel If the displayed kilometer reading is not OK e g false entry Press C key and enter correct adaptation value again If the displayed kilometer reading in instrument panel is OK Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on displa...

Page 58: ...ostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 57 End matching the distance travelled with key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display ...

Page 59: ...ice each inspection service The service interval display can be reset using two differing procedures Via adjustment buttons for trip recorder and clock on instrument panel Repair Manual Electrical Equipment Repair Group 90 or as described in the following With scan tool VAG 1551 Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Inst...

Page 60: ...ough MY 1999 Page 01 59 Indicated on display Press key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Select adaptation channel of service to be reset Channel 10 for display OIL service Channels 10 11 and 12 for display INSP service ...

Page 61: ... km therefore this is shown on display in 1000 km The adaptation values entered must contain 5 figures e g 00015 for adaptation values 15 this equates to a distance of 15000 km to next service The entered values count down to 0 km The time counter for INSP service can be adapted to max 360 days It is only possible to make direct entries using the keyboard of the scan tool unit When entering an inc...

Page 62: ...th key Q Indicated on display Actual reading of distance recorder is displayed for OIL service e g 1 equates to another 1000 km Press key Indicated on display The distance recorder must be reset to 15 equates to 15000 km to reset the service interval display for OIL service Enter adaptation value 00015 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display after entering adaptation val...

Page 63: ...Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Observe odometer display in instrument panel Switch off ignition When the ignition is switched off the service type shown in display goes out Switch on ignition After switching on the ignition the service type is no longer displayed in the odometer display The service i...

Page 64: ...ion function To change the distance travelled number a code number corresponding to the vehicle engine gearbox combination must be entered using the function Code Control Module Page 01 30 For instrument panels with a display in miles the distance impulse number will still be displayed for kilometers The distance impulse number for miles can be determined by calculation Distance impulse number for...

Page 65: ...strument panel After displaying the control unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Press key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 6 Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Compare distance impulse number for vehicle engine gearbox combination with t...

Page 66: ...l On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 65 Indicated on display Press C key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition Separate connection to scan tool VAG 1551 ...

Page 67: ...dle position in the instrument panel can be corrected adapted Perform Output Diagnostic Test Mode for instrument panel Page 01 23 Check function of fuel gauge sender if Output Diagnostic Test Mode does not display a fault as follows Check resistance value of fuel gauge sender in Measuring Value Block Read Measuring Value Block Page 01 36 If in read Measuring Value Block no short circuit or open ci...

Page 68: ... and auxiliary items required Fuel extraction unit VAG 1433 A Switch off ignition Drain fuel tank completely VAG 1433A then fill with fuel as per following Vehicles with 2 wheel drive 7 liters Vehicles with 4 wheel drive 8 liters Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel Indicated on display Confirm entry wi...

Page 69: ...ss keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press keys 3 and 0 Confirm entry with key Q Notes After filling with fuel wait at least 60 seconds before reading the fuel gauge The fuel level displayed may be incorrect if the prescribed time is not kept this is because the movement of the fuel as it is filled will no give a cons...

Page 70: ... decreased down to 120 and using key 3 increased up to 136 e g 130 Indicated on display The fuel gauge is correctly adapted when the needle is positioned on the center red graduation reserve as illustrated When needle position is OK Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display End matching the fuel gauge with key Indicated on display ...

Page 71: ...On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 70 Notes Renew fuel gauge sender only if fuel gauge cannot be matched correctly Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The tester is now in basic function again ...

Page 72: ...cator from 85 to 115 Entries must be made in steps of 5 Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel After displaying the control unit identification Press key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press keys...

Page 73: ...es Correcting the consumption indicator is only possible via direct entry Indicated on display Enter relevant correction value using keys of scan tool when doing this fill first positions with 0 Example Value required 90 Keyboard entry 00090 Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key ...

Page 74: ...99 Page 01 73 Indicated on display End matching the consumption indicator with key Indicated on display Notes A false entry switches the tester to functions mode If the following display appears Press key Select function 10 Adaptation and adaptation channel 03 again Carry out corrections to consumption indicator and confirm with Q key ...

Page 75: ...er information can only be adapted on Highline instrument panels Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel After displaying the control unit identification Press key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display P...

Page 76: ...99 Page 01 75 Indicated on display Notes Only the last character of the five position language variant code is shown on the display e g 1 for German A false entry terminates Adaptation and it must be restarted with function 10 Adaptation Using the keys of the scan tool it is not possible to enter the code direct or in stages Code table ...

Page 77: ... can be decreased with key 1 and increased with key 3 e g to 2 for language variant English Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display End matching language variant with key Indicated on display Direct entry Press key Indicated on display Enter relevant 5 position code using keyboard Page 01 75 ...

Page 78: ...00002 Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display End matching language variant with key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The tester is now in basic function again ...

Page 79: ...viation is greater than 5 seconds Check control module version In vehicles with a instrument panel from VDO the instrument panel must be replaced In vehicles with a instrument panel from Motometer one must check to see if the digital clock accuracy can be adjusted Notes Correction of the clock is only possible with instrument panels manufactured by Motometer and a limited manufacturing period Scan...

Page 80: ...tput is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition Disconnect scan tool VAG 1551 After approx 5 seconds Connect cable VAG 1551 3 to diagnosis connector again The VAG 1551 display will display the version number language variant and edition date for approx 3 seconds If the display of the VAG 1551 does not display programme card version 8 ...

Page 81: ...cy can only be adapted with a VAG 1551in conjunction with the specially prepared programme card The scan tool VAG 1551 recognizes the instrument panel control unit version and checks if a clock correction is possible Switch on ignition Indicated on display Appears alternately Press key 1 for Rapid data transfer mode Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 7 17 enters the address word Instrument pane...

Page 82: ...ress keys 1 and 2 12 selects the Clock correction function If the scan tool has recognized a instrument panel where the digital clock cannot be adapted then function 12 Clock correction cannot be selected and the instrument panel must be replaced Display remains as If the scan tool unit has recognized a instrument panel where the digital clock can be adapted then function 12 Clock correction can b...

Page 83: ...ally controlled sequence Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition Disconnect scan tool VAG 1551 Notes After completion of the automatic sequence the instrument panel must be briefly disconnected from voltage supply terminal 30 to allow the clock correction to take effect Pull fuse 15 5 A ou...

Page 84: ... Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD through MY 1999 Page 01 83 The clock correction takes effect after reconnecting the instrument panel to voltage supply terminal 30 The digital clock accuracy is now adapted ...

Page 85: ...ith rev counter and multi function indicator or Highline version with rev counter multi function indicator and navigation display unit not for USA Notes when exchanging instrument panels The instrument panel must not be dismantled If required the instrument panel is to be exchanged using normal exchange part procedures Complete damage report form and return together with instrument panel Use origi...

Page 86: ...data plate Service plan The odometer reading and the service interval display can be matched to the exchange instrument panel using scan tool VAG 1551 Page 01 141 If a instrument panel with the function Convenience anti theft system is replaced then for vehicles with Radio system Premium IV 05 98 the radio electronic anti theft system must be reactivated Repair Manual Radio Telephone Navigation Re...

Page 87: ...tabus J533 in instrument cluster The diagnostic interface for databus J533 must be coded depending on the vehicle equipment when replacing the instrument cluster page 01 172 The diagnostic interface for databus J533 in instrument cluster has a diagnostic address of its own page 01 172 The instrument panel is controlled via a microprocessor which is equipped with an extensive self diagnosis If faul...

Page 88: ...ion is switched on for longer than 5 minutes and the driving speed of at least 30 km h is exceeded The On Board Diagnostic must be initiated at the commencement of fault finding and the stored information interrogated with the Vehicle Diagnosis Testing and Information system VAS 5051 or Scan tool VAG 1551 or Vehicle system tester VAG 1552 Notes The following description deals only with the scan to...

Page 89: ...t panel senders and sensors locations WARNING Disconnect battery earth strap before working on electrical system 1 Fuel gauge sender G Location Fig 1 Monitored via self diagnosis An additional fuel gauge sender G169 is installed in four wheel drive vehicles Location of G169 Fig 2 2 Ambient temperature sender G17 Location Fig 3 Monitored via self diagnosis ...

Page 90: ...1 89 3 Speedometer sender G22 Location Fig 4 4 Coolant temperature sender G2 Location depends on type of engine Repair Manual Fuel Injection Ignition Repair Group 23 Repair Manual Fuel Injection Ignition Repair Group 24 Monitored via self diagnosis 5 Oil Level Thermal Sensor G266 not for USA 6 Instrument panel K Monitored via self diagnosis ...

Page 91: ... gauge sender G is located in the fuel tank on the fuel delivery unit arrow Removing and installing fuel delivery unit Repair Manual Engine Mechanical Repair Group 20 Fig 2 Additional fuel gauge sender G169 in four wheel drive vehicles In addition to the above mentioned sender G there is another sender G169 in the vehicle which is located on the left hand side under the rear seat ...

Page 92: ...t temperature sender G17 The ambient temperature sender G17 is located on left of front bumper behind the outer air grille Unclip air grille to remove sender Repair Manual Body Exterior Repair Group 63 Fig 4 Speedometer sender G22 The speedometer sender arrow is located in the area of the left hand drive shaft flange on manual and automatic gearbox vehicles ...

Page 93: ... Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 92 On Board Diagnostic initiating Special tools testers measuring units and auxiliary items required Scan tool VAG 1551 or vehicle system tester VAG 1552 VAG 1551 3 or 1551 3A adapter cable ...

Page 94: ... scan tool VAG 1551 and selecting functions Interrogating unit version Check prerequisites All fuses according to current flow diagram OK Supply voltage OK at least 9 0 V Connect scan tool using cable VAG 1551 3 as follows Open diagnosis connection cover above ashtray Connect cable VAG 1551 3 to diagnosis connector Indicated on display Appears alternately ...

Page 95: ...g instructions can be called up with the scan tool HELP key The key serves to advance the programme sequence In the operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer the function 00 Automatic test sequence can be carried out Then all vehicle control units will be interrogated automatically Switch on ignition Switch on printer with the Print key indicator lamp in key lights up Press key 1 for Rapid data transfe...

Page 96: ...cated on display for instrument panel with manufacturer s code VDO Indicated on display for instrument panel with manufacturer s code MMO 1 Dependent on engine gearbox and additional equipment 2 Will be automatically stored in the control unit when entering the system but not when Code Control Modules which have been used 3 On new instrument clusters the manufacturer code BOO also appears instead ...

Page 97: ...heft system is replaced then for vehicles with Radio system Premium IV 05 98 the radio electronic anti theft system must be reactivated Repair Manual Radio Telephone Navigation Repair Group 91 The convenience anti theft system is operative after first activation of electronic anti theft system Notes on function of of convenience anti theft system Repair Manual Radio Telephone Navigation Repair Gro...

Page 98: ...MO IDENTNO VWZ6 VDO instrument panels are identified by IMMO IDENTNO VWZ7 Will be indicated on display By pressing the HELP key a list of possible fault causes is printed out After repairing faults again enter address word 17 for instrument panel and confirm with Q Indicated on display Press key Indicated on display Press key Indicated on display After the HELP key is pressed a list of the possibl...

Page 99: ...rument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 98 List of selectable functions Notes Do not select further functions which can be printed out after pressing the HELP key After the function is completed the VAG 1551 returns to the following start position Indicated on display ...

Page 100: ...e fault memory Switch on printer with the Print key indicator lamp in key lights up Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 2 The function Interrogate fault memory is selected with 02 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q The number of stored faults appears in the display The stored faults are displayed and printed out one after another Enter fault table at fault printed out and repair fault...

Page 101: ... 01 102 Switch off ignition and separate diagnostic connections Erasing fault memory Notes After erasing the fault memory its contents will automatically be indicated If the fault memory cannot be erased again interrogate fault memory and repair faults Prerequisites Fault memory interrogated Page 01 99 All faults repaired After fault memory has been successfully interrogated Indicated on display P...

Page 102: ...dicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The fault memory is now erased Press key Indicated on display Notes If this appears in the display the test sequence is faulty If this appears in the display the test sequence is faulty Adhere exactly to test sequence First interrogate fault memory if necessary repair faults then erase ...

Page 103: ...gnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 102 Ending output Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition Disconnect scan tool VAG 1551 ...

Page 104: ...ng 5 digit code numbers that can be recognized by the instrument panel control unit J285 and printed out by the VAG 1551 Fault codes appear only on print out Before replacing components check the wiring and connections to these components as well as the earth connections according to current flow diagram When repair has been carried out the fault memory must always be interrogated again with the s...

Page 105: ... 01 104 Only for vehicles with Climatronic A fault entry is made when the fault has been registered continuously for at least 60 seconds A malfunction recognition is only performed if the malfunction was detected continuously for at least 20 seconds During the first 20 seconds the following is displayed Sensor cannot be tested at this time ...

Page 106: ...stic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 105 A fault entry Open circuit short to positive is made after the engine has been running for 30 minutes and the fault is recognized For vehicles with a multi function indicator but not with Climatronic ...

Page 107: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 106 ...

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Page 111: ...can be checked via the Output Diagnostic Test Mode Speedometer Rev counter Coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Malfunction lamps Seat belt warning lamp when activated using code Buzzer Gong Displays odometer multi function indicator or digital clock selector lever position display for automatic gearboxes If the self diagnosis detects a fault exchange instrument panel If the self diagnosis does no...

Page 112: ...est sequence can be terminated at any time by pressing the C key Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel After displaying the control unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Press key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 3 03 selects the Output Diagnostic Test Mode function Indicated...

Page 113: ...ete display range Movement of speedometer needle over complete display range Movement of coolant temperature needle over complete display range Movement of fuel gauge needle over complete display range Notes On VDO instrument panels the instruments are activated simultaneously and on Motometer instrument panels the instruments are activated one after another After checking movement over display ra...

Page 114: ...the coded equipment function are being triggered and light continuously Notes In Highline and Midline instrument clusters nothing is displayed in center display during malfunction lamp test Press key Indicated on display The seat belt warning lamp K19 lights up when activated by code Press key Indicated on display The buzzer gong is activated a warning tone is emitted at intervals Press key Indica...

Page 115: ...r become visible In addition for Highline instrument panel All segments of display unit for Navigation and warning lamps are visible Press key Indicated on display Instrument panel VDO No display in instrument panel Safety cut off air conditioner compressor cut off is activated approx 5 seconds later only vehicles with air conditioning system Instrument panel MMO The coolant temperature warning la...

Page 116: ...s with manufacturer code MMO Indicated on display for instrument panels with manufacturer code VDO End Output Diagnostic Test Mode for VDO instrument panels by pressing key All actual values are displayed again Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The tester is again in basic function ...

Page 117: ...equipment Country variants Number of cylinders Code number for travel impulse number Displayed codes in the coding table are only valid for Golf 05 99 Jetta 05 99 Golf Variant 05 99 Jetta Variant 05 99 Performing coding Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel After displaying the control unit identificatio...

Page 118: ...On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 117 Press key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 7 The function Code control unit is selected with 07 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Perform coding Indicated on display Enter code number compiled from code table Breakdown of code number ...

Page 119: ...99 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 118 Code table 1 If more than one optional equipment is to be entered then the code numbers must be added together ...

Page 120: ...xample Brake pad wear indicator and washer fluid warning 01 04 05 The code number for the distance impulse number is dependent on vehicle engine gearbox combination Notes The distance impulse number is a constant used to calculate the speed and distance travelled The distance impulse number K number can be read using function Adaptation Page 01 63 ...

Page 121: ...n Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 120 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press key Indicated on display Press key Indicated on display Ending function Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q ...

Page 122: ... the display group overview Page 01 123 Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel After displaying the control unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Press key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 8 08 initiates the Read Measuring Value Block function Indicated on display Confirm entr...

Page 123: ... Indicated on display 1 4 Display zones Notes To change to another display group proceed as follows Displayed after pressing C key Indicated on display Now enter the display group number required Notes The actual sender and sensor values are always shown on the display The values on the instrument panel are filtered and therefore they can vary Other display groups are possible but these are not re...

Page 124: ...tta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 123 Display group overview Break down of display content for display group number 001 ...

Page 125: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 124 Evaluating display group number 001 ...

Page 126: ... Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 125 Break down of display content for display group number 002 1 For instrument panels with multi function display or Climatronic ...

Page 127: ...n Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 126 Evaluating display group number 002 1 For an open circuit of the fuel level seder 0L is displayed in field 2 the value 510 is displayed in field 3 for a short circuit of the fuel level seder 0L is displayed in field 2 the value 0 is displayed in field 3 ...

Page 128: ...anel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 127 Break down of display content for display group number 003 1 Empty means in this case Display zone is blank 2 After switching ignition on the warning lamp for oil level blinks for 5 seconds if there is a malfunction in the system not for USA ...

Page 129: ...ment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 128 Evaluating display group number 003 1 If the actual coolant temperature value lies between approx 75 C and 107 C the instrument panel will always display 90 C ...

Page 130: ...el On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 129 1 If the actual coolant temperature value lies between approx 75 C and 107 C the instrument panel will always display 90 C 2 After switching ignition on the warning lamp for oil level blinks for 5 seconds if there is a malfunction in the system ...

Page 131: ...lkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 130 Break down of display content for display group number 050 ...

Page 132: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 131 Evaluating display group number 050 ...

Page 133: ...nnected to the power train databus is displayed in display groups 125 to 127 The display fields for control modules which are not installed remain empty In the following measuring value blocks condition displays for all control modules which may be connected to the power train databus are mentioned The occupations of the display fields are different depending on the manufacturer of the instrument ...

Page 134: ... Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 133 Break down of display content for display group number 125 1 only for VDO for Motometer in display group 126 display field 2 ...

Page 135: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 134 Evaluating display group number 125 ...

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Page 137: ...1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 136 Break down of display content for display group number 126 1 Empty means in this case Display zone is blank ...

Page 138: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 137 Evaluating display group number 126 ...

Page 139: ...es can be made and stored Matching the service interval display SID Matching distance recorders when exchanging instrument panel Resetting service interval display SID Matching fuel gauge Correcting consumption indicator Coding display unit language variants for Navigation only Highline instrument panel The individual functions are called up using the relevant adaptation channel number see adaptat...

Page 140: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 139 Adaptation table ...

Page 141: ...ipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 140 Notes After changing an adaptation value or ending an adaptation channel the function 10 Adaptation must be performed to select another adaptation channel ...

Page 142: ...val data readings for driven distance since last inspection time elapsed since last inspection upper limit for driving distance until inspection upper limit for time until inspection quality value of the new engine oil must be transferred to the vehicles new instrument panel The data must be read off before exchanging the defective instrument panel Notes If the data cannot be read off defective in...

Page 143: ...ransfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel After displaying the control unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Press key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Select adaptation channels individually according to table and press Q button to confir...

Page 144: ...Input of the adaptation values for oil quality of new oil is only possible for instrument clusters with flexible service intervals valid input values Repair Manual Maintenance For the adaptation of the service interval display channels 43 44 and 45 must be adapted first since the values of channels 40 and 41 cannot be larger than the limited values of channels 43 and 44 ...

Page 145: ...tain 5 figures e g 00009 for adjustment figure 9 this equates to a distance of 9000 km to next service The adaptation sequence must also be carried out using kilometers for instrument panel with mileage display The mileage values must be converted to kilometer values 1 mile equates to approx 1 609 kilometers The day count for 1 year is 365 days Leap years are not taken into account The adaptation ...

Page 146: ... 44 45 40 and 41 must be adapted so that the following adaptation values result Channel 43 Upper limit for distance driven until next inspection Adaptation value 30 30 x 1000 km 30000 km Channel 44 Upper limit for time until next inspection Adaptation value 730 730 x 1 day 730 days Channel 45 Oil quality of new engine oil Adaptation value 4 very good Channel 40 Last inspection 6000 km ago Adaptati...

Page 147: ...number 10 Instrument panel MMO Instrument panel VDO The selected channel and actual current value of adaptation of maximum value for odometer reading until the next service are displayed Press key Indicated on display Enter new adjustment figure Indicated on display after entering adaptation value 30 Instrument panel MMO Instrument panel VDO Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Confirm en...

Page 148: ...ress keys 1 and 0 again 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q and then enter adaptation values for channels 44 45 40 and 41 in same manner End output after adaptation of corresponding channels Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition Separate conne...

Page 149: ...to be transferred to the new instrument panel must exceed 100 km Matching the total distance travelled is only possible once and only in a positive direction The adaptation can be interrupted with the C key of the VAG 1551 Correcting a false entry which has been confirmed is not possible The instrument panel must be exchanged for a new one The adaptation must take place in kilometers for countries...

Page 150: ...rument panel Confirm entry with Q key After displaying the control unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Notes The login procedure is only essential for VDO instrument clusters for Motometer instrument clusters the adaptation function can be selected right away Indicated on display Press key 1 and 1 Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key ...

Page 151: ...attery must be disconnected and reconnected again and the Login procedure repeated using the correct code number Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 9 Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Move programme on with key Indicated on display Ent...

Page 152: ...0 kms A kilometer reading of 89627 produces an adaptation value of Enter adaptation value using keyboard Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The kilometer reading entered now appears in the display of the instrument panel If the displayed kilometer reading is not OK e g false entry Press C key and enter correct adaptation value again If the displayed kilometer readin...

Page 153: ...c OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 152 Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display End matching the distance travelled with key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display ...

Page 154: ...nspection service The service interval display can be reset using two differing procedures Via adjustment buttons for trip recorder and clock on instrument panel Repair Manual Electrical Equipment Repair Group 90 or as described in the following Scan tool VAG 1551 Page 01 92 Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrume...

Page 155: ... 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 2 Adaptation channel 02 will reset the service interval display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press key Notes The adaptation value on the top line is the current service type interval display status 0 No service event active 1 Service event active ...

Page 156: ...riate adaptation value Notes Counters of the service interval display are re set by entering 00000 The counters are also re set if the adaptation value is 0 and no service pre warning or service request is displayed yet Enter adaptation value 00000 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display after entering adaptation value 00010 Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display ...

Page 157: ...D Instrument panel On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 156 Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition The service interval display is now reset ...

Page 158: ...n function To change the distance travelled number a code number corresponding to the vehicle engine gearbox combination must be entered using the function Code Control Module Page 01 116 For instrument panels with a display in miles the distance impulse number will still be displayed for kilometers The distance impulse number for miles can be determined by calculation Distance impulse number for ...

Page 159: ...trument panel After displaying the control unit identification and the immobilizer identification number Press key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 6 Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Compare distance impulse number for vehicle engine gearbox combination with ta...

Page 160: ...el On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 159 Indicated on display Press C key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition Separate connection to scan tool VAG 1551 ...

Page 161: ...e position in the instrument panel can be corrected adapted Perform Output Diagnostic Test Mode for instrument panel Page 01 110 Check function of fuel gauge sender if Output Diagnostic Test Mode does not display a fault as follows Check resistance value of fuel gauge sender in Measuring Value Block Read Measuring Value Block Page 01 121 If in read Measuring Value Block no short circuit or open ci...

Page 162: ...and auxiliary items required Fuel extraction unit VAG 1433 A Switch off ignition Drain fuel tank completely VAG 1433A then fill with fuel as per following Vehicles with 2 wheel drive 7 liters Vehicles with 4 wheel drive 8 liters Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel Indicated on display Confirm entry wit...

Page 163: ...s keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press keys 3 and 0 Confirm entry with key Q Notes After filling with fuel wait at least 60 seconds before reading the fuel gauge The fuel level displayed may be incorrect if the prescribed time is not kept this is because the movement of the fuel as it is filled will no give a const...

Page 164: ...decreased down to 120 and using key 3 increased up to 136 e g 130 Indicated on display The fuel gauge is correctly adapted when the needle is positioned on the center red graduation reserve as illustrated When needle position is OK Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display End matching the fuel gauge with key Indicated on display ...

Page 165: ... On Board Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 164 Notes Renew fuel gauge sender only if fuel gauge cannot be matched correctly Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The tester is now in basic function again ...

Page 166: ...ator from 85 to 115 Entries must be made in steps of 5 Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel After displaying the control unit identification Press key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Press keys ...

Page 167: ...s Correcting the consumption indicator is only possible via direct entry Indicated on display Enter relevant correction value using keys of scan tool when doing this fill first positions with 0 Example Value required 90 Keyboard entry 00090 Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key ...

Page 168: ...d Diagnostic OBD from MY 2000 Page 01 167 Indicated on display End matching the consumption indicator with key Indicated on display If the following display appears Press key Select function 10 Adaptation and adaptation channel 03 again Carry out corrections to consumption indicator and confirm with Q key ...

Page 169: ...r information can only be adapted on Highline instrument panels Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel After displaying the control unit identification Press key Indicated on display Press keys 1 and 0 10 selects the Adaptation function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Pr...

Page 170: ... Page 01 169 Indicated on display Notes Only the last character of the five position language variant code is shown on the display e g 1 for German A false entry terminates Adaptation and it must be restarted with function 10 Adaptation Using the keys of the scan tool it is not possible to enter the code direct or in stages Code table ...

Page 171: ...can be decreased with key 1 and increased with key 3 e g to 2 for language variant English Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display End matching language variant with key Indicated on display Direct entry Press key Indicated on display Enter relevant 5 position code using keyboard Page 01 169 ...

Page 172: ...0002 Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display End matching language variant with key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The tester is now in basic function again ...

Page 173: ...ostic interface for databus J533 in instrument cluster The diagnostic interface for databus J533 must be coded depending on the vehicle equipment when replacing the instrument cluster page 01 172 The diagnostic interface for databus J533 in instrument cluster has a diagnostic address of its own page 01 172 Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition an...

Page 174: ...splay Indicated on display 1 Dependant upon the control modules which are connected to the power train databus 2 The diagnostic interface for databus J533 in instrument cluster is referred to in the On Board Diagnostic OBD as Gateway Press key Indicated on display After the HELP key is pressed a list of the possible functions is printed out ...

Page 175: ...nted out after pressing the HELP key After the function is completed the VAG 1551 returns to the following start position Indicated on display Interrogating fault memory Notes The displayed fault information is not constantly up dated but only when initiating the self diagnosis or with the function 05 Erase fault memory Switch on printer with the Print key indicator lamp in key lights up Indicated...

Page 176: ...umber of stored faults appears in the display The stored faults are displayed and printed out one after another Enter fault table at fault printed out and repair fault Page 01 178 If No fault recognized is displayed the programme will return to the start point after pressing key Indicated on display If something else is displayed Scan tool operating instructions End output function 06 Page 01 102 ...

Page 177: ... be erased again interrogate fault memory and repair faults Prerequisites Fault memory interrogated Page 01 99 All faults repaired After fault memory has been successfully interrogated Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 5 05 selects Erase fault memory function Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display The fault memory is now erased Press key Indicated on display Notes I...

Page 178: ...pears in the display the test sequence is faulty Adhere exactly to test sequence First interrogate fault memory if necessary repair faults then erase Ending output Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Switch off ignition Disconnect scan tool VAG 1551 ...

Page 179: ...s The following table lists all the faults with the corresponding 5 digit code numbers that can be recognized by the instrument panel control unit J285 and printed out by the VAG 1551 Fault code appears only on print out When repair has been carried out the fault memory must always be interrogated again with the scan tool VAG 1551 and erased ...

Page 180: ...coding for diagnostic interface J 533 Press keys 0 and 7 The function Code control unit is selected with 07 Indicated on display Confirm entry with key Q Performing coding Indicated on display Enter code number compiled from code table Codes for control modules which are installed in vehicles and which are connected to the power train databus must be added ...

Page 181: ...ic interface for databus Page 01 180 Example Airbag ABS autom transmission 00004 00002 00001 00007 Indicated on display example Confirm entry with key Q Indicated on display Ending function Press keys 0 and 6 The function End output is selected with 06 The tester is again in basic function ...

Page 182: ... display group overview Page 01 184 Connect scan tool VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch on ignition and enter address word 17 Instrument panel Press key Indicated on display Press keys 0 and 8 08 initiates the Read Measuring Value Block function Indicated on display Confirm entry with the Q key Indicated on display The display group number 001 is an example to illustrate ...

Page 183: ...change to another display group proceed as follows Displayed after pressing C key Indicated on display Now enter the display group number required Notes The actual sender and sensor values are always shown on the display The values on the instrument panel are filtered and therefore they can vary Other display groups are possible but these are not required for fault finding ...

Page 184: ...ted to the power train databus is displayed in display groups 125 to 127 The display fields for control modules which are not installed remain empty In the following measuring value blocks condition displays for all control modules which may be connected to the power train databus are mentioned Assignment of the display fields is different depending on the instrument cluster manufacturer VDO or MM...

Page 185: ...kswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Diagnostic interface for databus Page 01 184 Display group overview Break down of display content for display group number 125 ...

Page 186: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Diagnostic interface for databus Page 01 185 ...

Page 187: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Diagnostic interface for databus Page 01 186 ...

Page 188: ... Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Diagnostic interface for databus Page 01 187 Break down of display content for display group number 126 1 Empty means in this case Display zone is blank ...

Page 189: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Diagnostic interface for databus Page 01 188 Evaluating display group number 126 ...

Page 190: ... Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Diagnostic interface for databus Page 01 189 Break down of display content for display group number 127 1 Empty means in this case Display zone is blank ...

Page 191: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Diagnostic interface for databus Page 01 190 Evaluating display group number 127 ...

Page 192: ...ignition keys with electronic components transponder and response reader memory Malfunction recognition and Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC display via warning light for anti theft immobilizer sensor An intact immobilizer system is indicated by the warning light for anti theft immobilizer sensor K117 lighting up and going out after approx 3 seconds when the ignition is switched on Warning light flashe...

Page 193: ...data wiring Warning light does not light up when the ignition is switched on if the immobilizer control module has detected an authorized key the immobilizer control module has not detected an incorrect engine control module the immobilizer control module is currently matching keys and after matching the keys no malfunction has occurred To troubleshoot perform the On Board Diagnostic OBD program a...

Page 194: ...d they will be stored in the Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC memory together with an indication of the type of malfunction A maximum of 4 DTCs can be stored simultaneously Sporadic malfunctions are automatically cancelled if they are not repeated in next 50 engine starts OBD must be initiated at the commencement of troubleshooting and the stored information checked with the VAG 1551 1552 Scan Tool or ...

Page 195: ...tion on the possible causes for pin pointed repair steps Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool and selecting functions Checking control module version Checking requirements All fuses OK according to wiring diagram Supply voltage OK at least 9 0 V Connect VAG 1551 using cable VAG 1551 3 as follows Connect cable VAG 1551 3 to diagnosis connector located below dash to left of steering column Indicated on dis...

Page 196: ...g instructions can be called up with the scan tool HELP button The button advances the program sequence In the operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer the function 00 Automatic test sequence can be carried out All vehicle control modules will be checked automatically Switch ignition on Switch printer on with Print button indicator lamp in button lights up Press button 1 for Rapid data transfer mode I...

Page 197: ...on number 14 characters VW Press button Indicated on display Indicated on display By pressing the HELP button a list of possible malfunction causes is printed out After correcting malfunctions enter address word 17 again for instrument cluster and confirm with Q button Indicated on display Press button Indicated on display If the HELP button is pressed a list of selectable functions is printed out...

Page 198: ...lizer On Board Diagnostic OBD Page 01 197 List of selectable functions Notes Do not select further functions other than those listed above which can be printed out after pressing the HELP button After the function is completed the VAG 1551 returns to the following start position Indicated on display ...

Page 199: ...ion 05 Erase DTC memory Switch printer on with Print button indicator lamp in button lights up Indicated on display Press buttons 0 and 2 to select Check DTC memory function 02 Indicated on display Confirm entry with Q button The number of stored DTCs appears in the display The stored DTCs are displayed and printed out one after another Locate DTC printed out in DTC table and correct Page 01 202 I...

Page 200: ...201 Switch ignition off and separate DLC Erasing DTC memory Notes After erasing the DTC memory its contents will automatically be indicated If the DTC memory cannot be erased again check the DTC memory and repair malfunctions Requirements DTC memory has been checked Page 01 198 All malfunctions repaired After the DTC memory has been successfully checked Indicated on display Press buttons 0 and 5 t...

Page 201: ... on display The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC memory is now erased Press button Indicated on display Notes If this appears in the display the test sequence is faulty If this appears in the display the test sequence is faulty Adhere exactly to the test sequence First check the Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC memory and if necessary repair any malfunctions ...

Page 202: ...ic OBD Anti theft immobilizer On Board Diagnostic OBD Page 01 201 Ending output Press buttons 0 and 6 to select End output function 06 Indicated on display Confirm entry with Q button Indicated on display Switch ignition off Disconnect harness connector to VAG 1551 Scan tool ...

Page 203: ...a sporadic fault and SP appears on the display After switching on the ignition malfunctions stored are first recognized as sporadic and are changed to static if they are present after the check has been completed If a sporadic malfunction is no longer present during the next 50 driving cycles ignition on for a minimum of 2 seconds it is erased The following table lists all the malfunctions with th...

Page 204: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Anti theft immobilizer On Board Diagnostic OBD Page 01 203 ...

Page 205: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Anti theft immobilizer On Board Diagnostic OBD Page 01 204 ...

Page 206: ...Volkswagen Jetta Golf GTI 1999 2000 Electrical Equipment On Board Diagnostic OBD Anti theft immobilizer On Board Diagnostic OBD Page 01 205 ...

Page 207: ...ue Block Indicated on display Press buttons 0 and 8 to select Read Measuring Value Block function 08 Indicated on display Confirm entry with Q button Indicated on display Press buttons 0 2 and 2 Confirm entry with Q button Notes When the printer is switched on the actual display is printed out Indicated on display for example Evaluating Measuring Value Block ...

Page 208: ...nction check engine control module DTC memory Engine control module answers 0 There is a malfunction in the engine control module or in wiring Check engine control module DTC memory Key condition OK 0 A faulty key or a key without transponder has been used An ignition key with an incorrect type of transponder was used fixed code transponder Induction coil malfunction Check DTC memory function 02 N...

Page 209: ...g different appears on the display the Matching of keys function must be performed Page 01 209 If a 0 is displayed in display field 3 An ignition key with an incorrect type of transponder was used Obtain a key with correct type of transponder Notes There are various types of ignition keys with various types of transponders Observe when ordering parts Press button Indicated on display ...

Page 210: ...st always be carried out for all the ignition keys including the existing ones The number of keys already matched will be displayed when the adaptation matching function is selected If only one key is matched the vehicle can be started immediately with this key If more than one key has been matched the vehicle can only be started immediately with the last key matched The matching procedure can be ...

Page 211: ...e Establishing secret number Page 01 215 Insert correct profile ignition key in ignition lock Connect VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer switch ignition on and enter address word 17 Instrument cluster After displaying the immobilizer identification Press button Indicated on display Press button 1 twice to select Login procedure function 11 Indicated on display Confirm entry with ...

Page 212: ...ated on the key fob and is visible by carefully scratching off the protective coating e g using coin Confirm entry with Q button Indicated on display If this appears on display for a brief moment The secret number is not accepted Enter secret number again Notes 3 attempts to enter the secret number are possible immediately The next 3 attempts are only possible after a minimum of 10 minutes if the ...

Page 213: ...llowing display appears Repeat adaptation by entering secret number Indicated on display The top line of the display shows that 2 ignition keys are matched to the system Press button Indicated on display Press button 0 four times and then enter number of all ignition keys to be matched including existing key e g 00003 max possible Qty 8 Confirm entry with Q button Indicated on display for 3 igniti...

Page 214: ...matched Press button Switch ignition off and remove key Insert next key in ignition starter lock and switch ignition on again The warning light K117 lights up for approx 2 seconds and then goes out As soon as warning light for anti theft immobilizer sensor K117 in instrument cluster goes out switch ignition off again Repeat this procedure until all keys are matched The warning light K117 flashes b...

Page 215: ...s When the ignition is switched off the time is not registered The matching of ignition keys is automatically terminated when Number of keys to be matched is reached An already matched key is used to switch the ignition on again and the ignition remains switched on for longer than 1 second DTC is stored Permissible matching period of 30 seconds is exceeded DTC is stored after switching ignition on...

Page 216: ...r Match ignition key Page 01 209 Determining secret number If the 4 digit secret number is not known or the key fob with the secret number is not available the secret number must be requested from the dealership or importer using the 14 character immobilizer control module identification number Initiate OBD of instrument cluster Read 14 character immobilizer identification number Indicated on disp...

Page 217: ...e replacement instrument cluster Match all vehicle keys Page 01 209 Enter identification number in vehicle documents Give secret number to customer Installing an instrument cluster that has already been used in another vehicle The engine control module must be matched to the replacement instrument cluster immobilizer Perform adaptation function after changing engine control module Page 01 217 Matc...

Page 218: ...it must be re matched If an authorized ignition key is not available but the secret number is new ignition keys must be manufactured and matched The matching can be interrupted with the C button of the VAG 1551 Requirements Authorized ignition key available Insert old authorized key in ignition lock Connect VAG 1551 select operating mode 1 Rapid data transfer Switch ignition on and enter address w...

Page 219: ...tation function 10 Indicated on display Confirm entry with Q button Indicated on display Press button 0 twice to select Channel 0 Confirm entry with Q Indicated on display Confirm entry with Q button Indicated on display Press button Indicated on display Notes When the ignition is next switched on the identification of the engine control module is read by the immobilizer control module and stored ...

Page 220: ...ostic wire between instrument cluster and VAG1551 OK Valid wiring diagram and Repair Manual available Malfunction Engine does not start when starting engine runs and stalls after approx 1 second Connect VAG 1551 and initiate On Board Diagnostic OBD Select engine control module with address word 01 Check DTC memory function 02 Possible cause DTC 17978 Engine control module blocked is stored in DTC ...

Page 221: ...nt cluster OBD with address word 17 Check DTC memory function 02 evaluate and correct malfunctions using DTC table Page 01 202 Notes After completing the repairs and matching the immobilizer components it is absolutely necessary that the engine control module DTC memory is checked and erased DTC 17978 Engine control module blocked is not stored in DTC memory this means There is no malfunction of t...

Page 222: ...splay example Compare14 digit identification number shown in display with identification number on key fob If identification numbers are different determine appropriate secret number according to the displayed identification number in display via the responsible distributor or importer Match all keys with correct secret number Malfunction Fail appears in odometer display in instrument cluster and ...

Page 223: ...ents and identification Key tag with covered secret number is available If not Determining secret number page 01 215 Mechanically correct key available Switch ignition on Twist setting knob for clock on instrument cluster clockwise while simultaneously pressing reset button for trip odometer counter In the display for the trip odometer counter 0000 appears and the first digit blinks Using the rese...

Page 224: ...rs and the third digit blinks Press reset button for trip odometer counter until valid third digit of secret number is displayed e g 4 Twist setting knob for clock In the trip odometer counter display 5340 appears and the fourth digit blinks Press reset button for trip odometer counter until valid fourth digit of secret number is displayed e g 9 In the trip odometer counter display 5349 appears ex...

Page 225: ...le is locked FAIL appears in the trip odometer display counter in the instrument cluster The waiting time between each set of attempts doubles each time to a maximum time of 255 minutes If during the input procedure no key button operation occurs for longer than 30 seconds the emergency start attempt is interrupted Switch ignition off and then start engine The emergency start function is not opera...

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