Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST)

1996 Audi A4 Base, StandardSECTION Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST)
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  • Place selector lever in position "P" or "N" and engage parking brake.
  • With ignition off, connect VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST) VAG 1551/3 adapter cable to Data Link Connector (DLC), located under driver's knee bar, to left of steering wheel.
  • Fig 1: Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST) VAG 1551/3 Adapter Cable To Data Link Connector (DLC)
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  • Switch printer on by pressing PRINT button (indicator light in button comes on).
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