Clearing Codes: Cabriolet

1998 Audi A4 Avant Quattro, AutomaticSECTION Cabriolet
  1. VAG 1551 scan tool is necessary for clearing codes. Follow scan tool prompts for clearing codes. After clearing codes, it is necessary to generate a PCM readiness code.
  2. A PCM readiness code resets specific values to zero. To generate a readiness code, a mixed city and highway drive cycle must be performed. Vehicle must travel for 1.5-5.0 minutes at speeds of 50-63 MPH (with a 5-8 second deceleration) with manual transmission in 4th or 5th gear or automatic transmission shift lever in 4th position.
  3. If vehicle altitude is 5906 feet or more, a readiness code cannot be generated until vehicle is taken to a lower altitude. Follow scan tool prompts for generating a PCM readiness code.
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