Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1998A8 SEDAN (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLANTILOCK BRAKES / TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONREADING AND CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODESERASE DTC MEMORY (SCAN TOOL FUNCTION 05)
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)
Erase DTC Memory (Scan Tool Function 05)
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Erase DTC Memory (Scan Tool Function 05)
Erase DTC Memory
Requirements
^ DTC memory checked
- Press (arrow) button.
Indicated on display
- Press buttons -0- and -5- to select "Erase DTC Memory" function 05.
Indicated on display
- Press the -Q- button to confirm input.
Indicated on display
- Press (arrow) button.
Indicated on display
Notes:
^ If this is displayed, the check sequence has not been carried out.
^ Follow the test sequence exactly, that is first check DTC memory, then erase DTC memory in the same diagnostic cycle.
Requirements
^ DTC memory checked
- Press (arrow) button.
Indicated on display
- Press buttons -0- and -5- to select "Erase DTC Memory" function 05.
Indicated on display
- Press the -Q- button to confirm input.
Indicated on display
- Press (arrow) button.
Indicated on display
Notes:
^ If this is displayed, the check sequence has not been carried out.
^ Follow the test sequence exactly, that is first check DTC memory, then erase DTC memory in the same diagnostic cycle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.