Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) (Function 03)

1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) (Function 03)



Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)


NOTE:
- Only perform output Diagnostic Test Mode when vehicle is stationary and engine is not running!
- Switch on ignition
- Switch on low beams.
- If malfunctions are found during output Diagnostic Test Mode, determine cause of malfunction and replace faulty component if necessary


The following system conditions can be activated during actuator test:
- Headlights are lowered
- Headlights are raised
- Warning lamp is activated

Initiating output Diagnostic Test Mode
- Press buttons -0- and -3- to select "output Diagnostic Test Mode" function 03.

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer Q
03 - Output Diagnostic Test Mode


- Press -Q- button to confirm input: Output Diagnostic Test Mode for automatic vertical headlight aim control is initiated immediately.

Indicated on display:


Output Diagnostic Test Mode ->
Lower headlights


The headlights will be lowered until program is switched further or the lower end position is reached.

- Press -> button.

Indicated on display:


Output Diagnostic Test Mode ->
Raise headlights


The headlights will be raised until program is switched further or the upper end position is reached.

- Press -> button.

Indicated on display:


Output Diagnostic Test Mode ->
Signal wire to instrument cluster


Warning symbol (auto. vert. headlight aim control) is indicated in the center display of the instrument cluster.

Indicated on display:


Output Diagnostic Test Mode ->
END


- Press -> button.

The tester returns to the "Select function" mode.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
RENDER: 1.0x

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