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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1999A8 QUATTROREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 72 (ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) - RADIO, NAVIGATION, STEERING & TELEMATICS)NAVIGATION SYSTEM III (NS-LOW) THROUGH M.Y. 2001, ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD)OUTPUT DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE (DTM) (FUNCTION 03)NOTES
1999 Audi A8 Quattro
Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) (function 03): Notes
1999 Audi A8 QuattroSECTION Notes
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NOTE:
- Output Diagnostic Test Mode is only possible when vehicle is stationary and engine is not running!
- The navigation system must be switched on.
- If a malfunction is detected during output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM), possibly Find and repair malfunction cause.
- Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) can only be performed once. Switch ignition off and on again to perform Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) again.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.