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.
Oil change or inspection
The service reminder will first appear 2000 km before the next service is due. The display message comes up for 5 seconds in the central display.
Display message: "SERVICE IN XXXX km"
When service becomes due, the display will show: "SERVICE"
| Language | Service Required |
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| German | Other languages | |
| "SERVICE IN XXXX km" | "SERVICE IN XXXX MI" | Oil change / inspection |
| "SERVICE" | "SERVICE" | Oil change / inspection |
- Connect VAG 1551. Refer to Connecting VAG 1551: .
- Switch ignition on.
| VAG - ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC HELP 1 - Rapid data transfer 1) 2 - Flash code output 1) |
Indicated in display
1) appears alternately
- Enter -1- to select "Rapid data transfer."
| Rapid data transfer HELP Enter address word XX |
Indicated on display
- Enter -1- and -7- to select the address word "Dash panel insert" and confirm entry with -Q- button.
| 8N1919930 KOMBI + WEGF. M73 D15 → Coding 06244 WSC 06812 |
Indicated on display (example)
NO RELATED
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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.