2006 Audi A4 Base, 2D ConvertibleFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Test sequence

  • Connect Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051 or VAG 1551. See VAS 5051 VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC, TESTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEM, CONNECTING AND SELECTING FUNCTIONS . Select control module for engine electronics 1 by inserting address word 01. Engine must be running at idle for this test.

    Indicated on display:

    Fig 1: Identifying VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnostic Display - Checking Misfire Recognition (1 Of 4)
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  • Press buttons -0- and -8- to select "Read Measuring Value Block" function 08 and press Q button to confirm input.

    Indicated on display:

    Fig 2: Identifying VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnostic Display - Checking Misfire Recognition (2 Of 4)
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  • Press buttons -0-, -1- and -4- to input "display group number 14" and press Q button to confirm input.

    Indicated on display:

    Fig 3: Identifying VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnostic Display - Checking Misfire Recognition (3 Of 4)
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  • Check misfire detection.
DISPLAY GROUP 014: MISFIRE RECOGNITION

  Display zones
  1 2 3 4
Display group 014: Misfire recognition 
Display  xxx rpm xxx % xxx  -
Display  Engine speed Load Total misfire  Misfire recognition 
Range  min.: 550 RPM max.: 7200 RPM min.: 0 max.: 100   activated 
not activated 
Specified value  600 to 820 rpm xx.x % 0 to 5  activated 
Note:  - - If the specified value is not reached: Evaluation display field 3  : EVALUATING DISPLAY GROUPS 014, 015 AND 016, DISPLAY FIELD 3: . -

If the specified value is reached:

  • Press -> button.

Indicated on display (function selection):

Fig 4: Identifying VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnostic Display - Checking Misfire Recognition (4 Of 4)
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If specified value is not obtained:

  • To switch to display group 015 Press up button.
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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.

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