Safety Warning
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Reading readiness code
Test sequence
- Connect vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS5051. Refer to Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS5051, connecting and select functions and select vehicle system "01 -Engine electronics" in selection. Engine must be running at idling speed.
Display on VAS5051:
- Under -1- select diagnostic function "08 - Read measured value block".
Display on VAS5051:
1 - Enter display group
- Enter "086" for "display group number 086" in zone -2- and confirm entry by pressing -Q- button.
Display on VAS5051:
- Check indication in display field -1-.
- Specified value: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
| Display zones | ||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| Display group 086: Readiness code | ||||
| Display | 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 | X X X X X X X X | X X X X X X X X | X X X X X X X X |
| Display | Ready bits Completed tests |
Individual tests performed | Individual tests performed | Individual tests performed |
| Range | 1 = not completed 0 = completed |
1 = not completed 0 = completed |
1 = not completed 0 = completed |
1 = not completed 0 = completed |
| Specified value | 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 | X X X X X X X X | X X X X X X X X | X X X X X X X X |
| Explanation of readiness code. Refer to Reading readiness code | ||||
Note on display zone 1:
Display zone 1 is the most important. This display indicates which system has been checked by the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) since the last time the DTC memory was erased or since installation of a new control module. After erasing the DTC memory, all testable values are set to "1" and then to "0" after successful completion of the test.
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | Notes on display group 086, display zone 1 |
Catalytic converter diagnosis
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Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system
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Secondary air system
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Oxygen sensors
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Oxygen sensor heating
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If the specification "0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0" is achieved in display zone 1:
- Press ← button.
If specified value is not obtained:
- Generate readiness code. Refer to Readiness code, generating .
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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.