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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2009A6 BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 84 (3.0L - ENGINE CONTROLS - GENERIC SCAN TOOL, ENGINE CODES: AVK, BGN [AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEARS, HYDRAULIC CONTROLS - GENERIC SCAN TOOL])GENERIC SCAN TOOLDIAGNOSTIC MODE, SELECTINGDIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - RESET/DELETE DIAGNOSTIC DATA
2009 Audi A6 Base
Diagnostic Mode 04 - Reset/Delete Diagnostic Data
2009 Audi A6 BaseSECTION Diagnostic Mode 04 - Reset/Delete Diagnostic Data
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Audi A4, 2005 Audi A4, 2004 Audi A4, 2003 Audi A4, and 2002 Audi A4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Diagnostic Mode 04 is used to reset or delete the following stored information:
- All emission related malfunctions in the DTC memory.
- The operating conditions at which a malfunction was stored will be reset.
- All adaptation values.
- The test results of all diagnostic functions.
NOTE:
- Depending on scan tool and protocol used, diagnostic mode 04 and the information provided may be referred to by a different name.
Procedure
- Connect the scan tool.
- Switch the ignition to the "ON" position.
- Select "Diagnostic Mode 03: Interrogating fault memory ".
- Then select "Mode 4: Reset/delete diagnostic data".
The scan tool will display: "Diagnostic data are being erased".
- Switch the ignition off.
End of procedure
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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.