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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISA L L DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTC )TESTING AND INSPECTIONMANUFACTURER CODE CHARTSRADIO SYSTEMOUTPUT DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE (FUNCTION 03)
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)
Output Diagnostic Test Mode (Function 03)
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION Output Diagnostic Test Mode (Function 03)
Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM), (Function 03)
The Output Diagnostic Test Mode is part of the electrical check.
Output DTM checks for a short circuit between the speaker wires.
Check the DTC memory after performing output DTM.
Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM), initiating
NOTE:
- Output Diagnostic Test Mode cannot be initiated, or will be interrupted if engine is running or vehicle is moving,
- Use the -C- button to exit the test sequence at any time.
- Connect VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST), input address word 56 "Radio" and then press -> button, until "Select function XX" is shown in display.
Indicated on display (select function):
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Select function XX
- Press buttons -0- and -3- to select "Output Diagnostic Test Mode" function 03.
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer Q
03 - Output Diagnostic Test Mode
- Press -Q- button to confirm input.
Indicated on display
Output Diagnostic Test Mode ->
Speaker
Speakers are tested with a test current.
If a speaker circuit is detected as faulty by the system, a DTC will be stored in DTC memory.
- Check DTC memory.
- If necessary repair wiring or speaker, erase DTC memory and repeat Output Diagnostic Test Mode
- Press -> button.
Indicated on display:
Output Diagnostic Test Mode ->
Output Radio Display Instrument Cluster
- Press -> button.
Indicated on display:
Output Diagnostic Test Mode ->
END
- Press -> button.
Indicated on display (select function):
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Select function XX
- End output (function 06).
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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.