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


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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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