Code Information

- All the possible DTCs which are recognized by the Transmission Control Module -J217- and displayed on the VAG 1551 Scan Tool with the printer switched on, are listed below grouped according to the DTC number
- If malfunctions occur only occasionally or if the DTC memory was not erased after correcting the malfunctions, these will be displayed as "sporadic malfunctions" for a stipulated period of time See TCM -J217- recognition. On Board Diagnostic (OBD) Function
- If components are indicated as being faulty when the DTC memory is checked, additionally test wiring to the components for short and open circuits according to the wiring diagram. See Electrical Wiring Diagrams.
- The and the type of malfunction in numbers is printed out in the "rapid data transfer" mode only when the printer of the VAG 1551 Scan Tool is switched on.
Example: DTC (5-digit) 65535 XYZ (type of DTC, 3 digits - this 3-digit indicator is not covered in the table)
- With the 7.0 program card, the DTC type is described in text below the affected component.

Output on printer
VAG 1551

No DTC recognized! If "No DTC recognized" appears after performing repairs, the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) is completed.
If the automatic transmission does not operate properly after checking the DTC memory and correcting any malfunctions:
See Measured value block, reading. Measured Value Block, Reading

NOTE:
Do not replace the Transmission Control Module -J217- or return the system to the basic setting. Basic Setting, Initiating
Until the possible cause of any malfunction has been determined and the following types of malfunction have been corrected:
- mechanical malfunctions
- hydraulic malfunctions
- all affected electrical/electronic components and wiring connections.