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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2001CABRIO GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONMONITORS, TRIPS, DRIVE CYCLES AND READINESS CODESREADINESS CODE READING
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Readiness Code Reading
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Readiness Code Reading
Readiness Code, Displaying
Special tools and equipment
- VAG 1551 Scan Tool (or VAG 1552) with cable VAG 1551/3
Work sequence
- Connect VAG 1551 Scan Tool (or VAG 1552). Switch ignition on and select engine control module with "Address word" 01. (Connecting scan tool and selecting engine control module Selectable Functions When Using VAG1551/1552 or VAS 5051).
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
- Press keys 1 and 5 for the "Readiness code" function and confirm entry with Q key.
Must appear on display when all diagnosis functions have been successfully completed:
Indicated on display
Readiness code
00000000 - Test complete
- Press -> key.
- Press keys 0 and 6 for the "End data transfer" function and confirm input with Q key.
Indicated on display:
Readiness code
00101101 - Test not complete
One of the diagnostic checks has not run through successfully:
- Press -> key.
- Generate readiness code Readiness Code Generating (VW Drive Cycle).
Significance of 8 digit number block for readiness code
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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.