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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2001CABRIO GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMELOCKSKEYLESS ENTRYTESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) FOR RADIO-FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL FOR CENTRAL LOCKING, INITIATING
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
On Board Diagnostic (OBD) For Radio-Frequency Remote Control For Central Locking, Initiating
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION On Board Diagnostic (OBD) For Radio-Frequency Remote Control For Central Locking, Initiating
On Board Diagnostic (OBD) For Radio-frequency Remote Control For Central Locking, Initiating
Test requirements:
- All fuses OK according to wiring diagram.
- Battery voltage at least 9 volts.
NOTE:
- If nothing is indicated on display, check voltage supply for Fault read out device V.A.G 1551 according to wiring diagram, => Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Troubleshooting and Component Locations
- Depending on program, additional operating information can be printed out by pressing HELP button of Fault read out device V.A.G 1551.
- --> -button is used for advancing through program sequence.
- PRINT button is used for switching on printer (lamp in button illuminates).
- Fault read out device V.A.G 1551, connecting.
- Switch on ignition.
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX
- Press buttons - 3 - and - 5 - (35 is address word for vehicle system to be tested, "central locking system").
Indicated on display after entering address word 35:
Rapid data transfer Q
35 Central locking
- Press Q button to confirm input.
and then following is indicated:
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer
Scan tool sends address word 35
Fault read out device V.A.G 1551 scan tool display displays control module identification, e.g.:
7D0 959 800 B Radio-frequency control module 0001->
Coding 00001 WSC XXXXX
- Press --> -button.
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.