Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM), vehicles from 06.01 on
The components displayed in the Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) can differ depending upon the equipment fitted to the vehicle. For example on vehicles without ATA there will be no step "1" as listed in the table below.
The Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) activates the following components in the stated sequence:
| Step | Display in tester | Reaction |
| 1 | Interior light, reading lights |
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| 2 | "Safe" LED driver's door |
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| 3 | Instrument illumination |
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| 4 | Signal close sliding roof |
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| 5 | Turn signal lights activation (for anti-theft alarm) |
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| 6 | Alarm horn (for anti-theft alarm) |
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| 7 | END |
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1) When performing Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) "Signal close sliding roof", the ignition and S-terminal must be inactive (no key in ignition/starter switch) and one of the front doors must be open.
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items
- V.A.G 1551 Scan tool or V.A.G 1552 vehicle system tester with V.A.G 1551/3 cable
- V.A.G 1594 Adapter set
- V.A.G 1527 LED test light
- Wiring diagram
Work sequence
- Connecting scan tool. Refer to Scan tool, connecting . Initiating On Board Diagnostic (OBD). Refer to Convenience system, initiating On Board Diagnostic (OBD) .
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer HELP Select function XX |
- Operate scan tool taking into account the information on the display:
- Input 03 for "Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)" function.
- Switch off ignition and remove ignition key from ignition lock.
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer Q 03 Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) |
- Confirm entry with the -Q- button.
Indicated on display:
| Final Control Diagnosis → |
Perform Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) by pressing button for each individual tests: See table in Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM), vehicles from 06.01 on .
Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) can be terminated by pressing the -C- button.
- Press → button.
If a component does not function:
- Continue Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) to the end.
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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.