Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
Important notes:

Note:
^ In the following, all possible malfunctions are listed in ascending order of DTC. These malfunctions can be recognized by the transmission control module -J217-. They are then displayed on the VAS5051 tester or VAG1551 scan too.
^ Starting here is a list of all the DTCs with all MIL conditions. The DTC is only printed out in the "Rapid data transfer" operating mode when the printer of the VAG1551 ST is switched on. Example: DTC 16987 P0603
^ If malfunctions only occur sometimes or if DTC memory was not erased after malfunction repair, these malfunctions are displayed as "sporadic malfunctions" for a predetermined time period.
^ If components are indicated as being faulty during the check of DTC memory, also test the wiring to the components for short circuit open circuit according to wiring diagram, Electrical Wiring Diagrams.

List of all DTCs with the MIL condition

Notes:
^ Dcy = Driving cycle, conditions for recognition of a Dcy.
^ Meaning of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).
^ The "MIL" column in the DTC table indicates the condition of for which the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) would be switched on. If, for example, "2 Dcy" is indicated in the table, the MIL would light up after two driving cycles. If "Off" is indicated, the malfunction has no influence on the MIL. If "On" is indicated, the MIL will light up immediately after the malfunction occurs.