Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 713

SCAN TOOL CONNECTING 

All functions which could previously be performed with V.A.G 1551/1552 can also be performed with the new 
tester VAS 5051 in the operating mode vehicle OBD. 

Connecting VAS 5051 

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With ignition switched off, connect tester VAS 5051 to Data Link Connector using diagnosis cable VAS 
5051/1 or VAS 5051/3.  

Selecting operating mode: 

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Press button on display for "Vehicle OBD".  

Selecting vehicle system: 

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Press "03 - Brake electronics" on display. 

WARNING:

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You must always secure testing and measuring equipment on the 
rear seat.  

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When vehicle is being driven, only a second technician operate this 
equipment.  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 BRAKES On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - New Beetle

  

Fig. 155: Connecting Tester VAS 5051 To Data Link Connector Using Diagnosis Cable VAS 5051/1 
or VAS 5051/3 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

The control module identification and coding are indicated on the display. 

Selecting diagnosis function: 

All diagnostic functions available are indicated on the display. 

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Press button on display for desired function.  

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Further measures see repair procedures. 

V.A.G 1551 SCAN TOOL, CONNECTING AND SELECTING FUNCTION 

Special tools and equipment 

NOTE:

The following test sequences are for V.A.G 1551 scan tool.

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All functions that have so far been carried out with V.A.G 1551 can now 
also be carried out with the tester VAS 5051.  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 BRAKES On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - New Beetle

  

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V.A.G 1551 scan tool 

Fig. 156: Identifying V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

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V.A.G 1551/3 or 1551/3A adapter cable 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 BRAKES On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - New Beetle

  

Fig. 157: Identifying V.A.G 1551/3 Or 1551/3A Adapter Cable
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

Work sequence 

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Connect V.A.G 1551 scan tool using cable V.A.G 1551/3. 

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Connect VAS 5051, see ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD), PERFORMING . 

Fig. 158: Connecting V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool Using Cable V.A.G 1551/3 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

Indicated on display: See Fig. 159 . 

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 Is displayed alternately

 

NOTE:

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If the display does not indicate as described in the work sequence: 

See Scan tool operating instructions 

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If due to an input malfunction "Malfunction in the data transfer!" is 
displayed, disconnect wire off scan tool, reconnect and repeat work 
step.  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 BRAKES On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - New Beetle