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1. 11888 Press left right button to choose number of places Press up down button to enter the passing code and then press Enter The following will be displayed if you login successfully 16 Security Access successfully login If failed it shows as the following 16 Security Access Failed to communica tet 3 10 Advanced ID 15 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Choose 1A Advanced ID and then press Enter button It shows as the following 1A Advanced ID Serial number YWZ7 2664945762 Identification GS 682 Date 4 61 807V Revision 66630069 Test stand number 916 Press Esc to draw out 3 11 System being ready Press 15 Readiness and then press Enter it shows as the following 15 Readiness Function not suppo rted by this ECU Press Esc to login out 3 12 Professional function Return to the main memu choose Diagnose and then press Enter Press right arrow to go to the next page Choose Special Function Press Enter It will show the following 16 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Special Function Oil Reset Srs Reset 3 12 1 Choose Oil Reset and press Enter it shows as the following Qil Reset Connecting If connect successfully it displays the following one by one Oil Reset Finish Press Esc to draw out 3 12 2 Choose Srs Reset and Enter it shows as the2. Led te Stinus p anreta eeey eT iesiri 19 7 Key testing crer E A vase deel Nees eens i 19 8 ADOUT a teans Sn e ahs Geass E E E shee KAES 20 9 Location of Data Linking Connection 21 VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Safety Precautions To avoid personal injury instrument damage and or damage to your vehicle do not use the VAG401 before reading this manual This manual describes common test procedures used by experienced service technicians Many test procedures require precautions to avoid accidents that can result in personal injury and or damage to your vehicle or test equipment Always read your vehicle s service manual and follow its safety precautions before and during any test or service procedure ALWAYS observe the following general safety precautions e When an engine is running it produces carbon monoxide a toxic and poisonous gas To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning operate the vehicle ONLY in a well ventilated area e To protect your eyes from propelled objects as well as hot or caustic liquids always wear approved safety eye protection e When an engine is running many parts such as the coolant fan pulleys fan belt etc turn at high speed To avoid serious injury always be aware of moving parts Keep a safe distance from these parts as well as other potentially moving objects e Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running To prevent severe burns avoid contact with hot engi
3. The VAG401 aids in monitoring electronic and emissions related faults in your vehicle and retrieving fault codes related to malfunctions in these systems Mechanical problems such as low oil level or damaged hoses wiring or electrical connectors can cause poor engine performance and may also cause a false fault code Fix any known mechanical problems before performing any test See your vehicle s service manual or a mechanic for more information Check the following areas before starting any test e Check the engine oil power steering fluid transmission fluid if applicable engine coolant and other fluids for proper levels Top off low fluid levels if needed e Make sure the air filter is clean and in good condition Make sure all air filter ducts are properly connected Check the air filter ducts for holes rips or cracks e Make sure all engine belts are in good condition Check for cracked torn brittle loose or missing belts e Make sure mechanical linkages to engine sensors throttle gearshift position transmission etc are secure and properly connected See your vehicle s service manual for locations e Check all rubber hoses radiator and steel hoses vacuum fuel for leaks cracks blockage or other damage Make sure all hoses are routed and connected properly e Make sure all spark plugs are clean and in good condition Check for damaged loose disconnected or missing spark plug wires e Make sure the battery
4. following 17 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Srs Reset Connecting If connected successfully it will read code before it returns to the original if it finds error code it will display the following Srs Reset Clear DTC First Do you want to result Forcible Then press Enter and it will force the implementation of reset command and will display as the following after success Srs Reset Finish If you don t want to force the implementation of reset command please press Esc to draw out After finishing code erasing you can reset airbag 18 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA 4 Language select Choose Language at the main memu Then press Enter The screen will display as the following Language gt English Geman Italian Russian French Portuguese Polski Greek 5 Contrast value adaptation Choose Contrast at the main memu Then press Enter The screen will display as the following Contrast 75 Simply press up down arrow to set and then press Enter to confirm 6 Lcd test Choose Lcd Test at the main memu Press Enter The screen will display the following dynamic image 19 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA When after testing it will show Test end as what the following shows LED Test Test end 7 Key testing Choose Keypad Test at the main memu Press En
5. GS 1616 Shop I mp 666 Extra Geraet66060 COD 6663163 WSC 68608 Reading system inf ormation 3 2 Read Fault Codes Select 02 Fault Codes and then press Enter key The screen will show the error code and you can press up or down key to check out each error code as the following 10 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA 62 Fault Codes 62 Fault Codes 68779 17 Outside Air Temp ensor G17 616 Open or Short Trouble Codes 4 to Plas 3 3 Erase fault codes Select 05 Clear Codes and then press Enter as the following 65 Clear Codes Do you want to era se all the fault c ode s You need to press Enter button for the second time to perform code erase Of course you can also press Esc button to give u If code erasing successfully it will display as the following 65 Clear Codes Erase fault code s successfullyt 3 4 Read measuring data value Select 08 Measure Blocks and then press Enter as the following 11 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA 68 Neasure Blocks Input group 8 255 662 Press the left right to choose the number of places by up down button to select the input number and press Enter button to confirm Figure shows that Group 662 20008 88 k 6 48 1 516 88 ohm 58 08 3 5 Output test Select 03 Output Test and then press Enter If failed it will display as the f
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7. assis Comfort Conv Electronics 1 Electronics 2 Special Function Systems that the VAG401 supports are listed as the following 7 ones Each system in the 7 kinds comes with similar operation method Press Common then press Enter The screen will show the systems most cars shares See the following Common 61 Eng ine 62 fAuto Trans 63 ABS Brakes 68 fAuto HVAC 69 Cent Elect 15 Airbags 16 Steering wheel Pp 17 Instruments 8 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Now we can select any one system say selecting 17 Instruments then press Enter The screen will display as the following shows 17 Instruments Connecting If it runs successfully then the following will be displayed 17 Instruments VAG Number 1KD9268 3 Component KOMBI INS TRUMENT 5GS 1616 Shop I mp 660 Extra Geraet66060 COD 6663163 WSC 88888 Press Enter button or Esc button 17 Instruments 61 Controller Info 62 Fault Codes 65 Clear Codes 68 Neasure Blocks 63 Output Tests 64 Basic Settings 16 Adaptation 67 Coding 9 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA If failed then it displays the following 17 Instruments Failed to connect 3 1 READ ECU version Select 01 READ ECU version and then press Enter key The screen will display the control unit information 61 Controller Info 17 Instruments VAG Number 1KD9268 3 Component KOMBI INS TRUMENT 5
8. can be run detachedly without PC 2 Available Functions e Controller Info e Fault Codes e Clear Codes e Measure Blocks e Output Tests e Basic Settings e Adaptation e Coding e Security Access e Readiness e Advanced ID 3 Supported Systems VAG401 can support the following systems e Engine e Auto Trans e ABS Brakes e Auto HVAC e Cent Elect e Airbags e Steering wheel e Instruments With other systems totally over tens here not listed one by one 4 Professional function Oil Reset Srs Reset Throttle Adaption Mileage Reset EEPROM Access 4 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA 5 Main features Display Backlit LCD 160 160 pixel display Favorable about only 10 of that of professional tool Powerful function with all the function of VAG1551 1552 Conveniently connection and simply operation Powered via diagnostic connector no need of power exteriorly charged Operating Temperature 20 C to 50 C e Storage Temperature 50 C to70 C 6 Appearance and Key Descriptions The appearance of a VAG401 is as shown in the above figure D GN LCD screen 160 160 Enter key confirm selection and enter Esc key go back to the previous screens up down arrows moves the selection pointer and scrolls up or down LEFT RIGHT arrows move cursor Diagnostic extension cable OBDII 16PIN 5 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Operation Instructions 1 Preparation for Testing
9. ne parts e Before starting an engine for testing or trouble shooting make sure the parking brake is engaged Put the transmission in park for automatic transmission or neutral for manual transmission Block the drive wheels with suitable blocks e Connecting or disconnecting test equipment when the ignition is ON can damage test equipment and the vehicle s electronic components Turn the ignition OFF before connecting the VAG501 to or disconnecting the VAG401 from the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC e To prevent damage to the on board computer when taking vehicle electrical measurements always use a digital multimeter with at least 10meg Ohms of impedance e Fuel and battery vapors are highly flammable To prevent an explosion 2 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA keep all sparks heated items and open flames away from the battery and fuel fuel vapors DO NOT SMOKE NEAR THE VEHICLE DUR ING TESTING e Don t wear loose clothing or jewelry when working on an engine Loose clothing can become caught in the fan pulleys belts etc Jewelry is highly conductive and can cause a severe burn if it makes contact between a power source and ground 3 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA About VAG401 1 Applications VAG401 is the higher version based on VAG5053 with powerful function It can work on VW AUDI SEAT and SKODA With its smart appearance and powerful function it can be conveniently used and
10. ollowing 63 Output Tests Tachometer G5 If succeeded it will display as the following 12 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA 63 Output Tests Tachometer G5 OK 3 6 Basic items setting Select 04 Basic Settings and then press Enter The way of operating likes that of point 3 4 regarding of measuring data value 64 Basic Settings Function not suppo rted by this ECU 3 7 Route adaptation Select 10 Adaptation and then press Enter The way of operating likes that of point 3 4 regarding of measuring data value 16 Adaptation 16 Adaptation Input group 255 Function not suppo rted by this ECU 626 13 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA 3 8 Coding Select 07 Coding and then press Enter It will display as the following 67 Coding Input Software cod ing 66663163 Press Left or Right key to choose the number of places by Up or Down key to input number Press Enter button to confirm 67 Coding Input Equipment Nu mber 108888088 After all information written press Enter If operation is successful it will display as the following 87 Coding successfully write Coding 14 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA 3 9 Login the system Choose 16 Security Access and then press Enter button It shows as the following 16 Security Access Input password
11. ter The screen will display the following interface Keypad Test Keypad Test Press ESC to return Press ESC to return 20 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Keypad Test Press ESC to return Keypad Test Press ESC to return Keypad Test Press ESC to return Keypad Test Press ESC to return Press any key then the screen will flash due to corresponding to your cooperation Double Esc you can withdraw from the testing 8 About Choose About and then press Enter Then screen will display the version of this tool HW 1 68 SW 5 6 Autool d Date Jun 4 2818 Copyright c 2616 All Rights Reserve About S N VAG461 88888 9 Location of Data Linking Connection www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Refer to the picture of OBD II 16pin as the following For VW GOLF it locates in the right side of steering column for Jetta it locates in the left side of the bottom of the dashboard which is at the driver s ca for Santana it locates the dust proof gearbox which is in the front For more details please refer to the vehicle repairing manual 22 www Xtooltech com
12. terminals are clean and tight Check for corrosion or broken connections Check for proper battery and charging system voltages e Check all electrical wiring and harnesses for proper connection Make sure wire insulation is in good condition and there are no bare wires e Make sure the engine is mechanically sound If needed perform a compression check engine vacuum check timing check if applicable etc 6 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA 2 Connect the VAG401 2 1 Turn the ignition on 2 2 Locate the vehicle s 16 pin Data Link Connector DLC 2 3 Connect the VAG401 cable connector to the vehicle s DLC Turn on the ignition The VAG401 will auto start the following screen will be displayed 2 a 2 XTOOL MUsko VAG401 www Xtooltech com 2 4 Wait a moment the screen will auto display the main menu VAG461 Diagnose Language Contrast Display Test Keypad Test Information e Diagnose diagnose e Language language select e Contrast Contrast adaptation e Display Test Lcd test e Keypad Test Keypad test e Information show version 7 www Xtooltech com VAG401 VW AUDI SEAT SKODA 3 Diagnosis system Select Diagnosis system and then press enter key The screen will display the system selection menu as follow VAG461 V1 6 Now we can select a version then press Enter The screen will display as the following shows V1 6 Common Drivetrain Ch
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