Brake systems · Anti-lock brake system · Connecting VAS 5051 and selecting functions

Connecting -VAS 5051- and selecting functions

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system - VAS 5051-
  • Diagnostic cable -VAS 5051/1- or -VAS 5051/3-
  • Plug in connector of diagnostic cable -VAS 5051/1- or - VAS 5051/3- at diagnostic connection -arrow-.
  • Switch on tester -arrow-.

The tester is ready for operation when the selector buttons for the operating modes appear on the screen.

  • Switch on ignition.
  • Touch Guided Fault Finding on screen.
  • Select one after another:
  • Brand
  • Type
  • Model year
  • Body version
  • Engine code
  • Confirm data entered.

Wait until tester has interrogated all control units in vehicle.

  • Press Go to and select function “Function/component selection”.
  • Select “Running gear” on display.
  • Select “Brake systems” on display.
  • Select “01 Self-diagnosis capable system …” shown on display.
  • Select “Anti-lock brake system…” shown on the display.
  • Select “Function” shown on display.

Now all possible functions from the anti-lock brake system installed in the vehicle will be displayed.

  • Select desired function on display.