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Texts with this symbol contain information relating to your safety and how you can reduce the risk of serious injuries. The WARNING symbol requires particular attention for your safety. VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
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Note on further safety instructions The general safety instructions, which are valid for the VAS 6558A, are listed in the following. Further safety instructions are to be found in the operating manuals. Therefore, please read the operating manuals before use.
The high voltage battery provides hazardous voltages. Make sure that nobody comes in contact with connections of the hybrid battery, connecting cables of the hybrid battery or other visible parts under high voltage. VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
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For other measurements use the hybrid measurement adapter for leakage resistance measurement, VAS 6558A/1-2* or the hybrid measurement adapter for air conditioning compressor, VAS 6558A/1-3*. In any case observe the user guidance of the software! 6. Warning! The test object must be de-energised during high voltage insulation measurement.
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Risk of explosions The VAS 6558A has internal parts which emit sparks and therefore must not be exposed to flammable fumes. The VAS 6558A should be operated at least 460 mm (18 inches) above the floor surface since fumes from fuels and other materials accumulate at floor level.
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The VAS 6558A may only be used within the measurement ranges stipulated in the technical data and descriptions in the operating manual. Do not perform measurements on damaged leads. VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
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/ or the VAS 6558A. 21. Caution! when cleaning the VAS 6558A Before cleaning the VAS 6558A, pull out the USB cable and measuring cables! Clean the VAS 6558A only with a dry cloth. Do not use cleaners or solvents.
Please note the indications of the connected controller/PC/notebook/tester regarding contamination! 2. Caution! If the VAS 6558A is used in a way we did not specify, the protection provided by the VAS 6558A may be impaired! VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved.
Please report directly to Equipment Solutions, Volkswagen of America: Fax.: 800-892-9651. Exception - Japan: Please report directly to your sales centre, VGJ Japan: Fax.: 03-3570-3066. VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
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Your AVL DiTEST Service Center Temperature compensation When delivering the VAS 6558A in the winter, the inside of the device must be prevented from becoming moist. For this reason, we request that you allow the device to stand for approx. 3 hours at the location from which it is...
Black Kelvin clamp EU8022 *) Only for use with VW Tuareg, Audi Q5, Porsche Cayenne und Porsche Panamera! **) Used for VW Jetta Hybrid! VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
Unpacking instructions Fig. 3-1 Packaging VAS 6558A Scope of delivery Unpack the VAS 6558A and check the contents as described in chapter 2, “System delivery”. VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
Startup Startup Using the VAS 6558A with ODIS Service If you want to use the VAS 6558A with ODIS Service, please install the ODIS System first. Please connect the VAS6558A to your computer before starting ODIS for the first time.
Installation of VAS 6558A 4.2.1 Caution! Install the VAS 6558A software before you connect the VAS 6558A to the tester/specified laptop! Log on with a user account which has administration rights. Insert the CD/DVD in the DVD drive of the VAS 5051B/VAS 5052A or VAS 6150 / VAS 6160 (spec.
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Startup The VAS 6558A software is installed. This can take a few minutes. Fig. 4-2 Installation in progress Click “Finish”. Fig. 4-3 Installation finished VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
Fig. 4-4 Uninstallation, software Confirm the query by clicking “Yes”. Fig. 4-5 Uninstallation, query After uninstallation, close the window by clicking the cross (top right). VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
VAS 6558A Service information Information on service centres, the fault report fax and service terms; see /4/, service information, chapter 2 “Relevant service centres”. VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
VAS 6558A with VAS 6556 workshop trolley / VAS 6556A Hang the VAS 6558A on the cable hooks (a) and run the USB cable in front of the backplate (b) in the equipment trolley. Fig. 5-1 VAS 6558A on the cable hooks VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved.
Please note: The “Fischer-to-USB”-Connector is an accessory from Volkswagen with part no.: ASE 405 258 00 000. Fig. 5-2 Connecting the VAS 6558A to the VAS 5052A docking station VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
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Please note: The “Fischer-to-USB”-Connector is an accessory from Volkswagen with part no.: ASE 405 258 00 000. Fig. 5-3 Connecting the VAS 6558A to VAS 5052A VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
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Please note: The “Fischer-to-USB” Connector is an accessory from Volkswagen with part no.: ASE 405 258 00 000. Fig. 5-4 Connecting the VAS 6558A to VAS 5052A VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
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Please note: The “Fischer-to-USB” Connector is an accessory from Volkswagen with part no.: ASE 405 258 00 000. VAS 5051B Fig. 5-5 Connecting the VAS 6558A to VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
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Please note: The “Fischer-to-USB” Connector is an accessory from Volkswagen with part no.: ASE 405 258 00 000. Fig. 5-6 Connecting the VAS 6558A to VAS 6150A (specified laptop) VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
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VAS6150B (b). Please make sure that the connector fits correctly. Fig. 5-7 Connecting the VAS 6558A to VAS 6150B / VAS 6160 (specified laptop) VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
3 hours to allow for temperature compensation. The VAS 6558A is supplied with current via the USB interface. For instructions on connecting the VAS 6558A to the USB interface, see chapter. 5.2 Caution! Before using the VAS 6558A, read through the operating manuals.
The VAS 6558A software is installed. Click “Finish”. Adaptation of the cable 1. Hang the VAS 6558A on the cable hooks (a) and run the USB cable in front of the backplate (b) in the equipment trolley. Fig. 7-1 VAS 6558A on the cable hooks VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved.
Fig. 7-2 Connecting the VAS 5052A at VAS 6150B / VAS 6160 Starting the VASPC software See /3/, software operating manual. Starting the ODIS Service application Double click VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000...
Faults The VAS 6558A was inspected before it left the factory. Carefully chosen components and adherence to numerous quality controls guarantee high reliability for the VAS 6558A. However, if a fault occurs then please proceed as follows: • Try to determine what the fault is and to localize it as exactly as possible.
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ASE 405 356 01 000 Storage case ASE 405 357 01 000 Red probe tip ASE 405 358 01 000 Black probe tip VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000 A1 1/1...
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(red and black) Red mOhm probe tip Black mOhm probe tip ASE 405 368 00 000 Set Kelvin clamps (red and black) VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000 A1 1/2...
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Appendix 1, “VAS 6558 System Delivery – Proof of Delivery" Red Kelvin clamp Black Kelvin clamp ❏ Please mark with a cross * Not included in the recommended scope of delivery VAS 6558A unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions V1.01 09/12 All rights reserved. 405 360 01 000 A1 1/3...
The importers also receive the updates via the VOLKSWAGEN ServiceNet / DNE server and forward them to the workshops. You have received the VAS 6558A, which can be identified by serial number relevant for service and support purposes. Please complete the relevant fields and fax without delay to the AVL DiTEST Service Centre in Germany.
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