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Checking Lambda probe ageing of Lambda probe after catalytic converter (adaptation) — VW

Checking Lambda probe ageing of Lambda probe after catalytic converter (adaptation) on VW: 10 steps, engines AZX.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

10 steps 1 engine code

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Passat B5 (3B)

  • Special tools named: V.A.G 1551, V.A.G 1552
  • Renewed: lambda probe

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  • This procedure can take several minutes.
  • If Lambda probe is renewed, learnt values in engine control unit must be erased .

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

AZX

📋 Procedure

  1. Connect fault reader V.A.G 1551 (V.A.G 1552). Start engine and select "“Address word”" 01 of engine control unit. (Connect fault reader and select engine control unit )
  2. Press keys 0 and 4 for function "“Initiate basic settings”" and confirm entry with Q key.
  3. Press keys 0, 4 and 3 for "“Display group number 43”" and confirm entry with Q key.
  4. Depress brake pedal and hold.
  5. Depress accelerator to full throttle position.
AZX? Steps differ between engine variants — check this job against your exact car before you commit to it. Check my car — free →
  1. Allow engine to run at increased speed until the display in display zone 4 jumps from "“Test OFF”" to "“Test ON”". The catalytic converter temperature in display zone 2 should be at least 350 °C. [Note: This procedure can take several minutes.]
  2. Leave engine running at increased speed until the specification "“B1 S2 OK”" is displayed in display zone 4.
  3. Take car for a road test to free Lambda probe of any deposits, then repeat the test.
  4. Check Lambda probe and Lambda control after catalytic converter .
  5. Renew Lambda probe after catalytic converter G130. [Note: If Lambda probe is renewed, learnt values in engine control unit must be erased .]

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.