Coding Control Module

1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION Coding Control Module

Note:
^ All functions, which could previously be performed with V.A.G 1551 can also be performed with the tester VAS 5051.
^ ABS warning light -K47- and warning light for brake system -K118- flash when control module -J104- is coded with 00000. An entry is not made in the DTC memory.
^ The control module -J104- must be recoded if the vehicle relevant coding is not displayed or the control module has been replaced.

Note:
^ Use V.A.G 1551 only with the most up-to-date program card (at least version 9.0).
^ Coding is only possible after the workshop code (WSC) has been entered into V.A.G 1551.

Test sequence
^ Connect V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool and select brake electronics with ignition switched on (address word 03).





Indicated on display
^ Input 07 for function "Code control module" and confirm with Q key.





Indicated on display
^ Confirm input with Q key.





Indicated on display
^ Enter relevant code number for this vehicle and confirm with Q key.
Coding variations See; Coding table for ABS and ABS/ASR





On the display the control module identification and coding are displayed.






Coding Table For ABS and ABS/ASR

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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