Engine Control Module: Application and ID

1999 Volkswagen Golf (1J1) L4-2.0L (AEG)SECTION Application and ID



Control module identification
The control module version is displayed when the V.A.G1551 Scan Tool (ST), the VAG1552 mobile scan tool or the VAS5051 vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system is connected and "Engine Electronics" address word 01 is selected. Refer to "Scan Tool Testing/VAS5051" Testing and Inspection

Technical data

Engine Control Module 2)
System designation Motronic M5.9.2
Part number See Parts catalog

2) Replacing Engine Control Module (ECM)
RENDER: 1.0x

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