Programming Trans Control Module (Basic Setting, Initiating) - 5 Speed Automatic 09A

1999 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan (9M2) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION Programming Trans Control Module (Basic Setting, Initiating) - 5 Speed Automatic 09A



Basic Setting, Initiating


NOTE:
The basic setting should be initiated after performing the following repairs:
- Replacing engine
- Replacing or coding engine control module
- Removing and installing transmission
- Removing and installing "electronic accelerator"
- Replacing automatic transmission control module -J217-


- Connect VAG 1551 Scan Tool and enter address word "02 Transmission electronics" and advance until "Select function XX" appears in the display Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool

Indicated on display:


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



- Press keys 0 and 4 to select function "Initiating basic setting".
Accelerator pedal must remain in idling position.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer Q
04 - Basic setting



- Confirm entry with key Q.

Indicated on display


Basic setting HELP
Enter display group number XXX



- Press key 0 three times.
- Confirm entry with key Q.

Indicated on display


System in basic setting 0->


The system is now in the basic setting.

- Depress accelerator pedal as far as kickdown and hold in this position for 3 seconds.
- Press key ->.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
RENDER: 1.0x

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