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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999PASSAT SEDAN (3B2) V6-2.8L (AHA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLETESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESSCAN TOOL TESTING - 4 SPEED AUTOMATIC 01NBASIC SETTING (FUNCTION 04)
1999 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B2) V6-2.8L (AHA)
Basic Setting (Function 04)
1999 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B2) V6-2.8L (AHA)SECTION Basic Setting (Function 04)
The basic setting should be initiated after performing the following repairs:
- Replacing engine
- Replacing engine control module
- Replacing throttle valve
- Adjusting throttle valve (setting idling speed).
- Replacing throttle position sensor -G69-
- Altering throttle position sensor -G69- setting, e.g. when adjusting closed throttle position switch (engine)
- Replacing transmission control module -J217-
- Connect Scan Tool VAG 1551 and enter address word "02 transmission electronics" and advance until "Select function XX" appears in the display.
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
- Press buttons -0- and -4- to select "Initiating basic setting" function 04.
NOTE: The accelerator pedal must remain in the closed throttle position.
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer Q
04 - Basic setting
- Confirm entry with -Q- button.
Indicated on display
Basic setting HELP
Enter Display group number XXX
- Press button -0-, -0- and -0-.
- Confirm entry with Q button.
Indicated on display
System in basic setting 0 ->
The system is now in basic setting.
- Depress accelerator pedal as far as kickdown and hold in this position for 3 seconds.
- Press button ->.
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.