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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2000GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L TURBO (AWD)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMELOCKSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESCENTRAL LOCKING CONTROL UNIT, CODING
2000 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWD)
Central Locking Control Unit, Coding
2000 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWD)SECTION Central Locking Control Unit, Coding
Central Locking Control Unit, Coding Using Scan Tool VAG1551
NOTE:
- When supplied the control unit is precoded according to the vehicle equipment.
- The coding is performed with the scan tool VAG1551. Refer to "Convenience System Control Unit, Coding". Convenience System Control Unit, Coding
- Connecting scan tool, initiating On Board Diagnostic (OBD).
Refer to "Scan Tool Testing/Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks", under "Restraint Systems", Testing and Inspection
Refer to "Scan Tool Testing, Initiating on Board Diagnostic (OBD)(Central Locking System)". Scan Tool Testing
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
- Press keys -0- and -7- (with 07 the function "Code control unit" is selected).
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer Q
07 Code control unit
- Confirm entry with the Q button.
Indicated on display:
Code control unit Q
Enter code number XXXXX (0-32000)
- Enter code number according to table:
Coding table
- Confirm entry with the Q button.
The control unit identification number will be displayed with the corresponding letter index, the code number and the workshop code.
1C0962258 XX Cent. Lock. 00001 ->
Coding XXXXX WSC XXXXX
If the contents of the display are as shown then the coding is successful.
If the code number entered is not accepted by the control unit, the previous coding will appear in the display:
Indicated on display:
1C0962258 XX Cent. Lock 00001 ->
Coding XXXXX WSC XXXXX
In this case the control unit has not been programmed with the relevant data for the vehicle. A check must then be completed to see if the correct control unit for the vehicle has been installed (compare Part No. and letter index), or whether an incorrect code number has been entered.
- Repeat coding.
If the control unit cannot be coded (correct control unit, correct code number), the control unit is malfunctioning.
Ending function:
- Press -> key.
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
- Press keys -0- and -6- to end the output.
- Confirm entry with the Q button.
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer Q
06 End output
- Switch off ignition.
- Disconnect connector to scan tool VAG 1551.
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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.