Coding Control Module

2000 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWD)SECTION Coding Control Module

ABS control module, coding
^ All functions, which could previously be performed with V.A.G 1551 can also be performed with the tester VAS 5051.
^ Warning light for ABS -K47- and warning light for brake system -K118- flash when control module is coded with 00000. An entry is not set 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.
Coding is only possible after the Workshop Code (WSC) has been entered into the V.A. G 1551 Scan Tool.

Test sequence
^ Connect V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool and select (address word 03) "Brake electronics" with ignition switched on; Page 01-23
^ Establish which type of ABS hydraulic control module is installed.
^ Establish engine code.





Indicated on display
^ Input 07 for "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.





On the display the control module identification and coding are displayed, e.g.:





Coding table
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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