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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2000GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L TURBO (AWD)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLERELAYS AND MODULES - A/TCONTROL MODULETESTING AND INSPECTIONPROGRAMMING AND RELEARNINGPROGRAMMING TRANS CONTROL MODULE (BASIC SETTING, INITIATING) - 4 SPEED AUTOMATIC 01M
2000 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWD)
Programming Trans Control Module (Basic Setting, Initiating) - 4 Speed Automatic 01M
2000 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWD)SECTION Programming Trans Control Module (Basic Setting, Initiating) - 4 Speed Automatic 01M
Basic Setting, Initiating
NOTE:
Initiate the basic setting after performing the following repairs:
- Engine replacement
- Engine control module replacement
- Replacing/altering throttle valve (setting idling speed)
- Throttle Position (TP) Sensor -G69- replacement
- TP Sensor -G69- setting alteration, e.g. when adjusting Closed Throttle Position (CTP) Switch (engine)
- Transmission Control Module -J217- replacement
- Connect VAG 1551 Scan Tool and enter address word "02 Transmission electronics". 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 buttons -0- and -4- to select "Initiating basic setting" function 04.
NOTE: The accelerator pedal must remain in idling 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 buttons -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 kick-down and hold in this position for 3 seconds.
- Press -> button.
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
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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.