Power Seat Control Module: Testing and Inspection

2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)SECTION Testing and Inspection



Code Control Module


NOTE:
- When supplied the control module is pre-coded according to the vehicle equipment.
- The coding is performed with the VAG 1551 Scan Tool.
- Connecting Scan Tool. Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks
- Initiating On Board Diagnostic (OBD). Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



- Press keys -0- and -7- (with 07 the function "Code Control Module" is selected).

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer Q
07 - Code control module



- Confirm with -Q- key.


Indicated on display


Code control module Q
Enter code number XXXXX (0-32000)



- Enter code number according to table:

Coding table







- Confirm with -Q- key.

The control module identification number will be displayed with the appropriate index letter, the code number and the Dealership code.


1J0959799J 03 Conv. cent. CU 0001->
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 module, the previous coding will appear in the display.

Indicated on display


1J0959799J 03 Conv. cent. CU 0001->
Coding XXXXX WSC XXXXX



In this case the control module has not been programmed with the relevant data for the vehicle. A check must then be completed to see if the correct control module 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 module cannot be coded (correct control module, correct code number), the control module is inoperative.
Furthermore, at this point the door control module is called-up and checked.

End Output

- Press -> key.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



- Press keys -0- and -6- to end the output.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer Q
06 - End output



- Confirm with -Q- key.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Enter address word XX



- Switch off ignition.
- Disconnect connector to VAG 1551 Scan Tool.
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