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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2008JETTA GLI (1K2) L4-2.0L TURBO (BPY)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMKEYLESS STARTING SYSTEMSERVICE AND REPAIRSTEERING COLUMN SWITCH, WITH KESSYELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE (J764)
2008 Volkswagen Jetta GLI (1K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY)
Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module (J764)
2008 Volkswagen Jetta GLI (1K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY)SECTION Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module (J764)
Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module (J764)
If the vehicle has KESSY, the steering column does not lock mechanically via the lock cylinder, but rather it locks electrically (electronic steering column lock control module (J764)).
When disconnecting and connecting the Battery, the procedure must be followed as described in the repair information. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
• Always code a new electronic steering column lock control module (J764) after installing it. Refer to => [ Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module, with KESSY Coding ] Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module (J764), with KESSY Coding
• The electronic steering column lock control module and the steering column switch base carrier are removed and installed together.
Removal
- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
- Remove the steering column switch base carrier. Refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Valeo ] Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Valeo or => [ Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Kostal ] Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Kostal.
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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.