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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2012CC 4MOTION (357) V6-3.6L (CNNA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSTEERINGRELAYS AND MODULES - STEERINGSTEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRSTEERING COLUMN SWITCH MODULESTEERING COLUMN ELECTRONICS CONTROL MODULE J527, THROUGH 10.09
2012 Volkswagen CC 4Motion (357) V6-3.6L (CNNA)
Steering Column Electronics Control Module J527, through 10.09
2012 Volkswagen CC 4Motion (357) V6-3.6L (CNNA)SECTION Steering Column Electronics Control Module J527, through 10.09
Steering Column Electronics Control Module J527, through 10.09
Coding the steering column electronics control module.
• After installing a new control module, it must be coded.
• If malfunctions occur at steering column switch, coding of control module must be checked.
Removing
- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Service and Repair.
• Danger of the airbag deploying!
• The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
• Follow all Safety Precautions when working on an airbag.
- Remove the steering wheel.
- Remove the steering column trim.
- Remove the bolt - 2 - on Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module - 1 -.
- Disengage connector - 1 - on right side of control module by pressing on the latching button - 2 - in direction of arrow and disconnect connector - 1 - from Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module - 3 -.
- Disengage connectors - 2 - and - 3 - on left side of control module by pressing latching buttons - 4 - and disconnect connectors - 2 - and - 3 - from Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module - 1 -.
- Disengage catches - arrows - on right side of Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module.
- Disengage catches - arrows - on right side of Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module.
- Carefully pull Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module downward from Steering Column Combination Switch (E595).
• When disconnecting, the harness connectors to Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring (F138) and to segment sensor for steering angle sensor are disconnected automatically.
- Disengage harness connector - 1 - by pulling locking button - arrow A - and disconnect connector - 1 - from Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module.
- Remove securing latch - 3 - from harness connector - 2 -.
- Disengage lock - arrow B - on electrical connection - 2 - and disconnect from Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:
• Be careful not to bend any pins when connecting the connectors and make sure the connector is secure.
Coding the steering column electronics control module (J527).
- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester. Refer to => [ Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information Systems ] Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information Systems.
- On the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester, select "Guided Fault Finding".
- Using the "GO TO" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in sequence:
• Body
• Electrical Equipment
• 01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems
• Steering wheel electronics
• Functions of steering wheel electronics
• Code Control Module for steering wheel electronics
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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.