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Code Control Module (Function 07)

If vehicle coding information is not as specified, or if the ECM has been replaced, the ECM must be coded as follows.

Required special tools and test equipment
- VAG 1551/VAG 1552 Scan Tool (ST) with VAG 1551/3 adapter cable

Coding procedure
- Connect VAG 1551/VAG 1552 Scan Tool (ST) and press buttons -0- and -1- to insert "Engine Electronics" address word 01 (ignition switched on). Connecting VAG 1551/1552 Scan Tool

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



- Press buttons -0- and -7- to select "Code Control Module" function 07, and press -Q- button to confirm input.

Indicated on display


Code Control Module HELP
Input code number XXXXX (0-32000)



- Input applicable Code number for vehicle, and press -Q- button to confirm input. ECM coding variations.

If indicated on display:


Function is unknown or ->
cannot be carried out at the moment



Incorrect code number has been entered.

Indicated on display (ECM identification and coding, e.g. 06051)


8D0907557 1.8L R4/5VT MOTR HS 002 ->
Coding 06051 WSC 00000



- Press -> button to advance program sequence.

Indicated on display


Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX



- Press buttons -0- and -6- to select "End Output" function 06, and press -Q- button to confirm input.


NOTE:
The Motronic ECM -J220- only uses the code that has been entered after the ignition has been switched off once. Incorrect coding leads to:
- Performance problems (e.g. jerky shifting, abrupt load changes, etc.)
- Increased fuel consumption
- Elevated exhaust gas values
- False malfunctions stored in DTC memory
- Reduction in transmission service life


ECM coding variations












NOTE: Vehicles with traction control (ASR) can be recognized by the ASR control light in the instrument cluster or by ABS/ASR On Board Diagnostic (OBD).