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Code Control Module (scan tool function 07)

If vehicle-specific code is not displayed , or if the ECM has been replaced, the ECM must be coded as follows.

Required special tools and test equipment
VAG 1551 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).[1][2]Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks

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. 06052)

4D0907551A 2.8L V6/5V MOTR AT D01 ->
Coding 06052 WSC 00000


- Press -> button to advance through 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
- Storage of non-existent malfunctions in DTC memory
- Reduction in transmission service life