Checking Control Unit Coding
NOTE: The VAG 1552 scan tool can be used instead of the VAG 1551, however no printout is possible.Test Requirements:
- Battery Positive Voltage (B+) OK
- Supply voltage and fuses for respective system OK
- Ground (GND) connectors for transmission OK:
Check GND connections for corrosion and damage and repair if necessary.
Check TCM GND connection per wiring diagram.
Check battery GND strap and GND strap between battery and transmission.
- Selector lever in "P" position
- Parking brake applied
- Ignition switched off
NOTES:
- If nothing is shown on the display check the power supply to the DLC.
- Additional operating instructions can be obtained by pressing the HELP button on the VAG 1551 scan tool.
- Press the -> button to advance through the program sequence. => VAG 1551 scan tool operating instructions
Procedure:
- Remove cover for 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC) to left of steering column.
- Connect VAG 1551 (VAG 1552) scan tool to DLC using adapter cable VAG 1551/3.
Indicated on display 1):
V.A.G. - On Board Diagnostic HELP
1 - Rapid data transfer
2 - Blink code output
1) Operating modes 1 and 2 are displayed alternately
- Switch ignition on.
- Operate brake pedal one time.
- Press PRINT button to switch printer on (indicator light in button comes on).
- Press button -1- to select "Rapid data transfer" operating mode 1.
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer HELP
Insert address word XX
NOTES:
- After address word 33 is inserted and confirmed with the -Q- button, the OBD program can begin. OBD functions => Testing and Inspection
- After address word 00 is inserted and confirmed with the -Q- button, the automatic test sequence can begin (the DTC memory for every system is checked). Stored malfunctions are displayed in sequence and printed out.
Indicated on display 1):
V.A.G. - On Board Diagnostic HELP
1 - Rapid data transfer
2 - Blink code output
1) Operating modes 1 and 2 are displayed alternately
- Press button -1- to select "Rapid data transfer" operating mode 1.
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer HELP
Insert address word XX
- Press buttons -0- and -2- to insert "Transmission Electronics" address word 02.
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer Q
02 Transmission Electronics
- Press -Q- button to confirm input.
Indicated or display (control module identification):
4D0927156K AG5 01L 4.2| 4V USA D23
Coding 00002 WSC 01268
TCM Identification:
The transmission control module identification is dependent on manufacture status (data status). A control module identification may appear which is different than that in this example.
Example:
4D0927156K Part number
AG5 01L Automatic transmission 5 speed 01L
4.2| 4V Engine type: 4.2 liter 4 valve
US Market: USA
D23 EPROM (data status)
Coding 00002 Code: USA
WSC 01268 Dealership code of VAG 1551 scan tool with which last coding was carried out
CAUTION: Part numbers are listed here for reference only. Always check with your Parts department for the latest information.
If "Control module does not answer" is indicated on display:
- A list of the possible malfunction causes can be printed out by pressing the HELP button.
After eliminating possible malfunction causes:
- Again press buttons -0- and -2- to insert "Transmission Electronics" address word 02.
If "Control module does not answer" is again indicated on display:
- Check power supply by conducting electrical test step 1. Testing and Inspection
- Check wiring connection to DLC.
- Check DTC table for the following codes:
^ 16987/P0603: Internal Contr.Module (KAM), Error
^ 16989/P0605: Internal Contr.Module ROM Test error
- Press -> button.
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer HELP
Insert address word XX
- A list of the possible functions can be printed out by pressing the HELP button.