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OBD - Return TCM to Basic Setting

Automatic Transmission 096 - Returning to Basic Setting

Note: The basic setting should be initiated after performing the following repairs:

^ Replacing engine
^ Replacing Throttle valve.
^ Adjusting throttle valve (setting idling speed).
^ Replacing Throttle Position (TP) Sensor -G69-.
^ Altering setting of TP Sensor -G69- when setting idle switch.
^ Replacing Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217-.

1. Connect Scan Tool VAG 1551 and enter address word "02", Transmission Electronics, and advance until "Select function XX" appears in the display.

^ Readout in display:

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Select function XX


2. Press buttons 0 and 4. (The function "Initiating basic setting" is selected with 04).

Note: Accelerator Pedal (AP) must remain in idle position.

^ Readout in display:

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04 Initiate basic setting


3. Confirm entry with Q button.

^ Readout in display:

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Enter display group number XX


4. Press buttons 0 and 0.

5. Confirm entry with Q button.

^ Readout in display:

System in basic setting -->

6. The system is now in basic setting.

7. Depress Accelerator Pedal (AP) past kickdown and hold to floor for 3 seconds.

8. Press --> button.

^ Readout in display:

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Select function XX