A/T Controls - Launch Control Program Enabling
37 07 09March 20, 2007
2013260 Supersedes T.B. Group 37 number 06-06 dated Dec. 7, 2006 2013260 due to a more in depth Launch Control explanation.
Vehicle Information
Condition
Launch Control Program, Vehicles with DSG* Transmissions
Tip:
* DSG is Volkswagen Group's trademark for double clutch transmission.
The Launch Control program is only available on MY 2007 and newer Jetta GLI and GTI vehicles equipped with DSG transmissions.
Technical Background
The Launch Control program is an electronic feature that enables maximum acceleration as part of the vehicle's Smart Technology.
Launch Control only operates under the following conditions:
Engine must be at operating temperature.
Steering wheel MUST be straight.
ESP switched OFF.
Manually shift the gear selector to "S" or Tiptronic position.
Brake pedal must be fully depressed for at least 1 second with your left foot.
With your right foot, accelerator pedal depressed to wide open throttle or kick down.
Production Solution
Install updated Mechatronics Unit software.
Vehicles are now factory enabled as of:
Note:
If the vehicle is outside of the provided VIN range and doesn't have Launch Control, proven documentation of OLD software level has to be provided. Warranty claim can be denied if documentation is not provided.
Service
To enable the Launch Control program for the vehicles included in this technical bulletin, follow the update programming procedure below.
Transmission "Update - Programming" (flashing), Performing
Tip:
When performing the update programming procedure, ALL DTCs for all systems are erased. DTCs linked to Guided Fault Finding function tests will be lost. Therefore, always address stored DTCs for Customer concerns unrelated to the update programming procedure first.
The following "Update - Programming" (flashing) process may overwrite any "TUNED" Mechatronics Unit. A "TUNED" Mechatronics Unit is described as any Mechatronics Unit altered so as to perform outside the normal parameters and specifications approved by Volkswagen of America, Inc.
If you encounter a vehicle with a "Tuned" Mechatronics Unit, prior to performing the "Update - Programming" (flashing) procedure:
Your Dealership should place the vehicle owner on notice in writing, that their Mechatronics Unit was found to have been tuned, and that any damage caused by the tuning of the Mechatronics Unit (including any adverse emissions consequences) will not be covered by Volkswagen of America, Inc. warranties.
For any repair requested by the owner under warranty or outside warranty that requires update programming, which will automatically wipe out the " Tuning" program, your Dealership should advise the owner of the above and get Owner's written consent (see attached Control Module Tuning form) to the update programming procedure.
Tool requirements
VAS 5051 or VAS 5052 (with Base CD V.10.01 and the Brand CD V.10.70.00 or higher).
"Update - Programming" (flashing) CD - Literature Number: W42DQ250RD2.
Tip:
Additional copies of the "Update - Programming" CD (Literature Number W42DQ250RD2) may be ordered from the Volkswagen Technical Literature Ordering Center at the website or by calling.
Vehicle requirements
Gear selector must be in position "P".
Battery MUST have minimum no-load charge of 12.5V (failure to maintain voltage during update process can lead to Mechatronics Unit failure) ( use an approved battery charger INC940 to maintain battery voltage).
VAS 5051: connected to vehicle and to 110V AC Power supply at all times during procedure.
VAS 5052: connected to vehicle with battery voltage requirements met.
Any appliances with high electromagnetic radiation (i.e. mobile phones) switched OFF.
When performing the update programming procedure, ALL DTCs for all systems are erased.
DTCs linked to Guided Fault Finding function tests will be lost. Therefore, always address stored DTCs for Customer concerns unrelated to the update programming procedure first.
Note:
Non-observance of the following points may lead to Mechatronics Unit failure! VAS 5051 or VAS 5052 must always be connected to the approved power supply at the approved voltages. Under no circumstances should the power supply be interrupted or the diagnostic connector unplugged during the update programming procedure. Any appliances with high electromagnetic radiation (i.e. mobile phones) must be switched OFF.
Access the Mechatronics Unit using the VAS 5051 / 5052:
^ Select Vehicle Self Diagnosis
^ Select On Board Diagnostics
^ Select 02 - Transmission electronics
Tip:
Before update programming, delete the fault memory in the Mechatronics Unit. Update programming is not possible when an EEPROM fault is active.
Delete the fault memory in the Mechatronics Unit.
Reprogram Mechatronics Unit with CD - Literature Number: W42DQ250RD2.
Program checks software level.
Tip:
If the update programming button does not appear, the latest version has already been installed to the level below.
^Programming starts by pressing the "Update Programming" button and following the on screen prompts.
Note:
Once update programming begins, on NO occasion should the Cancel button be selected.
^ Press the "Update Programming" button.
Tip:
Once update programming is complete, switch OFF ignition for 30 seconds.
After a minimum of 30 seconds, switch ON ignition.
Once update programming is complete, it is recommended to use 1001- Compiling Services prompt to clear faults stored in various control modules.
Upon completion of the updated programming the new Mechatronics software will be:
WARNING
Always adapt your driving to the traffic flow.
Only use the Launch Control Program, when road and traffic conditions allow it, and other drivers will not be endangered or annoyed by your driving and acceleration of the vehicle.
Please note that the driving wheels can spin when ESP is switched OFF, especially when the road is slippery - SKIDDING RISK !
Once the acceleration is finished, the ESP should be switched on again by pushing the ESP button.
Warranty
Required Parts and Tools
No Special Tools required.