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Coding table
2005 Audi A6 3.2 TSECTION Coding table
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Audi A4, 2005 Audi A4, 2004 Audi A4, 2003 Audi A4, and 2002 Audi A4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Empty Characters | 00 | |||||
| Country/emissions | 16 | ULEV (emissions regulation) | ||||
| Drive/auxiliary functions | 0 | Front-wheel drive without ASR/ESP | ||||
| 2 | AWD without traction control system | |||||
| 5 | Front-wheel drive with ASR/ESP | |||||
| 7 | AWD with traction control system | |||||
| Transmission | 1 | 6-Speed Manual Transmission | ||||
| 5 | Automatic Transmission 01V | |||||
| 8 | Multitronic 01J | |||||
| Vehicle type | 1 | Audi A4 |
- Confirm entry with -Q- button.
Display on VAS5051:
1 - Coding is being performed
- Wait until next display appears.
Fig 2: Diagnostic System VAS 5051: Display - (Coding Of Vehicle System Performed & Control Module Identification With New Coding)
Display on VAS5051:
1 - Coding performed in vehicle system
2 - Control module identification with new code
(previous code in brackets)
- Exit function "07 - Coding control module" by pressing ← button.
- Switch ignition off and then switch on again after 15 seconds.
NOTE:
- The next time the ignition is switched on the newly entered code will be activated.
- If the ignition is not switched off and on after the correct code has been entered, it will not be possible to erase DTC "01044 Control module incorrectly coded").
- In the case of non-hot country vehicles, the hot-country function (activation of the pump for coolant run-on) must be deactivated in function 11 - Login, or function 11 - Coding II. Refer to Hot-country function, activating/deactivating after installation of the new control module, a DTC memory entry is made.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.