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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2001CABRIO GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Engine Control Module: Service and Repair
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Service and Repair
Engine Control Module (ECM), Replacing
Special tools and equipment
- VAG 1551 Scan Tool with cable VAG 1551/3
Work sequence
- Print out control module identification and thereby previous control module coding as follows:
- Connect VAG 1551 Scan Tool ((VAG 1552). Switch ignition on and select engine control module with "Address word" 01. (Connecting scan tool and selecting engine control module).
On the display the control module identification and coding are displayed, e.g.:
037906018A 2.0l R4/2V MOTR HS V04 ->
Coding XXXXX WSC XXXXX
- Print out control module identification by pressing the scan tool print button.
- Press -> key.
- Press keys 0 and 6 for "End data transfer" function and confirm input with Q key.
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
- Switch ignition off.
- Release connector from control module and pull off.
- Unbolt bracket and remove control module with bracket.
- Insert new control module and press to left.
- Check previous coding and coding of new control module.
- Match new control module to throttle valve control module.
- Match new control module to electronic immobilizer.
- Check DTC memory of new engine control module and erase DTC memory if necessary.
- Generate readiness code.
- Perform idle speed check.
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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.