Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
ABS control module, coding
- All functions which could previously be performed with V.A.G 1551 can now also be carried out with the tester VAS 5051.
- ABS warning light -K47- and warning light for brake system -K118- flash when ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104- is coded with 00000. An entry is not made in the DTC memory.
- The ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104- must be recoded if the vehicle relevant coding is not displayed or the control module has been replaced.
Coding is only possible after the workshop code (WSC) has been introduced into V.A.G 1551.
Test sequence
- Connect V.A.G 1551 scan tool and select (address word 03) brake electronics control module with ignition switched on; Refer to V.A.G 1551 scan tool, connecting and selecting function .
- Establish engine code.
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer HELP Select function XX |
- Input 07 for the function "Code control module" and confirm with Q key.
Indicated on display:
| Rapid data transfer Q 07 - Code control module |
- Confirm input with Q key.
Indicated on display:
| Coding control module Q Enter code number XXXXX (0-32000) |
- Enter the relevant code number for this vehicle and confirm with Q key.
Coding variations. Refer to Table for ABS, coding .
On the display the control module identification and coding are displayed , e.g:
| 1C0 907 379E ESP FRONT MK60 0103 " Coding 0011266 WSC 00000 |
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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.