Immobilizer control module, adjusting after replacing (Code Control Module)

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Immobilizer control module, adjusting after replacing (Code Control Module)
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For immobilizers of the 3rd generation, the control module for immobilizer has automatic recognition of the baud rate, i.e. coding the control module is not necessary.

The correct data transmission speed between the Engine Control Module (ECM) and the control module for immobilizer is automatically stored in the control module for immobilizer once it is recognized.

NOTE:
  • If the control module for immobilizer cannot recognize the correct baud rate, the coding is set to the value "00000".
    Fig 1: Identifying VAG 1551 Scan Tool Display (Cabrio From May 1999 - Code Control Module) (1 Of 2)
    G03364161Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC.
  • The DTC "Control module faulty" is stored in DTC memory. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) TABLEΒ .
    Fig 2: Identifying VAG 1551 Scan Tool Display (Cabrio From May 1999 - Code Control Module) (2 Of 2)
    G03364162Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC.
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