DTC'S 00545 And 00638 Stored In DTC Memory (GROUP 01, NO. 97-13)
Publication date: 2007-01-08Reference number: GROUP 01, NO. 97-13
Supersedes refnos: 2004396, GROUP 01, NO. 07-01, GROUP 01, NO. 97-05
DTC'S 00545 AND 00638 STORED IN DTC MEMORY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): GROUP 01, NO. 07-01 (2004396), Date of Issue:
January 8, 2007
Superceded Bulletin(s): GROUP 01, NO. 97-13, Date of Issue:
May 23, 1997
| VOLKSWAGEN: | All |
| GROUP: | 01 - On-Board Diagnostic |
SERVICE INFORMATION
APPLICABLE MODELS AND YEARS
| Model(s) | Year | Eng. Code | Trans. Type | VIN Range From | VIN Range To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 1997 > 2006 | All | All with AG4 (4-Speed Auto) | All | All |
CONDITION
DTC's 00545 and 00638 Stored in DTC Memory
NOTE:
01 07 01 Jan. 8, 2007, 2004396, Supersedes Technical Bulletin Group 01 number 97-13 dated May 23, 1997 due to inclusion into ElsaWeb.
TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
May be caused by:
- Incorrect Engine Control Module (ECM) coding (codeable ECM only).
- Wiring harness and/or connections between Transmission Control Module (TCM) and ECM.
- Malfunctioning ECM.
- Intermittent continuity in engine harness.
- Poor engine compartment ground (GND).
PRODUCTION SOLUTION
Not Applicable.
SERVICE
If vehicle exhibits this condition use the following table as a guide for repairs:
CONDITION AND CORRECTIVE ACTION
| Description | Codeable ECM (OBDII) | Non-codeable ECM | Corrective Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECM coding Incorrect (MIL is ON) | x | - | Input Correct ECM coding (see applicable Repair Manual) |
| Wiring and connections between ECM and TCM | x | x | Check continuity of connectors and wiring harness between TCM and ECM (see applicable Repair Manual and Wiring Diagrams for Pin locations) |
| Poor engine grounds | x | x | Check and clean all engine and chassis ground connections (including battery GND's) |
| ECM Malfunctioning | x | x | Replace ECM |
| Intermittent engine wiring harness continuity | x | x | Check wiring harness and replace if necessary |
- Erase DTC memory, road test vehicle and recheck for any stored DTC's.
WARRANTY
Information only.
Required Parts and Tools
No Special Tools required.
No Special Parts required. Always see ETKA for the latest part(s) information.