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Continuation For All

-- Using the Go To  button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in sequence:

-- Switch the ignition off and wait several minutes.

-- Switch on ignition.

-- In VAS 5051B, select operating mode "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the Go To  button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in sequence:

No malfunctions may be present in the memory.

The green telematics control module must illuminate in the Telematics control head -E264-.

-- Disconnect the VAS 5051B from the telematics control module.

Configuration 

-- Drive the vehicle to an open space without buildings and roofs.

-- Press OnStar  button. A sequence of tones is heard.

-- Press the OnStar  button again during the sequence of tones.

-- When the OnStar Call Center responds, identify yourself as VW Service and report that you replaced the Vehicle Communications Interface unit (VCIM) "".

-- Give the OnStar Call Center the ESN and STID of the new telematics control module as well as the VIN and customer data (if necessary).

-- The OnStar Call Center will guide you through the configuration and update the customer data.

-- When the configuration is complete, press the OnStar  button.

-- Wait 10 minutes and press the OnStar  button again to confirm the configuration. Inform the OnStar Call Center that VW Service conducts a quality check after replacement of the VCIM and the configuration.

-- To end the connection, press the OnStar  button.

NOTE:

Normal connection time is 10 to 15 seconds. However, connection time can be up to three minutes, depending on reception conditions. Be patient.

If message: "Unable to contact OnStar" is heard, drive vehicle to open area and try to connect again. Depending on local conditions, it is possible - and normal - that several connection attempts are necessary.

If message: "OnStar request ended" is heard, connection was interrupted before it was completed. Wait for a short period of time before repeating connection attempt.

If you are still unable to connect, call OnStar Customer Care at: 1-888-390-4050. Advisor will verify whether customer account is active.