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Engine, Hot Restart Software Update (GROUP 01, NO. 04-04)

Publication date: 2004-03-10
Reference number: GROUP 01, NO. 04-04

ENGINE, HOT RESTART SOFTWARE UPDATE

ENGINE, HOT RESTART SOFTWARE UPDATE

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): GROUP 01, NO. 04-04, Date of Issue:  March 10, 2004
VOLKSWAGEN: GTI, Jetta with VR6 (eng. code BDF) 2002 - 2003
GROUP: 01 - On-Board Diagnostic

CONDITION

ECM requires "Update - Programming" to correct hot restart issues.

For ECM Part Nos: 022 906 032 CS

022 906 032 CR

022 906 032 BM

022 906 032 BL

SERVICE

CAUTION: The following "Update - Programming" (flashing) process may overwrite any "TUNED" ECM programming.

A "TUNED" ECM is described as any ECM altered so as to perform outside the normal parameters and specifications approved by Volkswagen of America, Inc..

If you encounter a vehicle with a "Tuned" ECM, prior to performing the "Update - Programming" (flashing) procedure:

TOOL REQUIREMENTS

  • VAS 5051 or 5052 (with Basis CD V.05.10 and the Brand CD V.05.35 or higher) with old diagnosis logs erased prior to start.
  • "Update - Programming" (flashing) CD W42 JET GTI HOT SCD.
NOTE: Additional copies of the "Update - Programming" CD (Literature Number W42 JET GTI HOT SCD) may be ordered from the Volkswagen Technical Literature Ordering Center at www.vw.ddsltd.com, or by calling 1-800-544-8021 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST Monday through Friday. This number can be dialed in both the United States and Canada.

VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS

  • Battery MUST have minimum no-load charge of 12.5V (failure to maintain voltage during update process can lead to ECM failure) (it is advised to use an approved battery charger to maintain battery voltage).
  • VAS 5051: connected to vehicle and to 110V AC Power supply at all times during procedure.
  • VAS 5052: connected to vehicle with battery voltage requirements met.
  • Any appliances with high electromagnetic radiation (i.e. mobile phones) switched OFF.
  • No Stored DTC's, erase any stored DTCs.
CAUTION: Non-observance of the following points may lead to ECM failure!

VAS 5051 or 5052 must always be connected to the approved power supply at the approved voltages. Under no circumstances should the power supply be interrupted or the diagnostic connector unplugged during the flash procedure.

Any appliances with high electromagnetic radiation (i.e. mobile phones) must be switched OFF.

"UPDATE - PROGRAMMING" (FLASHING) PROCEDURE, CHECKING FOR UPDATE MATCH

  • Switch ignition ON.
  • Switch VAS 5051/5052 ON and insert flash CD into CD drive as soon as start screen appears.
    Fig 1: VAS Display - Start Screen
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    NOTE: You must return to the start screen before starting a new (flashing) session, otherwise the flashing CD will not be recognized by the tester.
  • Select "Vehicle Self Diagnosis" mode.
  • Select vehicle system "01-Engine electronics".
    • Program checks software level.

      If software level of ECM MATCHES level indicated by Flashing CD:

    • "Update - Programming" (arrow) will not appear.
      Fig 2: VAS Display - Update-Programming
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    NOTE: The "Update - Programming" function is only available when the inserted flashing CD level and current vehicle ECM level are different.

    If "Update - Programming" does not appear:

  • Programming (flashing ECM cannot be performed, continue to diagnose condition.
  • If software level DOES NOT match the level indicated on Flashing CD:

    • "Update - Programming" (arrow) appears.

PRIOR TO PERFORMING PROCEDURE TO "UPDATE - PROGRAMMING. (FLASH) THE ECM

  • ALL fault memories must be interrogated and erased.
NOTE: Failure to erase ALL fault memories may cause "Update - Programming" (flashing) procedure to fail!
  • Select Diagnosis function 06 "End output".
    Fig 3: VAS Display - Select Diagnosis Function
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  • Select Diagnosis function 00 "Collection services".
  • Select "Check DTC memory - complete system". which will interrogate all fault memories.
  • Erase ALL fault memories.
  • Once ALL fault memories have been erased:

  • Select vehicle system "01-Engine electronics".
  • Select "Update - Programming" option at bottom of screen (arrow).
    Fig 4: VAS Display - Update-Programming
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CAUTION: Once "Update - Programming" function has been started, switching ignition OFF or disconnecting the diagnostic connector may completely destroy the ECM.

"UPDATE - PROGRAMMING" (FLASHING), PERFORMING

After selecting "Update - Programming" function, new program version as listed below will install:

Fig 5: VAS Display - Update-Programming Warning
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  • 0006 for ECM Part Nos: 022 906 032 CS & 022 906 032 CR
  • 0007 for ECM Part No: 022 906 032 BM
  • 0012 for ECM Part No: 022 906 032 BL
  • Approximate timing for update is shown on the VAS 5051/5052 screen.
  • By selecting the > button, the programming procedure begins.

Similar screen appears:

Fig 6: VAS Display - Programming In Progress
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The previous data in the ECM is erased and the new data is being transferred to the module from the flash CD.

NOTE: Approx. flashing time is 60 minutes.
NOTE: If, during the "Update - Programming", a fault message is displayed:
Fig 7: VAS Display - Fault Message
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  • Confirm that VAS 5051 or VAS 5052 diagnostic tool power supply is adequate and that ALL appliances with high electromagnetic radiation (i.e. mobile phones) are switched OFF.
  • The "Update - Programming" (flashing) process must then be started from the beginning using the "Repeat" button (arrow). DO NOT use the "Cancel" button.
IMPORTANT: On NO occasion should the "Cancel" button be selected.

Once "Update - Programming" (flashing) is complete:

  • Similar screen appears.
    Fig 8: VAS Display - ECM Part Number
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  • ECM Part Number and old software level is still displayed at (arrows).
NOTE: New software level is not displayed until process is complete and fault memories have been erased.
  • Select the "Print", then "Screen" button.
    • VAS 5051 will print to printer immediately.
    • VAS 5052 will hold the print until process is complete and then you may take the tester to the printer for printing the screen.
  • Attach print to vehicle Repair Order.
  • Once "Update - Programming" (flashing) is complete, the control module must be re-initialized.

  • Select the > button.
    • The tester requests you to switch the ignition OFF.
      Fig 9: VAS Display - Switch OFF Ignition
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  • Switch ignition OFF.
    • The tester requests you to switch the ignition ON.
  • Switch ignition ON when prompted.
  • After switching ignition ON, the ECM has been re-initialized, however, fault memories must now be erased.

  • Select the "Continue button"

FAULT MEMORIES, ERASING AFTER "UPDATE - PROGRAMMING" (FLASHING)

Due to the CAN bus system, fault messages will be stored in various Control Modules during programming.

To erase ALL fault memories:

Fig 10: VAS Display - Erase Fault Memory
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  • Confirm by selecting the > button.

Once fault memories have been erased:

  • Similar screen appears.
    Fig 11: VAS Display - DTC Memories Erased
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  • Old ECM Part No. and software level still appear at (arrow)
  • Function ended appears at bottom of screen.
  • Finish update of the ECM by selecting the < button.
  • Similar screen appears.
    Fig 12: VAS Display - Software Level
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  • Updated software level "0006", "0007" or "0012" (depending on ECM Part No.) will appear at (arrow).
  • Flash CD can now be removed from VAS 5051 or VAS 5052 Diagnostic tool.
  • Print the ECM screen to verify ECM update software level.
  • VAS 5051 will print to printer immediately.
  • VAS 5052 will hold the print until process is complete and then you may take the tester to the printer for printing the screen.
  • Attach print to vehicle Repair Order.
  • Select "Go to" then select "Exit".
NOTE: It is not generally necessary to encode the ECM following the "update - Programming" (flashing procedure. However, you must set the readiness code.
  • Set readiness code.
  • Use VAS 5051 or VAS 5052 to set readiness code.
NOTE: If condition still exists after flashing procedure, poor fuel quality may be the cause.
  • Premium fuel is required for optimum performance.

WARRANTY

WARRANTY INFORMATION

When procedure applies to vehicles within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty:
Claim Type: W2
Part Identifier: 2470
* Damage Code: 2470 39 0001
Due to the varying complexity of tester software and vehicle systems checked by the tester, actual time may vary, therefore A-Time must be used.
Labor Operation: Includes all operations necessary to complete Repair 24709999 Maximum A-Time allowed 120 TU
Claim Comment: Type "Per Technical Bulletin V010404" in comment section of Warranty claim.
Fig 13: Control Module Tuning Form
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