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Update Programming For Engine Control Module And Transmission Control Module, For Shudder And/Or Slight Hesitation Concerns (GROUP 01, NO. 16-25)

Publication date: 2016-11-15
Reference number: GROUP 01, NO. 16-25
Supersedes refnos: 2028609, GROUP 01, NO. 12-10, GROUP 01, NO. 12-36, GROUP 01, NO. 13-35, GROUP 01, NO. 14-01, GROUP 01, NO. 16-16

UPDATE PROGRAMMING FOR ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE, FOR SHUDDER AND/OR SLIGHT HESITATION CONCERNS

UPDATE PROGRAMMING FOR ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE, FOR SHUDDER AND/OR SLIGHT HESITATION CONCERNS

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): GROUP 01, NO. 16-25 (2028609), Date of Issue:  November 15, 2016
VOLKSWAGEN: 2012 - 2013 Jetta SportWagen, Golf, Jetta Sedan, Beetle Convertible, Passat
GROUP: 01 - On-Board Diagnostic
Superceded Bulletin(s): GROUP 01, NO. 16-16, Date of Issue:  October 27, 2016

APPLICABLE MODELS AND YEARS

APPLICABLE MODELS AND YEARS

Model(s) Year(s) Eng. Code(s) Trans. Code(s) VIN Range From VIN Range To
Jetta SportWagen 2012 - 2013 2.0L (CJAA) 6 spd. DSG (02E) All All
Golf, Jetta Sedan, Beetle Convertible 2012 - 2013 2.0L (CJAA) 6 spd. DSG (02E) All All
Passat 2012 - 2013 2.0L (CKRA) 6 spd. DSG (02E) All All

CONDITION

01 16 25  November 15, 2016 2028609  Supersedes T.B. V011616 dated October 27, 2016 to update the service number and warranty table claiming codes.

Update Programming for Engine Control Module and Transmission Control Module, for Shudder and/or Slight Hesitation Concerns 

Tip: 

A select group of vehicles may require both the ECM and TCM to be updated. If both the ECM and TCM updates are required, the updates will run back to back without technician intervention. 

This software update is for slight hesitation related concerns for DSG equipped vehicles only.

NOTE: The supplied software for slight hesitation is not  associated with stalling or other performance issues.

If the ECM/TCM fault memory contains faults, these faults must  be addressed before performing this Technical Bulletin.

If no fault codes are found in the ECM/TCM fault memory: DO NOT  diagnose or replace any components before  performing the update function as explained in this bulletin.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Current ECM/TCM programming could be causing slight hesitation related concerns in DSG equipped vehicles (depending on driving conditions).

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Improved ECM/TCM software to address drivability concerns and slight hesitation complaints.

SERVICE

Update-Programming Procedure

Tip: 

To Update-Programming using SVM, review and follow  instructions in Technical Bulletin Instance 2014603  "Software Version Management".

The SVM Process must be completed in its entirety so the database receives the update confirmation response. A warranty claim may not be reimbursed if there is no confirmation response to support the claim.

NOTE: Prior to launching VAS-PC application and starting control module update process, confirm tester screen saver and power settings in accordance with Special Tools and Equipment - Service Information Circular # VSE-08-18. Failure to do so may result in the tester entering power save mode during data transfer, and subsequent control module failure.

When using a VAS 6150/5051B or VAS 5052A tester in conjunction with a VAS 5054A wireless transmitter head for a flash procedure, please connect a USB cable between the transmitter head and the tester. Failure to do so may lead to errors during the flash procedure.

  • Update the Engine Control Module  using the SVM Unit code as listed in the TABLE  below:
    SOFTWARE INFORMATION

    Model Engine Old ECM Software Part No. Old ECM Software Version New ECM Software Part No. New ECM Software Version (or higher) SVM Unit Code
    Golf, Jetta SportWagen 2.0L TDI (CJAA) 03L 906 019 EF 0204 or 1182 03L 906 019 HG 3522 36C6
    Jetta Sedan 2.0L TDI (CJAA) 03L 906 019 EG 0205 or 1590 03L 906 019 HH 3524 36C6
  • Update the Transmission Control Module  using the SVM Unit code as listed in the TABLE  below:
    SOFTWARE INFORMATION

    Model Engine Old TCM Software Part No. Old TCM Software Version New TCM Software Part No. New TCM Software Version (or higher) SVM Unit Code
    Golf, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Beetle Convertible, Passat 2.0L TDI (CJAA) 2.0L TDI (CKRA) Passat only 02E 300 057 A 2750 02E 300 058 M 3524 36C6
    02E 300 057 P 3102
    3116    		 3528
    02E 300 058 M 3507
    3524
    02E 300 057 P 3113
    3224    		 3527
    02E 300 058 M 3515
    3522

    The procedure can be found in GFF under Functions/Component Selection, Software Version Management, Adapting Software.

    WARNING: Radiator Fan(s) may cycle ON high speed during the Update Process! There is a risk that personal injury may result if contact is made with spinning fan blades.
    Keep hands and all objects away from Radiator Fan(s) during Update Process!

    Tip: 

    The SVM Process must be completed in its entirety so the database receives the update confirmation response. A warranty claim may not be reimbursed if there is no confirmation response to support the claim or action is carried out that is not explicitly stated in the Technical Bulletin.

    Ensure attached ECM/TCM Tuning Form has been completed and signed by customer as required in SVM Technical Bulletin Instance 2014603.

WARRANTY

WARRANTY INFORMATION

To determine if this procedure is covered under Warranty, always refer to the Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual (1)
Model(s) Year(s) Eng. Code(s) Trans. Code(s) VIN Range From VIN Range To
Jetta SportWagen, Beetle Convertible 2012 - 2013 2.0L (CJAA) 6 spd. DSG (02E) All All
Golf, Jetta Sedan 2012 - 2013 2.0L (CJAA) 6 spd. DSG (02E) All All
Passat 2012 - 2013 2.0L (CKRA) 6 spd. DSG (02E) All All
SAGA Coding
Claim Type: Use applicable Claim Type (1)
Service Number: Damage Code HST Damage Location (Depends on Service No.)
2360 0039 - Use applicable when indicated in Elsa (L/R)
Parts Manufacturer Passat, Golf WWO (2)
Jetta, Jetta SportWagen 3ME (2)
Labor Operation (3): Charge Battery 27068950 = 10 TU
Labor Operation (3): Update program ECM and TCM 23602599 = 40 TU
Causal Part: Select labor operation 23602599
Diagnostic Time (4)
GFF Time expenditure 01500000 = Actual GFF print out YES
Road Test 01210002 = 00 TU
01210004 = 00 TU		 NO
Technical Diagnosis 01320000 = 00 TU max. NO
Claim Comment: Input "As per Technical Bulletin 2028609" in comment section of Warranty Claim.
(1) Vehicle may be outside any Warranty in which case this Technical Bulletin is informational only
(2) Code per warranty vendor code policy.
(3) Labor Time Units (TUs) are subject to change with ELSA updates.
(4) Documentation required per Warranty Policy Procedures Manual.

REQUIRED PARTS AND TOOLS

No special parts required.

TOOL INFORMATION

Tool Description Tool No:
Midtronics Battery Tester/Charger InCharge 940 (INC-940)
or
GRX3000VAS
VAS Diagnostic Tool VAS 6150/X & VAS 6160/X and
ODIS Service with: current online updates

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information. 

DOCUMENT CONTROL REVISION

Instance Number Published Date Version Number Reason For Update
2028609/6 11/15/16 V011625 To update service number and warranty table claiming codes.
2028609/5 10/27/16 V011616 To update service number and warranty table claiming codes.
2028609/1 3/23/12 V011210 Original publication.
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