Using ODIS, perform a Guided Fault
Finding scan of the vehicle.

•

Once the GFF scan is complete, select
“Special functions” , then
“Adapting software” , then select
“Perform test” .

•

Select the appropriate option to update
“through measures code” .

NOTE
Read this screen carefully. The option to
update software through measures code is
NOT always selection #1 on this screen.

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•

Enter “3DDB” .

•

Select “Accept” .

•

Select “Operations” , then
“Complete/Continue” .

•

Follow the on-screen prompts to complete
the SVM process.

TIP
The green check mark indicates the
test plan was successfully carried out.
•

•

For vehicles with Criteria 01 only
displayed in the Campaign/Actions tab in
Elsa:
o

Disconnect the VAS tester.

o

Switch off and disconnect the battery
charger.

o

Reinstall the battery cover.

o

Close the hood.

o

Continue to Section D

For vehicles with Criteria 02 displayed in
the Campaign/Actions tab in Elsa
Continue to Section C.

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Section C – Park Assist Wheel Circumference
Adaptation (Criteria 02)
•

Connect an appropriate VAS tester to the
vehicle.

•

Start the ODIS program.

•

Select “OBD” .

•

Select “Start self diagnosis”

•

If necessary, expand the “19-Gateway”
menu .

•

Select “Parking Assistance 2” .

•

Select “Adaptation” .

•

Select the forward arrow .

•

If necessary, expand the “Wheel circ.”
menu, then enter the value “2,100” where
shown .

•

Select “Apply” .

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•

Cycle the terminal 15 power OFF then
back ON.

•

Verify the “current value” displays “2,100”
.

•

Disconnect the VAS tester.

•

Switch off and disconnect the battery
charger

•

Reinstall battery cover.

•

Close the hood

•

Test the Park Assist feature to verify
proper operation.

TIP
If necessary, see the owner’s manual for
information regarding the Park Assist feature.
Proceed to Section D
Section D – Campaign Completion Label
Install Campaign Completion Label
•

Open the hood.

•

Fill out and affix Campaign Completion
Label, part number CAMP 010 000, next
to the vehicle emission control information
label.

TIP
Ensure Campaign Completion Label does not
cover any existing label(s).
•

Close the hood.

ALL WORK IS COMPLETE

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Warranty
Claim Entry
Procedure

Enter your claim immediately upon completion of the UPDATE. Claims will only be paid
for vehicles that show this UPDATE code open in Elsa on the day of repair. To help
ensure prompt and proper payment, attach the screen print to the repair order.

Claim Help

U.S. dealers - Contact the Warranty Helpline toll-free at 1-866-306-8447 for help with
claim entry.
Canadian dealers - Contact your Warranty Campaign Specialist. For contact
information, please proceed to “ServiceNet – Warranty/Contact Information/Campaigns
– “Warranty Campaign Specialist.”

Required Customer Ensure customers are aware of all work performed on the vehicle by recording the
Notification
information on the repair order.
Attach a copy of the Vehicle UPDATE Fact Sheet to the customer’s copy of the repair
order and take the time to explain this UPDATE to your customer.

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Claim Entry Instructions
After UPDATE has been completed, enter claim as soon as possible to help prevent work from being
duplicated elsewhere. Attach the Elsa screen print showing action open on the day of repair to the
repair order.
If customer refused campaign work or vehicle is out of the specified warranty parameter for this Update:
 U.S. dealers: Submit request via WISE under the Campaigns/Update/Recall Closure option.
 Canada dealers: Fax repair order to Warranty at (905) 428-4811.
Service Number
Damage Code
Parts Vendor Code
Claim Type

96D6
0099
WWO
Sold vehicle: 7 10
Unsold vehicle: 7 90

Causal Indicator
Vehicle Wash/Loaner

Mark labor as causal part
Do not claim wash/loaner under this action

Vehicles may have more than one criteria. Complete and claim all applicable
criteria on one claim.
Criteria I.D.

01 Update Blind Spot Detection Software
Update Blind Spot Detection Software
Labor operation:

2706 89 50

10 T.U.

9197 25 99

Time states on diagnostic protocol
(up to 30 T.U.)

-AND/ORCriteria I.D.

02 Park Assist Wheel Circumference Adaptation
Adjust wheel circumference adaptation
Labor Operation:

9174 25 99

20 T.U.

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Required Parts and Tools
Tool Description

Tool No:

Always ensure the ODIS Service application and brand
diagnostic data versions are up-to-date prior to performing SVM.

VAS Diagnostic Device
InCharge 940 (INC-940)

Midtronics Battery Tester/Charger

or
GRX3000VAS

Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or
removal. Always check Elsa for the most current version of this document.

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UPDATE FACT SHEET – UPDATE Code 96D6
Dear Volkswagen Customer,
Today we performed UPDATE code 96D6 on your vehicle. This UPDATE resolved minor
functionality problems with the Blind Spot Detection and the Park Assist features, and was
performed for you free of charge.
Volkswagen periodically makes updates like this available in order to ensure our customer’s
continued satisfaction with the quality of their Volkswagen vehicles.
We at Volkswagen are committed to providing our customers with reliable, quality products
that are a pleasure to drive and own. If you should ever have any questions or vehicle
concerns, your authorized Volkswagen dealer will be pleased to assist you.
Thank you for driving a Volkswagen!