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NHTSA ID Number: 10201482

Manufacturer Communication Number: V0121082064411-1

TSB/Document Date: 2021-10-06


Summary

Update ECM Programming for erroneous fault codes (DTCs)


Technical Service Bulletin

01-21-08 - Update Programming, DTCs P0300-P0304 stored in the
Engine/Motor Control Module -J623-, Manual Trans. Only

Transaction
No:

2064411/1

Release date:

9/16/2021

Condition
Applicable Vehicles
Model(s)

Year

Golf R

2017

Eng. Code

Trans. Code

VIN Range
From

VIN Range To

2.0L

6 Speed Manual
(02Q)

All

All

(CYFB)

Revision Table
Instance Number

Published Date

Version Number

2064411/1

9/16/21

01-21-08

Reason For Update
Original publication.

Note:
This bulletin only applies to vehicles with a manual transmission.
One or more of the following fault codes may be stored in the Engine/Motor Control Module -J623- Fault
Memory:

DTC

Description

P0300

Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected

P0301

Cyl.1 Misfire Detected

P0302

Cyl.2 Misfire Detected

P0303

Cyl.3 Misfire Detected

P0304

Cyl.4 Misfire Detected

Note:
DO NOT diagnose or replace any components due to faults P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304 before
performing the update function as explained in this bulletin.

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All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and
other intellectual property rights of VolkswageneBay logo Group of America, Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any
time without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the
publisher.

Technical Service Bulletin

01-21-08 - Update Programming, DTCs P0300-P0304 stored in the
Engine/Motor Control Module -J623-, Manual Trans. Only

Transaction
No:

2064411/1

Release date:

9/16/2021

Technical Background
Current Engine/Motor Control Module -J623- software causing erroneous faults.

Production Solution
Vehicle no longer in production.

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 the ODIS service diagnostic applications and starting control module update process,
confirm tester screen saver and power settings in accordance with Special Tools and Equipment Service Information Circular # VVT-12-02. 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/X or 6160/X tester in conjunction with a VAS 5054A wireless transmitter head
for a flash procedure, always connect a USB cable between the transmitter head and the tester. Using a
diagnostic interface with a wireless connection (Bluetooth or WLAN Infrastructure) is prohibited. Failure to
do so may lead to errors during the flash procedure.
VAS tools must only be used with their power adapters plugged in. Under no circumstances should they
be used on battery power alone during the programming procedure.
Critical Warning: : The Midtronics battery charger must be connected to the vehicle battery for the
duration of the programming, to ensure the battery state of charge remains above 12.5 volts during the
update process. If the battery drops below 12.5 volts, the programming could fail which may result in
damage to the control module. Control modules damaged by inadequate voltage will not be covered
under the warranty policy. The technician should verify the vehicle voltage prior to starting the update
process, and should monitor the voltage for the duration of the update.

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All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and
other intellectual property rights of VolkswageneBay logo Group of America, Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any
time without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the
publisher.

Technical Service Bulletin

01-21-08 - Update Programming, DTCs P0300-P0304 stored in the
Engine/Motor Control Module -J623-, Manual Trans. Only

Transaction
No:

2064411/1

Release date:

9/16/2021

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!

 Update the Engine/Motor Control Module -J623- using the SVM Unit code as listed in the table below:

Model

Engine

Old Software
Part No.

Old
Software
Version

New Software
Part No.

New Software
Version (or
higher)

SVM Unit
Code

8V0906259T

0002

465E

0001
8V0906259K
Golf R

CYFB

0002
0003

8V0906259T

0001

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

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All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and
other intellectual property rights of VolkswageneBay logo Group of America, Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any
time without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the
publisher.

Transaction
No:

2064411/1

Release date:

9/16/2021

Technical Service Bulletin

01-21-08 - Update Programming, DTCs P0300-P0304 stored in the
Engine/Motor Control Module -J623-, Manual Trans. Only

Warranty
To determine if this procedure is covered under Warranty, always refer to the Warranty Policies
and Procedures Manual 1)
Model(s)

Year

Golf R

2017

Eng. Code

Trans. Code

2.0L

6 Speed Manual

(CYFB)

(02Q)

VIN Range
From

VIN Range To

All

All

SAGA Coding
Use applicable Claim Type 1)

Claim Type:

Service Number:

Damage
Code

2470

0039

HST

Damage Location
(Depends on Service
No.)

--

--

Golf R

Parts Manufacturer
Labor Operation 3) : Charge Battery

27068950 = 10 TU

Labor Operation 3) : Update Programming

See GFF Time expenditure

Causal Part: Select Labor Operation

01500000

WWO 2)

Diagnostic Time 4)
GFF Time expenditure

01500000 = 50 TU max.

YES

Road Test

01210004 = 10 TU

YES

Technical Diagnosis

01320000 = 00 TU max.

NO

Claim Comment: Input “As per Technical Bulletin 2064411” 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 Policies and Procedures Manual.
.
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All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and
other intellectual property rights of VolkswageneBay logo Group of America, Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any
time without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the
publisher.

Technical Service Bulletin

01-21-08 - Update Programming, DTCs P0300-P0304 stored in the
Engine/Motor Control Module -J623-, Manual Trans. Only

Transaction
No:

2064411/1

Release date:

9/16/2021

Required Parts and Tools
No special parts required.

Tool Description

Tool No.
InCharge 940 (INC-940)

Midtronics Battery Tester/Charger

or
GRX3000VAS

VAS Diagnostic Tool

VAS6150/x & VAS 6160/X with:
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.

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All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and
other intellectual property rights of VolkswageneBay logo Group of America, Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any
time without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the
publisher.

OWNER INFORMATION ABOUT CONTROL MODULE TUNING*
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND AUTHORIZATION FOR
REPROGRAMMING (REFLASHING) OF CONTROL MODULE(S)
*) “TUNING” is described as the addition of or modification of any component which causes a
VolkswageneBay logo vehicle to perform outside the normal parameters and specifications approved by
VolkswageneBay logo Group of America / VolkswageneBay logo Group Canada.

Date:
Dealer Number:
Vehicle Identification Number:
Repair Order Number:
Dealer stamp

I

, owner or driver of the above identified VolkswageneBay logo, confirm:

- “Tuning” as described above (especially power increasing modifications) has NOT been
performed on my vehicle.
- “Tuning” as described above has been performed on my vehicle and the following components
were modified or installed:

TUNING was performed by (Please provide Company name and telephone number, if you wish us
to contact them):

I understand that if my Control Module is determined to have been tuned, any damage caused by
the tuning of the Control Module (including adverse emissions consequences) will not be covered
by VWGoA / VGC warranties.
I am permitting an authorized VolkswageneBay logo Dealer to reflash (update) my Control Module, and by
doing so, I understand that this process will automatically overwrite (destroy) and permanently
delete any tuning program that was previously installed on the Control Module of my VolkswageneBay logo
vehicle.
By signing below, I fully acknowledge and understand that the tuning program will not be restored
and VWGoA / VGC, will not be liable in any way for the loss of tuning data.

Signature of Customer
E

2021 VolkswageneBay logo Group of America Inc.

All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and
intellectual property
rights of VGoA / VGCA Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any time without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or
other
by any means, .electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the publisher.

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