Technical Bulletin
Model(s)

Year

Touareg

2013

Eng. Code

Trans. Code

VIN Range From

VIN Range To

All

All

All

3.0L TDI
(CNRB)

Condition
01 13 12 April 29, 2013 2033518
Update Programming, MIL ON, Faults P0299, P0403, P20EE, P229F, P2100, P0045, P2008, P24AF, P026A,
and/or P050E Stored in ECM Fault Memory
One or more of the following fault codes may be stored in the ECM Fault Memory:

DTC

Description

P0299

Turbo/Super Charger Underboost

P0403

Exhaust Gas Recirculation Circuit

P20EE

SCR NOx Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold Bank
1

P229F

NOx Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1
Sensor 2

P2100

Throttle Actuator Control Motor Circuit/Open

P0045

Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid
"A" Circuit/Open

P2008

Intake Manifold Runner Bank 1 Control Circuit/Open

P24AF

Particulate Matter Sensor Circuit
Range/Performance

P026A

Charge Air Cooler Efficiency Below Threshold

P050E

Cold Start Engine Exhaust Temperature Too Low

Technical Background
Software optimization to avoid MIL illumination.

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Production Solution
Software implemented into 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 VAS-PC and 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 6150/5051B 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.
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.
• Update the Engine Control Module using the SVM Unit code as listed in the table below:

New ECM
Model

Engine

Old ECM

Old ECM

New ECM

Software Part

Software

Software Part

No.

Version

No.

Software

SVM Unit

Version (or

Code

higher)
Y130
0001

3.0L TDI
7P0907401K

Touareg
(CNRB)

7P0907401K

0004

38A7

0002
0003

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

Year(s)

Touareg

2013

Eng. Code(s)

Trans. Code(s)

VIN Range From

VIN Range To

All

All

All

3.0L TDI
(CNRB)
SAGA Coding
Claim Type:

Use applicable Claim Type

1)

Damage
Service Number:

HST

Damage Location (Depends on
Service No.)

--

Use applicable when indicated in
ElsaWeb (L/R)

Code
2360

0039

Parts Manufacturer
3)

Labor Operation : Charge Battery

Touareg

WWO

2)

27068950 = 10 TU
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3)

Labor Operation : Update Programming

23602599 = 55 TU

Causal Part:

Select Labor Operation 23602599
Diagnostic Time

GFF Time expenditure

01500000 = 20 TU max.

Road Test

01210002 = 10 TU

4)

YES
NO

01210004 = 10 TU
Technical Diagnosis

01320000 = 00 TU max.

NO

Claim Comment: Input “As per Technical Bulletin 2033518” 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.

Required Parts and Tools
No Special Parts required.

Tool Description

Tool No:

Midtronics Battery Tester/Charger

InCharge 940 (INC-940)

VAS Diagnostic Tool

VAS 5051B, VAS 5052A, VAS 6150/X & VAS 6160/VPC with:
VAS-PC Base V19.01.01 and current version Brand
disc
ODIS Service V1.1.3 or higher

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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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
Volkswagen vehicle to perform outside the normal parameters and specifications approved by
Volkswagen Group of America / Volkswagen Group Canada.

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

I

, owner or driver of the above identified Volkswagen, 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 Volkswagen 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 Volkswagen
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
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