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VCDS: Resetting DSG Transmission Settings (Solution)

 
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Post20-07-2013, 11:44    Subject: VCDS: Resetting DSG Transmission Settings Quote

Default settings for DSG transmissions; the following instructions apply to the use of our VCDS diagnostic systems (HEX-V2 or HEX-NET).

7-speed DSG basic setting (transverse engine, transmission 0AM)

Requirements:
- No errors found in the TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) system.
- Transmission oil temperature: 30°C - 60°C. The temperature of the G510 can be found in measurement block 011.1.
- Gear selector lever in the "P" (Park) position, ignition ON, engine OFF, parking brake engaged.
- Keep the brake pedal pressed down (keep it pressed throughout the entire procedure).
- Accelerator pedal not depressed.

Attention: Please follow the following steps and complete the defined test drive.


[ECU Selection]
[02 - Transmission]
[Default setting - 04]
Measurement block 060.
[Ok!Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.
[ON/OFF/CONTINUE] may be necessary.

The readings should display 4 | 0 | 0 in the default setting, and this may take 2-5 minutes.
After the display shows 4 | 0 | 0, start the engine and let it run in neutral. If 4 | 0 | 0 is not displayed, do not start the engine (procedure incorrect or mechanical transmission failure)!
It is normal for the transmission to make noises during the adjustment of tolerances; please do not interrupt the initial setup process if you hear "clicking" sounds.
The measured values should now display "254 | 0 | 0" to confirm the successful initial calibration within 3-6 minutes.
254 | 7 | 0 means "not finished yet", and 255 | 0 | 0 means "basic configuration interrupted or failed".

[Ready, return]

Turn the ignition off, wait a few seconds, and then turn the ignition back on.

[Error memory - 02]
Check and clear any existing error codes.

[End connection, back - 06]
Now, proceed with the defined test drive.


Defined test drive, 7-speed DSG transmission, model 0AM.

Requirements:
- Transmission oil temperature > 30°C. The temperature of the G510 can be found in measurement block 011.1.
- Do not use cruise control.

Procedure for the defined test drive after replacing the mechatronic unit/TCM and/or successful initial setup.

Each time, use the +/- shift lever (Tiptronic mode, applicable to all subsequent steps), and accelerate while partially pressing the accelerator pedal into second gear.
Stop and repeat the process.
Shift into reverse twice and then shift back to a forward gear.
Drive in each forward gear for at least 3 seconds.

Now, drive in the appropriate speed ranges, either A or B.
A = Gänge 4 oder 6 (4. (Walking preferred).
B = Gänge 3, 5 oder 7 (5. (Walking preferred).
Maintain the engine speed within the range of 2000-4500 rpm, and for both sections A) and B), operate the vehicle for at least one minute (two minutes is recommended).
Drive with varying throttle positions, ensuring you accelerate to full throttle at least once in both sections A and B.
Measurement blocks 180.1 and 200.1 should confirm the adjustments made to the couplings with values of 3 or greater. Incomplete adjustments will be corrected during normal operation.


Attention: If the test drive cannot be performed or cannot be performed as described, attempts will be made to carry out the remaining adjustments during normal operation. Some control units do not require the use of the [ON/OFF/CONTINUE] buttons. If an error is displayed after clicking the respective button, or if the status of the basic setting does not change to "ON", proceed with the procedure without interaction and allow it to complete.
It is normal for the transmission to make noises during the adjustment of tolerances; please do not interrupt the initial setup process if you hear "clicking" sounds.




7-speed DSG basic setting (longitudinal engine, transmission 0B5)

Requirements:
- No faults are stored in the TCM (Transmission Control Module) or other engine control units within the powertrain.
- Gear oil level is correct.
- Transmission oil temperature: 40°C - 100°C. The temperature of the G510 can be found in measurement block 011.1.
- Gear selector lever in the "P" (Park) position, ignition ON, engine OFF, parking brake engaged.
- Keep the brake pedal pressed down (keep it pressed throughout the entire procedure).
- Accelerator pedal not depressed.

Attention: All three initial setup procedures must be completed in the following order.


[ECU Selection]
[02 - Transmission]
[Default setting - 04]

Use a counter to start/stop the procedures.

[Ok!] to enable the default settings.
After the result is displayed indicating that everything is okay or that the motor is not running, click [Stop].
[Ready, return]

Start the engine but leave the gear selector in "P" (Park).

[Default setting - 04]
Select clutch valve calibration.
[Ok!] to enable the default settings.
After the result is displayed and indicates that everything is okay, click [Stop].

Select distance sensor calibration.
[Ok!] to enable the default settings.
Clicking noises from the transmission are normal.
After the result is displayed and indicates that everything is okay, click [Stop].
[Ready, return]

Turn off the ignition, wait for 10 seconds, and then turn the ignition back on.
[Error memory - 02]
Check and clear error codes.
[Ready, return]

Perform a test drive, check if everything functions normally and no errors reappear in the transmission control unit's error memory.




6-speed DSG basic setting, old DSG control units

Requirements:
- No errors found in the TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) system.
- Transmission oil temperature: 30°C - 100°C. The temperature can be found in measurement block 019.
- Select the gear lever to position "P" (Park), turn the ignition ON, and start the engine (idle).
- Keep the brake pedal pressed down (keep it pressed throughout the entire procedure).
- Accelerator pedal not depressed.

Attention: Please follow the following steps and complete the defined test drive.


[ECU Selection]
[02 - Transmission]
[Default setting - 04]
Measurement block 061.
[Ok!Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.
When starting the initial calibration in measurement block 61, wait until the values stop changing and the transmission no longer makes any noise. The initial calibration will switch to ON when this is the case. This may take up to a minute.


Gear tolerances (measurement of synchronization points):
Measurement block 060.
[Ok!Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.
When starting the initial calibration in measurement block 61, wait until the values stop changing and the transmission no longer makes any noise. The initial calibration will switch to "ON" when this is complete. This may take up to a minute.

Clutch adjustment in engine control unit software version <0800> = 0800:
Measurement block 067.
[Ok!Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.
Default setting: [ON/OFF/CONTINUE].

Adjusting/resetting the clutch safety function:
Measurement block 068.
[Ok!Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.
Default setting: [ON/OFF/CONTINUE].

Adjusting/resetting clutch pressures:
Measurement block 065.
[Ok!Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.
Default setting: [ON/OFF/CONTINUE].

Adjusting/resetting the shift lever on the steering wheel:
Measurement block 063.
[Ok!Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.
Default setting: [ON/OFF/CONTINUE].


Adjusting/resetting the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / cruise control:
Measurement block 069.
[Ok!Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.
Default setting: [ON/OFF/CONTINUE].

[Ready, return]

Turn the ignition OFF, wait 10 seconds, and then turn the ignition back ON.

[Error memory - 02]
Check and clear any existing error codes.

[End connection, back - 06]
Now, proceed with the defined test drive.


Defined test drive with 6-speed DSG.

Procedure for the defined test drive after replacing the mechatronic unit/TCM and/or successful initial setup.

Requirements:
- Transmission oil temperature: 30°C - 100°C. The temperature can be found in measurement block 019.
- Do not use cruise control.

In Tiptronic mode (+/-), start from a standstill and shift up to the 6th gear. While doing so, drive in gears 3 or 5 for approximately 5 minutes each, and also drive in gears 4 or 6 for approximately 5 minutes each.
The engine speed should be between 1200 and 3500 rpm (for clutch adjustment).
Now switch to a normal driving mode, brake sharply (come to a stop), and then accelerate fully (oil return check).
Check the driving behavior and transmission for leaks.


Attention: If the test drive cannot be performed or cannot be performed as described, attempts will be made to carry out the remaining adjustments during normal operation. Some control units do not require the use of the [ON/OFF/CONTINUE] buttons. If an error is displayed after clicking the respective button, or if the status of the basic setting does not change to "ON", proceed with the procedure without interaction and allow it to complete.
It is normal for the transmission to make noises during the adjustment of tolerances; please do not interrupt the initial setup process if you hear "clicking" sounds.
Customers with TDIs have reported that engine speeds between 2000 and 2500 rpm are sufficient.




Basic settings for a 6-speed DSG transmission, new DSG control units, e.g., 0D9 - DQ250.

Requirements:
- No errors found in the TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) system.
- Gear oil temperature: 30°C - 100°C. The temperature can be found in the extended measurement data (IDE00024 Transmission fluid temperature).
- Select the gear lever to position "P" (Park), turn the ignition ON, and start the engine (idle).
- Keep the brake pedal pressed down (for the entire procedure, see IDE02713 Brake Light Switch / IDE02714 Brake test switch).
- Accelerator pedal not depressed.

Attention: Please follow the following steps and complete the defined test drive.

[ECU Selection]
[02 - Transmission]
[Default setting - 04]

Selection [IDE02903 - Default transmission setting].
Please select the following measurement values:
* IDE00021 Engine speed (Engine RPM)
* IDE00322 Basic settings status.
* IDE00024 Transmission fluid temperature (Transmission oil temperature)
[Ok!Bitte gib mir den deutschen Text, den du übersetzt haben möchtest.

When starting the initial setup, wait until "End" is displayed in the status field for "Initial Setup" and the transmission no longer makes any noises.

The default setting fails when:
- The transmission oil temperature is too high.
- The brake is released.
- The accelerator is being pressed.

[Ready, return]

Turn the ignition OFF, wait 10 seconds, and then turn the ignition back ON.

[Error memory - 02]
Check and delete any existing error codes. Save error codes for all cases so that the support team has this information available.




7-speed DSG basic setting (transverse engine, DQ381 transmission 0B5)

Methods for adjusting standstill parameters in UDS controllers.
Note: Not all gearbox control systems support this function.

Requirements:
- Transmission oil temperature greater than 15°C.
- DO NOT proceed if the temperature is outside the specified range!
- Extended measurement data = [Control module temperature]
- Select the gear lever to "P" (Park), turn the ignition ON, and start the engine (idle).
- Engine idle speed, do not press the accelerator pedal.
- The parking brake and foot brake must be applied throughout the entire process.


Attention: Please follow the following steps and complete the defined test drive.

Make sure all prerequisites are met! The brake pedal must be depressed throughout the entire process.

[ECU Selection]
[02 - Transmission]
[Basic shot - Medium close-up]

- Select [Default setting - Transmission].

Please select the following measurements:
* IDE????? [Engine speed]
* IDE????? [Main status of the default abort code setting]
* IDE????? [Basic setting status]
* IDE????? [Status of basic setting data for clutch]
* IDE????? [Status of basic setting data; gear selector]
* IDE????? [Sub-status of the default abort code setting]
[Ok!Please provide the text you would like me to translate from German to English. I need the text to be able to give you a translation.

During the initial setup process, loud clicking noises from the gearbox may occur; this is normal.
After starting the initial setup, wait until "Setup complete" is displayed in the status area and the transmission no longer makes any noise.

The default setting fails when:
- The transmission oil temperature is too high.
- The brake is released.
- The accelerator is being pressed.


Once the basic settings are complete, this should be displayed in the IDE under "[Status of Basic Settings]".

[Ready, return]

Turn the ignition OFF, wait 10 seconds, and then turn the ignition back ON.

[Error memory - 02]
Check and delete any existing error codes. Save error codes for all cases so that the support team has this information available.


Translated on 23-07-2026, 14:45.
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