VCDS and OBD diagnostic device in the On-Board Diagnostics Shop
Diesel, Engine Technology and Vehicle Technology. Repair, Maintenance and Diagnostics (OBD).

Replacing the engine control unit (ECU) for an Audi A4 B5 V6 30V

 
New Topic Reply 🔗 🖨 Dieselschrauber - Index » Gasoline Engine Technology
Author Message
Jens 16syncro



Joined: 09/16/2002
Posts: 469
Karma: +2 / -3   Thank you, like it!


Premium Support

Post15-01-2018, 9:17    Subject: Replacing the engine control unit (ECU) for an Audi A4 B5 V6 30V Quote

Good day.
I would like to temporarily replace the engine control unit (ECU) for testing purposes. To do this, I have acquired a used one with the same part number. I know how to pair the ECU and the WFS (presumably a related module), and I will be using VCDS for that process.
I'm interested in knowing which encodings and adaptations are best to transfer from the current MSG format.
"On the main page, there's a coding code. How do I transfer it?"
Are there any other adaptation channels whose values would also be meaningful to adopt?
Marcus "Ar Gwenn": Für uns sind Leute arm, weil sie mit einem Eselskarren unterwegs sind, für sie sind wir arm, weil wir ein Leben lang dafür arbeiten und Geld verdienen müssen, um uns im Alter von wildfremden Leuten pflegen zu lassen.


Translated on 15-07-2026, 3:07.
Back to top Profile PM
dieselschrauber
Administrator
Administrator
Avatar-dieselschrauber

Joined: 04/12/2002
Posts: 18052
Karma: +795 / -0   Thank you, like it!
Location: St.Gallen
2018 Volkswagen T6 Consumption


Post15-01-2018, 11:31    Subject: Replacing the engine control unit (ECU) for an Audi A4 B5 V6 30V Quote

Hello,

Which engine control unit are you referring to? Check "Autoscan"; it contains the coding information for the various control units.

Adaptation: The B5 model is likely older, and therefore probably has no adaptations applied. More details can be found using the Autoscan feature.

Best regards, Rainer.


Translated on 15-07-2026, 3:08.
Back to top Profile PM WWW Garage
New Topic Reply 🔗 🖨 Dieselschrauber - Index » Gasoline Engine Technology
Similar articles and topics
Topic Forum
No new posts Replacing V157 Passat 3C CBDC module, how to pair/calibrate Faults & Documentation (Audi, VW, Seat/Cupra, Skoda)
No new posts Doku, n.löschb. Fehler im Motorsteuergerät 2.5l V6 TDI Faults & Documentation (Audi, VW, Seat/Cupra, Skoda)
No new posts Software updates for Engine Control Unit, Assessment and ... General Tips
No new posts Servopumpe Audi V6 TDI - AKE Motor austauschen? Diesel Engine Technology
No new posts Replacing xenon ballast, Audi A3, but how? Transmission, Chassis, Body & Interior
No new posts Audi engine control unit (ECU) AAT - engine On-Board Diagnostics (OBD)
This topic is locked, you cannot edit or reply. Adjust the engine control unit (ECU) for Audi A3/8P On-Board Diagnostics (OBD)
Jump to:  
You cannot post new topics in this forum.