LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Audi >> 1998 >> Cabriolet >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Performance >> System >> Engine Controls - Tests W/Codes - Introduction >> Pcm Coding
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Pcm Coding

NOTE: When using Volkswagen Audi Group (VAG) 1551 scan tool, follow manufacturer's instructions for operation. VAG 1551 scan tool is necessary to perform PCM coding.

If Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is replaced, it is necessary to code new PCM. If new PCM is not properly coded, the following problems may occur:

Connect VAG 1551 scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). Following manufacturer's instructions, access PCM coding information using VAG 1551 scan tool. For PCM coding options, see appropriate PCM CODING OPTIONS table.

As an example, a properly coded PCM for an A4 model with Front Wheel Drive (FWD) without traction control and 5-speed manual transmission would look like 06001 on the VAG 1551 scan tool.

NOTE: After coding PCM and starting engine for first time, allow engine to idle for several minutes so PCM can go through a learn function. Idle speed may be erratic while PCM is learning.
PCM CODING OPTIONS

Application/Code Option
Country/Emissions
06 USA Equipped With
EVAP Leak Detection Pump
0 Front Wheel Drive Without Traction Control
1 Front Wheel Drive With Traction Control
2 All Wheel Drive Without Traction Control
3 All Wheel Drive With Traction Control
Transmission
0 5-Speed Manual Transmission
5 Automatic Transmission 01V
Vehicle Type
1 A4
PCM CODING OPTIONS

Application/Code Option
Country/Emissions
06 USA Equipped With EVAP Leak Detection Pump
0 Front Wheel Drive Without Traction Control
1 Front Wheel Drive With Traction Control
2 All Wheel Drive Without Traction Control
3 All Wheel Drive With Traction Control
Transmission
0 5-Speed Manual Transmission
5 Automatic Transmission 01V
Vehicle Type
PCM CODING OPTIONS

Application/Code Option
Country/Emissions
01 Vehicle With Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
Drive/Auxiliary Function
0 Front Wheel Drive Without Traction Control
1 Front Wheel Drive With Traction Control
Transmission
3 Automatic Transmission 01N
Vehicle Type
4 Cabriolet