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Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217, replacing

NOTE:
  • The Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 is a component of the mechatronic unit in the transmission and cannot be replaced separately.
  • To achieve optimal anti-theft protection for the vehicle, an anti-theft immobilizer was installed. The anti-theft immobilizer is a system for enabling/locking the Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217.
  • So that this system cannot be circumvented, it is necessary to perform adaptation of the anti-theft immobilizer using the Vehicle Diagnosis Service Syst. VAS5052 in the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) function.
  • If the Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 must be replaced, the vehicle may be taken to the nearest Audi dealership for instructions on obtaining a Vehicle Diagnosis Service Syst. VAS5052.

Work procedure 

Check control module identification of the previous Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 as follows: