GTI L4-2.0L Turbo (CBFA) (2008)
Engine Control Module: Service and Repair
Engine Control Module With Anti-Theft Immobilizer
Engine Control Module With Anti-Theft Immobilizer (GTI, Eos)
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
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Electric Knife V.A.G 1561 A
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Saw Set V.A.G 1561/14
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Locking Pliers
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Hot air gun from Wiring Harness Repair Kit VAS 1978
NOTE: If it is necessary to replace the ECM, connect Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B and perform the Guided
Function "Replace Engine Control Module".
Removing
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Switch off ignition.
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Remove windshield wiper arms, plenum chamber cover and bulkhead plenum chamber.
NOTE: Thread of shear bolts is equipped with locking compound. By heating the shear bolts using a hot air gun, inhibition effect of the locking
compound is lowered.
CAUTION: Cover wires, harness connectors and control modules in the close vicinity of ECM to prevent damage from burning.
Perform adjustments on the hot air gun - 4 - as shown:
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Turn potentiometer for temperature adjustment - 2 - to maximum heat output (600 degrees C).
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Move two stage switch for air quantity - 3 - to position 3.
CAUTION: By heating the shear bolts, parts of the protective housing are heated intensely. Wear protective gloves to prevent injuries.
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Guide nozzle of hot air gun on to shear bolts.
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Switch heat gun on and warm screws.
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Remove bolts using locking pliers.
NOTE: If bolts cannot be removed, saw into heads of shear bolts so that two parallel surfaces are formed - arrows - and then remove them.