Application notes
The following OBD program information applies to instrument clusters on vehicles through m.y. 2000 only. OBD program information for instrument clusters from m.y. 2001. Refer to General Information .
Always confirm vehicle VIN and instrument cluster software version as per section title above. Confirm instrument cluster software version by initiating OBD program and reading information in display. Refer to Instrument cluster On Board Diagnostic (OBD), initiating .
In the event an instrument cluster was previously replaced in a vehicle with VIN up to 8N_Y040000, the new/replacement cluster may contain software version D26 which contains certain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), Read Measuring Value Block and Adaptation information that is not specifically covered in this section.
Information on replacement instrument clusters with software version D26 are contained in section "Interment cluster On Board Diagnostic (OBD) from VIN 8N_Y040001 and/or software versions from D26 &D03". Refer to Application notes .
The following OBD program information applies to instrument clusters on vehicles through m.y. 2000 only. OBD program information for instrument clusters from m.y. 2001. Refer to General Information .
Always confirm vehicle VIN and instrument cluster software version as per section title above. Confirm instrument cluster software version by initiating OBD program and reading information in display. Refer to Instrument cluster On Board Diagnostic (OBD), initiating .
Information in this section also applies to replacement instrument clusters with software version D26 installed in vehicles through VIN 8N_Y040000.
Vehicles from start of production through VIN 8N_Y040000 contain instrument clusters with software versions through D24 that have limited Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), Read Measuring Value Block and Adaptation information not specifically covered in this section.
Information on clusters on vehicles up to VIN 8N_Y040000 with software versions through D24 are contained in section "Instrument cluster On Board Diagnostic (OBD) through VIN 8N_Y040000 and software versions D24". Refer to Application notes .
OBD program application notes
Always confirm vehicle VIN and instrument cluster software version as per section title above. Confirm instrument cluster software version by initiating OBD program and reading information in display. Refer to Instrument cluster On Board Diagnostic (OBD), initiating .
In the event an instrument cluster was previously replaced in a vehicle with VIN up to 8N_Y040000, the new/replacement cluster may contain software version D26 which contains certain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), Read Measuring Value Block and Adaptation information that is not specifically covered in this section.
Information on replacement instrument clusters with software version D26 are contained in section "Interment cluster On Board Diagnostic (OBD) from VIN 8N_Y040001 and/or software versions from D26 &D03". Refer to Application notes .
Message "dEF" on trip recorder display
If the control module in the instrument cluster detects a malfunction in its permanent memory, the letters "dEF" will appear on the trip recorder display.
- If "dEF" appears on the display, replace the instrument cluster. Refer to «Instrument cluster, removing and installing»(ref-276293-S02129256942008010300000) .
Scheme 27
- Pry lever 80-200
Scheme 28
- VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnostic Testing and Information System
- Optional: VAS 5052 Vehicle Diagnostic and Service System
- Optional: VAG 1551/1552 Scan Tool (ST)
OBD through m.y. 2000 - VIN 8N_Y0400001
Always confirm vehicle VIN and instrument cluster software version as per section title above. Confirm instrument cluster software version by initiating OBD program and reading information in display. Refer to Instrument cluster On Board Diagnostic (OBD), initiating .
Information in this section also applies to replacement instrument clusters with software version D26 installed in vehicles through VIN 8N_Y040000.
Vehicles from start of production through VIN 8N_Y040000 contain instrument clusters with software versions through D24 have limited Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), Read Measuring Value Block and Adaptation information not specifically covered in this section.
Information on clusters on vehicles up to VIN 8N_Y040000 with software versions through D24 are contained in section "Instrument cluster On Board Diagnostic (OBD) through VIN 8N_Y040000 and software versions D24". Refer to Application notes .
OBD from m.y. 2001
OBD program information for instrument clusters from m.y. 2001. Refer to General Information .
Message "dEF" on trip recorder display
If the control module in the instrument cluster detects a malfunction in its permanent memory, the letters "dEF" will appear on the trip recorder display.
- If "dEF" appears on the display, replace the instrument cluster. Refer to «Instrument cluster, removing and installing»(ref-276293-S10466574292008010300000) .
Notes on replacing instrument cluster
- The instrument cluster must not be disassembled.
- If necessary, the instrument cluster can be replaced with an exchange unit (where applicable).
- Complete the damage report form and return it together with the malfunctioning instrument cluster.
- Malfunctioning units must always be returned in their original packing.
- Various input values must be adapted to replacement speedometer. Refer to «Replacement instrument cluster input values, adapting»(ref-276293-S36316934662008010300000) .