TT 87-11-01

Tech Tips
Date: March 18, 2011
TT 87-11-01
2011-2016 Jetta, 2012-2016 Beetle-A/C Control Module Basic
Settings
October 14, 2016: Update to Information.
After A/C control module J301 is replaced, fault 00898-005 “Activation A/C Compressor No or Incorrect
Basic Settings” may be stored. GFF test plan does not perform Activation A/C Compressor Basic Setting.
To perform basic setting and resolve this fault, follow steps below:
2011- 2015 Vehicles follow the below procedure:
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Set the blower on position 1 or 2
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Set Airflow direction to “vent”
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Set Temperature to “full cold”
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Start the engine
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Press and hold the defrost and a/c buttons at the same time
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Hold the buttons for 5-7 seconds until the defrost, A/C, and recirc buttons are illuminated
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Restart the vehicle and recheck all functions before returning the vehicle to the customer
2016 Vehicles follow the below procedure:
Using ODIS go to 08 - Air Conditioning under control modules. Select the test plan tab and perform control
module adaptation under Heating, ventilation, air conditioning>01 - Self-diagnosis > 08 A/C/heating
electronics (A/C – manual)> 08 Functions> 08 Adaptation.
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