ECU reset
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ECU reset
I did the ECU reset today (DSG transmission) and thought I'd share some things I noticed with everyone. I think it's particularly helpful after break-in.
I've got 1800 miles on the odo. I realized that, due to my grandma driving during the break-in, my computer had learned that I'm a sissy behind the wheel.
I was right. After the reset, my throttle is much more responsive, especially in the lower gears. There's a lot more power on tap and it seems more confident in its gearing selections. There's no more hesitation and pausing.
So, here's wha' happened:
ECU reset is simple, just disconnect the battery (negative, then postitive) and let it rest for 5 minutes. I made sure to leave the hood open just in case the remote didn't work. Reconnect the battery (positive, then negative). That's it.
Some things to note: [ul][*]You'll lose the info in the trip computer and your distance to empty will be a little off until you get some miles on it[*]the clock will need to be reset[*]the radio will still work, no codes are needed[*]you'll get a warning that there's an ESP fault and a yellow light. just drive the car a little and it will go away (it's in the manual. this is normal after the battery has been disconnected)[*]the one-touch windows feature won't work right UNTIL you roll them down all the way and roll them back up. Then you'll have one-touch function again.[*]My steering seems a bit tighter, but that might just be the placebo effect.[/ul]That's all I've noticed that threw me off. This is definitely worth doing, especially after break-in, to get the car to respond the way you want it to.
peaceout
I've got 1800 miles on the odo. I realized that, due to my grandma driving during the break-in, my computer had learned that I'm a sissy behind the wheel.
I was right. After the reset, my throttle is much more responsive, especially in the lower gears. There's a lot more power on tap and it seems more confident in its gearing selections. There's no more hesitation and pausing.
So, here's wha' happened:
ECU reset is simple, just disconnect the battery (negative, then postitive) and let it rest for 5 minutes. I made sure to leave the hood open just in case the remote didn't work. Reconnect the battery (positive, then negative). That's it.
Some things to note: [ul][*]You'll lose the info in the trip computer and your distance to empty will be a little off until you get some miles on it[*]the clock will need to be reset[*]the radio will still work, no codes are needed[*]you'll get a warning that there's an ESP fault and a yellow light. just drive the car a little and it will go away (it's in the manual. this is normal after the battery has been disconnected)[*]the one-touch windows feature won't work right UNTIL you roll them down all the way and roll them back up. Then you'll have one-touch function again.[*]My steering seems a bit tighter, but that might just be the placebo effect.[/ul]That's all I've noticed that threw me off. This is definitely worth doing, especially after break-in, to get the car to respond the way you want it to.
peaceout
#4
RE: ECU reset
LOL
I was hoping that the grandma driving was actually your grandma, and not your lack of over-enthusiasm. You're definitely a better man than me for holding out on total throttle usage from day 1.
Cheers!
I was hoping that the grandma driving was actually your grandma, and not your lack of over-enthusiasm. You're definitely a better man than me for holding out on total throttle usage from day 1.
Cheers!
#7
RE: ECU reset
ORIGINAL: rollyfoster
[ul][*]you'll get a warning that there's an ESP fault and a yellow light. just drive the car a little and it will go away (it's in the manual. this is normal after the battery has been disconnected)[/ul]
[ul][*]you'll get a warning that there's an ESP fault and a yellow light. just drive the car a little and it will go away (it's in the manual. this is normal after the battery has been disconnected)[/ul]
Anyway, good to know for any other noobs out there.
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