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July 5, 2013 Service bulletin

When adapting keys using ODIS, an error message may be displayed once the test plan directs to cycle the...

Volkswagen technical service bulletin TT571304 for 2002-2006 Volkswagen Beetle and 2003-2005 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible.

Bulletin number
TT571304
Component
Electrical system
Summary
When adapting keys using ODIS, an error message may be displayed once the test plan directs to cycle the key off. If error is displayed, this does not necessarily indicate key adaptation has failed. If the immobilizer light turns off (instead of flashes) when key is switched on, key adaptation is in process. Continue to cycle remaining keys through ignition and then wait 2 minutes with the key off after adapting the last key. After 2 minutes have elapsed, evaluate vehicle operation with all keys, waiting 2 minutes with ignition off between each key.

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