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Locating your ECU Box with VCDS

Every Engine Control Unit (ECU) has what's known as a Box Code and Revision. This number indicates which factory version of software is on your ECU. With this information, we can check compatibility of available features and files for your exact ECU. To find this information, you can use a VAG-Com/VCDS OBD-II dongle, or other devices such as ODIS or OBDEleven. Start by plugging in the cable, then turn the key to the on position and launch the program.


Vag-Com / VCDS Method 1:


  • Plug in the dongle
  • Turn on the ignition (engine doesn't need to be on)
  • Launch the program
  • Click "Select" under "Select Control Module"
  • Click "01-Engine"
  • Your box code is the "VAG Number" and the revision is the last 4 digits under "Component"


Vag-Com / VCDS Method 2 (From a saved fault code read out):


Address 01: Engine Labels: 06J-906-026-CCT.clb

Control Module Part Number: 1K0 907 115 AM HW: 1K0 907 115 AA (This is your Box Code)

Component and/or Version: 2.0l R4/4V TFSI 0030 (This is your Revision)

Software Coding: 0403010A18070160

Work Shop Code: WSC 13112 024 403079


ODBEleven:


  • Plug in the dongle
  • Turn on the ignition (engine doesn't need to be on)
  • Open the OBDEleven App
  • Select your Vehicle
  • Select "Engine Control Module" under "Control Units"
  • Select "Info"
  • Software Number is your Box Code
  • Software Version is your Revision


Open VCDS and click "Select"

Click "Engine"

Your ECU Box Code and Revision will be on the screen in the indicated location. This vehicle has Box Code: 1K0 907 115 AM and Software Revision: 0030.

Alternatively, you can view a saved fault code readout to find your Box Code and Software Revision.


Address 01: Engine Labels: 06J-906-026-CCT.clb

Control Module Part Number: 1K0 907 115 AM HW: 1K0 907 115 AA

Component and/or Version: 2.0l R4/4V TFSI 0030

Software Coding: 0403010A18070160

Work Shop Code: WSC 13112 024 403079