Cluster
Cluster
Cluster
Immobilizer
Generally speaking, you can upgrade, but not downgrade that is, an Immo3 cluster can go into an
Immo2 car, but not an Immo2 cluster into an Immo3 car.
Immobilizer version can be quickly recognized by seeing if the clusters Immobilizer icon (car silhouette on
top of a key) is in the tachometer (Immo2) or the speedometer (Immo3).
Part Numbers
Cluster
Various part numbers (see Vortex reference thread for an overview)
1J [0|5]
Gauge Trim
1J[0] Standard
(Black)
1J[5] Sport
(Chrome)
[0|2|4]
[5|6]
Info Display
Immobilizer
[0] No
[5] Immo2
display
[9] mph
[2] MFA
[6] Immo3
(half)
[4] FIS (full)
* An X at the end of an OE part number typically denotes a refurbished part
9 [19|20]
CAN-Bus
9[19] w/o
CAN
9[20] w/CAN
[8|9]
Units
[8] km/h
Suffix*
B
C
Diesel
(220km/h)
Diesel
(260km/h)
Cluster repair wire: 000 979 008 (x2 required, i.e. 4 terminals)
Cluster Identification
VAG clusters are made by multiple suppliers (VDO, Bosch, Magnetti Marelli, etc). Some modifications
are specific to certain brands (see Additional Programming Functions below).
Clusters made by VDO (including all sport clusters) have 2 x T10 Torx screws on back
Clusters made by Bosch have 4 x T10 Torx screws on back
Wiper Stalk
Wiper stalk (with cluster control buttons):
4B0 953 503 G (Jetta sedan)
4B0 953 503 H (Golf, Jetta wagon w/rear wiper control)
Wiper stalk connector (T6e): 893 971 636 (should not be required - same part is used with the OE stalk)
Wiper stalk repair wire: 000 979 133 (x2 required, i.e. 4 terminals)
Note: T6e uses medium size repair wire connectors, and T32a uses the very smallest size. By using half
a length of each repair wire, there is more than enough length to complete the harness between the wiper
stalk and cluster without needing additional wire in the middle.
Wiring
Temperature Sensor
OAT sensor/1 (repair wire 131) - goes to T32a/26 (repair wire 008)
OAT sensor/2 (repair wire 131) - [grd] (ring terminal), goes to ground
Programming/Adaptation
Background Information
Pin, SKC, WSC, Importer Number
The "pin" is the 4-digit login code for the cluster.
The "SKC" (Secret Key Code) is a 7-digit encryption of the pin plus the date the SKC was generated.
The "WSC" (Workshop Code) is a dealer identification number (see below).
The "Importer Number" is a region-specific code (see below).
To program Immo3 cars (2002+), you require either just the 4-digit pin *OR* the SKC and the date the
SKC was generated and the WSC and the Importer Number.
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VCDS cannot be used to recover the pin from any instrument cluster, nor can it change mileage on
clusters that have more than 100km registered.
VAG-Tacho (and other programs) can be used, with the companion VAG-Tacho cable, to recover the pin
and change mileage. Use with caution.
Soft Coding
There is a 5-digit cluster code that configures the behaviour of the cluster. In VCDS, enter module 17Instruments and check the "Soft. Coding" field - this is the cluster coding. Make note of this code with the
original cluster connected; you will adapt the replacement cluster with the same code.
6 = Saudi Arabia
7 = Australia
Fourth digit (service intervals):
0 = fixed service intervals without oil sensor
1 = flexible service intervals with oil sensor
2 = fixed service intervals with oil sensor
3 = vehicles without service interval display (USA, Canada)
Note: Ross-Tech indicates that the following are also valid for the fourth digit, but I do not know what
they do differently:
4 = four-cylinder engine
6 = six-cylinder engine
Fifth digit (distance impulse number, K-value):
0 = All Engines/Transmissions (Impulse via CAN)
1 = 4345 Impulses/km
2 = 3528 Impulses/km (all other engines/transmissions)
3 = 4134 Impulses/km
4 = 3648 Impulses/km (engines with 5-speed automatic transmission)
Odometer reading:
My VIN:
My Immo3 Immobilizer ID:
In VCDS, enter module 17-Instruments, and select Login (11) under Advanced Functions
Enter 0 + 4-digit pin for the replacement cluster (should have been included with cluster)
This should set the immobilizer status to 4; repeat step 2, Verify Replacement Cluster Immobilizer
Status to confirm
Component Installation
Installing the Cluster
Important Notes
Procedure
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1. Move steering wheel to bottom outward position (you do not need to remove the steering wheel in
order to remove the cluster)
2. Pull straight out to release the tabs that hold the lower trim from the bottom of the cluster; there is one
tab on each side, and it will take some force to remove it
3. Remove 2 x T20 Torx screws from bottom of cluster dont drop the screws!
4. Wiggle/pull out cluster and disconnect two connectors on rear (caution: cables on back of cluster are
short)
5. Disconnect connectors (first the blue one, then the green one) by flipping up purple lever; there is a
small tab in the center of the connector that you should push down to unlock the lever
6. Installation is reverse of removal
Important Notes
Only rotate needles counter clockwise, and *gently* pull/push on spindle as required to remove and
install.
Gauge faces are in two pieces - the tachometer face, plus the speedometer face with the fuel and
coolant gauges (and center overlay where applicable); you may not need to remove the tachometer
needle if you are only switching the speedometer (i.e. mph to km/h)
Procedure
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6. The spring clip will release the airbag, once you push it down towards the center of the wheel. The
screwdriver pushes the spring clip. You will know if you were successful with the first clip if the bag
comes away slightly from the steering wheel.
7. Do one side, rotate the wheel 180 degrees and do the other side; the airbag will then release be
careful not to pull it too far away until disconnecting it.
8. There is a 2-pin connector on the airbag itself; this will pull straight out (i.e. there are no clips or locks
holding it in place)
9. Set airbag aside.
10. You may also disconnect the 5-pin connector on the slip ring push the connector in slightly,
squeeze the outer tabs, and pull off
Removing the Steering Wheel, Airbag Slip Ring and Wiper Stalk
c.f. Bentley, Jetta/Golf 1999-2005, 69-17, "Steering wheel "
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1. Use a 12mm triple square bit to remove the center bolt that holds the wheel in place; re-installation
torque is 40 ft-lbs (55 Nm) and the bolt should only be re-used up to 5 times.
2. The steering wheel is now loose and can be removed; note that the wheel and steering column shaft
have registration marks denoting the center position. Ensure the wheels are straight and these marks
are aligned before removing wheel.
3. After you remove the airbag and steering wheel, the next step is to remove the slip ring / steering
angle sensor. Be *VERY* careful removing this part, as it is sensitive to damage and very
expensive to replace. Do not spin or rotate the ring; ensure you know and maintain its proper
orientation.
4. You must remove the upper and lower steering column trim first. Remove the 4 small Philips screws
in the lower trim (one on each side, two on the bottom). Remove the T25 Torx screw in the lower
trim, beneath the column adjustment lever.
5. Lift the top trim up and pull out (there are two hooks on the back that hold the top trim tight to the
bottom trim; note these for re-installation). You will see the grounding post on the left side of the
steering column, which you will use when wiring the new stalk.
6. The bottom trim will fall down and be retained by the adjustment handle; there is no need to remove it
any further.
7. On the slip ring, disconnect the bottom connector by flipping down the orange lock lever, pinching the
yellow tabs and pulling out the yellow connector.
8. Carefully pry the 3 plastic tabs that hold the slip ring to the column assembly; they are flexible and do
not take any effort to unclip.
9. Be careful not to turn the slip ring so that it stays "indexed" properly; set it aside carefully.
10. Remove the wiper stalk using a small flathead screwdriver to pry the small tab adjacent to the
steering column; the stalk will come away easily. Undo the two connectors.
11. To wire T6e, you need to unlock the connector using a small knife to pry open each end of the
connector on the car side.
12. To unlock T32a, the green cluster connector, cut the zip tie holding the harness to the connector,
slide the purple end piece down and off the connector, and pull off the green connector cover.
13. Complete your wiring, re-install the wiper stalk, slip ring, trim pieces, steering wheel and airbag.
a. Place wheel onto the column, ensuring to align the registration marks; center bolt torque is 40
ft-lbs (55 Nm)
b. Plug in harness, connect airbag harness and press the airbag into place
c. Turn the key to the run position, and reconnect the battery terminal; keeping the key turned
will keep any power surges out of the airbag circuit. This is how the Bentley manual describes
how to do this properly.
ECU Responding
Key condition OK
1 = Yes
communications with
ECU OK (whether ECU
is matched or not)
0 = No
it will not be possible to
match the Immo to the
ECU at this time.
1 = Yes
a legitimate
transponder code
could be read
(whether it was
authorized or not)
0 = No
not possible to match
this particular key!
Transponder Status
Fixed Code
Authorized
1 = Yes
Transponder in key is
locked. Key can no
longer be adapted to a
different Immobilizer
System.
0 = No
Transponder in key is
not locked. Key has not
yet been adapted to
Instrument Cluster
(new replacement key)
1 = Yes
0 = No
fixed transponder
code of key is not
authorized.
Not used
0 to 255 minutes
Indicates how much
time must pass before
an another attempt to
match the ECU can be
made at Adaptation
channel 50 can be
made again. If SKC
data used to match
ECU at adaptation
channel 50 is incorrect,
the lock time starts at
10 minutes.
Number of adapted
keys
Maximum of 8 Keys
Immobilizer Status
4 = New or
replacement part
cluster, not matched/
adapted
5 = Customer service
locked; adaptation
data programmed
6 = Immobilizer
adapted, normal
operating condition
7 = Key adaptation in
progress via scan-tool
Transponder Lock
Time
0 to 10 minutes
Indicates how much
time must pass before
a transponder
recognition is possible
again. This lock is
activated after an
unauthorized key is
detected 20 times in a
row.
Note: Lock times only count down while the ignition is ON. If you've managed to accumulate long lock
times, you may want to connect a battery charger to the car while letting it count down