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Recode cont. - Section 19-B
A feature unique to VCDS: You can leave the WorkShop Code unchanged, or enter any
workshop code you desire. Certain other programs always leave a tell-tale WSC when you
re-code a module. The Importer Number is only relevant for recoding controllers that use
KWP-2000. By default, this will remain unchanged unless you have set up an Importer
Number in the Options screen.
Airbag Coding:
When coding new Airbag Modules in many VW models, VCDS can "Suggest" an
appropriate Coding value based on the Index number of the airbag controller. This feature
is available only when VCDS is used with one of our Professional Grade (HEX) interfaces.
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee that the coding suggested by VCDS will be correct, but
there should be no harm in trying it. If it's not correct, the control module should refuse to
accept it and the coding will remain at 00000. To access this function, click on the [Coding
Helper] button:
Follow the instructions on the screen to locate the index number for the airbag controller: