Replacing the ECU on a 1999 VW Passat Sedan 1.8 Turbo
Help! I have a 1999 VW Passat Sedan 1.8 Turbo - I have had a mechanic tell me that the ECU needs replacement but that he can't do it b/c the ECU must be matched to the ignition key and that this type of repair service can only be done at a dealer -- I'm trying to avoid the much more expensive dealer services -- is this mechanic right or could it be that he just doesn't know how? Thanks!
Cars & Trucks - Volkswagen - Passat - 1999 Volkswagen Passat
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If u have an electronic key than security codes from ur key must be programmed into the ecu to match-- most ecu change overs on cars usually require a trip to the dealer so they can install their programming most auto shops dont have the funds to, or customer base to spend thousands [every auto maker has their own software and update and change every year]-- every year on reprogramming software for ecu-- they may do only 1 or 2 a year