Strange VW Message

July 11, 2017
According to Volkswagen, if you encounter a malfunction message “$33$10” while performing a software update, try removing pin 6 from the Data Link Connector (DLC) and attempt the software update with the pin removed.

According to Volkswagen, if you encounter a malfunction message “$33$10” while performing a software update, try removing pin 6 from the Data Link Connector (DLC) and attempt the software update with the pin removed.

Be sure to reinstall the pin before the vehicle leaves the shop.

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