Strange MIL Message

Nov. 21, 2016
If you encounter a malfunction message “$33$10” while performing a software update on a 2012 Volkswagen Routan, try removing pin 6 from the DCL and attempt the software update with the pin removed.

If you encounter a malfunction message “$33$10” while performing a software update on a 2012 Volkswagen Routan, try removing pin 6 from the DCL and attempt the software update with the pin removed.

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

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