Volkswagen Beetle 2002–2006 — technical service bulletin

Official summary

When adapting keys using ODIS, an error message may be displayed once the test plan directs to cycle the key off. If error is displayed, this does not necessarily indicate key adaptation has failed. If the immobilizer light turns off (instead of flashes) when key is switched on, key adaptation is in process. Continue to cycle remaining keys through ignition and then wait 2 minutes with the key off after adapting the last key. After 2 minutes have elapsed, evaluate vehicle operation with all keys, waiting 2 minutes with ignition off between each key.

Vehicles covered

• 2002 Volkswagen Beetle
• 2003 Volkswagen Beetle
• 2004 Volkswagen Beetle
• 2005 Volkswagen Beetle
• 2006 Volkswagen Beetle
• 2003 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
• 2004 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
• 2005 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible