TFSI Software Update

RobA · 14-01-2008, 12:46

My dealer has just called to say my 07 plate TFSI needs an 'urgent' update.

This is fine, but, I am told that this update is so 'urgent' that it can't wait for me to cover 800 miles and have the service done at the same time.

Anybody know what this update could relate to? When I asked I was told that it prevents the car from going into 'limp-home' mode.

Thanks

**GAFF** · 14-01-2008, 12:55

Wow thats not so good, be sure to let us know if you find out more.

I had an engine software upgrade done before but it wasn't urgent, the car is way better because of it, both in preformance & sound

greek 5vrs · 14-01-2008, 13:53

Is this the 0040 update you're talking about or is it a more recent one?

Hedge · 14-01-2008, 13:58

If it is the ECU update then mine is going in today on the way home. Got the phonecall last Friday.
It has been a bulletin for quite sometime and my VIN was covered but on their system there was nothing against my actual car.
It would be interesting to know what it actually 'cures' as mine has not gone into limp mode for the last 27000.

Aspman · 14-01-2008, 15:03

I've got a late (July) 07 and I've not been heard anything.

**GAFF** · 14-01-2008, 16:45

I wonder is this the same as the update I got, mine never went into limp mode.

Makefish · 14-01-2008, 16:47

Mine was serviced last week but nothing was mentioned to me then

apd007 · 14-01-2008, 16:53

I had a phone call from my dealer earlier today saying my car was due a service, until I pointed out the car is on variable. He didn't mention anything to me about an update. My car is a March 07, built to order, I wonder if the OP's car was a pre-built one?

Hedge · 14-01-2008, 18:20

Well mine is a March 06 car which got plugged into VAS last November and it said no update available.
When I pick it up tomorrow I will let you know the s/w version.

Harry_vRS · 14-01-2008, 23:01

I think mine has had this update, and if so I've noticed bugger all difference...

RobA · 15-01-2008, 10:40

OK, the update is coded as '24KS ECU update recall' on the job sheet.

It 'fixes' an engine management 'problem' whereby the car goes into limp-mode.

I have noticed no problems before, and the car appears to be no different.

BTW there was also a 56-plate vrs in at the same time for the same job.

**GAFF** · 15-01-2008, 11:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by RobA

OK, the update is coded as '24KS ECU update recall' on the job sheet.

It 'fixes' an engine management 'problem' whereby the car goes into limp-mode.

I have noticed no problems before, and the car appears to be no different.

BTW there was also a 56-plate vrs in at the same time for the same job.

I think it could be 24K5

Mine also never went into limp mode.

mdk1 · 15-01-2008, 13:24

It will overwrite any remaps aswell.

**VRStu** · 15-01-2008, 20:39

You should have a campaign sticker in the boot and or in the service book too.

14-01-2008, 12:46	#1
RobA Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Surrey Posts: 100 Thanks: 6 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	TFSI Software Update My dealer has just called to say my 07 plate TFSI needs an 'urgent' update. This is fine, but, I am told that this update is so 'urgent' that it can't wait for me to cover 800 miles and have the service done at the same time. Anybody know what this update could relate to? When I asked I was told that it prevents the car from going into 'limp-home' mode. Thanks

14-01-2008, 12:55	#2
GAFF Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 5,772 Thanks: 25 Thanked 65 Times in 63 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update Wow thats not so good, be sure to let us know if you find out more. I had an engine software upgrade done before but it wasn't urgent, the car is way better because of it, both in preformance & sound __________________ GAFF Briskoda Ireland Events, Meets & Pictures.....Race Blue Octavia MkII vRS.....Old Octavia MkI vRS

14-01-2008, 13:53	#3
greek 5vrs Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 60 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: TFSI Software Update Is this the 0040 update you're talking about or is it a more recent one?

14-01-2008, 13:58	#4
Hedge Alarmist Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: North East Hants Posts: 1,960 Thanks: 43 Thanked 65 Times in 63 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update If it is the ECU update then mine is going in today on the way home. Got the phonecall last Friday. It has been a bulletin for quite sometime and my VIN was covered but on their system there was nothing against my actual car. It would be interesting to know what it actually 'cures' as mine has not gone into limp mode for the last 27000. __________________ Pentax K10D, Tamron 18-250mm lens and a lot of luck.

14-01-2008, 15:03	#5
Aspman Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 957 Thanks: 10 Thanked 48 Times in 43 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update I've got a late (July) 07 and I've not been heard anything. __________________ The TazZone Forums

14-01-2008, 16:45	#6
GAFF Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 5,772 Thanks: 25 Thanked 65 Times in 63 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update I wonder is this the same as the update I got, mine never went into limp mode. __________________ GAFF Briskoda Ireland Events, Meets & Pictures.....Race Blue Octavia MkII vRS.....Old Octavia MkI vRS

14-01-2008, 16:47	#7
Makefish Ex-Moddy Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Hampshire Posts: 8,181 Thanks: 175 Thanked 234 Times in 175 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update Mine was serviced last week but nothing was mentioned to me then

14-01-2008, 16:53	#8
apd007 Oops! :( Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: The 2nd biggest city in the whole of England. Posts: 2,919 Thanks: 53 Thanked 57 Times in 49 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update I had a phone call from my dealer earlier today saying my car was due a service, until I pointed out the car is on variable. He didn't mention anything to me about an update. My car is a March 07, built to order, I wonder if the OP's car was a pre-built one? __________________ Support Briskoda join Freedom ======> Was :- Skoda 120LSE Yellow 1.2 ~ 60 BHP? Then :- Mk I Skoda Octavia Blueline 1.9 TDi 90 BHP. Now :- Mk II Skoda Octavia vRS Black 2.0 TFSI. 200 BHP.

14-01-2008, 18:20	#9
Hedge Alarmist Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: North East Hants Posts: 1,960 Thanks: 43 Thanked 65 Times in 63 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update Well mine is a March 06 car which got plugged into VAS last November and it said no update available. When I pick it up tomorrow I will let you know the s/w version. __________________ Pentax K10D, Tamron 18-250mm lens and a lot of luck.

14-01-2008, 23:01	#10
Harry_vRS Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: North Posts: 2,041 Thanks: 16 Thanked 41 Times in 33 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update I think mine has had this update, and if so I've noticed bugger all difference... __________________ \| Silver Octavia v/RS Mk2 \| 18" Alloys \| Dual Zone Climatronic \| Xenons \| \| 273bhp 335lbft \|

15-01-2008, 10:40	#11
RobA Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Surrey Posts: 100 Thanks: 6 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update OK, the update is coded as '24KS ECU update recall' on the job sheet. It 'fixes' an engine management 'problem' whereby the car goes into limp-mode. I have noticed no problems before, and the car appears to be no different. BTW there was also a 56-plate vrs in at the same time for the same job.

15-01-2008, 13:24	#13
mdk1 go green Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Rochester, Kent Posts: 3,945 Thanks: 136 Thanked 120 Times in 104 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update It will overwrite any remaps aswell. __________________ Mike. Mine Skoda Roomster 3 TDI in matallic Anthracite Grey MKLJK Swmbo's Skoda Fabia 2.0I Elegance in Dark matallic Blue MKLJK

15-01-2008, 20:39	#14
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,457 Thanks: 125 Thanked 926 Times in 830 Posts	Re: TFSI Software Update You should have a campaign sticker in the boot and or in the service book too. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Buy My Octy for £11k - http://briskoda.net/skodas-sale/oct-07-57-octy-ii-vrs-hatch-2-0-tfsi-11k/125614/ Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

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