I'm glad I knew before I did the recalibration of the clicking & jerking doing the first 2 steps. I am definitely not hearing the clicking noise as much. I didn't really do the "defined test drive". Do you know what this does exactly? The note they put at the end makes is sound like it is not necessary.
Special Procedures
Defined Test Drive
Suggested test drive after replacing the mechatronic or successful basic setting.
Prerequisites:
- Fluid Temperature 30...100 °C (86...210 °F), see Measuring Blocks, Group 019.
- Do Not use Cruise Control.
Drive in Tiptronic Mode from stand still up to 6th Gear.
While doing that make sure to drive in Gears 3 or 5 for approx. 5 minutes and also in 4 or 6 for approx. 5 minutes.
The engine speed window for all gears is 1200 - 3500 RPM (for clutch calibration).
Perform one sharp braking followed by a full throttle acceleration (oil return check) while in Drive, Not Tiptronic Mode.
Evaluate creep and starting-off points.
Check for leaks.
NOTE: If the test drive cannot be performed in the recommended way or the necessary time, any remaining adaptations will be performed automatically during normal driving
Special Notes
- Some modules do not require the use if the [ON/OFF/Next] button. If an Error is displayed after clicking the button, or the Basic Settings status does not switch to On, let the selected group and procedure finish on its own.
- It is normal for the transmission to make noise while the tolerances are adapting. Do not exit or abort the Basic Settings sequence prematurely if you hear clacking noises.
- Customers with TDI's have reported that an RPM range of 2000-2500 rpm is sufficient.