whackit
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Hi folks, I just installed the much needed and unfortunately missing MFSW in my 2009 Jetta TDI Sportwagen. I'm sure this will be a popular upgrade so I thought I'd leave some tips.
The basic information is contained in this exceptional thread.
http://forums.jettamkv.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=121
There are a couple of issues as it pertains to our car.
The control module that was in my car was PN:1K0 953 549 BR. this module will not work with the mfsw. The current part number and the one I used is: 1K0 953 549 BK.You'll also need the newer style of MFSW airbag harness which only has a single purple airbag connector. this is PN: 1K0 971 584 C Lastly you'll need a wheel! These are available in many outlets I suggest you try ebay first. I have part numbers for the current GTI sport wheel with paddle shifters: IK0 419 091 DDTDL and this is for a normal style (round wheel like our car came with) leather mfsw with paddles from an EOS: IQ0 419 091 SVFT. I didn't research the non paddle versions but they should be variations of those numbers. note that most any MFSW will work. just make sure you get one that uses your airbag (3 spoke not 4).
I have one caveat when it comes to the installation that differs from the DIY.
It is very easy to remove the control module entirely, not seperate the circuit board like in the DIY. Simply unscrew the screw. It's just a small torx, nothing special. Look at your new module. You will see two posts with catches sticking up from the back. one near the front and one by the connectors. you simply use a screwdriver to release these latches on the old module. it was ridiculously simple. note that my car also did not have the warning tape in the diy so you won't give away that you were mucking around here. Also the "square bit" is simply a 12 point 12mm star bit. These are available at almost any auto parts stores and are cheap.
So to the results! Everything works great! Cruise, Rear Wiper, all buttons active. The stalk MFD controls still work. The only difference is that the menu button on the wheel now cycles you through all the menus instead of bringing up the main menu. in other words. push. audio. push. convenience. push. MFD. etc. I like that way better than the previous menu selection method. And the best thing... PADDLES! This alone is worth the whole ordeal. The car is so much more sporty when using the transmission in manual mode and the paddles make it effortless. It's like a video game. I highly recommend this upgrade.
All in with new parts from a source like 1stvw (they are great) it would cost around $800. The parts can all be had for much cheaper if you check classifieds and ebay. There are also numerous other module part numbers that will work. you can check here:
http://wiki.ross-tech.com/index.php/Cruise_Control_Retrofitting_(1K)
Good luck!
The basic information is contained in this exceptional thread.
http://forums.jettamkv.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=121
There are a couple of issues as it pertains to our car.
The control module that was in my car was PN:1K0 953 549 BR. this module will not work with the mfsw. The current part number and the one I used is: 1K0 953 549 BK.You'll also need the newer style of MFSW airbag harness which only has a single purple airbag connector. this is PN: 1K0 971 584 C Lastly you'll need a wheel! These are available in many outlets I suggest you try ebay first. I have part numbers for the current GTI sport wheel with paddle shifters: IK0 419 091 DDTDL and this is for a normal style (round wheel like our car came with) leather mfsw with paddles from an EOS: IQ0 419 091 SVFT. I didn't research the non paddle versions but they should be variations of those numbers. note that most any MFSW will work. just make sure you get one that uses your airbag (3 spoke not 4).
I have one caveat when it comes to the installation that differs from the DIY.
It is very easy to remove the control module entirely, not seperate the circuit board like in the DIY. Simply unscrew the screw. It's just a small torx, nothing special. Look at your new module. You will see two posts with catches sticking up from the back. one near the front and one by the connectors. you simply use a screwdriver to release these latches on the old module. it was ridiculously simple. note that my car also did not have the warning tape in the diy so you won't give away that you were mucking around here. Also the "square bit" is simply a 12 point 12mm star bit. These are available at almost any auto parts stores and are cheap.
So to the results! Everything works great! Cruise, Rear Wiper, all buttons active. The stalk MFD controls still work. The only difference is that the menu button on the wheel now cycles you through all the menus instead of bringing up the main menu. in other words. push. audio. push. convenience. push. MFD. etc. I like that way better than the previous menu selection method. And the best thing... PADDLES! This alone is worth the whole ordeal. The car is so much more sporty when using the transmission in manual mode and the paddles make it effortless. It's like a video game. I highly recommend this upgrade.
All in with new parts from a source like 1stvw (they are great) it would cost around $800. The parts can all be had for much cheaper if you check classifieds and ebay. There are also numerous other module part numbers that will work. you can check here:
http://wiki.ross-tech.com/index.php/Cruise_Control_Retrofitting_(1K)
Good luck!
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