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2004–2008 AUDI A4

2.0L I4 TDI•FWD•diesel•BLB•turbo
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Control Modules — 2004–2008 Audi A4

Every control module on the 2006-2007 Audi A4 — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
ABS/ESP Control Module (ABS/ESP)1.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, driver side near brake master cylinder
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ ESP standard; steering angle sensor calibration mandatory after replacement
Door Control Module (DCM)1.3 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside door panel (all four doors)
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Controls windows, mirrors, locks per door; one-touch window adaptation required
Steering Angle Sensor/Column Electronics (SAS)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column under dash
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Calibration required after replacement or alignment; critical for ESP and lane assist
Central Convenience Control Module (CCCM)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Driver side footwell behind kick panel
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Long coding for DRL, auto-lock, coming/leaving home lighting, convenience features
Engine Control Module (ECM)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, driver side firewall or under air filter housing
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Immobilizer adaptation required; CAN-bus standard across all models
Climate Control Module (CCM)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dash climate control panel
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Automatic dual-zone climate standard; flap adaptation required
All-Wheel Drive Control Module (Quattro)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under vehicle near transfer case or in trunk area
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Quattro models only; controls torque distribution and differential lock
Instrument Cluster (IC)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard behind instrument panel
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Mileage programming requires dealer tool or EEPROM; immobilizer integrated
Immobilizer Control Module (Immo)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated in instrument cluster
🔧 VAS 5052 or EEPROM programmer
⚠️ Component protection active; key programming dealer-level or EEPROM manipulation
Suspension Control Module (CDC)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk area or under rear seat
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Continuous Damping Control optional; adaptive suspension on S4 and sport packages
Transmission Control Module (TCM)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver seat or transmission tunnel
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Multitronic CVT or Tiptronic automatic; adaptation channels critical for shift quality
Airbag Control Module (ACM)0.7 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console tunnel under shifter
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Crash data clearing required; side and curtain airbags standard
Gateway Control Module (Gateway)0.7 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Driver side footwell behind dash
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Standard; bridges CAN networks; diagnostic hub for all modules
Adaptive Frontlighting System Module (AFS)0.7 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind headlight assembly or in engine bay
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Bi-Xenon with adaptive lighting optional; dynamic cornering lights; basic leveling standard
Parking Aid Control Module (PDC)0.7 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear trunk area or under rear shelf
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Optional; rear sensors standard when equipped, front sensors available on premium models
Radio/Navigation Control Module (RNS-E)0.6 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center dash radio slot
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ RNS-E navigation optional; Symphony II or Concert radio standard; CAN-bus
Telephone Control Module (Phone)0.6 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk area or under rear shelf
🔧 VCDS or VAS 5052
⚠️ Optional Audi phone system with Bluetooth; rare in US market
Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module (TPMS)0.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated in ABS module or separate module in trunk
🔧 VCDS or TPMS tool
⚠️ Indirect TPMS standard 2006-2007; sensor ID relearn required after tire rotation or replacement
Seat Memory Control Module (Seat Memory)0.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.1 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver or passenger seat
🔧 VCDS
⚠️ Optional on higher trims; memory, heating, and ventilation functions
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