U2000moderate severityNetwork
Network Configuration Error
on 2016 Audi A6 3.0L Supercharged V6 · AWD
What this code means
General network configuration error detected. Module network settings do not match vehicle configuration.
Symptoms
- Feature not working despite being equipped
- Module not recognized on network
- System not initializing properly
- As-built configuration mismatch
Common causes
- Incorrect module configuration after replacement
- Wrong module installed
- Vehicle configuration not programmed after service
- Module needs VIN programming
- As-built data not transferred
Diagnostic steps
- Verify module part number for vehicle
- Check as-built configuration data
- Program module with correct vehicle configuration
- Transfer VIN and calibration data
- Check for required module initialization procedure
Repair notes
Module needs to be configured for this specific vehicle. Program with correct as-built data and VIN.
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