matteodrache19
Seat Cordoba error codes and vehicle coding
Summary of the thread
A 2002 Seat Cordoba with a gasoline engine is experiencing multiple error messages, including a fault code suggesting incorrect vehicle coding. The issue is suspected to be related to the ECU coding, as engine diagnostics appear normal. The recommended solution is to have the ECU re-coded by a professional workshop to resolve the errors.
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matteodrache19 (community.author)
Interesting! You mention the fault code was key. Do you remember what the OBD-II code was in your case? I used a basic scan tool, and it just gave me a generic error related to 'system malfunction'. I suspect the coding because the engine diagnostics seem fine otherwise.
marcoschmid3
Unfortunately, I don't remember the exact fault code anymore, it was a while ago. But 'system malfunction' sounds like it could definitely be a coding issue. If the engine diagnostics check out, that strengthens the suspicion. Honestly, I'd say take it to a workshop. They'll have the proper tools to recode the ECU. Messing with that stuff without the right equipment can brick the whole thing.
matteodrache19 (community.author)
Took it to a local shop, and you were spot on. The fault code pointed them straight to the ECU coding. They re-coded it, and the error is gone. Cost me 360€, but at least it's fixed. Thanks again for your help!
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marcoschmid3
Whoa, sounds familiar! I had a similar issue with my old Opel Astra, although the malfunction indicator wasn't popping up on the speedometer, only on the infotainment. Did you use an OBD-II scan tool to pull the exact fault code? Knowing that helped me a lot when I was trying to figure out what was going on with mine. Turned out to be a weird sensor issue, but the symptoms were almost the same.