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Removing and installing electronically controlled damping control unit J250, Golf Estate — VW

Removing and installing electronically controlled damping control unit J250, Golf Estate on VW: 13 steps.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

13 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code BX5

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  • Function Replace control unit must be performed with if electronically controlled damping control unit J250 has been renewed.
  • If the reference position has been re-adapted, the front camera for driver assist systems must be recalibrated on vehicles with lane departure warning function Calibrating front camera for driver assist systems.

📋 Procedure

  1. Disconnect battery Electrical system27Battery; Disconnecting and reconnecting battery.
  2. Pull out ignition key.
  3. Switch off ignition and open driver's door so that the steering lock engages.
  4. Remove left side panel trim in luggage compartment General body repairs, interior70Luggage compartment trims; Removing and installing side panel trim for luggage compartment.
  5. Remove tool bag.
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  1. Release lugs (arrows).
  2. Remove bracket (1).
  3. Unclip control unit (1) from bracket (arrow).
  4. Pull out release (1) in (direction of arrow).
  5. Pull off connector (2).
  6. Push control unit (1) into bracket (2) until lug (arrow) engages in retainer.
  7. Function Replace control unit must be performed with if electronically controlled damping control unit J250 has been renewed.
  8. If the reference position has been re-adapted, the front camera for driver assist systems must be recalibrated on vehicles with lane departure warning function Calibrating front camera for driver assist systems.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.