Alright - I've got all of the parts assembled: repair wires, connector, housing.
(With a TDI, I also discovered that I have to remove the front exhaust pipe to get better access to the module - at least I think that's the reasoning (?))
(Edit: Indeed - with the TDI's basically blocking the path of the module forward and up, there's no way it's coming out the top; going to have to remove the module from below.)
Anyway, just before I jump into things, please let me know if this is the proper order of operations and any clarifications to the steps necessary.
1. Get to the module - looks like I don't have to remove anything apart from the exhaust pipe (according to
repair manual).
2. Disconnect negative battery terminal
3. Disconnect / unplug connector
4. Disconnect brake lines
5. Remove module
6. Install new module; reattach brake lines
7. Cut the wiring on connector - how long should I leave that? Cut close to connector? The repair wires will provide a LOT of extra wire length
8. Attach repair wires to existing wiring
9. Feed repair wires into appropriate slots of new connector
10. Connect new connector to new module
11. Pump brake bleeder up to 29psi and bleed brake system
(my "new-to-me" unit did not come with plugs in it, so I'm assuming there's plenty of air in the unit; is there an bleed procedure in for these cars, same as there is for the Mk4 cars?)
12. Button everything back up, code the and other modules, and....hope for the best.
What am I overlooking? Any tips on how to best accomplish the re-wiring (that's the things that has me the most trepidatious).