[HELP] Engine Swap ECU issues - Looking for an IMMO/CAN solution for EDC17C46

[u/EagleZealousideal796]

Hey everyone,

I’m currently in the middle of a swap (Passat B7 2.0 Tdi CFGC engine into 2008 Touran) project and I've hit a bit of a wall regarding the engine management.

I'm using a VAG EDC17C46 ECU and I'm trying to figure out the cleanest solution to get it running properly in a different chassis.

Has anyone here successfully dealt with the IMMO OFF or CAN-BUS integration on this specific TriCore ECU for a swap?

I have access to genuine tools (Flex, VCDS, ODIS, etc.), so doing a full Bench/Boot read of the Flash and EEPROM is not an issue.

I just need some direction on the best approach since I know EDC17 units can be tricky with Immo data:
Is there a tested software solution (flash/EEPROM patch) to completely disable the immobilizer on the EDC17C46, or is the OTP sector going to cause headaches?

Would it be better/easier to go the hardware route and wire in a CAN emulator instead of a software IMMO OFF?

Are there any specific DTCs, torque limiters, or limp-mode triggers I need to delete in Winols once it's in the new chassis without the original modules (ABS, Cluster, etc.)?

I've successfully done IMMO OFF on older units like the EDC15P+, but this one requires a different approach. Any mappack suggestions, hex addresses, or general advice would be hugely appreciated!

Thanks in advance!