Getting front corner light delete, Video in motion, and convinience open of windows, sunroof with remote done whenever I find the time to go to my local audi repair shop. Any other suggestions. The car already does everything i want it to do so can't think of more.

What's front corner light delete? Are you referring to the amber to clear sticker? or something else...

What's front corner light delete? Are you referring to the amber to clear sticker? or something else...
Vag com mod that turns off the amber parking light completely and never turns on.

Jose, is there a list somewhere that describes the things VAG-COM can do for a 2012 A6? I even checked the official Ross-Tech site, and they don't recognize my VIN yet.

I would love to consider some of these things, but am not going to waste money if I don't think it's worth it.

So I got gagged today. Got the night corner amber light turned off. Video while driving. And tachometer hand sweep on turn on. Wanted windows to be contolled with remote closing but since Ross tech doesn't have updates for a6 or a7 couldn't enable it yet. I'll post movie of hand sweep later really cool!

So I got vagged today. Got the night corner amber light turned off. Video while driving. And tachometer hand sweep on turn on. Wanted windows to be contolled with remote closing but since Ross tech doesn't have updates for a6 or a7 couldn't enable it yet.
Hand sweep vid:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQnH9WTgBNs

Love that!


Do these settings stay when the service dept potentially does any ECU software updates? Or would you need to re-do these settings?

Some get wiped sometimes most don't. Depends on the service

Is there a way to get display of oil, coolant, tranny temperatures?

So I got gagged today. Got the night corner amber light turned off. Video while driving. And tachometer hand sweep on turn on. Wanted windows to be contolled with remote closing but since Ross tech doesn't have updates for a6 or a7 couldn't enable it yet. I'll post movie of hand sweep later really cool!

Nice work! That's half the fun of a new Audi for me...getting to plug in the VAG-COM cable and seeing what can be changed.

http://i53.tinypic.com/20ig8zp.jpg

Orange in pic is just reflected off the leds.

Ross Tech has nothing really updated yet for the C7 A6 or A7. I was able to use codes from the B8 A4 (http://www.audienthusiasts.com/VagCom.html) to do the gauge needle sweep, amber corner markers off, video in motion, front fog lights on with high beams and rear fog lights on with high beams. I was able to get the convenience window feature to close the windows with the lock button on the key, but there must be a new setting to get the windows to roll down with the unlock button.

so does VIM work in US .. I'm getting my car in a week hopefully

so does VIM work in US .. I'm getting my car in a week hopefully

Yes. It can be enabled using the same coding as the B8 A4. (Same as your S5.)

Yes. It can be enabled using the same coding as the B8 A4. (Same as your S5.)

ahh nice.. also another quick question that im sure google can answer but i would love to ask you regina... same cable as the one i used on my s5

ahh nice.. also another quick question that im sure google can answer but i would love to ask you regina... same cable as the one i used on my s5

Same cable!

When you get into it though you'll notice that none of the Long Code Helper bits in each controller are labelled. As long as you follow the the same adjustments that you make on the B8's, you shouldn't have a problem.

Thanks, hopefully my car will be here in a week... I guess I also have to instal the software on my macbokair now. . Do u have any experience with virtualization software on the Mac

Thanks, hopefully my car will be here in a week... I guess I also have to instal the software on my macbokair now. . Do u have any experience with virtualization software on the Mac

I do. VMware Fusion 3 works great. It can run a Windows OS as a whole reasonably well and, even better, it can run Windows apps from OSx off of the dock so well that they almost seem like a native application.

Unless you have one of the new i7 processor MacBook Air's, it will not be a speed demon but doing something like a VAG Mod is not terribly resource intensive anyways.

I was able to use amber corner markers off, video in motion, front fog lights on with high beams and rear fog lights on with high beams.

So, you disabled 2 safety features that mainly protect other people and made the fog lights useless.

Can't understand the reasoning there, but whatever pops your cork I guess. Just glad you drive in Canada...

I do. VMware Fusion 3 works great. It can run a Windows OS as a whole reasonably well and, even better, it can run Windows apps from OSx off of the dock so well that they almost seem like a native application.

Unless you have one of the new i7 processor MacBook Air's, it will not be a speed demon but doing something like a VAG Mod is not terribly resource intensive anyways.

ok guilty, i have a new MBA.. i installed parallels and a copy of tinyxp... works great just plugged into my s5.. now all i have to do is wait for the a6

I run XP Home via VMware Fusion on my MB Pro. Works like a charm.

Got the convenience windows feature working today. Once enabled you have to "turn it on" via the MMI. I remembered that from my Q5 and looked for it in the MMI once I had enabled the feature. Obviously didn't look close enough.

Thanks to orlandosk2 (http://www.audizine.com/forum/member.php/31448-orlandosk2) on AZ!

Ross Tech has nothing really updated yet for the C7 A6 or A7. I was able to use codes from the B8 A4 (http://www.audienthusiasts.com/VagCom.html) to do the gauge needle sweep, amber corner markers off, video in motion, front fog lights on with high beams and rear fog lights on with high beams. I was able to get the convenience window feature to close the windows with the lock button on the key, but there must be a new setting to get the windows to roll down with the unlock button.

Which codes did you use for windows. Up would be good for now. thanks

Which codes did you use for windows. Up would be good for now. thanks

Under "46-Central Convenience" Byte 2 your screen should look something like this (without the labelling.) Sorry for the small image!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3390/3516996620_e3091e94c3_z.jpg?zz=1

You need to check the boxes beside Bit 2 and Bit 3, enabling "Comfort Operation" via the remote control and Advanced Key.

Once you have done this and saved your new settings an extra menu item will show up in your car's MMI system vehicle settings. Press the CAR button and look under Car Systems>Vehicle Settings>Central locking. It defaults to all windows and sunroof "off" so you will need to change whichever windows you want to open to "on". Now a press and hold of the lock button on your key should roll all windows up and close the sunroof. A press and hold of the unlock button will open the windows and/or sunroof you have selected.

DISCLAIMER: Keep in mind that I am an amateur. By using any of the material described here you are assuming all responsibility for your own actions and their possible outcomes on your car.

ok now im gettin excited.. i should be in my car by tonight

At the dealership

Under "46-Central Convenience" Byte 2 your screen should look something like this (without the labelling.) Sorry for the small image!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3390/3516996620_e3091e94c3_z.jpg?zz=1

You need to check the boxes beside Bit 2 and Bit 3, enabling "Comfort Operation" via the remote control and Advanced Key.

Once you have done this and saved your new settings an extra menu item will show up in your car's MMI system vehicle settings. Press the CAR button and look under Car Systems>Vehicle Settings>Central locking. It defaults to all windows and sunroof "off" so you will need to change whichever windows you want to open to "on". Now a press and hold of the lock button on your key should roll all windows up and close the sunroof. A press and hold of the unlock button will open the windows and/or sunroof you have selected.

DISCLAIMER: Keep in mind that I am an amateur. By using any of the material described here you are assuming all responsibility for your own actions and their possible outcomes on your car.


my car vcds doesn't have anything labeled... any ideas why

no coding information is available for this ecu...etc
is the message i get and it doesn't take any codes.. any ideas

wow ok im stupid.. nevermind.. i should read before what people write

tony, thank you for your info. I wish i would have read more carefully, but in my haste, i ignored the part about no labels lol. Anyway i was wondering if you adjusted the led light level when headlights are on, my was set to 25% and now are set to 100%.

next mod I'm going to try and figure out is the rear fog lights on while i have my parking lights on

OK, so I just got the shipment from Ross Tech. This thing is pricy but well worth it.

So I did the following mods:
needle sweep (very cool)
video in motion (very very cool)
disabled amber light (cool)
fog high front and rear (ok)

I had trouble with the following mods:
windows up and down (could not find a code)
DRL on with turn signal (codes didn't work)
Can someone please help with these?
Thanks in advance.

I also need to read before posting.

Please ignor the window comment.

thanks

So is this something that is pretty fool proof or could i really mess some stuff up?

if you know how to post on this forum, you can do the mods. it is like setting up a new printer on your computer. Just follow the direction that is listed all over the internet.

However, I can not get the DRL winking to work. Maybe its because the model is so new and the coding has changed a little. I am sure someone will come up with a solution.

So when I go to Ross Tech, which package do I order?

However, I can not get the DRL winking to work. Maybe its because the model is so new and the coding has changed a little. I am sure someone will come up with a solution.

Do you have LED or HID headlights?

Do you have LED or HID headlights?

I have LED. Do you have a solution? Thanks in advance.

OK, so I just got the shipment from Ross Tech. This thing is pricy but well worth it.

So I did the following mods:
needle sweep (very cool)
video in motion (very very cool)
disabled amber light (cool)
fog high front and rear (ok)

I had trouble with the following mods:
windows up and down (could not find a code)
DRL on with turn signal (codes didn't work)
Can someone please help with these?
Thanks in advance.
what is the fog high front and rear?

I have LED. Do you have a solution? Thanks in advance.

You can't turn off wink with LEDs. The same row of LEDs that comprise the drl make up the yellow led turn signal. So it is not possible to have 2 sets of LEDs on at the same time in the same place

So i am new here, had a Q5 before the a6 and i felt that didnt need any mods (except for the wink)

When i turned on the a6 for the first time i had hoped that the gauges did the sweep but i guess they dont. I also want to lose the wink but was under the assumption that i had to bypass the relay or something? i guess not with the VAG mod. funny i was going to post something about these and happened on your thread

So, my main two things are Gauge sweep and to lose the wink. I live about 45 minutes away from ross tech. does anyone know if i drive up there can they program this. I dont want to spend 1,299 for just those two mods. Or is there anyone in the south jersey area that has a VAG com that can do this for me? i would be happy to pay for your time or trade for some Home audio gear :)

I dont have the LED headlamps. Just xenon with adaptive headlamps.

i suppose i could justify the 299-429 package but i dont think that works with audi's and offers the options the 1300 dollar piece does??

None the less your guy's mods are awesome. I hope i can get mine done eventually!

So i am new here, had a Q5 before the a6 and i felt that didnt need any mods (except for the wink)

When i turned on the a6 for the first time i had hoped that the gauges did the sweep but i guess they dont. I also want to lose the wink but was under the assumption that i had to bypass the relay or something? i guess not with the VAG mod. funny i was going to post something about these and happened on your thread

So, my main two things are Gauge sweep and to lose the wink. I live about 45 minutes away from ross tech. does anyone know if i drive up there can they program this. I dont want to spend 1,299 for just those two mods. Or is there anyone in the south jersey area that has a VAG com that can do this for me? i would be happy to pay for your time or trade for some Home audio gear :)

I dont have the LED headlamps. Just xenon with adaptive headlamps.

i suppose i could justify the 299-429 package but i dont think that works with audi's and offers the options the 1300 dollar piece does??

None the less your guy's mods are awesome. I hope i can get mine done eventually!
The cable is $349 from them and allows you to do all the mods on a 2012 A6

After I buy the cable, do I need to download software? If so, for the A5 ? Is the A8 the same stuff (I am wondering if the multicolored ambient lighting is in the software just undiscovered...).

After I buy the cable, do I need to download software? If so, for the A5 ? Is the A8 the same stuff (I am wondering if the multicolored ambient lighting is in the software just undiscovered...).
You can download the VCDS software directly from the site. The directions that come with it are very easy to follow. I was able to do the VIM, Gauge sweep, and a few other chnages in a matter of minutes. If you do a full "auto scan" within the software and send to ross-tech they can help tell you whats possible on your call. They are a great group.

I'm also using the $349 VCDS License with HEX-USB+CAN Interface. Works beautifully with the 2012 A6 and every other Audi I have owned. I run VCDS in Windows XP Home via VMware on a MacBook Pro running OSX Snow Leopard.

http://store.ross-tech.com/shop/VCHUC.html

How much did the VAG MODs cost you? can any local audi repair shop do the work?

So i am new here, had a Q5 before the a6 and i felt that didnt need any mods (except for the wink)

When i turned on the a6 for the first time i had hoped that the gauges did the sweep but i guess they dont. I also want to lose the wink but was under the assumption that i had to bypass the relay or something? i guess not with the VAG mod. funny i was going to post something about these and happened on your thread

So, my main two things are Gauge sweep and to lose the wink. I live about 45 minutes away from ross tech. does anyone know if i drive up there can they program this. I dont want to spend 1,299 for just those two mods. Or is there anyone in the south jersey area that has a VAG com that can do this for me? i would be happy to pay for your time or trade for some Home audio gear :)

I dont have the LED headlamps. Just xenon with adaptive headlamps.

i suppose i could justify the 299-429 package but i dont think that works with audi's and offers the options the 1300 dollar piece does??

None the less your guy's mods are awesome. I hope i can get mine done eventually!

u can text me, i do the mods

Thanks, NewbiAudi (Anthony) for hooking up my Vagcom mods today!

Needlesweep, video in motion, fog lights, and amber deletes work perfectly.

For some reason, I'm that oddity that cannot get the windows to roll down when I hold the unlock button, on the key fob. We followed the directions as they are posted in this thread.

I guess the good thing is its fall/winter season, so I won't need that function anytime soon lol.

Hopefully someone will come up with another code to get windows down working for the odd few like myself. :D

Thanks, NewbiAudi (Anthony) for hooking up my Vagcom mods today!

Needlesweep, video in motion, fog lights, and amber deletes work perfectly.

For some reason, I'm that oddity that cannot get the windows to roll down when I hold the unlock button, on the key fob. We followed the directions as they are posted in this thread.

I guess the good thing is its fall/winter season, so I won't need that function anytime soon lol.

Hopefully someone will come up with another code to get windows down working for the odd few like myself. :D
Did you enable them in the MMI after changing the code? I overlooked that step when I did it and it drove me nuts, but after enabling in MMI worked great.

Did you enable them in the MMI after changing the code? I overlooked that step when I did it and it drove me nuts, but after enabling in MMI worked great.

:o LOL, no we did not enable any of the codes through the MMI. Maybe that's the issue. I mean everything that was programmed worked/works properly, except the windows rolling down. I will see if any options for that functionality are available through the MMI menus.

Thanks for the heads up!!

:o LOL, no we did not enable any of the codes through the MMI. Maybe that's the issue. I mean everything that was programmed worked/works properly, except the windows rolling down. I will see if any options for that functionality are available through the MMI menus.

Thanks for the heads up!!
Its not a code, but it makes a few new choices available in the MMI. I think you go to "Car" "Car Systems" then there is something about windows in there and its in there you need to enable the windows.

Dude,
That is right.

I remember setting up the MMI to enable it.

Once you do that, it should work!

Let us know how it turns out.
Thanks

Dude,
That is right.

I remember setting up the MMI to enable it.

Once you do that, it should work!

Let us know how it turns out.
Thanks

LOL it worked perfectly. I set it up through the MMI/Car System menu. I just have to figure out what setting to leave my sunroof on so that it opens all the way and not just the tilt function.

You can rest now, not thinking you broke my car!!! J/K

Im pretty sure it's only tilt and no open

Im pretty sure it's only tilt and no open

Gracious!

Any mods for making both side mirrors tilt while in reverse?

Has anyone mussed with ROW taillight vag com codes. Like David's b8 on the c7 a6. I might have to dive in

Has anyone mussed with ROW taillight vag com codes. Like David's b8 on the c7 a6. I might have to dive in
David told me it was a lot of programming on his end for that lighting configuration on his b8. It didn't sound like it was just a ROW configuration via vag com.

David told me it was a lot of programming on his end for that lighting configuration on his b8. It didn't sound like it was just a ROW configuration via vag com.

Im pretty sure it's Vagcom stuff. We shall see. I'm waiting for his repsonse

LOL it worked perfectly. I set it up through the MMI/Car System menu. I just have to figure out what setting to leave my sunroof on so that it opens all the way and not just the tilt function.

You can rest now, not thinking you broke my car!!! J/K

You can have the sunroof slide. Go into 46- then 10 adaptions then find the channel for comfort opening or comfort sunroof, it's one of those, in the list of options they will be one that says tilt sunroof, whatever number that is subtract it from the value that is there now, whatever number it comes out is the new value, enter the number as the new value, test then save, sunroof should now slide open in lieu of tilting.

Example -In my car the value for tilt sunroof open. Is 8192, so I subtracted that form the value that is there now. The answer I plugged in as my new value test and save and your are good to go.

Im pretty sure it's Vagcom stuff. We shall see. I'm waiting for his repsonse
He did some snooping around to get it to work. He charges for programming and does it himself via a remote connection.

i was on the phone with him last night for a while, my vcds kept ****ing up so i think i have to instal bootcamp on my laptop to get it work properly...
how much did he charge you

Does anybody know if the Ambient lighting is installed but not configured on cars that don't have it as an option? I'm wondering if lights that run along the insides of the doors are simply there but not turned on as I would love to have them!

Cheers.

Does anybody know if the Ambient lighting is installed but not configured on cars that don't have it as an option? I'm wondering if lights that run along the insides of the doors are simply there but not turned on as I would love to have them!

Cheers.

Extremely doubtful especially for the bottom line of Audi USA. They wouldn't spend money on parts and not use them. I can almost 100% guarantee you don't have them. Foot well lights though. You can turn these on as ambient. I did it on my 2010 s4. Just do a vag com search for ambient lighting

i was on the phone with him last night for a while, my vcds kept ****ing up so i think i have to instal bootcamp on my laptop to get it work properly...
how much did he charge you

I never found the time to do it. Is he configuring euro style indicator programming for the a6? I had a short lease on the s4 so didn't care. I might do it on this car if possible. Keep me posted.

I dont have the LED headlamps. Just xenon with adaptive headlamps.


Can you tell me the coding for those? I just have the xenon, but I want to try the adaptive xenon coding. It would be strange if Audi has made two different xenon lamps, with and without sideways motors. Doesn't sound cost-effective. At least I'm hoping to be able to get the cornering lights working. I have the high beam assist, so the camera is in place to make it work.

So I got vagged today. Got the night corner amber light turned off. Video while driving. And tachometer hand sweep on turn on. Wanted windows to be contolled with remote closing but since Ross tech doesn't have updates for a6 or a7 couldn't enable it yet.
Hand sweep vid:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQnH9WTgBNs

That's sweet I want that!

Got the Amber Delete and Needle Sweep codes in, as well as Remote Open/Close Windows.

However, I can't get into 5F (Instrument Elec) and start the VIM coding. When I click n 5F, it doesn't do anything.

However, I can't get into 5F (Instrument Elec) and start the VIM coding. When I click n 5F, it doesn't do anything.

A little more information on the what's happening and what you've tried? You've followed these instructions for 3G? http://www.audienthusiasts.com/Articles_VIM.html

Hi, thanks for the reply.

Yes I followed these directions, and I got stuck at step 1. Haha.

When I clicked on 5F, it doesn't advance to the next menu. I was still running Vag Com software 805.1. Is that the problem? Thanks.

Hi, thanks for the reply.

Yes I followed these directions, and I got stuck at step 1. Haha.

When I clicked on 5F, it doesn't advance to the next menu. I was still running Vag Com software 805.1. Is that the problem? Thanks.
Download their newest version, even the beta one. I think its like version 11.1 and works well and has alot of new updates.

Download their newest version, even the beta one. I think its like version 11.1 and works well and has alot of new updates.

X2

The newer the car/generation/model year, the more important it becomes to use the newest available software.

Can you tell me the coding for those? I just have the xenon, but I want to try the adaptive xenon coding. It would be strange if Audi has made two different xenon lamps, with and without sideways motors. Doesn't sound cost-effective. At least I'm hoping to be able to get the cornering lights working. I have the high beam assist, so the camera is in place to make it work.

Bump :p

Download their newest version, even the beta one. I think its like version 11.1 and works well and has alot of new updates.

What updates? Windows. Anything else ?

What updates? Windows. Anything else ?
Its not a windows update, but the actual update to the software from ross tech.

http://www.ross-tech.com/vcds/download/

Just click on the 11.11 latest release and use that one to do your mods.

Bump :p

I too have tried get additional information about the Xenon coding for adaptive lights and add to fvike's request that someone owning a US prestige with bi-xenon adaptive lights please post the coding for module 55 (xenon range).

I had a conversation with the Audi engineering staff in Michigan and they stated that there are two versions of the bi-xenon lights for the US A7, one without horizontal motors and one with horizontal motors. In the past this has been the case--a check of bi-xenon lighting for earlier Audi models shows two variants with the adaptive variant costing about $400 US more that the base variant. It may well be the case that your vehicle (and mine) does not have the horizontal motors for adaptive lighting. I'm not saying this is the case, but it certainly is believable given the above comments.

The cornering lights are a separate matter. My understanding is that these light elements serve as both all-weather lights and low speed cornering lights (at least on US Prestige models). Does your vehicle have a separate switch (to the left of the main rotary switch) for all-weather lights (mine does not)? I don't know if/how the all-weather function and the cornering function are related, it may be that without the all-weather switch, harness, and correct module it is impossible to enable the low speed cornering function. As to the module itself, it is likely that the cornering lights are controlled by module 09. I have tried to enable the low speed cornering function by making select changes to module 09 coding but to date have had no success. The current VCDS documentation for module 09 is very limited.

The low-speed cornering function requires steering wheel angle, there is a place in module 17 (instruments) where you can look--in my case the documented bit indicates steering dependent adaptive lighting is installed. I am guessing that the label is not accurate, but this is another unknown at the moment. I know that steering wheel angle is input to other modules in my vehicle because it is needed for the rear-camera parking aid.

Have you had any success or gained any new information?

Its not a windows update, but the actual update to the software from ross tech.

http://www.ross-tech.com/vcds/download/

Just click on the 11.11 latest release and use that one to do your mods.

I meant does it label how to get the convenience feature, windows to open/close with key fob, etc working?

I meant does it label how to get the convenience feature, windows to open/close with key fob, etc working?
No, you still need to find those on the web. Ive used the site below to get alot of mine done.

http://www.audienthusiasts.com/VagCom.html

I too have tried get additional information about the Xenon coding for adaptive lights and add to fvike's request that someone owning a US prestige with bi-xenon adaptive lights please post the coding for module 55 (xenon range).

I had a conversation with the Audi engineering staff in Michigan and they stated that there are two versions of the bi-xenon lights for the US A7, one without horizontal motors and one with horizontal motors. In the past this has been the case--a check of bi-xenon lighting for earlier Audi models shows two variants with the adaptive variant costing about $400 US more that the base variant. It may well be the case that your vehicle (and mine) does not have the horizontal motors for adaptive lighting. I'm not saying this is the case, but it certainly is believable given the above comments.

The cornering lights are a separate matter. My understanding is that these light elements serve as both all-weather lights and low speed cornering lights (at least on US Prestige models). Does your vehicle have a separate switch (to the left of the main rotary switch) for all-weather lights (mine does not)? I don't know if/how the all-weather function and the cornering function are related, it may be that without the all-weather switch, harness, and correct module it is impossible to enable the low speed cornering function. As to the module itself, it is likely that the cornering lights are controlled by module 09. I have tried to enable the low speed cornering function by making select changes to module 09 coding but to date have had no success. The current VCDS documentation for module 09 is very limited.

The low-speed cornering function requires steering wheel angle, there is a place in module 17 (instruments) where you can look--in my case the documented bit indicates steering dependent adaptive lighting is installed. I am guessing that the label is not accurate, but this is another unknown at the moment. I know that steering wheel angle is input to other modules in my vehicle because it is needed for the rear-camera parking aid.

Have you had any success or gained any new information?

I have the all-weather lights button, and can turn on both lights with it. When they are on, they will dim down (on the side I'm engaging) when I use the turnsignal, and dim up again afterwards.
Even if there are two seperate bi-xenon headlamps, getting the cornering lights activated would help. If anyone have an up-to-date ETKA, they can easily see if there indeed are two different headlamps.
I found a code for the cornering lights for an B8 A4 on Audienthusiasts.com. Haven't tried it yet.

Fog Light turns on with turn signal (Curb Side Lighting)**

[09 - Cent. Elect.]
[Coding - 07] -> [Long Coding Helper] -> Byte 4 Bit 0 - Change 0 to 1

*Headlights must be on without Fog Lights for this to work.

Oh, BTW, does anyone have the code that enables Ripping CDs? (Copy from CD).

I have the all-weather lights button, and can turn on both lights with it. When they are on, they will dim down (on the side I'm engaging) when I use the turnsignal, and dim up again afterwards.
Even if there are two seperate bi-xenon headlamps, getting the cornering lights activated would help. If anyone have an up-to-date ETKA, they can easily see if there indeed are two different headlamps.
I found a code for the cornering lights for an B8 A4 on Audienthusiasts.com. Haven't tried it yet.

For module 09 I have tried changing byte 4/bit 0 from 0 to 1 and this change has no effect on my vehicle (bit 0 is currently documented in VCDS as "fog lights as cornering lights"). However, I have found that if you change module 09/byte 4/bit 4 from 0 to 1 the Audi adaptive light sub-menu appears under the external lighting menu on the MMI. According to my owners manual, the cornering function is part of adaptive lighting. On my vehicle I find that setting the adaptive light to "on" does not enable the cornering lights or have any other effect that I can identify. Even more puzzling, if I switch the adaptive light from on to off in the MMI, it automatically resets to on in about 5 seconds. However, since you have the all-weather switch and lights working you may have a different result if you change byte4/bit 4. Please let us know what you find should you make this change.

Finally got around to VAG mods today. Added the windows open/close feature (worked first time) and the gauge sweep. I also selected the Lap Timer, but, did not find any MMI additions nor lists available... must not work on the C7. Am not sure what the 'wink' is supposed to do... Did not enable the VIM just yet.

Anyone know if there is a change to the ambient light 'colors' available? Remote start? Other cool features to enable?

Finally got around to VAG mods today. Added the windows open/close feature (worked first time) and the gauge sweep. I also selected the Lap Timer, but, did not find any MMI additions nor lists available... must not work on the C7. Am not sure what the 'wink' is supposed to do... Did not enable the VIM just yet.

Anyone know if there is a change to the ambient light 'colors' available? Remote start? Other cool features to enable?

You still need video I motion. No change to ambient color available.

I started to do the VIM, however, my laptop died. Maybe next weekend I can get back to that task.

I am working with some folks in a German Audi forum to get Lane Assist working. If you have adaptive cruise control installed, there's no extra hardware required, other than a different indicator stock lever.

It seems to be merely a coding thing...

I am working with some folks in a German Audi forum to get Lane Assist working. If you have adaptive cruise control installed, there's no extra hardware required, other than a different indicator stock lever.

It seems to be merely a coding thing...

That would be awesome! Keep us posted.

Is there anyone in the phila area who will do the mods? Dealer is reluctant and I do not know any of the mechanics yet. Thanks

It will be a couple of months before I come down to Newtown Square. I'll ping you when I make the plans as I could bring my cable and PC if you still need it.

So anyone know if you can get rid of the wink?

I live in West Chester PA, and have VAG cable / SW. Drop me a note.

Yeah I live in CT and would be glad to pay someone to do few VAG tweeks for me.

I thought I'll give it a go to lower the air suspension on my car today, but got stuck pretty quick as I could get by the security code, I tried the code from C6 (31564) but that didn't work so I had to give in.....

Is there anyone here who might know this code for 34-level control?

I thought I'll give it a go to lower the air suspension on my car today, but got stuck pretty quick as I could get by the security code, I tried the code from C6 (31564) but that didn't work so I had to give in.....

Is there anyone here who might know this code for 34-level control?

Did you send an email to VCDS asking for help? Chances are they would be willing to assist. As you probably know, the USA A6 does not have the air suspension.

Just got my VAG-COM cable today and going to dive in tonight.

Just to clarify, has anyone been able to disable the wink for xenons?

Just got my VAG-COM cable today and going to dive in tonight.

Just to clarify, has anyone been able to disable the wink for xenons?
To answer my own (and a couple of others') question, yes, wink can be disabled for xenons using the same coding.

I did disable wink, needle sweep, VIM, amber corner delete, windows by fob, and LEDs at 100%.

Only the LED, I think, didn't work. I only had a half hour in the dark to mess around with this.

Can anyone verify the coding for LED brightness is the same? If I recall, the byte actually referenced to turn signals.

Any issues with warranty when doing these VAG mods? Wondering if anyone talked to their service guy and what their thoughts were. VIM and Windows via FOB would be nice :)

I don't think there are any issues with the warranty. It's hard to cause issues with these modifications since they are already supported by the various controllers. To refuse warranty repairs, Audi would have to prove that these modifications caused the problem.

However, the modifications are sometimes deleted when you bring the car in for service when new software is uploaded.

I am working with some folks in a German Audi forum to get Lane Assist working. If you have adaptive cruise control installed, there's no extra hardware required, other than a different indicator stock lever.

It seems to be merely a coding thing...

I am curious to getting this working. I have a US Spec A6 in Italy. I am currently awaiting the return of my headunit as I had it recoded to EU, added the EU Maps, changed the radio to EU, and had the rSap enabled. The SIM is carrier locked to US in the states. I would love to get the lane departure warning working as well.

I live in West Chester PA, and have VAG cable / SW. Drop me a note.

Small world! I live in Lansdale, any chance you would be willing to help me with a few mods? I am looking to get the video in motion, remote windows up/down and tach sweep. I would definitely compensate you for the time and trouble.

Does anyone know if it is possible to have the speed limit displayed in the HUD like they do on the European models?

To answer my own (and a couple of others') question, yes, wink can be disabled for xenons using the same coding.

I did disable wink, needle sweep, VIM, amber corner delete, windows by fob, and LEDs at 100%.

Only the LED, I think, didn't work. I only had a half hour in the dark to mess around with this.

Can anyone verify the coding for LED brightness is the same? If I recall, the byte actually referenced to turn signals.


yes, it is the one for the turn signals, kind of complicated to explain. but that's the right one.

In other countries the Led Daytime lights dim Down to percentage that it illuminates at night when the indicators are activated.

That number or value you see is the percentage that the DRL illuminates when the park or head lights are activated, That's why its labeled as turn signals.

I believe the default for the A7 is 35%, i don't know what the default setting is for the A6. you can make it higher, but don't make it too much lower than whatever the default is for your car. trust me, i have learned alot about these cars over the year.

I am curious to getting this working. I have a US Spec A6 in Italy. I am currently awaiting the return of my headunit as I had it recoded to EU, added the EU Maps, changed the radio to EU, and had the rSap enabled. The SIM is carrier locked to US in the states. I would love to get the lane departure warning working as well.

Can rSap be enabled through the Vag?

yes, it is the one for the turn signals, kind of complicated to explain. but that's the right one.

In other countries the Led Daytime lights dim Down to percentage that it illuminates at night when the indicators are activated.

That number or value you see is the percentage that the DRL illuminates when the park or head lights are activated, That's why its labeled as turn signals.

I believe the default for the A7 is 35%, i don't know what the default setting is for the A6. you can make it higher, but don't make it too much lower than whatever the default is for your car. trust me, i have learned alot about these cars over the year.
Thanks. I figured it out a couple of weeks ago after playing around with the settings. I originally had all the DRL options selected and kept getting an error message because of the lack of fog lights!

Does anyone know if it is possible to have the speed limit displayed in the HUD like they do on the European models?

I believe that it can be displayed. The guy that took the latest Euro delivery had it showing in his 130MPH video.

I believe that it can be displayed. The guy that took the latest Euro delivery had it showing in his 130MPH video.

Is this the video you are referring to? https://skydrive.live.com/?cid=F5A6540B544483E3&id=F5A6540B544483E3%21236&sc=documents

His hud is showing the actual speed the guy is going not the speed limit.

Does anyone know if it is possible to have the speed limit displayed in the HUD like they do on the European models?

I don't think anyone has done that yet....do regular navs like Garmin or Tomtom do that in the US? I have a Garmin with European maps that shows me the speed limit for each road here in the UK.

The navigation system on the 2012 A6 does show the speedlimit on the map screen(for major roads), but it is not displayed on the HUD for those that have the innovation package.

this video shows speed and speed limit.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyTgnHjYEIE

this video shows speed and speed limit.



Yeah, since it is available on the Euro model, maybe someone can figure out how to enable it with the VAGCOM on US cars...

Can rSap be enabled through the Vag?



No. I sent my entire head unit to VNS media.

I paid them to do it , euro maps and google earth.

Would these cables on ebay work?

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p5197.m570.l1311&_nkw=vag+com&_sacat=See-All-Categories

Would these cables on ebay work?

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p5197.m570.l1311&_nkw=vag+com&_sacat=See-All-Categories

I've read from other forum members that those ebay cables are a hit or miss. Some may not have the ability to do all the electronic mods.

Is there any way to get the front turn signal to just blink the DRL instead of actually turning the DRL amber and blinking it (for people with full LEDs)?

I posted this question over in the VAG-COM forum but maybe one of you with a VDS cable knows how I can enable the following options:

A/C: I got a loaner recently and there was a setting under Car/AC that allows to set something like soft/medium/high.

ACC: there was a setting for ACC that allows to chose between Dynamic/Standard/Comfort. I don't have that option at all and can't seem to find it in VCDS either. I found how to show the default distance in the MMI but not the other setting.

Thanks,
Dirk

Just to add to this: My HVAC controller (08) is currently coded 66 81 20 BA 5C but there are no labels on what the various bytes do. Maybe someone with a VAG-COM cable and the A/C settings can post what his coding is and I can give it a try.

Also, does anybody have the security access code for 13-Auto Dist. Reg., I'm trying to set channel 7 to enable the other ACC options but it requires a security aces code. The current coding for 13-Auto Dist. Reg is 36 01 01 02 02. Maybe someone who has the additional ACC options enabled would not mind psoting his coding?

Thanks,
Dirk

I posted this question over in the VAG-COM forum but maybe one of you with a VDS cable knows how I can enable the following options:

A/C: I got a loaner recently and there was a setting under Car/AC that allows to set something like soft/medium/high.

ACC: there was a setting for ACC that allows to chose between Dynamic/Standard/Comfort. I don't have that option at all and can't seem to find it in VCDS either. I found how to show the default distance in the MMI but not the other setting.

Thanks,
Dirk


Strange ... I haven't tweaked anything in my car yet (haven't met anyone in the LA area with VAG-COM cable, etc., yet), but I know I have BOTH of those options available to change via 'stock' MMI settings. The A/C "intensity" settings (accessed through the "Car" menu) only can be changed while the car actually is running; it's greyed out otherwise. The ACC settings... well, I don't remember where I saw that(sorry!), but I know it's there. (Also via the "car" menu.)

I made two screen shots, the A/C one is how it was when I got the car, the ACC I enabled myself, it wasn't there before at all and now only shows the distance

OK, it seems that the ACC settings have been moved to Drive Select Individual but the A/C settings soft/medium/strong should be under Car/AC and they are not. At least my manual lists the option, so they don't have it removed. Something the dealer can look into the next time I'm there.

OK, it seems that the ACC settings have been moved to Drive Select Individual but the A/C settings soft/medium/strong should be under Car/AC and they are not. At least my manual lists the option, so they don't have it removed. Something the dealer can look into the next time I'm there.

I believe Your vehicle may have a newer software version, and looks like some changes were made to the menus. you might have to look for that AC setting, due to the new software if may have been moved or maybe even completely removed but i doubt it, especially of you have the 4 Zone climate control system that comes standard with the prestige package.

Thanks to one guy on Motor-Talk.de I was able to find the difference. The last byte in 08 HVAC makes the option appear or disappear. I had a 5C, he had a 2C. Once I coded mine to 2C it showed up right away.

I didn't try any other combination, it might be that the North American coding if still different and therefore it would be nice if someone could post the coding he has for 08 HVCA and 13 ACC.

AudiA4B6US: What version MMI do you have?

This, if this is the version you are looking for

Thanks to one guy on Motor-Talk.de I was able to find the difference. The last byte in 08 HVAC makes the option appear or disappear. I had a 5C, he had a 2C. Once I coded mine to 2C it showed up right away.

I didn't try any other combination, it might be that the North American coding if still different and therefore it would be nice if someone could post the coding he has for 08 HVCA and 13 ACC.

Try this, its for an A7 prestige model with 4 zone climate (climate controls in the front and rear), if you have a prestige A6 with 4 zone this should be the right coding for give you that menu if you are missing it.

Now remember, again , since your car is newer they might have moved or completely gotten rid of that menu, again i seriously doubt it, its probably moved, so remember before you try the coding posted below, Saev yo old coding just in case.



Address 08: Auto HVAC (J255) Labels: None
Part No SW: 4G0 820 043 L HW: 4G0 820 043 L
Component: KLIMA 4 ZONEN H11 0055
Serial number: 21011100040324
Coding: 6603207A1C
Shop #: WSC 02391 785 00200
ASAM Dataset: EV_AirCondiComfoUDS 002027
ROD: EV_AirCondiComfoUDS.rod
VCID: 28551601E7D6

No fault code found.

Just VAGed my car:
Remote windows & sunroof (tilt only)
Needle sweep
Gear displayed in D & S modes
VIM
Amber corners
Rear fogs w/ high beams
Euro parking lights

I'm trying to figure out how to open the sunroof, not just tilt it. And while I was enabling remote windows on my son's 2008 Jetta I saw that the Jetta will close the windows automatically if rain is detected, but I am unable to find that in the A6 adaptation. Anybody found either of these on their A6?

Just VAGed my car:
Remote windows & sunroof (tilt only)
Needle sweep
Gear displayed in D & S modes
VIM
Amber corners
Rear fogs w/ high beams
Euro parking lights


Very cool. A couple questions:
1) What does the "Gear displayed in D & S modes" look like?
2) Can you show before/after pics of the "Euro parking lights"?

Thanks.

Just VAGed my car:
Remote windows & sunroof (tilt only)
Needle sweep
Gear displayed in D & S modes
VIM
Amber corners
Rear fogs w/ high beams
Euro parking lights

I'm trying to figure out how to open the sunroof, not just tilt it. And while I was enabling remote windows on my son's 2008 Jetta I saw that the Jetta will close the windows automatically if rain is detected, but I am unable to find that in the A6 adaptation. Anybody found either of these on their A6?


Can you show us how you got the Gear to display in D and S?

Thanks

Just VAGed my car:
Remote windows & sunroof (tilt only)
Needle sweep
Gear displayed in D & S modes
VIM
Amber corners
Rear fogs w/ high beams
Euro parking lights

I'm trying to figure out how to open the sunroof, not just tilt it. And while I was enabling remote windows on my son's 2008 Jetta I saw that the Jetta will close the windows automatically if rain is detected, but I am unable to find that in the A6 adaptation. Anybody found either of these on their A6?


its in 46, then go to (10) - adaptation and check in comfort opening and there is also a channel for the sunroof. I dont remember the exact setting, i will have to look at car later on, but its there and it works. I have done it.

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Can you show us how you got the Gear to display in D and S?

Thanks

Found it. It is in "02 Auto Trans", "10-Adaptations". Set "Single gear display" to "D=On/S=On".

Thanks

Can you show us how you got the Gear to display in D and S?

Thanks

http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2826133

That thread shows a picture of the Gear number display and the 2nd page has the instructions on how to do it.

Pictures below are Euro park light feature.

When you park your car at night, put the indicator stalk either to left or the right and that Corresponding side Daytime running light in park light mode (park light mode is when the led Daytime Running light is dimmed to about 25-26% when with headlights or the park lights are activated)will be activated and stay activated until you return to the car again and deactivate it by putting indicator stalk back to neutral position.

This feature is meant to illuminate you car in dark unlit areas when parked at night.

its a European Feature disabled on US Spec Vehicles, hence its called the Euro Park light feature.

do A6 and A7 share VAG-COM codes??
there aren't much info on A7s

I would like to change my DRL brightness on my A7
thanks

Went in with my vagcom and enabled the parking light feature but cannot get it to come on. Have a prestige with LED package. I am shutting the car down, then turn the stalk and then step out and close door. Anything missing?

Thanks for your help

Went in with my vagcom and enabled the parking light feature but cannot get it to come on. Have a prestige with LED package. I am shutting the car down, then turn the stalk and then step out and close door. Anything missing?

Thanks for your help

Sounds like you did it correctly, I just followed this http://www.audienthusiasts.com/VagComEuroParking.html

Been trying to figure this out and can't seem to find an answer. Is there any way to get the front turn signal to just blink the DRL instead of actually turning the DRL amber and blinking it (for people with full LEDs)?

No, just one set of LED "bulbs" so they can be 2 colors at same time

No, just one set of LED "bulbs" so they can be 2 colors at same time

Sorry meant to say CANNOT be 2 colors at same time

Been trying to figure this out and can't seem to find an answer. Is there any way to get the front turn signal to just blink the DRL instead of actually turning the DRL amber and blinking it (for people with full LEDs)?


Havent seen that as yet

Went in with my vagcom and enabled the parking light feature but cannot get it to come on. Have a prestige with LED package. I am shutting the car down, then turn the stalk and then step out and close door. Anything missing?

Thanks for your help

Turn the car open the door hit the turn signal, try putting you headlights in the auto setting. also check you coding i noticed that the are 2 area that say euro park light.

Ok, guys, I solved half of the problem!!! I activated the parking lights, got them to come on, the deal is that you have to turn off the car, open the door and then switch the stalk to left or right and then close the door.
However, only the front left or right lights come on. On my BMW, the front and rear lights (on whatever side I chose) comes on.
So does anybody know how to get the rear lights to come on with the euro parking lights?

So does anybody know how to get the rear lights to come on with the euro parking lights?

did you try pressing the rear fogs button?

Wow...amazing mods!
Anybody in NY/NJ help in getting me the windows and or VIM?
I have the 2012 P+.

Thanks again...

Wow...amazing mods!
Anybody in NY/NJ help in getting me the windows and or VIM?
I have the 2012 P+.

Thanks again...

I’m in NY.

Sweet!
can you help in doing the mods?
VIM and the windows?

Sweet!
can you help in doing the mods?
VIM and the windows?

Yes I can no problem. I’m in 11103. Just let me know when you want to meet.

I'm thinking of pulling the trigger on this vag-com module thing. I've NEVER used vag-com before, is it easy? Are there instructions on how to turn each thing on or off for the A6? I don't want to screw up the car!!!!!

Thanks

Just search the posts for vag-com or VCDS mods for A6 C7 or for A4 A5 or A8 and you will get plenty of hits. Not complicated at all to do. The only advice is if unsure stop and don't change it, go read about and then come back.

I used what I could find on the forums here on AudiWorld, and this site http://www.audienthusiasts.com/VagCom.html

I looked at the instructions for getting the code for the VIM and they all say at the end, to hit the setup button. I haven't been in my car lately, but I don't recall seeing a SETUP button anywhere. Am I just wrong?

Is there a site that outlines step by step instructions for performing the VCDS mods on the C7 A6? I failed C++ in college and don't want to take any chances when it comes to my car.

Is there a site that outlines step by step instructions for performing the VCDS mods on the C7 A6? I failed C++ in college and don't want to take any chances when it comes to my car.

its easy, just follow the instructions on the website
http://www.audienthusiasts.com/Articles_VIM.html

its easy, just follow the instructions on the website
http://www.audienthusiasts.com/Articles_VIM.html

That's what I used (that's also why I included a link in my last reply), ended up being the first code.
Remember to use those steps listed under 3G.

But there is no SETUP button on our cars!!!!!

But there is no SETUP button on our cars!!!!!

You might try googling some of your questions to get the answers you need.
I had no trouble finding the reset buttons for the 2012 A6/A7 with a search. Took all of 5 minutes to get the sequence.

"menu+center+upper right"

I was just reading the instructions and noticed there was no setup button. Sheesh. But thanks for the answer.

its in 46, then go to (10) - adaptation and check in comfort opening and there is also a channel for the sunroof. I dont remember the exact setting, i will have to look at car later on, but its there and it works. I have done it.

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Wow! I like that you can close the trunk with the remote. Too bad we don't have trunk access like the A7. :(

Where in the L.A. Area can I get this done (or the valley)?

Where in the L.A. Area can I get this done (or the valley)?

I am going to be ordering mine soon, I'll PM you when I get it

I am going to be ordering mine soon, I'll PM you when I get it

Thank you so much. Appreciated.

Wonder if there is a way to allow album cover flow for SD cards/Ipod. Seems that only songs on the jukebox allow the cover flow view.

Alan was kind enough to do some of the mods for me yesterday. We got stumped when it came to the convenience opening. everything was input and the windows and roof close fine. But , they will not open with the remote. we tried numerous times and varied the settings in the lock menu for the windows. No luck.

all of the other commands took. Please help.

Any guidance on what can be done with the hidden menu?

Is the lap counter accessable? How?

Thanks

Alan was kind enough to do some of the mods for me yesterday. We got stumped when it came to the convenience opening. everything was input and the windows and roof close fine. But , they will not open with the remote. we tried numerous times and varied the settings in the lock menu for the windows. No luck.

all of the other commands took. Please help.

Any guidance on what can be done with the hidden menu?

Is the lap counter accessable? How?

Thanks

Check in the mmi Menu go to central locking then go into the long press window menu and make sure that connivence opening is turn on

We also enabled the battery meter on jwex16's car but could not see it in the car menus. Any idea how to access it or if it's available in the C7 A6?

Alan

We also enabled the battery meter on jwex16's car but could not see it in the car menus. Any idea how to access it or if it's available in the C7 A6?

Alan

Cant get that work either, need to get your hands on a New A8 and check all the coding for it.

I thought it might be useful to repeat a general overview with what has been written many times before for those newly embarking on making the various adjustments using Vag-Com (currently known as VCDS).

Do NOT monkey around with various settings unless you know what you're doing - leave experimentation to the experts. Follow the directions of others who have blazed a successful trail to a particular mod. It IS possible to screw up things in your car.

That said, I've been using Vag-Com on all my Audis for several years without incident (I am NOT a programmer by any means) and while It may be a bit unnerving for some at first to make changes on your $55K+ car, if you carefully follow directions of the specific mods others have done, you will be fine.

The hardest part may be forking over the $350 to Ross-Tech for the VCDS cable. The software is free but it won't help without the correct cable for your car.

Buyer beware: I would recommend you stay away from knock-off cables sold on eBay - there have been many reports of these cables not working or missing many features available in the VCDS software. For example, when I got my A6 and was ready to make the mods, I was prompted to update the cable firmware before I could use the latest software update. Junk cables will likely not be upgradeable even if they did work at one time.

Ross-Tech offers several cables depending on model and year of your car. Anyone with a 1990+ Audi or VW would need either the "HEX+CAN+USB" if your laptop has a USB port (most everyone these days) or for older laptops, the "HEX-CAN-COM" if you only have a serial port. Obviously, not all features will be available to older vehicles. (The VCDS cable from Ross-Tech has an encrypted upgradeable chip built-in. Hard to copy).

The Ross-Tech VCDS software will only work on Windows computers; it will work on Macs if VM Windows type software is loaded on the computer.

Have fun!

http://www.ross-tech.com/
http://store.ross-tech.com/shop/VCHUC.html

I thought it might be useful to repeat a general overview with what has been written many times before for those newly embarking on making the various adjustments using Vag-Com (currently known as VCDS).

Great post! Thanks for the heads up for us Audi newbies!

Thank you so much. Appreciated.

Manish & RS....

Maybe all three of us (and any other LA / SFV people could meet up and VAG at the same time? I'd be more than happy to share in the Ross-tech cost, if you've already sprung for it. (Been meaning to myself, but just haven't gotten around to it.)

I'm in the Calabasas / Woodland Hills area. Let me know what you guys think. :)

So far I've gotten various mods done. Most of which have been very similar to the B8 A4.

1. Needle sweep
2. Convenience windows up/down
3. Gear display

Probably also add VIM, although I never did use this function in my B8 A4. Still nice to show friends and family.

Enjoy driving the car everyday!

Does anyone know if there is a vag mod to enable the all-weather/cornering lights (on the LED headlamps) to stay on when you pop on the high beams? Here in Maryland, the deer have this nasty habit of running alongside the road (and your car) then cutting across the road at the worst time possible. I had one do that tonight and I never saw him until he cut left in front of me and leapt over the hood. I was looking down the road with high beams on and never saw him but would have easily seen him there pacing me in the car with the all-weather lights on.

If there is a changeable setting, it'll probably intice me to go ahead and spend the $$ to get a unit.

Does anyone know if there is a vag mod to enable the all-weather/cornering lights (on the LED headlamps) to stay on when you pop on the high beams? Here in Maryland, the deer have this nasty habit of running alongside the road (and your car) then cutting across the road at the worst time possible. I had one do that tonight and I never saw him until he cut left in front of me and leapt over the hood. I was looking down the road with high beams on and never saw him but would have easily seen him there pacing me in the car with the all-weather lights on.

If there is a changeable setting, it'll probably intice me to go ahead and spend the $$ to get a unit.

I think there is, I'll be able to check for you this weekend. I'm enabling the display of the gear while in auto

I think there is, I'll be able to check for you this weekend. I'm enabling the display of the gear while in auto

Awesome, thanks.

I'm in LA too, l would like to meet up guys. :)

I'm in Sherman Oaks and work in Woodland Hills. Would love to meetup with everyone and help to defray costs.

I wanted to get the cable myself but if I can join LA guys, why not

count me in guys!

Got my VAG cable today (in Tulsa, OK area if anyone needs to use it).

Applied:

Remote Windows and Sunroof (Tilt)
Needle Sweep
Gear display in D/S
VIM
Euro Parking Lights

Wish List:

Disable Lights On/Parking Lights On Warning when driver door opened cause it's annoying when the car is running and I open the door to get the mail and it wails at me.

Does anyone know if there is a vag mod to enable the all-weather/cornering lights (on the LED headlamps) to stay on when you pop on the high beams? Here in Maryland, the deer have this nasty habit of running alongside the road (and your car) then cutting across the road at the worst time possible. I had one do that tonight and I never saw him until he cut left in front of me and leapt over the hood. I was looking down the road with high beams on and never saw him but would have easily seen him there pacing me in the car with the all-weather lights on.

If there is a changeable setting, it'll probably intice me to go ahead and spend the $$ to get a unit.

yep, can be done, very easy

Okay, was hoping for an alternating DRL/Turn Signal LED tweak, but I'm betting it isn't possible based on this:

FMVSS, Standard 108 (49 CFR 571.108), S5.5.11(a)(4)(iv)

(4) If {the DRL is} not optically combined with a turn signal lamp, {it must be} located so that the distance from its lighted edge to the optical center of the nearest turn signal lamp is not less than 100 mm, unless:

(...)

(iv) The DRL is deactivated when the turn signal or hazard warning signal lamp is activated.

Okay, was hoping for an alternating DRL/Turn Signal LED tweak, but I'm betting it isn't possible based on this:

FMVSS, Standard 108 (49 CFR 571.108), S5.5.11(a)(4)(iv)

(4) If {the DRL is} not optically combined with a turn signal lamp, {it must be} located so that the distance from its lighted edge to the optical center of the nearest turn signal lamp is not less than 100 mm, unless:

(...)

(iv) The DRL is deactivated when the turn signal or hazard warning signal lamp is activated.

Im confused, are you looking to have the LED DRL Stay lit when the Turn Signal is activated.

there are basically 2 Alternate options - by default LED DRL will deactivate when turn signal is activated on the corresponding left or right sides

1) LED DRL will stay Lit at 100% brightness when turn signals are activated

2) LED DRL will dim to a certain Percentage of brightness (i.e 35%, 50%, 75%) when turn signal is activated - however this option requires the front Marker Light to be used as A DRL - so the front marker light will stay lit all the time and be used as Daytime running light

Those are the 2 options i have come across so far

1) LED DRL will stay Lit at 100% brightness when turn signals are activated

2) LED DRL will dim to a certain Percentage of brightness (i.e 35%, 50%, 75%) when turn signal is activated - however this option requires the front Marker Light to be used as A DRL - so the front marker light will stay lit all the time and be used as Daytime running light

I have the full LED headlights. The LED strip under them is the DRL. When I activate the turn signal, the DRL strip turns off and the yellow turn signal blinks on and off. I was hoping to make the white LED strip come back on when the yellow turn signal strip turns off, and then white off when yellow on, alternating between yellow/white until I turn off the signal.

As it works now, when turning right, the right side LED strip goes dark and yellow flashes on/off until I turn off the turn signal.

Ok, ready to try this (Dealer won't cooperate). Anyone in the Ohio are - Cincinnati, Columbus, or I can drive to Dayton or Clevelnd or akron if necessary - who's got a cable and can help me makes some Vag changes? I'll buy you a beer (or six) of your choosing ....

I have the full LED headlights. The LED strip under them is the DRL. When I activate the turn signal, the DRL strip turns off and the yellow turn signal blinks on and off. I was hoping to make the white LED strip come back on when the yellow turn signal strip turns off, and then white off when yellow on, alternating between yellow/white until I turn off the signal.

As it works now, when turning right, the right side LED strip goes dark and yellow flashes on/off until I turn off the turn signal.

At this point and time, that cant be done, there would have to be coding written and compiled into the Lighting module to allow the DRL to Behave in that manor, sorry bro.

Does anyone know if there is a vag mod to enable the all-weather/cornering lights (on the LED headlamps) to stay on when you pop on the high beams? Here in Maryland, the deer have this nasty habit of running alongside the road (and your car) then cutting across the road at the worst time possible. I had one do that tonight and I never saw him until he cut left in front of me and leapt over the hood. I was looking down the road with high beams on and never saw him but would have easily seen him there pacing me in the car with the all-weather lights on.

If there is a changeable setting, it'll probably intice me to go ahead and spend the $$ to get a unit.

I'm sorry mate, it seems we can't disable the feature. I looked everywhere for it. I think it might coding done through the LED headlights themselves and not the car CPU. Because under "fog lights installed" I have it off.

I tried a few things and they all didn't work. If anyone knows more about this please let us know. I drive out in deserted roads often and it not a bad idea to have high and fogs on at the same time.

Edit: I also want to add the fact that I think the 2012 models also have Lane departure warning. We have the camera right behind the mirror which also recognizes road signs (Only coded for Europe signs) I'll try to tinker with it next weekend.

I'm sorry mate, it seems we can't disable the feature. I looked everywhere for it. I think it might coding done through the LED headlights themselves and not the car CPU. Because under "fog lights installed" I have it off.

I tried a few things and they all didn't work. If anyone knows more about this please let us know. I drive out in deserted roads often and it not a bad idea to have high and fogs on at the same time.

Edit: I also want to add the fact that I think the 2012 models also have Lane departure warning. We have the camera right behind the mirror which also recognizes road signs (Only coded for Europe signs) I'll try to tinker with it next weekend.

Thanks for checking. I'll hang up and listen in case anyone else has an idea.

At this point and time, that cant be done, there would have to be coding written and compiled into the Lighting module to allow the DRL to Behave in that manor, sorry bro.

on another note with the LED DRLs, is there a way to just have the DRL blink instead of turning yellow and then blinking? I'd like it to just stay white and blink.

on another note with the LED DRLs, is there a way to just have the DRL blink instead of turning yellow and then blinking? I'd like it to just stay white and blink.

No I looked for that too...

Thanks for checking. I'll hang up and listen in case anyone else has an idea.

What you are looking for can be done ver easily with vag com. There is an option to keep the all weather light on while the high beams are activated. Just check the 09 address or 46 in vag, it's there and can be done, trust me.

No I looked for that too...

bummer...i'd almost rather have the blinking issue so i can just vag-com it then like the A4s

What you are looking for can be done ver easily with vag com. There is an option to keep the all weather light on while the high beams are activated. Just check the 09 address or 46 in vag, it's there and can be done, trust me.

I'll check it today, I was following the a4 instructions.

Edit: maybe tomm

I got my VAG COM MODs done a few a days ago. The following mods were done and I am happy with everything.

1. Needle Swipe (Very Cool)
2. Emergency Brake Flashing (Need to let someone else drive my car for me to see the change)
3. VIM
4. Green Menu (Secret Menu)
5. Convenience Windows
6. Increase LED brightness to 50% (You can notice the difference)
7. Turn OFF amber side markers
8. Fog lights ON with High Beans

Went into the secret menu and enabled the CD Ripping but can't get it to work ;(

But all well.... I am happy with everything.

Ok, so I checked again if you can have high beams and fogs on at the same time and still no luck.

Under 09-Cent. Elect. Byte 4, Front fogs/rear fogs lights inactive while high beam active, I took off the check mark and still no luck.

Also for the drl to stay on while the signal i working is under Byte 3 "DRL inactive with Turn Signal ("Winking") active, Again, I took it off with no luck.

My VCDS is working, so I'm not sure, maybe it's my car, or my Win8 (Which i'm having a ton of problems with) so please check guys, the usual codings worked for me fine!

Ok, so I checked again if you can have high beams and fogs on at the same time and still no luck.

Under 09-Cent. Elect. Byte 4, Front fogs/rear fogs lights inactive while high beam active, I took off the check mark and still no luck.

Also for the drl to stay on while the signal i working is under Byte 3 "DRL inactive with Turn Signal ("Winking") active, Again, I took it off with no luck.

My VCDS is working, so I'm not sure, maybe it's my car, or my Win8 (Which i'm having a ton of problems with) so please check guys, the usual codings worked for me fine!

If you have LED headlights, you can't have the DRL stay on while signaling - the turn signal light and DRL use the same bulb strip so the no winking option won't work. Only for non-LED headlight cars.

I haven't tried the fog active with high beams yet but the coding seems right. Anyone?

If you have LED headlights, you can't have the DRL stay on while signaling - the turn signal light and DRL use the same bulb strip so the no winking option won't work. Only for non-LED headlight cars.

I haven't tried the fog active with high beams yet but the coding seems right. Anyone?

The LED DRL Are on the same cluster, but are not the same bulb, but since i Havent really tested an A6 model with LED i couldn't be certain

The LED DRL Are on the same cluster, but are not the same bulb, but since i Havent really tested an A6 model with LED i couldn't be certain

They're not the same diode that's for sure, but it's the design of the led headlight, you'd have to rewire the module so it doesn't shut off the led light.

Anyone with VagCom capability in the Memphis area?

Anyone with VagCom capability in the Memphis area?

I go back and forth between Arizona and Memphis and my cable is currently out in AZ but could bring it back in Aug..

Anyone in the DMV area (DC MD VA) with a VagCom hookup??? Will pay for your time and effort...

I go back and forth between Arizona and Memphis and my cable is currently out in AZ but could bring it back in Aug..

Quick question, I'm in Scottsdale too, any big benefit you see in Vag Com?

Honestly probably not for $350..

Do VAG mods cause the dreaded TD1 warranty flag?

Do VAG mods cause the dreaded TD1 warranty flag?

No, that flag is for engine tuning I think. My Tech told me the Vag mods I've done aren't interfering with anything and shouldn't be a problem, however, he did say that the Mods may get erased if an issue requires a software fix.

Also, he added that engine tuning alone isn't recommended. Bigger pulley, secondary intake and such should complement the tune. Everyday I seem to be less and less interested in increasing the power of my car.

Lastly, I think someone should start a VAG MOD LOCATION thread, so people can stop posting new topics regarding Vag mod locations. I'm not as avid as others here so I leave it to you guys.

Lastly, I think someone should start a VAG MOD LOCATION thread, so people can stop posting new topics regarding Vag mod locations. I'm not as avid as others here so I leave it to you guys.

I found a very nice created map on VWVORTEX with a VAG-com locator.
Vag-Com Locator searchable map (http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?4991419-Vag-Com-Locator-searchable-map-style!-Owners-pm-me-your-info-requested-in-the-thread)

I wasn't sure if I should start a new thread for Vag-Com questions...

1- Has anyone gotten the battery display to work? I can't seem to find it on the MMI; I have enabled the hidden menu and also changed the options in the green menu. No luck. The rest of the changes I made all worked.

2- Does anyone know if the 2013 with innovation has all the hardware necessary for enabling the auto high beam (I think they call it high beam assistant)? It seems it should be something that vag-com can turn on, assuming the mirror has the right controller/software. I don't know how to figure that out.

Mike

I wasn't sure if I should start a new thread for Vag-Com questions...

1- Has anyone gotten the battery display to work? I can't seem to find it on the MMI; I have enabled the hidden menu and also changed the options in the green menu. No luck. The rest of the changes I made all worked.

2- Does anyone know if the 2013 with innovation has all the hardware necessary for enabling the auto high beam (I think they call it high beam assistant)? It seems it should be something that vag-com can turn on, assuming the mirror has the right controller/software. I don't know how to figure that out.

Mike

No luck on the battery display for me either..

I was tooling around VCDS awhile back, looking for high beam with fogs.

Anyway, now I realized my fogs shut off automatically depending on traffic conditions. The front camera is able to recognize headlights and such.

The thing is I'm not sure if it was like this before, I don't put my fogs usually. Anyone experience this?

Hi there, I'm new to this place but I got big hope to learn and share with you guys. I own an A6 s line exclusive ( the naming might be a little different in the states since my car is in the middle east) and I just ordered my VAG cable and once it arrives I'll be doing some work.

I have a couple of questions thou:

1- many ppl in the forum wrote about activating the windows n sunroof with remote!! I had that as standard when I got my car!! The menu and function was already there.
2- I searched online about the yellow light on the side, seems its only a feature on us specs cause I don't have it on mine.
3- what is the green hidden menu??
4- where is the best place to learn how to initial VAG ( ie getting I to the system and password and all)
5- I could open my boot with the remote but can't close it, is there a code to fix that?
6- does the VAG have anything to do with performance ?

Sorry for the many questions but I guess that's the only way I learn, thanx in advance guys.

P.s. this is my everyday drive and it's a project too, I'll post a topic later to ask for suggestion on best mods and what ever you guys suggest most then I'll be adding to the car ;)

Anyone in the DMV area (DC MD VA) with a VagCom hookup??? Will pay for your time and effort...

I, too, would pay for that time and effort!

LIY

Anyone in the DMV area (DC MD VA) with a VagCom hookup??? Will pay for your time and effort...

I, too, would pay for that time and effort!

LIY

I'll 3rd this request. The Mid Atlantic forum is pretty dead, someone in the area has to have a Vag com!

I'll 3rd this request. The Mid Atlantic forum is pretty dead, someone in the area has to have a Vag com!


I'm looking for the same thing...

I found a very nice created map on VWVORTEX with a VAG-com locator.
Vag-Com Locator searchable map (http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?4991419-Vag-Com-Locator-searchable-map-style!-Owners-pm-me-your-info-requested-in-the-thread)

If you follow Seki's advice, you'll see there are over a dozen VAG-COMs in the DMV area. Three that stood out for me was one in Manassas (HEX-CAN), one in McLean (Micro-CAN), and one in Seabrook (HEX-USB+CAN). These three offered easy contact info. The different cables noted work for different cars. Read http://download.ross-tech.com/VCDS/download/VCDSCompatibilityCharts.pdf to determine what cable your car is compatible with.

Use
http://www.batchgeo.com/map/?i=e0bc1e34678c6588fe1b2a6a5944ad32&q=CITY
and replace CITY with the city you want to search. Pretty handy!

Anyone in the DMV area (DC MD VA) with a VagCom hookup??? Will pay for your time and effort...

I, too, would pay for that time and effort!

LIY

I'll 3rd this request. The Mid Atlantic forum is pretty dead, someone in the area has to have a Vag com!

I'm looking for the same thing...

I might be able to help, will send you guys a PM

So the following are working:
Remote windows and Sunroom (tilt only)
Needle Sweep
Double beep on unlock
Brighter LED DRLs
VIM - Coding took will test tonight
Gear indicator - 2.0T CVT specific - obviously, when in "D", no gear numbers show (duh!), but when in "S" the numbers 1 - 7 show next to the "S"

I chose not to disable the seatbelt warning

BTW - in the Central Jersey area.. hit me up if you want to meet up to "vagg" yours!

So the following are working:

Brighter LED DRLs



I'm assuming the "Brighter LED DRLs" is for adjusting brightness when headlights are on, yes? I followed the directions below for this and the option to enter a different percentage was not there (in my 2013 at least with P0566 MMI software):

[09-Cent Elect]
[Security Access - 16]
Enter security code (code 20113 was offered; seemed to take when entered)
[Adaptation - 10] Channel 3
Enter new value for LED brightness - this is where I don't see this option; there are other options for turning signals and such but nothing where I saw a place to change from default (8% or 9%?) to something else, i.e. 50%

Do I have this wrong?

I'm assuming the "Brighter LED DRLs" is for adjusting brightness when headlights are on, yes? I followed the directions below for this and the option to enter a different percentage was not there (in my 2013 at least with P0566 MMI software):

[09-Cent Elect]
[Security Access - 16]
Enter security code (code 20113 was offered; seemed to take when entered)
[Adaptation - 10] Channel 3
Enter new value for LED brightness - this is where I don't see this option; there are other options for turning signals and such but nothing where I saw a place to change from default (8% or 9%?) to something else, i.e. 50%

Do I have this wrong?

yes thats the option, its called turn signal dimming now.

I'm assuming the "Brighter LED DRLs" is for adjusting brightness when headlights are on, yes? I followed the directions below for this and the option to enter a different percentage was not there (in my 2013 at least with P0566 MMI software):

[09-Cent Elect]
[Security Access - 16]
Enter security code (code 20113 was offered; seemed to take when entered)
[Adaptation - 10] Channel 3
Enter new value for LED brightness - this is where I don't see this option; there are other options for turning signals and such but nothing where I saw a place to change from default (8% or 9%?) to something else, i.e. 50%

Do I have this wrong?

That is right! The number on my car was set to 24 I believe! I changed it to 100 and saw a noticable difference in the brightness of the LED strip!

yes thats the option, its called turn signal dimming now.

Thanks. I think I remember seeing two fields with the number 26. Do I change both of them to what I want for brightness percentage, i.e. 50?

I think there is just one field that shows the 26 in it which is the "Stored Value"

There is a feild for an "Entered Value" and "Test Value"

So the number you enter would be in the "Entered Value" field

When you hit "Test" that number would go in to the "Test Value" field

When you hit "Save" it would then become the "Stored Value"

I think there is just one field that shows the 26 in it which is the "Stored Value"

There is a feild for an "Entered Value" and "Test Value"

So the number you enter would be in the "Entered Value" field

When you hit "Test" that number would go in to the "Test Value" field

When you hit "Save" it would then become the "Stored Value"


Thanks for the info. I'll get back in there and try the change. I'm thinking 50% would be about right. From what I've read, if you go too bright, it overpowers the headlights and could be a problem for other motorists.

All,

Just purchased 2012 A6 Prestige. I tried to use VagCom to recode certain items like using remote to close/open windows and needle sweep. No luck with that (please see attached screenshots). I was able to recode to get selected Gear diplayed (S# and D#).
Am I correct that VagCom does not support these options for my particular car, at least for now?
Also, i did turn on hidden menu and turned on battery display but where would i be able to view the battery display? I did reboot the MMI.

All,

Just purchased 2012 A6 Prestige. I tried to use VagCom to recode certain items like using remote to close/open windows and needle sweep. No luck with that (please see attached screenshots). I was able to recode to get selected Gear diplayed (S# and D#).
Am I correct that VagCom does not support these options for my particular car, at least for now?
Also, i did turn on hidden menu and turned on battery display but where would i be able to view the battery display? I did reboot the MMI.

It looks like you are on Byte 0 of both controllers in the images! I know for a fact that the needle sweep is under Byte 1. Also check other Bytes on the Cent Conv. controller for the window operation.

It looks like you are on Byte 0 of both controllers in the images! I know for a fact that the needle sweep is under Byte 1. Also check other Bytes on the Cent Conv. controller for the window operation.

ellisinA4: Jatmobil is correct, if you look at 'line 3)' the initial selected text box is 'Byte 0', , then 1, 2, 3 and so on...try clicking on the next textboxes.

If you still need help PM me and we can arrange a phone call

Guys, thank you much. I did not realize that I can select different bytes along the horizontal line. I was just looking at the selections below them with check boxes.

Also, I did turn on hidden menu and turned on battery display but where would I be able to view the battery display?

Well, I finally got enough courage to give VAG MOD a try on my 3 month old MY12 A6. Everything went smoothly, so thanks go to all the posters who have given instructions and tips on how to do it. I must say I thought it was going to be difficult and scary, but I took my time in reading the instructions carefully and using VCDS and Ross Tech cable proved to be quite easy.

Since my A6 already came with windows / sunroof remote and gear display D#/S# enabled (factory), all I wanted to add were:

VIM √
Needle sweep √
Hidden menu √
Start/Stop default off X

The last one is the one I haven't found info on how to do it. I am tired of having to manually turn off the feature every time I drive the vehicle. I know the new models remember the last setting, but mine does not. So, does anyone around here know where can I find the start/stop option and how to set it off by default?

Cheers,
Bill

Has anyone figured out the correct coding on the A6 for changing the comfort turn signal flasher from 3 to 4 or 5 flashes? I would like to change to 4 or 5 vs 3 flashes. This is where you tap the signal lever and the turn signal flashes 3 times. I haven't tried either of these yet.

I searched the web and came up with two possibilities:

(from the UK Audi A1 forum):
[09-Central Electronics]
[Adjustments]
Comfort Turn Signal (cycles)
Change 3 to 1 - 5; default is 3

or maybe:

[09-Central Electronics]
[10-Adaptation]
Channel 2 - change 3 to 4 or 5

So I got an update DVD but when I Put it in the mmi system it kicks out an error message. After repeatedly trying to run it, I did get the DVD update menu twicw , but them reverted me back to the no media error message. I think the us models have this update disabled. How can I enable it via vag?

Has anyone figured out the correct coding on the A6 for changing the comfort turn signal flasher from 3 to 4 or 5 flashes?


My car has it under the MMI options, you can select the number of flashes from there, under car options.

I'm going to add that I'll happily host the Update for both the MMI and the Car once I get my hands on them? do I just walk into the dealership or how do I do this?

My car has it under the MMI options, you can select the number of flashes from there, under car options.

I've checked everywhere in my car, car systems, MMI settings, the lot and cannot find any option for setting the comfort turn signal flashes. Did you set something in Vag-Com to allow this as a menu option?

I've checked everywhere in my car, car systems, MMI settings, the lot and cannot find any option for setting the comfort turn signal flashes. Did you set something in Vag-Com to allow this as a menu option?

Same here on my 2012, no setting to change the number of flashes.

Metallic, do you have a Euro A6?

Same here on my 2012, no setting to change the number of flashes.

Metallic, do you have a Euro A6?

Guys, I don't know what I'm smoking. I think I was thinking of my bro's m3, but even then, he can only select 1 or 3.

I promise I'll let you know as soon as I can if I run into it, but it should be under central electrons with maybe an undeclared channel.

The MPG computer display in the DIS has been notoriously off in all of my Audis - usually around 10-15% too high against real world calculations by fill ups. I'm going into my Vag-Com to adjust the DIS to reflect something closer to real world after a couple more mpg calculated fill ups.

Haven't tried the coding yet on the C7 A6 but it worked fine on my B8 A4:

[17-Instruments]
[Adaptation-10]->Channel 3
Change 100 to xxx
i.e. DIS: 23 mpg; actual 20 mpg (100*23/20 = 115.0) Change to 115
(increase number to lower DIS, decrease number to raise DIS)

Anyone done this yet?

Has anyone figured out the correct coding on the A6 for changing the comfort turn signal flasher from 3 to 4 or 5 flashes? I would like to change to 4 or 5 vs 3 flashes. This is where you tap the signal lever and the turn signal flashes 3 times. I haven't tried either of these yet.

I searched the web and came up with two possibilities:

(from the UK Audi A1 forum):
[09-Central Electronics]
[Adjustments]
Comfort Turn Signal (cycles)
Change 3 to 1 - 5; default is 3

or maybe:

[09-Central Electronics]
[10-Adaptation]
Channel 2 - change 3 to 4 or 5

Update: Well, I tried both of the above. Option 1 - No "[Adjustments]" option visible; Option 2 - nothing related to turn signal flash count. I was using latest VCDS software and firmware - perhaps Ross-Tech will find something that can be implemented in the future.

The MPG computer display in the DIS has been notoriously off in all of my Audis - usually around 10-15% too high against real world calculations by fill ups. I'm going into my Vag-Com to adjust the DIS to reflect something closer to real world after a couple more mpg calculated fill ups.

Haven't tried the coding yet on the C7 A6 but it worked fine on my B8 A4:

[17-Instruments]
[Adaptation-10]->Channel 3
Change 100 to xxx
i.e. DIS: 23 mpg; actual 20 mpg (100*23/20 = 115.0) Change to 115
(increase number to lower DIS, decrease number to raise DIS)


Update: Unlike with my A4, I cannot find the option to get to this. There looked to be some long code options for Avg MPG but they did not present a way to make the changes. Has anyone figured this out yet?

Update: Unlike with my A4, I cannot find the option to get to this. There looked to be some long code options for Avg MPG but they did not present a way to make the changes. Has anyone figured this out yet?

Let me add my 2cent to this subject. On my round trip to CA-VA-CA I watched closely the miles indicted to a particular destination by the NAV and what was actually measured by the trip meter and short term display. The trip meter and short term displayed matched exactly but did not match the NAV mileage. In fact the measured mileage was less then NAV mileage by about 2.5%. The NAV mileage also matched that given by google maps to the same destination following the same route. Also compared measured mileage against mileage markers along the intersate with the same results. My conclusion is the measured mileage is low by about 2.5%. I think this has been done on purpose to ensure that when the car indicates 50K miles, the end of the warranty, you would actually have traveled 51250 miles. IIRC many years ago a law suit was filed against a manufacturer for not honoring a warranty claim since the odometer indicated it was out of warranty by virtue of the mileage driven. I believe the owner was able to prove, in that case, that the actual mileage driven was less than what was indicated by the odometer.

Now I have recently changed tires frm 255/35-20 to 265/30-20 which corrects the 2.5% mileage error in the measured mileage. So for me the mileage is now correct but probably have increased the speedometer error.

Reading this thread through sure got me charged up. So I ordered my VCDS from Ross-Tech today.

Hi, I'm new in this forum, Please I would like to know if someone could help me to "vag" my car in the Chicago area.
And by the way, I'm looking for a good place (here in Chicago too) to install a remote starter in my 2012 A6.
Thank You and have a nice weekend everyone. :)

If you figure out how to get a remote starter to work, let me know

I would like to give a HUGE shout out and thanks to manishaudi... He came through Maryland this past weekend and he hook me up with VAG MODS... Thanks Again Manish and it was a pleasure meeting you...

If you figure out how to get a remote starter to work, let me know

+1

I'm getting my VAG next week. Can someone post any step by step directions on how to do the Video in Motion and the rest of these great mods?

Please and thank you!

I'm getting my VAG next week. Can someone post any step by step directions on how to do the Video in Motion and the rest of these great mods?

Please and thank you!

Never mind.. I got it!

Thanks AudiWorld!

I would like to give a HUGE shout out and thanks to manishaudi... He came through Maryland this past weekend and he hook me up with VAG MODS... Thanks Again Manish and it was a pleasure meeting you...

Anytime, it was great meeting you as well. I wish you many happy miles on your C7.

Has anyone done the Back up Camera Mod? Does it allow you to view the back up camera at any time or only after you placed it in reverse?

Has anyone done the Back up Camera Mod? Does it allow you to view the back up camera at any time or only after you placed it in reverse?

After completing the vag com mod, you can push the P sensor button on the dash and it will show you the camera / activate park sensors up to 12 mph instead of 6.

After completing the vag com mod, you can push the P sensor button on the dash and it will show you the camera / activate park sensors up to 12 mph instead of 6.


Thanks! So i assume the maximum speed is like 20km/h you can set it to as the VAG site states?

Thanks! So i assume the maximum speed is like 20km/h you can set it to as the VAG site states?

Yes, that is correct

Yes, that is correct

Nice! For those lackadaisical moments in bumper to bumper traffic.

Gagged my car.
I checked the option for lap timer but cant figure out how to work it. Any ideas?

Gagged my car.
I checked the option for lap timer but cant figure out how to work it. Any ideas?

It doesn't... on 2012.

Anyone get any threats from their dealership on the Vag Mods? I feel everytime I bring it in with my car Modded they give me a little speech.

It doesn't... on 2012.

Anyone get any threats from their dealership on the Vag Mods? I feel everytime I bring it in with my car Modded they give me a little speech.

Vag modded my B8 A4 and current 2 A6s with no word from the any of the dealers I've used.

It doesn't... on 2012.

Anyone get any threats from their dealership on the Vag Mods? I feel everytime I bring it in with my car Modded they give me a little speech.

They're just being anal. Ignore them. My dealer could care less (though I suppose they would be less than pleased if I asked them to fix something I screwed up myself).
I'm curious; how do they know what you've done? Do they check the popular VCDS mods to see if you've changed any?

They're just being anal. Ignore them. My dealer could care less (though I suppose they would be less than pleased if I asked them to fix something I screwed up myself).
I'm curious; how do they know what you've done? Do they check the popular VCDS mods to see if you've changed any?

Well, my ACC needed to be fixed (replace both radars then calibrate) and you need to do that through VCDS.

To ensure full working capability they will re-upload the entire software through VCDS to my car and I'm sure they read the errors that pop from the mods... Go see for your-self.

I mean I play it off whenever they tell me, but seriously, these mods have zero impact on their work so I'm bothered.

Maybe if they saw me trying to get lane assist working they would talk to me seriously.

It doesn't... on 2012.

Anyone get any threats from their dealership on the Vag Mods? I feel everytime I bring it in with my car Modded they give me a little speech.

After the Vag, the auto sensor for my wipers when it rains no longer worked.

I talked to my dealer when I got the car regarding Vag mods. They tried to help as much as possible. They gave me a guys card that specializes in mods like that.. They didn't seem to worried about it being changed, just warned me when they update software at the service intervals it may default to VAG settings back to normal.

Well, my ACC needed to be fixed (replace both radars then calibrate) and you need to do that through VCDS.

To ensure full working capability they will re-upload the entire software through VCDS to my car and I'm sure they read the errors that pop from the mods... Go see for your-self.

Not sure what mods you've done but mine don't show any errors when I do a full scan. I've done D/S gear display, VIM, remote windows/sunroof, increase DRL brightness with headlights and gauge sweep.

The hardest part may be forking over the $350 to Ross-Tech for the VCDS cable.

True, however, it's virtually GUARANTEED that you will recoup your investment at some point when you are able to solve a problem yourself that you would otherwise have had to pay the dealer or local garage to fumble around and investigate. This is especially true as your car gets older and random, unexplainable glitches crop up in the various control modules of your car (my family is currently on its 4th Audi, so believe me when I say that weird things start to happen after a number of years).

Moreover, consider that you can have a lot of fun modding your car (thereby increasing your enjoyment of it) using the cable and that you can sell the cable on eBay and recoup part of your original investment if you ever stop driving a VAG vehicle. You can also use the cable to read OBD codes on some (but not all) other vehicles and thereby save yourself trips to Autozone or wherever you'd normally go to use a code reader. And, of course, you can help make the world a better place by helping other VAG vehicle owners who may need to read their codes or make a change, etc.

My two cents.