The Audi A6 C7 5 is a fantastic vehicle, but with some simple VCDS modifications, you can unlock even more features and customize your driving experience. Here are 31 VCDS mods you can try on your Audi A6 C7 5. Disclaimer: Modify your vehicle at your own risk. Incorrectly applying these modifications can damage your car’s systems.
Essential Audi A6 C7 VCDS Mods: Diagnostics and Convenience
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Gauge Test/Needle Sweep: Witness a captivating needle sweep across your speedometer and rev counter upon starting the engine. Achieve this by activating the “Gauge Test/Needle Sweep active” option within module 17 – Instruments, Coding – 07, using the Long Coding Helper.
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Kerb Lighting (Cornering Lights): Enhance visibility at low speeds by activating the cornering lights. They illuminate the curb when turning sharply with dipped beam on. Enable this feature in module 09 – Central Electrics, Coding – 07, Long Coding Helper, byte 4, bit 0.
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Audible Lock Confirmation: Get confirmation that your car is locked with a brief chirp from the alarm siren. Activate this in module 46 – Central Convenience, Coding – 07, Long Coding Helper, byte 1, bit 2: “Anti-Theft-System: Horn Confirmation active”.
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Hidden Green Menu Access: Unlock the hidden green engineering menu in your MMI for advanced settings. Change the value from 0 to 1 in module 5F – Information Electr., Adaptation – 10, Channel 6. Reboot the MMI by pressing MENU, the central MMI knob, and the top right softkey simultaneously. Access the hidden menu by pressing and holding CAR and MENU buttons. Proceed with caution in the hidden menu, as incorrect adjustments can cause significant issues.
Enhancing Your Audi A6 C7: Multimedia and Lighting
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Video In Motion (VIM): Enjoy DVD playback while driving by disabling the speed restriction. Retrieve your serial number from module 5F – Information Electr., Advanced ID – 1A and use a VIM code generator to obtain login codes. Enter the code in Security Access – 16 and modify channel 48 in Adaptation – 10.
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Passenger Mirror Dip in Reverse: Improve visibility while reversing by enabling the passenger mirror to dip when reverse gear is selected. Find this setting in module 52 – Door Elect, Pass, Coding – 07, Long Coding Helper, Byte 4, Bit 2.
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Tail Lights with DRLs: Enhance your car’s daytime visibility and aesthetics by enabling the tail lights to illuminate with the daytime running lights (DRLs). Modify module 09 – Central Electrics, Coding – 07, Long Coding Helper, byte 2, bit 7.
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Disable DRL Dim on Turn Signal: Prevent your DRLs from dimming when using your turn signals. Adjust Channel 3 in module 09 – Central Elec., Adaptation – 10 (Security Access code: 20113) to a value between 5 and 100.
Advanced Audi A6 C7 Tweaks: Performance and Comfort
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Disable Engine Stop-Start on Door Open: Prevent the engine from turning off when you open the driver’s door after stopping. Modify the coding in module 46 – Central Conv., Coding – 07, Long Coding Helper.
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Adjust Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Default Distance: Gain control over the default distance for ACC. Change the value from 0 to 1 in module 13 – Auto Distance Regulation, Adaptation – 10, Channel 07.
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Modify High Beam Assist Speed Threshold: Customize the speed at which High Beam Assist activates. Adjust the “High Beam Speed Threshold” in module 20 – High Beam Assist, Adaptation – 10.
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Enable Auto Handbrake in Park: Automatically engage the electronic parking brake when shifting into park. Activate “Shift P to EPB” in module 53 – Parking Brake, Adaptation – 10 (Security Access code may be required).
Further Customization Options for Your Audi A6 C7
This list provides a comprehensive overview of popular VCDS modifications for the Audi A6 C7 5. Remember to thoroughly research each modification before implementing it and always back up your original coding.
- Battery Meter Display
- Seatbelt Chime Disable
- Electric Boot Lid Closure from Key
- Double Disarm Chirp
- Parking Brake Release without Seatbelt
- CD Ripping to MMI HDD
- Disable NAV/Phone Warnings While Driving
- Enable Adaptive Brake Lights
- Independent Fog Light Control
- Enable TPMS
- Adjust Parking System Switch-Off Speed
- Adjust LED Brightness
- Adjust Bluetooth Microphone Sensitivity
- Enable Driver’s Memory Seat
- Disable/Memorize Start/Stop System
- Activate Footwell Lighting
- Lowering Air Suspension (AAS)
By exploring these VCDS mods, you can truly personalize your Audi A6 C7 5 and tailor it to your specific preferences. Enjoy the enhanced driving experience!
