Audi Q7 4M VCDS Tweaks and Modifications (2017)

This article compiles confirmed VCDS adaptations and long coding modifications for the 2017 Audi Q7 4M. These tweaks have been verified to work with the Ross-Tech VCDS diagnostic tool. Whether you’re looking to enhance convenience features or personalize your driving experience, these modifications offer a range of customizations for your Q7.

Confirmed Audi Q7 4M VCDS Modifications

Adjusting ACC Default Distance

(VCDS 16.6 or newer required) This modification allows you to customize the default following distance for Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).

1. Module: Auto Dist. Reg (13)
2. Function: Adaptation (10)
3. Channel: Distance basic setting option
4. New Value: On

Disabling Seat Belt Chime

This simple tweak disables the audible seat belt reminder chime.

1. Module: Instruments (17)
2. Function: Adaptation (10)
3. Channel: Deactivate seat belt chime
4. New Value: Yes

Enabling Needle Sweep in Virtual Cockpit

Add a dramatic flair to your startup sequence with a needle sweep animation in the virtual cockpit.

1. Module: Instruments (17)
2. Function: Coding (07)
3. Long Coding: Byte 1
4. Bit 0: Activate/Check

Activating needle sweep in the Audi Q7’s virtual cockpit enhances the visual experience.

Enabling Lap Timer

Activate the built-in lap timer within the instrument cluster.

1. Module: Instruments (17)
2. Function: Coding (07)
3. Long Coding: Byte 1
4. Bit 3: Activate/Check

Combining Park Assist Camera with OPS

Integrate the 360-degree camera view with the Optical Parking Sensors (OPS) for a comprehensive parking assistance display.

1. Module: Instruments (09)
2. Function: Adaptation (10)
3. Channel: IDE01170-Visual display for park assist
4. Original Value: with OPS display
5. New Value: with OPS 360°

Combining the 360 camera with OPS provides a more comprehensive view while parking.

Adjusting Parking Assist Shutdown Speed

Increase the speed threshold at which the parking assist camera deactivates.

1. Module: (Refer to original document for module number)
2. Function: Adaptation (10)
3. Channel: IDE03782-Switch-off speed for parking assist
4. Original Value: 10 (6 MPH)
5. New Value: 20 (12 MPH – Maximum Value)

Increasing Ventilated Seat Cooling Fan Speed

Fine-tune the cooling intensity of the ventilated seats for each of the three settings. The maximum increase per stage is 10%.

1. Module: (Refer to original document for module number)
2. Function: Adaptation (10)
3. Channel: IDE10322-MAS01366-Seat ventilation; micro adjust.-Stage 3 (and corresponding channels for Stage 2 and 1)
4. Original Value: 0%
5. New Value: 10% (Maximum Value)

Modifying Lane Assist Deactivation Threshold

Adjust the sensitivity of the lane assist system’s deactivation due to driver inactivity.

1. Module: Frt Sens. Drv. Assist (A5)
2. Function: Adaptation (10)
3. Channel: IDE05984-Directional stabilization assist driver inact deactiv threshold
4. Original Value: Medium
5. New Value: Late

Increasing Lane Assist Steering Force (Unconfirmed)

This modification purportedly increases the steering force applied by the lane keeping assist system. Further testing is required to confirm its effectiveness.

1. Module: Frt Sens. Drv. Assist (A5)
2. Function: Adaptation (10)
3. Channel: IDE05986-Directional stab. assist.; intensity; power steering support
4. Original Value: Medium
5. New Value: Strong

Adjusting Lane Assist settings can personalize the driving experience.

These VCDS modifications provide a starting point for customizing your 2017 Audi Q7 4M. Remember to proceed with caution and always double-check coding changes before applying them. It’s recommended to consult the official Ross-Tech documentation and forums for the most up-to-date information and support. Improper use of VCDS can potentially damage vehicle systems.