The Audi Q7 4M is a luxury SUV packed with technology. Using a VCDS (VAG-COM Diagnostic System) interface, you can unlock hidden features and customize settings to further personalize your driving experience. This article compiles confirmed VCDS modifications for the 2017 Audi Q7 4M, specifically tested with a Prestige Package model equipped with options like 21” rims, driver assistance package, adaptive chassis, cold weather package, towing package, rear seat entertainment preparation, rear side airbags, and night vision assistant.
Confirmed Q7 4M VCDS Adaptations and Long Coding
Here are several proven VCDS tweaks for the Q7 4M:
Setting Default ACC Distance
(VCDS 16.6 or newer required) This modification allows you to customize the default distance for Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).
- Module: Auto Dist. Reg (13)
- Adaptation: (10)
- Channel: Distance basic setting option
- Original Value: Off
- Modified Value: On
Disabling Seat Belt Chime
Silence the persistent seat belt reminder chime.
- Module: Instruments (17)
- Adaptation: (10)
- Channel: Deactivate seat belt chime
- Original Value: NO
- Modified Value: YES
Enabling Needle Sweep in Virtual Cockpit
Enjoy a dramatic needle sweep animation upon starting your Q7.
- Module: Instruments (17)
- Coding: (07)
- Long Coding: Byte 1, Bit 0
- Modification: Activate/Check Bit 0
Activating Lap Timer
Uncover the hidden lap timer function within the virtual cockpit.
- Module: Instruments (17)
- Coding: (07)
- Long Coding: Byte 1, Bit 3
- Modification: Activate/Check Bit 3
Combining Park Assist Camera with OPS
Integrate the 360° camera view with the Optical Parking Sensors (OPS) for a comprehensive parking display.
- Module: Instruments (09)
- Adaptation: IDE01170-Visual display for park assist
- Original Value: with OPS display
- Modified Value: with OPS 360°
Extending Parking Assist Camera Shutdown Speed
Increase the speed threshold at which the parking assist camera deactivates.
- Module: Instruments (09)
- Adaptation: IDE03782-Switch-off speed for parking assist
- Original Value: 10 (6 MPH)
- Modified Value: 20 (12 MPH, maximum allowed)
Increasing Ventilated Seat Cooling Fan Speed
Boost the cooling power of your ventilated seats by up to 10% for each of the three settings.
- Module: (52) – Seat Heating/Cooling Front Left / Right
- Adaptation: IDE10322-MAS01366-Seat ventilation; micro adjust.-Stage 3, IDE10322-MAS01365-Seat ventilation; micro adjust.-Stage 2, IDE10322-MAS01364-Seat ventilation; micro adjust.-Stage 1
- Original Value: 0%
- Modified Value: 10% (maximum allowed)
Adjusting Lane Assist Deactivation Threshold
Modify how sensitive lane assist is to steering input before deactivating.
- Module: Frt Sens. Drv. Assist (A5)
- Adaptation: IDE05984-Directional stabilization assist driver inact deactiv threshold
- Original Value: Medium
- Modified Value: Late
Enhancing Lane Assist Steering Intensity (Unconfirmed)
Potentially increase the steering force applied by lane assist to maintain lane centering. Further testing is needed to confirm the effects of this modification.
- Module: Frt Sens. Drv. Assist (A5)
- Adaptation: IDE05986-Directional stab. assist.; intensity; power steering support
- Original Value: Medium
- Modified Value: Strong
This list provides a starting point for customizing your Audi Q7 4M with VCDS. Remember to proceed with caution and always back up your original settings before making any changes. Enjoy exploring the hidden potential of your Q7!
