The Volkswagen Golf Mk6 (2008-2014) offers a plethora of customizable features hidden within its control modules. Accessing and modifying these features requires a diagnostic tool like VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System). This comprehensive guide provides a “VCDS code liste” specifically for the Golf 6, allowing you to unlock hidden potential and personalize your driving experience. This list focuses on common tweaks; always back up your original coding before making changes.
VCDS Coding for Golf Mk6: Popular Tweaks
This list assumes you have a basic understanding of VCDS and its functionality. Each tweak outlines the module, byte, and bit to modify.
Windows
- Roll Up/Down with Key Fob: Control your windows remotely.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 3: Check bit 5. Optionally, check bit 7 for functionality with the ignition on. For window control via the door lock switch (without key), check bits 3, 4, and 7.
Locking
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Lock/Unlock Confirmations: Customize how your car confirms locking/unlocking actions (horn, lights).
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 5: Uncheck bit 0 to disable turn signal confirmation. Uncheck bit 1 to disable horn honk on locking. Check bit 4 to enable horn honk on unlocking.
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KESSY: Lock Car While Running: Lock your car with the key fob while the engine is running (useful for KESSY equipped vehicles).
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 4: Check bit 2.
Lighting
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Fog Lights as DRLs (Daytime Running Lights):
- Xenon/Halogen (Low Beam DRL): Module: Central Electronics, Long Coding Helper. Byte 14: Check bit 1. Byte 11: Uncheck bit 2 (or leave checked for both fogs and low beams as DRLs).
- Halogen (Separate DRL Bulb): Module: Central Electronics, Long Coding Helper. Byte 15: Uncheck bit 6. Byte 14: Check bit 1.
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Fog Lights with High Beams: Keep fog lights on when high beams are activated.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 14: Check bit 2.
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Fog Lights as Cornering Lights: Utilize fog lights for improved visibility when turning at low speeds.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 14: Check bit 7.
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Automatic Headlights without Auto Switch: Enable automatic headlight activation/deactivation with the ignition.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 15: Check bit 5.
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DRL On/Off in MFI (Multi-Function Instrument Cluster) (2011+): Control DRLs through the MFI menu.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 15: Check bit 7.
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Coming/Leaving Home Lights: Activate or deactivate the coming/leaving home lighting feature.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 12: Check bit 2. Requires pulling the high beam stalk after turning off the ignition for “coming home.” “Leaving home” requires an auto switch and light sensor.
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing: Automatically flash brake lights and/or turn signals during hard braking.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 16: Check bit 1 for brake light flashing. Check bit 2 for turn signal flashing.
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Comfort Turn Signal Count: Adjust the number of blinks for a single tap of the turn signal stalk (1-5).
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Adaptation
- Channel: Comfort Turn Signals (Cycles)
Wipers
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Tear Drop Wipe (Front & Rear): Enable an extra wipe after using the washer fluid.
- Front: Module: Central Electronics, Coding: Wischer, Long Coding Helper, Byte 1: Check bit 3.
- Rear: Module: Central Electronics, Long Coding Helper, Byte 21: Check bit 4.
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Disable Rear Wiper in Reverse: Prevent the rear wiper from activating automatically when in reverse.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 21: Uncheck bit 6.
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Disable Rear Wiper Completely
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 21: Uncheck bit 0.
Steering Wheel
- Steering Wheel Push-to-Talk as Mute: Repurpose the push-to-talk button as a mute button.
- Module: Steering Wheel
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 1: Uncheck bit 3.
Instruments
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Disable Seatbelt Warning: Deactivate the seatbelt warning chime and light. Use caution; seatbelts save lives.
- Module: Instruments
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 1: Uncheck bit 1.
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Gauge Cluster Staging/Sweep: Enable a dramatic gauge sweep on startup. Note: Functionality depends on cluster type.
- Module: Instruments
- Coding: Adaptation
- Channel: Staging Set to “Active”.
Mirrors
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Mirror Adjust Menu in MFA (2011+): Add a mirror adjustment menu to the MFI.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 8: Check bit 6.
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Extend Mirror/Rear Window Defroster Time: Increase the default 10-minute runtime.
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Adaptation
- Channel: Rear Window & Outside Mirror Heater Activation Time. Formula: New Value x 40 = Seconds Active.
Seats
- Driver Seat Heater Memory: Save the driver’s seat heater setting.
- Module: Auto HVAC
- Coding: Adaptation
- Channel: Storage of driver seat heater level Set to “On.”
Other
- Disable TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System): Disable the TPMS warning light (e.g., for winter wheels).
- Module: Central Electronics
- Coding: Long Coding Helper
- Byte 8: Check bit 7.
This “VCDS code liste” offers a starting point for customizing your Golf 6. Remember to research each tweak thoroughly and proceed with caution. Enjoy exploring the hidden features of your vehicle!