This article guides you on adjusting the number of blinks your Audi A6’s comfort turn signals make with a single tap, using a VCDS (VAG-COM) diagnostic cable. This modification allows you to personalize your driving experience and enhance convenience.
While all MK5 and newer Volkswagen/Audi vehicles feature comfort turn signals, the ability to customize the blink count is typically available in 2010+ models and certain Audi models like the A6. If your Audi doesn’t have this feature enabled from the factory, this guide will likely help you. If you own an older model, you might need to hold the turn signal lever until your maneuver is complete.
Adjusting Turn Signal Blinks on Your Audi A6 with VCDS
Before starting, ensure you have a genuine Ross-Tech VCDS cable and software.
Steps:
- Connect and Launch: Plug the VCDS cable into your Audi’s OBD2 port. The cable’s green LED should illuminate, indicating a successful connection. Start the VCDS software.
- Select Control Module: In the VCDS software, click “Select,” then choose “09-Central Electrics.” This accesses the CECM (Central Electric Control Module). If connection issues arise, unlock all doors and retry.
- Access Adaptation: Once in the CECM module, click on “Adaptation.”
- Adjust Blink Count: Navigate to Channel 31 by entering “31” and pressing Enter. Here, you can modify the number of blinks per tap, typically ranging from 1 to 5. The exact channel number might vary depending on your specific Audi A6 model and year, so refer to your VCDS software’s label files for confirmation.
- Save and Exit: After setting your desired blink count, click “Save” to confirm the changes. Then, select “Close Controller, Go Back” to exit the module.
Important Note for Some Models: On certain Audi models (and other Volkswagen Group vehicles), you might need to reset the MFI/MFD (Multi-Function Display/Instrument Cluster) settings to factory defaults before the adaptation changes take effect. Consult your owner’s manual or online forums specific to your Audi A6 model for detailed instructions if necessary. This step often involves accessing the “Lights and Vision” settings within the MFD menu.
Other Useful VCDS Adaptations for Your Audi A6
While you have VCDS connected, consider exploring these additional convenience features:
- Comfort Windows/Sunroof: Enables opening and closing windows and sunroof (if equipped) using your Audi’s remote control key fob.
- Auto Unlock: Automatically unlocks the doors upon removing the key from the ignition.
- Selective Door Unlocking: Allows unlocking a single door instead of all doors with the first press of the remote unlock button. Cars equipped with a highline instrument cluster may have this setting configurable within the MFD menu.
By using VCDS and following these steps, you can customize your Audi A6’s comfort turn signals and unlock additional convenience features to enhance your driving experience. Always remember to record your original coding before making any changes. For further assistance or clarification regarding specific adaptations for your Audi A6 model, consult online forums or the Ross-Tech VCDS website.
