The VW Touran, known for its practicality and reliability, holds a wealth of hidden potential waiting to be unlocked. With a VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System) cable and the right know-how, you can customize your Touran to suit your individual preferences and enhance its functionality. This guide delves into various Vw Touran Vcds Tweaks, offering step-by-step instructions to access and modify hidden settings within your vehicle’s control modules.
Common VW Touran VCDS Tweaks:
Convenience & Comfort:
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Auto-Closing Sunroof and Windows: Enable automatic closure of the sunroof and windows when rain is detected by the rain-light sensor (RLS). Requires coding in the Central Electronics module (09) and the RLS sub-system.
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Comfort Turn Signals: Adjust the number of blinks your turn signals activate with a single tap. Access the BCM Adaptation (address 09) and modify the “Comfort Blinkers” setting. The default is usually 3, but you can adjust it from 2 to 5.
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Auto Rain Sensing Wipers: Activate automatic rain-sensing wipers within the Central Electronics module (09) by adjusting settings in the RLS Long Coding Helper. Enable “Rain closing active” and “Comfort operation via rain sensor.”
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Auto Release Parking Brake: Enable automatic release of the electronic parking brake when you shift into gear and apply the accelerator. Modify the coding in the parking brake module (address 53).
Lighting:
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DRL Options: Customize your daytime running lights (DRLs). Several options are available within the Central Electronics module (09) – Long Coding Helper, allowing you to activate DRLs only when the switch is set to Auto, disable the DRL menu option, or implement custom DRL configurations.
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Headlight Functionality: Adjust various headlight settings, including parking light behavior, headlight extension, and DRL activation via separate lights. Requires modifications within the Central Electronics module (09) – Long Coding Helper.
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Fog Light Configurations: Customize fog light behavior, such as using fog lights as DRLs, enabling fog lights with high beams, or using them as cornering lights. Modifications can be made within the Central Electronics module (09) – Long Coding Helper.
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Coming/Leaving Home Lights: Enable the coming home/leaving home lighting feature, which automatically illuminates your car’s exterior lights for a set duration when approaching or leaving the vehicle. Requires coding in the Central Electronics module (09) – Long Coding Helper.
Instrumentation & Display:
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Fuel Gauge and Consumption Adaptation: Fine-tune the fuel gauge and fuel consumption display in the instrument cluster. This allows for minor adjustments to the displayed MPG and fuel level.
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Alternate Speed Display: Enable a smaller digital speed display in the Multi-Function Display (MFD) area, useful for displaying speed in a different unit (e.g., MPH in a KPH-configured car).
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Large Digital Speed Display: Display a large digital speed readout in the MFD. Requires adjusting settings within the MFD data options.
Other Tweaks:
- Seatbelt Chime: Modify or disable the seatbelt warning chime in the Instruments module (17).
- Navigation Voice Commands: Reactivate navigation voice commands within the Navigation module (37). May require rebooting the navigation unit.
- Refueling to Empty: Activate a “Refuel” option in the MFD that calculates the required fuel amount to fill the tank after consuming a certain amount of fuel. Requires modifications within the Instruments module (17).
- Service Interval Adjustment: Customize service reminder intervals in the Instruments module to align with your maintenance schedule.
Conclusion
These VW Touran VCDS tweaks offer a glimpse into the customization possibilities available through VCDS. Remember to proceed cautiously, backing up your original coding before making any changes. Always double-check coding values and consult reputable sources for detailed instructions specific to your Touran’s model year and equipment. With careful application of these tweaks, you can unlock your VW Touran’s hidden potential and tailor it to your specific needs and preferences.
