VCDS (VAG-COM) codes and programmable options for Golf Mk7

[Ryan_R]

Given that I don't own a Mk7 (and don't plan to at this stage) it would be best for you to make a new thread similar to the one in the Mk6 Golf subforum so that you can keep it up to date (I don't even mind if you copy/paste the first post and use the same format). As this area gets busier I'll be less inclined to keep up to date with it.

You'll find most members here aren't over-protective of their findings, just give credit to them (or external websites) where possible. They'll be more happy to have a clear resource for new members (and themselves) instead of having to scroll through pages of posts looking for that one screenshot.

Tip - make a few 'reserved' posts in your new thread and use them for different sections (Comfort tweaks, Sport tweaks, retrofits, etc) - reason being is you are limited to X images per post.

[Dutch77]

Tip - make a few 'reserved' posts in your new thread and use them for different sections (Comfort tweaks, Sport tweaks, retrofits, etc) - reason being is you are limited to X images per post.

Good tip, it's five images per post (if hosted by VWW). If you're linking to elsewhere then no issues.

[DV52]

Tip - make a few 'reserved' posts in your new thread and use them for different sections (Comfort tweaks, Sport tweaks, retrofits, etc) - reason being is you are limited to X images per post.

Good tip, it's five images per post (if hosted by VWW). If you're linking to elsewhere then no issues.

Ryan_R /Dutch77: Thank you both for the tip. I was already aware of the 5 images per post restriction but here's the genesis of my problem in accepting Ryan_R's suggestion- what's a "reserved" post and how does it combat this limitation?

[Dutch77]

Ryan_R /Dutch77: Thank you both for the tip. I was already aware of the 5 images per post restriction but here's the genesis of my problem in accepting Ryan_R's suggestion- what's a "reserved" post and how does it combat this limitation?

It doesn't combat the locally hosted five image problem, but will allow you to later add information and keep it at the top of the thread. You can just open a new thread and post X number of blank posts that can later be edited and filled up as required (well almost blank, you need to post the minimum six characters or whatever - but that can just be along the lines of 'reserved for sport tweaks' etc).

[Ryan_R]

Reserved

[Ryan_R]

^That is a reserved post


Mods can also copy/paste the first post to make a duplicate which you then edit if you ask nicely.

[DV52]

It doesn't combat the locally hosted five image problem, but will allow you to later add information and keep it at the top of the thread. You can just open a new thread and post X number of blank posts that can later be edited and filled up as required (well almost blank, you need to post the minimum six characters or whatever - but that can just be along the lines of 'reserved for sport tweaks' etc).

^That is a reserved post
Mods can also copy/paste the first post to make a duplicate which you then edit if you ask nicely.

Dutch77/Ryan_R: What a devilishly simple and breathtakingly elegant trick! I now know what separates us troglodytes from you guys (only kidding)!

[DV52]

Restore Fan Speed Indicator - MkVII VCDS tweak

I'm not sure how others feel, but I've always found it strange that the mkVII Golf designers have chosen to turn-off the fan speed indicator on climate control when "auto" mode is selected (this doesn't happen in manual mode). Yes, I can hear you thinking "it's not a big thing" and you're right, but a major aspect of climate control that I sense when driving (besides the obvious change in temperature), is the sound of the fan as it changes speed from time-to-time. This often leads me to think- what's the fan doing?

Anyway, to satiate my constant curiosity, I reinstated the fan speed indicator using the following simple tweak (which I found by sheer accident whilst browsing through the "auto hvac" module). I can vouch that it works.

Restore fan speed indicator in "Auto" mode

(1) Select 08-auto HVAC

(2) Select 07-Long Coding

(3) Go to Byte 11

(4) Enable bit 6 (shown in screen above). Exit the screen

(5) If all goes well, you should get the screen above with the value of byte 11 changing to hex 40 (i.e. hex40=binary 0010 0000).

Note down the "Current Coding" value and the "New Coding" value as a record of the change (or take a screen-shot)

Press Do It! and exit the VCDS software

(6) Switch climate control to "auto" mode, wait a bit for the fan to start-up and you should get-back the fan speed indicator (as per pic above-my appolgy for the dusty camera lense)

[DV52]

Changing " Blinker" Cycles - MkVII VCDS tweak

Determining the optimal number of cycles of the turn indicator when the driver wants to signal a lane change seems to be very much a personal thing!

For me, I guess that this decision is ultimately a choice between two conflicting risks (at least): on the one hand, there's a risk that too few "blinks" will result in other drivers not seeing the change-lane signal, and there is the countervailing risk that too many "blinks" may incorrectly send a signal such as, I'm about to make a left hand turn at the oncoming intersection. This second risk potentially gives the wrong message to a car that is waiting at the intersection that it's safe to turn into the lane that I'm travelling-on .

Whilst the mkVII Golf doesn't make this choice any easier, it does allow VCDS cable owners to change the number of "blinks" when the turn-indicator stalk is momentarily activated. I've implemented the VCDS tweak and after solving a few teething problems, I can vouch that it works. On this point, please make sure that you read the error-fix instructions at the end of the tweak. I acknowledge the VW Golf MkVII site for some of this material.

Changing "Blinker" Cycles- VCDS Tweak

(1) select 09-Cent. Elect.

(2) Select Security Access-16 and enter the magic number "31347"

(3) Select Adaptation-10

(4) From pull-down menu, select (2) - Turn Signal Controls-Komfortblinken Blinkzykien (it's about 40% down the list)

(5) Enter the desired number into the New Value box as shown above. Note that the acceptable range is 1 to 5 and the default value is 3

(6) Click the Do It! tab.

Click Add to log to record a copy of the change report.

Click Go Back and exit the VCDS program

Error fix - if needed:
None of the other forums report any problems with this tweak. However, if (as happend to me) when the turn indicator stalk is momentarily operated, either the number of "blinks" hasn't change, or if only one "blink" occurs (assuming that more than one blink was input to the new value box above), the additional following steps will need to be completed (thanks flygteye):

1. Press the Car button on the RHS of the discover/composition media head.
2. Press Set-up on the bottom RHS of the screen
3. In the Vehicle Setting screen, press the Factory Settings panel (it's at the very end of the list at the bottom of the screen)
4. In the Factory Settings screen, under Reset individual settings/data, press Vehicle
5. Press Reset tab in the window that says Reset "Vehicle" settings-are you sure?

Unfortunately, the consequence of resetting Vehicle to factory settings is (not surprisingly) that any previously stored personal settings will be lost, so you will have to re-establish these values. However, the reset instructions do seem to fix the VCDS tweak error-if this error is present. On my car, after I had reset to factory setting the first time, I was able to repeat the VCDS tweak numerous times without having to repeat the error fix steps.

[DV52]

XDS Adaptation - MkVII Golf

Hi all
I'm interested in changing the setting for the "Expanded Electronic Differential Lock" on my mk7 Golf, but I'm having dificulty accessing the adaptation channel.

I've tried getting help from Ross-Tech folk but the staff there (Dana) say that mine is not a known problem. So, I'm seeking assistance from forum colleagues who own a mk7 Golf. Basically, I'd like to know if others have the same problem when they try to access the XDS channel.

Here are the instructions (I can't get to step 4 because of the error on the screen below):

1, Select [03] ABS
2. Select 10 Adaptation
3. From the pull down menu, select “Expanded electronic differential lock”
4. In the New value box select : “Standard”, “Not activated”, “Weak”, “Medium”, “Strong”




Thank you in advance

Edit: After reviewing the Adaptation Control map for the ABS control module, it seems that the Expanded Electronic Differential lock is not an available channel on my13 vehicles (see the Adaptation control map for address 03-ABS in link in post #197) - thanks NEtech

[lambertia]

Dv52,

Just wanted to say that the reference thread is awesome. Good work,

Greg.

[DV52]

Dv52,

Just wanted to say that the reference thread is awesome. Good work,

Greg.

Greg: Thanks for the kind words, but the real credit goes to Adam_D -it was his suggestion.

[booba]

hi mate, can you explain the brake light and number plate light mod. i vaguely saw something about the tail lights in mk7 R that could be programmed in vcds however haven't been able to find it since.

Now that i finally have my R, am wanting to make some changes given that the dealership wouldn't do it upon delivery.
Namely the traffic one. Cant believe the dealership wouldn't do this.

Also the brake lights and number plate lights.

Anyone in Melbourne (pref Eastern Suburbs) able to assist??
Sure I rustle up some beers etc for the effort.

Thanks heaps in advance.

Cheers,

Blabba.

[AdamD]

Dv52,

Just wanted to say that the reference thread is awesome. Good work

^ This. More people need to click the star button beneath his posts to give him extra rep points! The forum software won't allow me to give him any more.

[turtle]

Hi all, just picked up my new GTI PP and I've been reading on here about people activating the Traffic Alert system. Has anyone got any feedback on what its actually like? Does it only work in the capital cities? Is it worth finding someone to activate it for me?
My dealer told me that VW are 'trailing it' in Sydney, however I find this hard to believe as I have a family member with a Holden Thunder ute that's 3-4 years old and has traffic monitoring as standard, and it works fine.
Seems pretty stupid that they put a button for it in the media system however don't allow you to use it