Mk6 LED Taillights

**Corey_R** · 13-09-2010, 01:29 PM

I would imagine that non-dealer Volkswagen specialists would have VCDS as they probably don't have access to the genuine VW tools and probably would prefer VCDS anyway.

Also, aftermarket specialists that install upgrades for Volkswagens are likely to have it. Harding Performance in Brisbane, as well as being the local distributor for APR, is also the local distributor for VCDS! Maybe they'd do this for a fee...

As for dealers and after sales service, I agree that there is definitely a big difference between the level of service between dealerships, and those not giving good service are certainly shooting themselves in the foot, and bringing down the overall VW brand image. But at the same time, I cars are getting so complex these days that service depts are having enough trouble keeping up with knowing everything that comes with the cars, let alone things which don't come with the cars and people are importing from overseas. I'm sure that if and when the product is available locally, and a consumer purchases that product locally through a dealership, that dealership will be provided with the information required to code them. Until such time as that happens, the time and research they have to do is probably not worth it for a single enquiry, and/or passing the entire cost of that research/learning onto you is probably not worth it for you.

**AdamD** · 13-09-2010, 02:21 PM

Originally Posted by GTI4fun

One more thing you said 'why they should know more then standard and factory upgrades' ummmm why shouldnt they??? I think it would in contrary help their businesses if they did just that little bit extra.

VW dealers are likely obligated under the terms of their agreements to provide service and support according to a schedule dictated by VWA. This allows VWA to have confidence in their servicing network and makes it cost-effective for them to offer comprehensive warranties and other support services. It's possible that a dealer may be violating their agreement if they perform actions such as recoding (but I am hypothesising here so take my comments with a grain of salt). My point is: your dealer may want to help you (especially if they can charge you accordingly), but may be prevented from doing so for other reasons.

Coreying has pointed out several good sources of VCDS services. There are also several forum members who may be able to help you as well. You may prefer the reassurance provided by a commercial business, but don't be under any illusions that the changes will be supported or warrantied by VWA. Just sayin'.

**GTI4fun** · 13-09-2010, 10:20 PM

Coreying, thanks for the info mate just before your post i called Harding Performance Brisbane and the guy was perfectly familiar with the situation i was talking about, i asked if they could install them if i needed them to and he said no prob, so i might even get them to do it for me.
Once again thank you for your help fellas once i get them done i'll post some pics.

**Stephen-WP** · 17-09-2010, 04:03 AM

This is what a guy on th South African website posted, looks good.
The Volkswagen Club of South Africa - View topic - Golf VI LED rear lights

**solistics** · 17-09-2010, 09:38 PM

I got my code box from TM Tuning today and applied it this evening....no problems and no more warning light! Worth every penny.

**Converted** · 22-09-2010, 11:45 PM

Saw a black TSI yesterday and a white 5-door GTi today with them LED lights, if you guys are reading, they look great!!!
One for the Perth'ies.

**mr fox** · 23-09-2010, 09:45 PM

Originally Posted by solistics

I got my code box from TM Tuning today and applied it this evening....no problems and no more warning light! Worth every penny.

sorry solistics, but did the code box remove the warning light without the use of the VAGCOM tool?...if so what did the code box set you back, what was involved in the installation and did it fix the flashing fogs you earlier stated in this thread...

**rs73** · 23-09-2010, 10:12 PM

The code box is basically a little plastic box with a line resistor inside to simulate a normal bulb (either a 5ohm or 50ohm can't remember)... LED lights have a lot less resistance and therefore causing the error... I think if you butcher a code box don't be surprise if it's just a PCB (or even just a wire) with 1 resistor in it. Or maybe multiple resistor/wire - one for each LED light (Brake, indicator, etc whatever in the cluster).

**AdamD** · 24-09-2010, 09:22 AM

Originally Posted by rs73

The code box is basically a little plastic box with a line resistor inside to simulate a normal bulb (either a 5ohm or 50ohm can't remember)... LED lights have a lot less resistance and therefore causing the error... I think if you butcher a code box don't be surprise if it's just a PCB (or even just a wire) with 1 resistor in it. Or maybe multiple resistor/wire - one for each LED light (Brake, indicator, etc whatever in the cluster).

I believe you're confusing this with something else. The TMTuning Code Box emulates a VAG-COM cable and VCDS software for the purpose of recoding the car to indicate LEDs are installed. It is a one-shot deal: plug it in, let it do its thing, and then remove it - job done.

If you use the code box, assuming all goes as intended, you will not need to use a VAG-COM cable + VCDS.

IIRC, this detailed thread on VWVortex contains details of the code box, and the specific sequence of commands it issues to the ECU. When I read the post I remember thinking that it was intended for the US market, but if solistics says it works correctly on his Australian car (and has checked for any issues caused by incorrect coding - see this post), then all good.