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

[bgroper]

Hi forum experts
I been thinking about some minor "improvements" to my Mk7 R, (including reducing the soundaktor volume to 0%).
Simple OBDeleven adaptor and software *might* be sufficient.
BUT the Autoinstruct supplier has jacked the price up to AUD$149, and doesn't even have any stock in Aust. Dunno if delivery is included.
The "entry level" VCDS device from Ross-Tech is around AUD$340, with FedEx express delivery.
My initial interest is mainly in the realm of "comfort and convenience", rather than performance.
Who knows whether enthusiasm for greater things will emerge.
Any pros and/or cons of OBDeleven vs VCDS.
Yes, I've read Ross-Tech: VCDS: DTC Comparison
TIA's for any tips, clues, or opinions.

Edit. Found some helpful answers in these good forum threads.
VCDS or OBDEleven for Skoda / VAG's
OBDEleven - The new kid on the block!
'nuf sed

[Evo*]

I have a polo gti 6c I enabled rain close and convenience options which work. but now my drivers door electric window works in reverse... as in if I click up it rolls down and vice versa. I have done everything I can to find window controls as well undone all my ads tweaks to no avail. could anyone shine any light on this? much appreciated.

[point]

Im having an issue with my Mk7.5 - my reverse camera is staying open (although not displayed on the MFD) and a single reverse light is remaining active whenever the car is on regardless of speed/gear etc. I've run an auto-scan and nothing is showing up to suggest a fault but I'm thinking something may be off coding wise? Can anyone point me in the direction on where the speed threshold for the camera is on the cars coding? Or potentially what triggers it to open? I'm thinking the coding for the reverse light/camera might be off? I don't remember playing with those settings on OBD11 and any stage though.

I'd rather try and sort it out myself than going to the hassle of going to the dealer etc.

[Jap]

Is the rear camera factory fitted or is it fitted after? As after is connected to the reverse light wire. So it could be you've either played with the code for the rear clusters or there a problem with the switch

[DV52]

^^^^ here is a section of the Wiring diagram for the RVC which is R189:



Doesn't matter if you are not familiar with wiring diagrams - the thing to note is the bit that I have circled (i.e. J519) which is what's called the Body Control Module (or the BCM @ address hex09). As shown, the camera has a blue/black wire that is connected to pin #64 on the A connector (i.e. "T73a /64" in the wiring diagram means that the blue/black wire is connected to pin #64 of the 73 x pin connector on the "A" socket) of the BCM. This is the wire that turns ON/OFF the RVC (this pin normally operates whenever the reverse-switch in your gearbox/auto-tranny changes state)

Now, there is a Leuchte-set (which is a bunch of adaptation channels) in the BCM called Leuchte29RFL RA64 that controls how/when the right-side reverse light operates. Notice the A64 term in the descriptor - this means that the Leuchte-set controls pin #64 on the A connector of the BCM. Yes, the same pin as on my wiring diagram!!!

So- as jap says, the basic problem in your case is probably the way that pin #64 (A connector) is operating. If you are using VCDS, I suggest that you look at your Adplog.CSV file in the lap-top that you use to run VCDS for any recent coding changes that you made to Leuchte29RFL RA64. Very likely, it is this coding change that has forced a voltage to appear on pin #64 (A connector) at an inappropriate time.

Don

[JamesMK7R]

Is there a way to program that little circle in the tack to be a shift light like the Subaru sit models?

[Sasquatch1976]

Sasquatch1976 - I always encourage folk not to follow me (I'm just an average Joe, nothing worth following).

As for your problem - if you are referring to the LED at the intersection of the brake and indicator light, then the normal fix is as follows:
Depending on the version of the central electrics module, search for either, Driving light and parking light for older modules, or Aussenlicht_Heck for newer modules. Then select Schlusslicht mit Bremslichtfunktion and set as active.


Don

Hi Don.

Finally got around testing your suggesrion. Unfortunately this setting changes nothing. Borh active and inactive is same result (LED is off no matter what)

Any suggestions?

[Sasquatch1976]

Hi Don.

Finally got around testing your suggesrion. Unfortunately this setting changes nothing. Borh active and inactive is same result (LED is off no matter what)

Any suggestions?

It would be this intersection i mean...

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[DV52]

Hi Don.

Finally got around testing your suggestion. Unfortunately this setting changes nothing. Both active and inactive is same result (LED is off no matter what)

Any suggestions?

Sasquatch: hmm.......... bummer - I'm running out of suggestions fast!! One last thing you could try - here is a copy of the new "yellow" long coding helper screen for Byte 6 of the BCM:



Notice the Bit 7 descriptor which translates into Aussie English to "Brake light is also Blinker" . Make sure that Byte 6, Bit 7 is set on your BCM and if this doesn't work, try changing the adaptation channel in my first response in conjunction the Bit change.

Don

[cgentil]

Anyone can give me the parameters on VAG COM on how to regulate the volume of radio when OPS is engaged?

Mine does that but it's aftermarket kit, and I'd like to know if with VAG COM I can disable this feature.

Thanks.