The 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan offers a comfortable and versatile driving experience. However, with a few tweaks using VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System), you can personalize your Tiguan even further. This guide outlines some popular modifications for the 2018 VW Tiguan using VCDS, focusing on ambient lighting and other convenient adjustments.
Popular VCDS Modifications for the 2018 VW Tiguan
VCDS allows access to the various control modules within your Tiguan, enabling customization of features not available through the standard interface. Here are some common adjustments:
Cluster Graphics Modification
One popular modification is changing the cluster graphics to display the Golf R clocks. This provides a sportier look to the instrument panel. This change requires navigating to the specific module within VCDS and adjusting the corresponding settings.
Disabling Overtaking on Right Prevention (Undertaking)
For those who find the Overtaking on Right Prevention (often referred to as Undertaking Prevention) feature of the adaptive cruise control intrusive, VCDS offers the ability to disable it. This modification allows for greater control over the vehicle’s acceleration and deceleration behavior in certain driving situations.
Enabling Ambient Lighting in MMI
While not present in all 2018 Tiguan models, enabling ambient lighting control within the MMI (Multi Media Interface) can significantly enhance the interior ambiance. This modification allows for changing the color of the MMI screen and digital dashboard lighting. Note that this change typically does not affect the footwell or door lighting, which often remain white.
Customizing Ambient Lighting Colors
The following steps outline how to customize the ambient lighting colors using VCDS:
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Access Module 09 – Central Electronics: Within VCDS, navigate to Module 09 – Central Electronics. You may need a security access code (often 31347) to make adaptations.
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Activate Ambient Lighting: Locate and activate the following adaptations:
- IDE09731-Eng125017-INT_light:2nd Generation-Instrumentafelbeleuchtung mehrfarbig (Set to Active)
- IDE09732-Eng133384-Interior light:Light configuration-Ambient_Farbliste_HMI (Set to Active)
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Customize Color Palette: Find IDE11714 – Ambient light color list. This adaptation allows customization of the RGB values for up to 10 different colors. Originally, these values may be set to 0.
You can use an online RGB color picker (https://www.w3schools.com/colors/colors_rgb.asp) to find your desired color codes. Input the Red (Rotwert), Green (Gruenwert), and Blue (Blauwwert) values for each color slot (Farbe 1 through Farbe 10). The example below demonstrates settings for various colors:
- RED: R=255, G=1, B=1
- BLUE: R=1, G=1, B=255
- GREEN: R=1, G=255, B=1
- YELLOW: R=255, G=255, B=1
- PINK: R=255, G=0, B=255
- PURPLE: R=153, G=1, B=255
- ORANGE: R=255, G=153, B=51
- GREY: R=128, G=128, B=128
- MUSTARD: R=204, G=153, B=1
- WHITE: R=255, G=255, B=255
- Save and Reset: Save the changes in VCDS and then reset the infotainment unit by holding the On/Off button for 10 seconds. Access the new ambient lighting color options via Car >> Settings >> Background lighting in the MMI.
These VCDS modifications can significantly enhance your 2018 VW Tiguan’s driving experience, offering personalized customization options beyond the factory settings. Remember to proceed with caution when using VCDS and consult reputable resources for detailed instructions and support. Incorrectly modifying vehicle settings can potentially lead to unintended consequences.
