Audi A5 owners often seek ways to personalize their driving experience. VCDS coding offers a powerful tool to unlock hidden features and customize settings beyond the factory defaults. This guide provides a comprehensive list of VCDS coding options for the Audi A5, empowering you to tailor your vehicle to your preferences.
Understanding VCDS and its Potential
VCDS (VAG-COM Diagnostic System) is a diagnostic software that allows you to access and modify the control modules in your Audi A5. Through coding, you can activate or deactivate various features, adjust settings, and personalize your car’s behavior. This guide focuses on pre-facelift models, but many codes may also work on facelift versions. Compatibility may vary depending on your specific car’s module versions. Always consult reputable sources before implementing any coding changes.
Accessing the Hidden Menu
Before diving into specific coding modifications, you’ll need to access the hidden menu in your MMI (Multi Media Interface) system.
For MMI 3G:
- Navigate to [5F – Information Electr.]
- Select [Adaptation – 10]
- Change Channel 6 from 0 to 1
- To access the hidden menu, hold the “Car” and “Setup” buttons simultaneously for five seconds.
For MMI 2G:
- Navigate to [07 – Control Head]
- Select [Adaptation – 10]
- Change Channel 8 from 0 to 1
- Access the hidden menu by holding the “Car” and “Setup” buttons simultaneously for five seconds.
Caution: Exercise caution when using the hidden menu, especially avoid modifying the “Bootloader” section.
Popular Audi A5 VCDS Coding Options
This section outlines various coding options categorized by functionality. Remember to always back up your original coding before making any changes.
Lighting:
- Disable Amber Corner Lights: [09 – Cent. Elect.] [Coding – 07] -> Long Coding Helper -> Byte 10 Submodule 0 Bit 3 – Set to 0
- Disable LED “Wink” on Turn Signal (Pre-Facelift): [09 – Cent. Elect.] [Coding – 07] -> Long Coding Helper -> Byte 3 Bit 2 & Bit 7
- Dim LED “Wink” on Turn Signal (US Cars): [09 – Cent. Elect.] [Coding – 07] -> Long Coding Helper -> Byte 2 Bit 6 (Check), Byte 3 (Revert any wink disable modifications)
- Enable Rear Tail Lights with DRLs: [09 – Cent. Elect.] [Coding – 07] -> Long Coding Helper -> Byte 2 Bit 7 – Set to 1
- Enable Front Turn Signals as Parking Lights: [09 – Cent. Elect.] [Coding – 07] -> Long Coding Helper -> Byte 10 Bit 0 – Set to 1. Subsequently, enable as DRLs: Byte 2 Bit 6 – Set to 1.
Convenience:
- Disable Seatbelt Chime: [17 – Instruments] [Coding – 07] -> Long Coding Helper -> Byte 0 Bit 2-4
- Enable Remote Operation of Windows and Sunroof: [46 – Cent. Conv.] [Coding – 07] -> [Long Coding Helper] Byte 2 Bit 2 – Set to 1
- Disable Key Warning (Keyless Models): [46 – Central Conv.] [Coding – 07] -> Long Coding Helper -> Byte 9 Bit 7 set to 0
Display and Instrumentation:
- Enable Needle Sweep: [17 – Instruments] [Coding – 07] -> Long Coding Helper -> Byte 1 Bit 0 – Check the box
- Enable Lap Timer: [17 – Instruments] [Coding – 07] -> Long Coding Helper -> Byte 1 Bit 3 – Check the box
- Enable Automatic Gear Selection in DIS: [02 – Auto Trans] [Adaptation – 10] Select “Single Gear Display”, then “D on/S on”
Other Notable Codes:
- Enable Video in Motion (MMI): [5F – Information Electr.] [Advanced ID – 1A] Requires Security Access using serial number, then [Adaptation – 10] -> Channel 48 Set to 255
- Adjust Back-up Camera Picture: [6C-Back-up Cam.] [Security Access – 16] (code: 22351), then adjust Brightness (Channel 10), Contrast (Channel 11), Saturation (Channel 12), and Temperature (Channel 13).
- Enable Bluetooth Microphone Sensitivity Adjustment: Access through the hidden menu: Diagnose -> Settings -> Mic Sensitivity.
Conclusion
VCDS coding opens a world of customization possibilities for your Audi A5. This guide provides a starting point for exploring these options. Remember to thoroughly research each code before implementing it and always proceed with caution. Utilizing reputable forums, online resources, and experienced VCDS users can help ensure a successful and safe coding experience. Enjoy unlocking the full potential of your Audi A5!
