The Octavia III offers a wide range of customizable features accessible through VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System). This guide, referencing a comprehensive index from the Briskoda forum, provides a roadmap to various adaptations you can make using VCDS. This “Briskoda Vcds Map” allows you to unlock hidden features and personalize your driving experience.
Unlocking Hidden Features with VCDS
VCDS allows access to the control modules within your Octavia III, enabling modifications not available through standard settings. The Briskoda forum thread provides a wealth of information, categorized for easy navigation.
Lighting Adjustments
Numerous lighting adaptations can enhance visibility and aesthetics. These include:
- Cornering Fogs: Activate cornering fog lights for improved illumination when turning. Adjust the upper speed threshold for their activation. Even enable them on vRS models!
- Rear Fog Lights: Enable both rear fog lights for increased visibility in foggy conditions.
- DRLs: Configure daytime running lights (DRLs) to remain on with headlights, flash with indicators (in phase or out of phase), or dim with low beams. Code DRL dimming upon indicating.
- LED Enhancements: Tweak LED number plate lighting, dim DRLs on low beam (but not sidelights), and adjust LED fog light coding. Code LED sidelight bulbs for Xenon headlights.
- High Beam Assist: Enable high beam assist to remain active permanently. Disable DRLs on halogen headlights.
- Footwell Lights: Retrofit footwell lights for added interior illumination.
Convenience and Functionality
Beyond lighting, VCDS unlocks practical adjustments:
- Boot Closing: Enable remote boot closing from the key fob or interior button on Combi models equipped with a powered tailgate.
- Rear Teardrop Wipe: Activate the rear teardrop wipe function.
- Rain Closing: Enable automatic window closing when rain is detected (MY13 and MY14 only).
- Maxidot Display: Enable refuel quantity and lap timer displays within the Maxidot instrument cluster. Activate needle staging (sweep) for a visual flair.
- Traffic Sign Recognition: Enable traffic sign recognition for enhanced driver awareness.
- Mirror Dip: Enable passenger mirror dipping when selecting reverse gear.
- Comfort Indicators: Change the number of flashes for the comfort (lane change) indicator.
- Fan Speed Display: Enable fan speed display in AUTO mode.
- Heated Seat Memory: Enable memory for heated seat levels.
- Start/Stop: Permanently disable the Start/Stop system.
- Columbus/Amundsen Enhancements: Enable speed limit signs from map data on the Columbus infotainment system, and enable automatic daylight saving time on both Columbus and Amundsen units. Enable direct CD ripping to the Columbus jukebox. Retrofit OEM LED rear lights.
- Towbar Electrics: Adjust towbar electrics coding.
Advanced Adaptations
For those seeking deeper customization:
- Hravec Adaptations: Modify the sensitivity of the humidity sensor, deactivate the AM radio band, and enable comfort entry for electric seats.
- MIB Columbus VIM: Access and modify settings within the MIB Columbus system’s VIM (Vehicle Information Management) module.
Conclusion: Personalizing Your Octavia III
This “Briskoda VCDS Map,” derived from the extensive forum thread, offers a valuable resource for Octavia III owners. Remember, modifying your vehicle’s settings with VCDS can void warranties if not performed correctly. Always proceed with caution, research thoroughly, and back up your existing settings before making any changes. Enjoy the journey of personalizing your Octavia III to perfectly suit your needs and preferences!
