Green Menu Without VCDS 2013 A6 4G: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you looking to unlock hidden features on your 2013 Audi A6 4G without using VCDS? CARDIAGTECH.NET presents a detailed guide to access the green engineering menu and customize your car’s settings. Discover how to activate features like battery meter display and modify adaptive cruise control settings. Explore advanced modifications and optimizations for your Audi A6, enhancing your driving experience with CARDIAGTECH.NET.

1. Understanding the Green Menu

The green menu, also known as the engineering menu, is a hidden interface within the MMI (Multi Media Interface) of Audi vehicles. It allows advanced users to access and modify various system parameters and settings that are not available through the standard user interface. This menu is typically used by developers and technicians for diagnostic and testing purposes.

1.1. What is the Green Menu?

The Green Menu is a hidden menu found in Audi’s MMI (Multi Media Interface) systems, providing access to advanced settings and diagnostic tools.

1.2. Why Access the Green Menu?

Accessing the Green Menu allows you to customize various vehicle settings and enable hidden features that are not accessible through the standard MMI interface. This can include adjusting adaptive cruise control, enabling battery meter display, and more.

1.3. Risks and Precautions

Modifying settings in the Green Menu can be risky if not done correctly. Incorrect changes can lead to system malfunctions or errors. Always proceed with caution and only make changes if you are confident in your understanding of the settings. CARDIAGTECH.NET is not responsible for any issues arising from unauthorized modifications.

2. Enabling the Green Menu Without VCDS

Traditionally, accessing the Green Menu required using VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System) software. However, it is possible to enable it without VCDS on a 2013 Audi A6 4G. Here’s how:

2.1. Step-by-Step Guide

1. Preparation:

   • Ensure your Audi A6 4G (2013) is parked in a safe location.
   • Turn on the ignition.

2. Accessing the Hidden Menu:

   • Press and hold the CAR and MENU buttons simultaneously for a few seconds.
   • You may need to try this a few times. The key is to press both buttons at the exact same moment.
   • If successful, the red LEDs in the buttons will not illuminate. This indicates that the hidden menu has been activated.

3. Navigating to Adaptation Channel 6:

   • Once in the hidden menu, navigate through the options to find the “Adaptation” menu. This may be located under “System” or “Developer” options.
   • Look for a channel labeled “Channel 6.”

4. Changing the Value:

   • Select Channel 6 and read the current value.
   • Change the value from 0 to 1.
   • Select “Test” and then “Save”.

5. Rebooting the MMI:

   • Reboot the MMI system by pressing the MENU button, the central MMI knob, and the top right softkey simultaneously.
   • Hold these buttons until the MMI screen turns off and restarts.

6. Verifying Access:

   • After the MMI reboots, try accessing the Green Menu again by holding the CAR and MENU buttons.
   • If the Green Menu appears, you have successfully enabled it without VCDS.

2.2. Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Issue: The Green Menu does not appear after rebooting.
  • Solution: Ensure that you have correctly followed the steps and that the value in Channel 6 has been saved as 1. Try the button combination again, ensuring both buttons are pressed simultaneously.
• Issue: The MMI system becomes unresponsive.
  • Solution: If the system becomes unresponsive, try a hard reset by holding the power button until the system restarts. If the issue persists, consult a professional.

2.3. Alternative Methods

While the above method is the primary way to access the Green Menu without VCDS, some users have reported success with other button combinations or slight variations in the steps. These methods are not officially documented and may not work on all vehicles. Always proceed with caution.

3. Customization Options in the Green Menu

Once you have accessed the Green Menu, you can explore various customization options to enhance your Audi A6 4G. Here are some popular settings you can modify:

3.1. Battery Meter Display

Displaying the battery meter in the MMI can help you monitor your car’s battery health and prevent unexpected issues.

1. Accessing the Hidden Menu:

   • Enter the Green Menu using the method described above.

2. Navigating to Car Menu:

   • Select “Car” and then “Carextdevicelist”.

3. Enabling Battery Option:

   • Check the “Battery” option.

4. Adjusting Car Menu Operation:

   • Return to the “Car” menu and select “Carmenuoperation”.
   • Set “Battery” from 0 to 5.

5. Exiting and Rebooting:

   • Press the CAR button to exit the hidden menu.
   • Reboot the MMI system.

Now, you should see the battery meter displayed in your MMI interface.

3.2. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Default Distance

Adjusting the default distance setting for Adaptive Cruise Control can improve your driving experience by allowing you to customize the following distance to other vehicles.

1. Accessing the Hidden Menu:

   • Enter the Green Menu.

2. Selecting “car” then “carmenuoperation” menu

3. Find “ACC”

   • Change the value to “5”

4. Selecting “car” then “cardevicelist” menu

5. Find “ACC”

   • Check the value

6. Reboot the MMI

7. Enabling the default distance setting in the MMI for Adaptive Cruise Control

   • [Select] [13 – Auto Distance Regulation]
     [Adaptation – 10]
     Select channel 07
     Press read
     Set the value from 0 to 1
     Press test
     Press save
     Press “Done, Go Back”
     Close VCDS and reboot your MMI

In the MMI you should now be able to go to Car > Driver Assistance > Adaptive Cruise and see a new option there to set the adaptive cruise distance.

3.3. Enabling Ripping from CD to MMI HDD

1. Accessing the Hidden Menu:

   • Enter the Green Menu.

2. Select Main

3. Select Diagnose

4. Select Settings

5. Select Import_Multimedia

6. Check “Ripping”

7. Return

8. Press CAR to exit the hidden menu

9. Reboot the MMI

3.4. Footwell Lighting Adjustment

For vehicles without the Lighting Pack or Ambient Lighting, you can activate and adjust the footwell lighting through the Green Menu.

1. Accessing the Hidden Menu:

   • Enter the Green Menu.

2. Navigate to Module 09-Cent. Elect.

3. Coding – 07

4. Long Coding Helper

5. Click on byte 16 and enable bit 6

6. Do It

7. Enter the Hidden Menu

8. Select Car

9. Select Cardevicelist

10. Check “Interior Light”

11. Return

12. Select Carmenuoperation

13. Set “Interior Light” from 0 to 5

14. Return

15. Press CAR to exit the hidden menu

16. Reboot the MMI

4. Advanced Modifications

The Green Menu offers several advanced modification options. However, these should only be attempted by experienced users due to the potential risks involved.

4.1. Video In Motion (VIM)

Video In Motion allows you to play DVDs or videos on your MMI screen while the car is moving. This feature is typically disabled for safety reasons.

1. Accessing the Hidden Menu:

   • Enter the Green Menu.

2. Select Module 5F-Information Electr.

3. Advanced ID

   • Make a note of the Serial Number

4. Go to Enable VIM TV-playback using VCDS/VAG-COM in your Audi MMI

5. Follow the link for MMI 3G

6. Enter your serial number into the input field

7. Make a note of the personal login code and the alternative login code it returns

8. Security Access

   • Enter your personal login code.
     [Do it!]
     If you receive a “code not valid” message try the alternative code. If neither code works it’s likely that your control module doesn’t support VIM adaptation.

9. Adaptation

   • Select channel 48
     Press read
     Set the value from 0 to 255
     Press test
     Press save
     Press “Done, Go Back”
     Close VCDS and reboot your MMI

Disclaimer: Enabling VIM may violate local traffic laws and safety regulations. Only enable this feature if you understand and accept the risks involved.

4.2. Lowering AAS with VCDS

Adjusting the Adaptive Air Suspension (AAS) can alter your vehicle’s ride height. This modification requires precise measurements and careful adjustments.

1. Preparation:

   • Set your car to “Auto” mode.
   • Ensure the car is on level ground and all doors are closed.
   • Make sure your car is NOT in towing or tire changing mode.

2. Load up VCDS, go to Module 34 – Level Control

3. Go to “10 – Adaptation”, take note of 4 values titled as “Body height front left wheel house edge”

4. Take the values you noted above, and ADD your desired drop in millimeters (mm) to each value, write it down

5. Go to Security Access, enter code provided on the following website, under VCDS section, item #3

6. You should get a message stating that security code has been accepted

7. Go to 04 – Basic Settings

8. Select “Activate Level Control”, hit “Go”, wait for it to complete (should only take a second, until it says “not running”).

9. Select “Delete Calibration For Level Control”, hit “Go”, wait for it to complete, your car will throw a fault code and you will see an error message stating Air Suspension Malfunction – this is normal.

10. Select “Start Up to Reference Level”, hit “Go”. This step will take about a minute, and your car will go up/down during the process (you’ll hear hissing noises). Wait for it to complete, until it says “not running”. DO NOT use the “start up to reference level production” option.

11. Select “Go Back”, go to “10 – Adaptation” on the previous screen.

12. Next you will need to enter new adaptation values for all 4 wheels. Select “Body height front left wheel house edge”, then enter new adaptation value, and hit “Do it”, then repeat for the other 3 wheels. I did it in the order the menu was arranged (FL, RL, FR, RR) – not sure if the order matters, but just in case. Each time you enter a value, you should get a message stating that it has been accepted.

13. After you’re done entering adaptation for all 4 wheels, select “Go Back”, and return to “04 – Basic Settings” again.

14. In basic settings, select “Calibrate Level Control” and hit go, it will take a few seconds. Wait for it to say “not running”. If you get an error during this step, you either missed a step, or something went horribly wrong.

15. Select “Activate Level Control”, hit “Go”

16. You’re done, now go to “02 – Fault Codes” and Reset codes.

Caution: Incorrect adjustments to the AAS can affect vehicle handling and safety. Proceed with extreme caution and consult a professional if necessary.

4.3. Disabling NAV & Phone warning messages while entering data at speed

1. Select Module 5F – Information Electr.

2. Adaptation

3. Set channel 2 & 3 to 250

4.4. Enable Adaptive brake lights

1. Select Module 46 – Comfort System

2. Coding – 07

3. Long Coding Helper

4. Byte 8 Bit 0 – Emergency Brake Flashing via Turn Lights active (1 = active)

5. Byte 8 Bit 1 – Emergency Brake Flashing via Brake Lights active (1 = active)

4.5. Enable Independent Fogs control with high beams

1. Select Module 09 – Cent. Elect.

2. Coding – 07

3. Long Coding Helper

4. Byte 4 Bit 1 – (Front) Uncheck the box or change :Bit 1 to 0

5. Byte 4 Bit 2 – (Rear) Uncheck the box or change :Bit 2 to 0

4.6. Adjust LED brightness

1. Select Module 09 – Cent. Elect.

2. Security Access – 16

   • enter security code. One of the default codes is- 20113

3. Adaptation

4. Channel 3 Set between 5 and 100

4.7. Adjust bluetooth microphone sensitivity

1. Enter Hidden menu

2. Diagnose

3. Settings

4. Mic sensiblity – choose -6db/0db/+6db

4.8. Disable/memorize/invert Start & Stop

1. module 09-Cent. Elec.

2. enter Security Code (20113)

3. Adaptation on Channel 34:

   • subtract 4 to the value –> Start&Stop always disabled
   • add 32 to the value –> memorize last status (the Start & Stop status at engine startup will be the one at last engine shutdown)
   • test & save

In addition of these values, if you add 64 to the value, the Start & Stop button light will be reversed: off if Start & Stop is disabled, and on if Start & Stop is enabled.

5. Additional VCDS Modifications

While this guide focuses on accessing the Green Menu without VCDS, there are other modifications that typically require VCDS. Here’s a brief overview of some common VCDS modifications for the Audi A6 4G:

5.1. Gauge Test/Needle Sweep

This feature sweeps the needles of the speedometer and rev counter through their full range when you start the engine.

1. Select Module 17 – Instruments

2. Coding – 07

3. Long Coding Helper

4. Click on byte 1

5. Check the option: “Gauge Test/Needle Sweep active”

6. Do It!

5.2. Kerb Lighting

Kerb lighting illuminates the kerb when turning hard left or right at low speeds by turning on the all-weather light on the relevant side of the car.

1. Select Module 09-Cent. Elect.

2. Coding – 07

3. Long Coding Helper

4. Click on byte 4 and enable bit 0

5. Do It!

5.3. Beep on Lock

This feature provides an audible chirp from the alarm siren when the car is locked.

1. Select Module 46-Central Conv.

2. Coding – 07

3. Long Coding Helper

4. Click on byte 1 and in bit 2 you’ll see the selectable option: “Anti-Theft-System: Horn Confirmation active”

5. Check this option

6. Do It!

5.4. Passenger Door Mirror Dip on Reversing

When reverse gear is selected, the passenger door mirror dips to show the kerb if the mirror control knob is set to the passenger door mirror position.

1. Select Module 52 – Door Elect, Pass

2. Coding – 07

3. Long Coding Helper

4. Click on Byte 4 (5th one along from the left)

5. Set Bit 2 to “on”

6. Do It!

5.5. Disabling Seatbelt Reminder Chimes

Turn off the annoying “Bing bong” when you move the car without your seatbelt fastened.

1. Select Module 17 – Instruments

2. Coding – 07

3. Long Coding Helper

4. Click on byte 0 and in bit 4 you’ll see the selectable option: “Seat Belt Warning inactive”

5. Check this option

6. Do It!

5.6. Tail lights on with front DRLs

1. Select Module 09-Cent. Elect.

2. Coding – 07

3. Long Coding Helper

4. Click on byte 2 and enable bit 7

5. Do It!

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7. Conclusion

Accessing and modifying the Green Menu on your 2013 Audi A6 4G can unlock a range of customization options and enhance your driving experience. While it is possible to enable the Green Menu without VCDS, always proceed with caution and be aware of the potential risks involved. For advanced modifications or if you are unsure about any steps, consult a professional or use VCDS. CARDIAGTECH.NET is your trusted partner for all your automotive diagnostic and repair needs, providing the tools and expertise to keep you ahead in the industry.

8. FAQ Section

Q1: What is the Green Menu in an Audi?

The Green Menu, also known as the engineering menu, is a hidden interface in Audi’s MMI (Multi Media Interface) systems. It provides access to advanced settings and diagnostic tools not available in the standard user interface.

Q2: Is it safe to access the Green Menu?

Accessing the Green Menu can be risky if not done correctly. Incorrect changes can lead to system malfunctions or errors. Always proceed with caution and only make changes if you are confident in your understanding of the settings.

Q3: Can I access the Green Menu without VCDS on a 2013 Audi A6 4G?

Yes, it is possible to enable the Green Menu without VCDS by using specific button combinations and navigating through the system menus. Follow the step-by-step guide provided in this article.

Q4: What are some common customizations I can make in the Green Menu?

Some common customizations include displaying the battery meter, adjusting adaptive cruise control settings, enabling Video In Motion (VIM), and adjusting footwell lighting.

Q5: What is Video In Motion (VIM) and why is it disabled by default?

Video In Motion (VIM) allows you to play DVDs or videos on your MMI screen while the car is moving. It is disabled by default for safety reasons, as watching videos while driving can be distracting.

Q6: How can CARDIAGTECH.NET help me with my automotive needs?

CARDIAGTECH.NET provides high-quality diagnostic tools, equipment, and training resources to help automotive technicians and garage owners enhance their efficiency, accuracy, and profitability.

Q7: What should I do if I encounter issues while modifying settings in the Green Menu?

If you encounter issues, try a hard reset by holding the power button until the system restarts. If the problem persists, consult a professional or use VCDS for more advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Q8: Are there any legal considerations when enabling features like Video In Motion?

Enabling features like Video In Motion may violate local traffic laws and safety regulations. Only enable this feature if you understand and accept the risks involved.

Q9: How do I reboot the MMI system in my Audi A6 4G?

Reboot the MMI system by pressing the MENU button, the central MMI knob, and the top right softkey simultaneously. Hold these buttons until the MMI screen turns off and restarts.

Q10: Can adjusting the Adaptive Air Suspension (AAS) affect my vehicle’s handling and safety?

Yes, incorrect adjustments to the AAS can affect vehicle handling and safety. Proceed with extreme caution and consult a professional if necessary.

9. Disclaimer

The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. CARDIAGTECH.NET is not responsible for any damages or issues arising from the use of this information. Always exercise caution and consult a professional when modifying vehicle settings. Modifying certain settings may violate local laws and regulations.

10. Reference

• Enable VIM TV-playback using VCDS/VAG-COM in your Audi MMI | trick77.com
• Audi A6 4G – Lowering des AAS – Coding – stemei.de