Has anyone installed the CETE lowering module in their RS6 yet?

[Jimminez]

What is the lowest setting on cete you guys set to before the it causes any rubbing? Have mine set to -30mm but I’m terrified to go any lower


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Wheel and tire specs would play into that, but for OE wheels and tires even with 12-15mm spacers, -35 to -40 has been run with no issues.

[Lovedrs6]

Thanks alot! Been running-35. I’m tempted to go lowered but just need some user experience


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[Evotech]

Hello, Thinking of to install Cete lowering module on the Rs7 C8 with stock 22” wheels, From posts above i will mostly drive -25F -20R settings with 10 mm spacers to get the look i love. Can you tell please about ride quality particularly whether it becomes stiff and rude at that settings on the road? is there big difference in comparison with factory 0 height? Finally is it worth to give the car sporty look we all love, but sacrifice soft ride we are used to.

[CanAutM3]

Hello, Thinking of to install Cete lowering module on the Rs7 C8 with stock 22” wheels, From posts above i will mostly drive -25F -20R settings with 10 mm spacers to get the look i love. Can you tell please about ride quality particularly whether it becomes stiff and rude at that settings on the road? is there big difference in comparison with factory 0 height? Finally is it worth to give the car sporty look we all love, but sacrifice soft ride we are used to.

It does ride a bit more stiffly when lowered, but it handles more crisply with less floatiness. It is never harsh though.

A big benefit of the CETE module is that the ride height can be individually programmed for each of the three suspension settings. I have it at stock ride height for Comfort (0/0), Balanced is at -25mm front and -22mm rear, and Sport is at -30mm front and -27mm rear. I use Comfort for long highway drives, Auto (Balanced suspension) most of the time for the day-to-day drive, and Dynamic/RS mode-2 (Sport suspension) for the occasional sporty romp.

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It does ride a bit more stiffly when lowered, but it handles more crisply with less floatiness. It is never harsh though.

A big benefit of the CETE module is that the ride height can be individually programmed for each of the three suspension settings. I have it at stock ride height for Comfort (0/0), Balanced is at -25mm front and -22mm rear, and Sport is at -30mm front and -27mm rear. I use Comfort for long highway drives, Auto (Balanced suspension) most of the time for the day-to-day drive, and Dynamic/RS mode-2 (Sport suspension) for the occasional sporty romp.

This right here ^^^

Being able to set each main drive select mode to it's own unique height is the best feature of the CETE setup.

Cheers,

[CanAutM3]

This right here ^^^

Being able to set each main drive select mode to it's own unique height is the best feature of the CETE setup.

Cheers,

Just as a small but important precision: the CETE module ride heights are not tied to the “drive select” modes per se, but rather to the three suspension settings (Comfortable/Balanced/Sport). It is a minor point but still non-trivial because the CETE module will also use the ride height programmed for the suspension setting that is set in either of the two the user defined RS modes when those are selected.

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Just as a small but important precision: the CETE module ride heights are not tied to the “drive select” modes per se, but rather to the three suspension settings (Comfort/Balanced/Sport). It is a minor point but still non-trivial because the CETE module will also use the ride height programmed for the suspension setting that is set in either of the two the user defined RS modes when those are selected.

Well maybe an easier way to understand this is:

Main Drive Select Modes


RS1/2 Suspension Modes


Full Comfort Drive Select Mode = Comfort in RS1/2 Suspension Mode

Full Auto Drive Select Mode = Balanced in RS1/2 Suspension Mode

Full Dynamic Drive Select Mode = Sport in RS1/2 Suspension Mode

The CETE suspension setup is following the main drive select modes which is why it works on all air suspension C8 models that don't have RS modes as well.

When anyone builds an RS1 or 2 profile they are just drawing from the main drive select modes to build their own profile of all possible drive select modes along with the little added changes that RS modes bring to the table. Audi decided to use different terminology in the RS1 and 2 profiles to make it a tad more confusing.

For example this is why when you select Sport in an RS1/2 profile for suspension you get the Dynamic drive select ride height from the CETE suspension setup. The CETE suspension setup sees on the CAN that the car is in the Dynamic drive select mode for the suspension just as if you set the whole car to Dynamic in the MMI.

Hopefully that makes sense. It's really Audi deciding to use different terminology for the suspension modes in the RS1/2 that could cause any confusion as to what ride height you will get with a CETE suspension setup installed when you set the car to RS1 or 2.

On a separate note if you set the car to Efficiency on the MMI the CETE suspension sets your ride height to the programmed Auto ride height. The CETE suspension setup doesn't have a separate ride height for the Efficiency mode.

Cheers,

[CanAutM3]

I see it differently, where the 3 default drive select modes (Comfort/Auto/Dynamic) pull a default combination of the different adjustable parameters, while the RS1/2 modes allow customized combinations of these adjustable parameters. The suspension setting being one of those adjustable parameters.

I’ve detailed my understanding of the Drive Select in this thread: https://www.audizine.com/forum/showt...1#post14839387

Interestingly, we do not have “Efficiency” as an option on our 2022 RS6 and the nomenclature of the options is slightly different than the screenshots you show. Maybe from an MMI later update?

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I believe we are saying the exact same thing.

RS1/2 just allows you to put together a selection of individual systems into a drive select mode of your own choosing. It's just like the "Individual" drive select mode on other cars, but RS1/2 also has some little RS6/7 nuances too.

As this pertains to the CETE suspension setup all anyone needs to know for the ride heights you get in RS1/2 this will apply:

Comfort in RS1/2 Suspension Mode = The Ride Height Set in CETE for Full Comfort Drive Select Mode

Balanced in RS1/2 Suspension Mode = The Ride Height Set in CETE for Full Auto Drive Select Mode

Sport in RS1/2 Suspension Mode = The Ride Height Set in CETE for Full Dynamic Drive Select Mode

Cheers,

[CanAutM3]

I believe we are saying the exact same thing.

RS1/2 just allows you to put together a selection of individual systems into a drive select mode of your own choosing. It's just like the "Individual" drive select mode on other cars, but RS1/2 also has some little RS6/7 nuances too.

As this pertains to the CETE suspension setup all anyone needs to know for the ride heights you get in RS1/2 this will apply:

Comfort in RS1/2 Suspension Mode = The Ride Height Set in CETE for Full Comfort Drive Select Mode

Balanced in RS1/2 Suspension Mode = The Ride Height Set in CETE for Full Auto Drive Select Mode

Sport in RS1/2 Suspension Mode = The Ride Height Set in CETE for Full Dynamic Drive Select Mode

Cheers,

Yes, from a end-result perspective, we are saying the same thing. I just find personally easier to understand to say that the CETE module programs are tied to the different suspension settings:

• Comfortable
• Balanced
• Sport

And then the various Drive Select modes call up different suspension settings:

• Comfort = Comfortable suspension
• Auto = Balanced suspension
• Dynamic = Sport suspension
• RS1 = user defined (Sport suspension as factory default)
• RS2 = user defined (Sport suspension as factory default)

It is just easier for me to understand it that way. Maybe it is stems from my BMW ///M background, and it may be easier for some others to comprehend it this way too.

As a tidbit, the Ambient Lighting can also be set to change colour with the suspension setting:

• Comfortable = Light Yellow
• Balanced = White
• Sport = Red

And lastly, a question for you: what year is your RS6? I am asking because, based on the pictures you posted, your Drive Select menu seems different to ours.

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CETE suspension and exhaust valve controllers for Audi have always centered around the main three drive select modes:

-Dynamic
-Auto
-Comfort

This is why all the product works across the whole line of C8 models even with models that don't have RS1/2 modes. It just so happens Audi went ahead and added different terminology in the RS1/2 modes that still just ties to the three main drive select modes.

Either way, so long as you and others understand how it all works that's the goal!

The pictures of the MMI are from a Youtube video which is an early European RS6. Those cars may have Efficiency whereas North American models may not. For CETE items used in cars with Efficiency mode that mode always ties back to the Auto drive select mode for functionality of the CETE product, whether that is height or exhaust valve behavior.

Cheers,

[TAGMotorsports]

A few of our recent RS6 clients with CETE Lowering Modules fitted

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A few of our recent RS6 clients with CETE Lowering Modules fitted

Fine examples

[pwdrskr]

A few of our recent RS6 clients with CETE Lowering Modules fitted

I promise, I’m not offended to be left off this list, though I guess to be fair it has been almost 2 years since the fine folks at TAG installed the CETE module on our RS6. I love it, zero issues and the flexibility to change ride height on the fly via the app is great. I’ve used it multiple times while skiing up at Mammoth. Adding ride height to get through drifts and snow plow created piles of snow is an excellent benefit of the CETE unit.

[STALKER]

Which roofbox is on the white car with white wheels?

[pwdrskr]

Which roofbox is on the white car with white wheels?

That looks like it might be a custom painted Thule Vector M or a Thule Vector Alpine?

[Anthony]

Which roofbox is on the white car with white wheels?

Click the photo, it takes you to the car's build photo gallery on TAG's site. Says there it's a "Phantom-One Roof Box".

[STALKER]

Click the photo, it takes you to the car's build photo gallery on TAG's site. Says there it's a "Phantom-One Roof Box".

Thanks. Didn’t know it was linked.

[andru1313]

Bumping this thread. I am interesting in the cete module for my 2024 RS6. I run the OEM wheels for now. For the people that have been running this for a bit any insights and or advice? I will be doing the install myself and have a few videos to watch but what about daily usage. I daily my car so curious how people have liked the ride, functionality and any quirks that they have. Thanks in advance

[pwdrskr]

Bumping this thread. I am interesting in the cete module for my 2024 RS6. I run the OEM wheels for now. For the people that have been running this for a bit any insights and or advice? I will be doing the install myself and have a few videos to watch but what about daily usage. I daily my car so curious how people have liked the ride, functionality and any quirks that they have. Thanks in advance

I've been running the CETE Suspension Control module on our RS6 for over 2 1/2 years now and love it. App is very easy to use. I'll sometimes use the app to raise the car if I need some extra ground clearance for more than a few moments. Zero problems so far.

Near as I can tell there is no impact on ride quality either. Easy to test this by quickly adjusting ride height on the fly and comparing how it feels.

I'd do this again, obviously. Though I would have it installed by a shop again rather than tackle it myself. I didn't want to deal with getting under the car and figuring out where to run the wiring up into the vehicle.

Hope this helps! Cheers.

[andru1313]

Thanks you this is really helpful. I was reading about getting things all set to be level and will hopefully be able to figure that out. As far as the install. I have a lift so getting under the car isn’t to big of a deal for me and it seems pretty straight forward with the install least via the videos. But i might price out having a shop do it. I just don’t trust many people to work on my cars. I have trust issues lol

I've been running the CETE Suspension Control module on our RS6 for over 2 1/2 years now and love it. App is very easy to use. I'll sometimes use the app to raise the car if I need some extra ground clearance for more than a few moments. Zero problems so far.

Near as I can tell there is no impact on ride quality either. Easy to test this by quickly adjusting ride height on the fly and comparing how it feels.

I'd do this again, obviously. Though I would have it installed by a shop again rather than tackle it myself. I didn't want to deal with getting under the car and figuring out where to run the wiring up into the vehicle.

Hope this helps! Cheers.

[pwdrskr]

Thanks you this is really helpful. I was reading about getting things all set to be level and will hopefully be able to figure that out. As far as the install. I have a lift so getting under the car isn’t to big of a deal for me and it seems pretty straight forward with the install least via the videos. But i might price out having a shop do it. I just don’t trust many people to work on my cars. I have trust issues lol

I should have mentioned that the control is front and rear height control. In other words, you can raise / lower the front independently from the rear. The app will prevent you from doing something that exceeds the vehicle's capability. I've run with a slight rake for a time as well as lowering front / rear the same amount.

You aren't able to control an individual corner. You can't raise the left front independent from the right... Maybe that was obvious, but thought I'd mentioning it.

[Vdubpilot]

I’ve had it installed on my new to me ‘22 for about a month. Works great. I have OEM wheels with 12mm spacers all around. I had my local Audi dealer install it. They do a bunch of them along with other aftermarket goodies. They set all their customers to 30mm lower in dynamic at all 4 corners. Rest is up to you. They say this is the lowest/best drop they’ve seen without sacrificing ride quality and wear on the tires. Did not recommend an alignment at this setting either. Very happy with it. The ride is about the same maybe a touch stiffer now in dynamic but when I’m over a rough road I switch to comfort where I’ve left factory settings and the ride is smooth.

[andru1313]

Appreciate it thanks. So will this void warranty?

I’ve had it installed on my new to me ‘22 for about a month. Works great. I have OEM wheels with 12mm spacers all around. I had my local Audi dealer install it. They do a bunch of them along with other aftermarket goodies. They set all their customers to 30mm lower in dynamic at all 4 corners. Rest is up to you. They say this is the lowest/best drop they’ve seen without sacrificing ride quality and wear on the tires. Did not recommend an alignment at this setting either. Very happy with it. The ride is about the same maybe a touch stiffer now in dynamic but when I’m over a rough road I switch to comfort where I’ve left factory settings and the ride is smooth.

[Vdubpilot]

Appreciate it thanks. So will this void warranty?

Depending on your dealer and/or who you ask I’ve heard it can for a suspension warranty issue as it’s directly related obviously.

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Appreciate it thanks. So will this void warranty?

Didn't see this post, sorry for the slower response.

Any modification can cause warranty implications but no mod voids a whole car warranty.

If you fit a CETE suspension controller and had an issue with a headlight or a motor component it would be near impossible for a dealership or Audi to say that a CETE suspension controller caused the issue. Warranty work would be no problem.

If you fit a CETE suspension controller and had an issue with a control arm or air strut it would be possible for the dealership or Audi (if they are told by the dealership about the mod) to not warranty those suspension components should they fall under the blanket of a warranty.

So with that said the CETE air suspension controller lives under the car hidden largely by the plastic undertrays. If you are worried about a dealership noticing you have it installed for regular service work just set lowering to zero for all the modes and any tech would be hard pressed to notice it was installed.

If you have a larger suspension issue that needs warranty work the CETE suspension controller can be removed in a few hours so you can then take or flatbed the car to a dealership.

Have not had a customer who purchased a CETE suspension controller complain about denied warranty work that I can recall.

Website Link: CETE Audi A6, S6, RS6, A6 allroad C8 Air Suspension Module Package <-Click Link for More Information

Always in stock and ready to go! Definitely the most popular modification for RS6/7 owners that is sold here. Any questions just shoot an email over: [email protected]

Cheers,

[andru1313]

Thanks Alex this is really helpful. I def need to order and will be ordering soon

Didn't see this post, sorry for the slower response.

Any modification can cause warranty implications but no mod voids a whole car warranty.

If you fit a CETE suspension controller and had an issue with a headlight or a motor component it would be near impossible for a dealership or Audi to say that a CETE suspension controller caused the issue. Warranty work would be no problem.

If you fit a CETE suspension controller and had an issue with a control arm or air strut it would be possible for the dealership or Audi (if they are told by the dealership about the mod) to not warranty those suspension components should they fall under the blanket of a warranty.

So with that said the CETE air suspension controller lives under the car hidden largely by the plastic undertrays. If you are worried about a dealership noticing you have it installed for regular service work just set lowering to zero for all the modes and any tech would be hard pressed to notice it was installed.

If you have a larger suspension issue that needs warranty work the CETE suspension controller can be removed in a few hours so you can then take or flatbed the car to a dealership.

Have not had a customer who purchased a CETE suspension controller complain about denied warranty work that I can recall.

Website Link: CETE Audi A6, S6, RS6, A6 allroad C8 Air Suspension Module Package <-Click Link for More Information

Always in stock and ready to go! Definitely the most popular modification for RS6/7 owners that is sold here. Any questions just shoot an email over: [email protected]

Cheers,

[dab]

I was told by other rs6 owners that the cete module will void the suspension warranty, no go for me.

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I was told by other rs6 owners that the cete module will void the suspension warranty, no go for me.

Any modification of any kind has the potential for warranty implications. For any owner that does not want any possible impact on their factory warranty they should not modify their car at all, not even with genuine parts if they have a very strict dealership.

With that said some dealerships resell CETE suspension controllers and perform warranty work on those customer cars that have CETE suspension controllers.

As with any modification, a whole car warranty is never voided. This is not something that happens. If you have an engine tune on your car it can cause issues with your powertrain warranty which is separate of other warrantied areas of the car. Even if you do get flagged (TD1) for having something like an engine tune on your car you can have that rescinded by removing the engine tune, proving it and getting approval from AoA.

Some of this is dealership dependent. Some look past modifications. Some sell them and fit them. Some dealerships are not modification friendly and will report down anything they observe.

If you or any other owner fits a CETE suspension controller you have the ability to set lowering to Zero in every drive select mode and short of a tech noticing added plugs at the level senders they would be none the wiser unless they removed multiple undertray panels to find the CETE modules. So in many cases you can head into a standard service and no one is the wiser.

If you had a suspension issue that required a warranty replacement it would obviously be advisable to remove the CETE setup (1-2 hours) before going to a dealership to have that work done. Same goes for lowering links or even if you lower the car with the factory scan tool and an eagle eyed tech notices the car is lower than stock it could have warranty implications.

If never having an issue with a warranty is of a major concern then there are very few 100% safe modifications you can do to a car. I've seen aftermarket wheels be blamed for worn out control arm bushings by dealerships.

The CETE suspension controller is the #1 best selling product sold here and essentially never hear of warranty issues from customers. Have any questions or want further information don't hesitate to post or email: [email protected]

Cheers,