Compiled Drive Select VAG-COM codes

[NPuter]

UPDATED 9/21/16

PRE FACELIFT

Big thanks to asm777 who posted this list in a thread on the S4 forum.
And, as always, thanks to DavidB8 for his continued research on this topic.

Here is the compiled list of codes for enabling Drive Select.

If you don't have MMI, you obviously do not have to do the MMI hidden menu stuff. - Just remember to set the adaptations to 3 (Dynamic) instead of 4 (Individual).
So, if you do not have MMI, you will not have the ability to switch between ADS modes. MMI systems can use the ADS Individual menu (with ADS set to Individual mode) to have control over the setting of each aspect of ADS.

If you have Nav, you have MMI. If you do not have Nav, you do not have MMI.


Hidden Menu: (only for MMI cars)

MMI Hidden Menu - Only for MMI equipped vehicles
[car] [cardevicelist] ; check "carisma"
[car] [carmenuoperation] ; change "carisma" from 0 to 5
Reset MMI - Setup/Scroll Wheel/Top Right

Coding:

[09 - Cent Elect.]

Byte 7 ; Bit 5 change 0 to 1

Byte 8 Bit 0 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine/Gearbox (Improved throttle response and puts tranny into "S" mode when "D" is selected)
Byte 8 Bit 1 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Dynamic Steering Stiffness (Definitely stiffens steering on my car - a lot)
Byte 8 Bit 2 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine (Improved throttle response)
Byte 8 Bit 3 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Suspension (useless for cars w/o ads suspension)
Byte 8 Bit 4 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Dynamic Steering Ratio (required hardware needed)
Byte 8 Bit 5 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Sports Differential (useless without sports diff installed)

Byte 17 ; Bit 7 change 0 to 1 (enable MMI display)

Byte 19 ; Bit 6 change 0 to 1 (enables correct lighting of ADS switch - only if ADS switch installed.

Adaptations:

[Security Access - 16] [Adaptation - 10] ; Channel 63 ; Change to [see below]
[Security Access - 16] [Adaptation - 10] ; Channel 64 ; Change to [see below]
[Security Access - 16] [Adaptation - 10] ; Channel 65 ; Change to [see below]
[Security Access - 16] [Adaptation - 10] ; Channel 66 ; Change to [see below]
(all four channels must have the same value!!)

1 = Comfort
2 = Auto (Factory default)
3 = Dynamic - (Use this mode if you do not have MMI)
4 = Individual (Activates MMI "Individual" menu - Use this mode if you have MMI)

Byte/Bit guide:





FACELIFT

An Important update on coding for FL cars (A4/A5/Q5)!

I've been trying to get retro-fitted ADS to work since end of 2012. Changes in Throttle and Gearbox response have been noticeable, but not Steering. With this new code Steering response is changing as well. FINALLY got it to function 100%!
Instead in byte 8, steering needs to be activated in Byte 11, bit 7. Source: http://www.audisport-iberica.com/for...t-by-marrones/



Complete coding for cars without MMI

address 09:
Byte 7 bit 5 Change 0 to 1 - Activates ADS
Byte 8 Bit 0 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Gearbox response difference in various ADS modes (only for Automatic transmission cars, otherwise leave as 0)
Byte 8 Bit 2 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Throttle response difference in various ADS modes
Byte 8 Bit 3 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Suspension (requires electro-adjustable shocks installed as hardware , otherwise leave as 0)
Byte 8 Bit 4 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Dynamic Steering Ratio (requires special steering rack with variable turning ratio installed as hardware, otherwise leave as 0)
Byte 8 Bit 5 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Sports Differential (required special differential installed as a hardware, otherwise leave as 0 )
Byte 11 Bit 7 Change 0 to 1 - Enable steering response difference in various ADS modes
Security access 20113, adaptation channel 66 -> change to 46 to enable Efficiency Mode.

address 44:
Byte 03, Bit 0, Change 0 to 1 - Enable ADS in steering module



Cars with MMI


address 09:
Byte 7 bit 5 Change 0 to 1 - Activates ADS
Byte 8 Bit 0 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Gearbox response difference in various ADS modes (only for Automatic transmission cars, otherwise leave as 0)
Byte 8 Bit 2 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Throttle response difference in various ADS modes
Byte 8 Bit 3 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Suspension (requires electro-adjustable shocks installed as hardware , otherwise leave as 0)
Byte 8 Bit 4 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Dynamic Steering Ratio (requires special steering rack with variable turning ratio installed as hardware, otherwise leave as 0)
Byte 8 Bit 5 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Sports Differential (required special differential installed as a hardware, otherwise leave as 0 )
Byte 11 Bit 7 Change 0 to 1 - Enable steering response difference in various ADS modes
Byte 17 Bit 7 Change 0 to 1 - Enables ADS in the MMI Display
Security access 20113, adaptation channel 66 -> change to 47 to enable efficiency

address 44:
Byte 03, Bit 0, Change 0 to 1 - Enable ADS in steering module

Hidden Menu:
car -> cardevicelist -> charisma - Check
car -> carmenuoperation -> charisma - Change from 0 to 5

[DavidB8]

My Version:
MMI setting is same as above and pretty straight forward.

09-Central electric:
[Long Coding] Byte 7, bit 2, change 0 to 1
[Long Coding] Byte 7, bit 5, change 0 to 1

MMI Menu Items:
Byte 8 Bit 0 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine/Gearbox (use if bit 2 doesn't work)
Byte 8 Bit 1 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Dynamic Steering (use if bit 4 doesn't work)
Byte 8 Bit 2 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine
Byte 8 Bit 3 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Suspension
Byte 8 Bit 4 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Steering
Byte 8 Bit 5 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Sports Differential

Byte 17, bit 7, change 0 to 1

Adaptation:
The adaptation coding sets the default setting for the ADS system. This is useful for anyone that has ADS and doesn't want to have to change the setting every time they get in the car. By changing all of the settings to Individual the car will look to the MMI If equipped for what it should be set as. This allows you to set different settings for each component. If you have a Non MMI car you have to hard code your setting to something specific but can install the buttons if you want to change the settings without having to go back in with VCDS.

Adaptaion For MMI set to 4, for all others use the chart to decide which you prefer to have:
1 = Comfort
2 = Auto (Factory default)
3 = Dynamic
4 = Individual (Only for MMI or buttons installed)

Channel 63 -> Change to 1-4
Channel 64 -> Change to 1-4
Channel 65 -> Change to 1-4
Channel 66 -> Change to 1-4

[NPuter]

My Version:
MMI setting is same as above and pretty straight forward.

09-Central electric:
[Long Coding] Byte 7, bit 2, change 0 to 1
[Long Coding] Byte 7, bit 5, change 0 to 1

MMI Menu Items:
Byte 8 Bit 0 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine/Gearbox (use if bit 2 doesn't work)
Byte 8 Bit 1 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Dynamic Steering (use if bit 4 doesn't work)
Byte 8 Bit 2 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine
Byte 8 Bit 3 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Suspension
Byte 8 Bit 4 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Steering
Byte 8 Bit 5 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Sports Differential

Byte 17, bit 7, change 0 to 1

Adaptation:
The adaptation coding sets the default setting for the ADS system. This is useful for anyone that has ADS and doesn't want to have to change the setting every time they get in the car. By changing all of the settings to Individual the car will look to the MMI If equipped for what it should be set as. This allows you to set different settings for each component. If you have a Non MMI car you have to hard code your setting to something specific but can install the buttons if you want to change the settings without having to go back in with VCDS.

Adaptaion For MMI set to 4, for all others use the chart to decide which you prefer to have:
1 = Comfort
2 = Auto (Factory default)
3 = Dynamic
4 = Individual (Only for MMI or buttons installed)

Channel 63 -> Change to 1-4
Channel 64 -> Change to 1-4
Channel 65 -> Change to 1-4
Channel 66 -> Change to 1-4

Thanks David. What does Byte 7, bit 2 do?
This worked on both of our cars without that code...

Oh, I just want to add that Byte 19 Bit 6 enables the correct lighting on the ADS switch...

[TexasEric]

Will any of this change if we decide to try an ADS-switch DIY (on an AMI system)? I still have my eye on David's ADS teaser here: Some Updates and Goings On. I am so tempted to jump into that one with just the few hints given.

[NPuter]

Will any of this change if we decide to try an ADS-switch DIY (on an AMI system)? I still have my eye on David's ADS teaser here: Some Updates and Goings On. I am so tempted to jump into that one with just the few hints given.

no - these are the correct codes with or without the ADS switch.
Byte 7, bit 5 tells the car that ADS is enabled and your switch is installed. Without the switch, you will get a "Charisma switch" warning.
So far, it seems like you cannot enable ADS without the switch and not get that warning. It doesn't matter through, it still works, but you just can't switch between modes.

Installing the switch is fairly straightforward. You need to order the switch and the accompanying trim piece that goes around the shifter. Replace that (it doesn't involve the removal of the center console) and tap the wires at the air unit (Voltage, LIN BUS, and Ground).

Try out the codes - it is easy now that we have a cohesive list.

Oh, and i don't want to seem like an ass, but our radio is not called AMI - it is just the standard radio/non-MMI. AMI = Audi Music Interface, which is present on both MMI and non-MMI cars...

[TexasEric]

Good to know!

Oh, and i don't want to seem like an ass, but our radio is not called AMI - it is just the standard radio/non-MMI. AMI = Audi Music Interface, which is present on both MMI and non-MMI cars...

Not taken that way at all. I have seen people argue the naming convention over and over. But now that you called me out on it, I can't quietly edit my post and not look like a doofus.

[Pared]

NPuter,

So if you can't switch modes, how do you know which setting is enabled? And how would you change it without the switch - through MMI?

[NPuter]

NPuter,

So if you can't switch modes, how do you know which setting is enabled? And how would you change it without the switch - through MMI?

Adaptations 63-66 tell it what mode the car defaults to when started...

1 = Comfort
2 = Auto (Factory default)
3 = Dynamic
4 = Individual (Only for MMI or buttons installed)

If you have MMI (the real MMI 2G or 3G) you can set those channels to 4 and adjust the settings for Steering and Engine in the MMI...
The non MMI radio does not have the ability to change the settings of the individual mode, so you have to pick either auto, comfort, or dynamic. You can also install the buttons (which is what I'm going to do) to switch between modes.

[asm777]

Thanks David. What does Byte 7, bit 2 do?
This worked on both of our cars without that code...

Oh, I just want to add that Byte 19 Bit 6 enables the correct lighting on the ADS switch...

Just saw this thread and wondering what Byte 7 bit 2 does as well! Hope David sees this when he gets back. =)

[Pared]

Adaptations 63-66 tell it what mode the car defaults to when started...

1 = Comfort
2 = Auto (Factory default)
3 = Dynamic
4 = Individual (Only for MMI or buttons installed)

If you have MMI (the real MMI 2G or 3G) you can set those channels to 4 and adjust the settings for Steering and Engine in the MMI...
The non MMI radio does not have the ability to change the settings of the individual mode, so you have to pick either auto, comfort, or dynamic. You can also install the buttons (which is what I'm going to do) to switch between modes.

Oh wow - thanks for the info. This is awesome.

Something I want to do - for sure. If you figure out part #'s and the such, please don't forget to update this thread! :)

[audi_s5]

David, from what I read servotronic steering is byte 8 bit 1 0>1 and dynamic steering is byte 8 bit 4 0>1

[NPuter]

David, from what I read servotronic steering is byte 8 bit 2 0>1 and dynamic steering is byte 8 bit 4 0>1

Where did you hear this? I'm pretty sure we have it correctly labeled. Byte 8 bit 2 is definitely engine, and I'm pretty sure byte 8 bit 4 is servotronic steering.
We don't have dynamic steering, correct? Because enabling byte 8 bit 4 definitely stiffens my steering...

[audi_s5]

my error I mean byte 8 bit 1 corrected earlier post above

post # 183

http://www.a5oc.com/forums/a5-s5-top...ge-audi-7.html

[DavidB8]

Ok Byte 7 Bit 2.. Have no idea, I just know it came up as part of ADS coding a while ago. I believe it threw some sort of ADS error when it was enabled without everything else. I've been through a lot of coding and haven't looked at the ADS for a long time so take away from it what you need I guess. If it doesn't make a difference leave it off.

As far as the steering type being determined by the bit.. Calling bullshit on this one.. I have the coding of an ADS equipped car with every option including the Diff and he has both of the steering bits enabled from factory. So we'll need to go back to the drawing board on what is what. Lets just say you need what ever will activate activated :D

[NPuter]

I set all the adaptations to 1 (comfort) this morning and immediately noticed lighter steering. I am going to set it back to 4 when I return home to further confirm this...
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[neptunesfinest]

My Version:
MMI setting is same as above and pretty straight forward.

09-Central electric:
[Long Coding] Byte 7, bit 2, change 0 to 1
[Long Coding] Byte 7, bit 5, change 0 to 1

MMI Menu Items:
Byte 8 Bit 0 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine/Gearbox (use if bit 2 doesn't work)
Byte 8 Bit 1 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Dynamic Steering (use if bit 4 doesn't work)
Byte 8 Bit 2 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine
Byte 8 Bit 3 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Suspension
Byte 8 Bit 4 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Steering
Byte 8 Bit 5 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Sports Differential

Byte 17, bit 7, change 0 to 1

Adaptation:
The adaptation coding sets the default setting for the ADS system. This is useful for anyone that has ADS and doesn't want to have to change the setting every time they get in the car. By changing all of the settings to Individual the car will look to the MMI If equipped for what it should be set as. This allows you to set different settings for each component. If you have a Non MMI car you have to hard code your setting to something specific but can install the buttons if you want to change the settings without having to go back in with VCDS.

Adaptaion For MMI set to 4, for all others use the chart to decide which you prefer to have:
1 = Comfort
2 = Auto (Factory default)
3 = Dynamic
4 = Individual (Only for MMI or buttons installed)

Channel 63 -> Change to 1-4
Channel 64 -> Change to 1-4
Channel 65 -> Change to 1-4
Channel 66 -> Change to 1-4

Originally I couldn't get this to work because I didn't bother with any of the coding for enabling the MMI menu items (since I have symphony). For me, I needed to enable byte 8 bit 0 for engine/gearbox to work and bit 1 for steering to work. I have servotronic steering and auto trans. Since I have non-mmi I think those 2 bits are for enabling the feature rather than for displaying them in the MMI. At least for my car. The steering was noticeably different as soon as I enabled bit 1. Also, after enabling bit 0, the DIS displays the gears as S1-S6 when I select D so I know that's the bit that did it. Just posting this to help others who may not be able to get this to work.

[NPuter]

Originally I couldn't get this to work because I didn't bother with any of the coding for enabling the MMI menu items (since I have symphony). For me, I needed to enable byte 8 bit 0 for engine/gearbox to work and bit 1 for steering to work. I have servotronic steering and auto trans. Since I have non-mmi I think those 2 bits are for enabling the feature rather than for displaying them in the MMI. At least for my car. The steering was noticeably different as soon as I enabled bit 1. Also, after enabling bit 0, the DIS displays the gears as S1-S6 when I select D so I know that's the bit that did it. Just posting this to help others who may not be able to get this to work.

Really interesting... I think you figured it out... I thought I noticed a difference with the bits I used, but I really want to try out your combo of 0 and 1...

Ill report back later.

Thanks!

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[DavidB8]

I think that's why I posted to use 0 and 1 if the others didn't work. I recall the first time I made the change I didn't feel any difference and then when I enabled 0 and 1 my steering showed a difference.

[neptunesfinest]

I think that's why I posted to use 0 and 1 if the others didn't work. I recall the first time I made the change I didn't feel any difference and then when I enabled 0 and 1 my steering showed a difference.

Yea I was just pointing out for those who don't have MMI they still need to set those bits. You have them listed under the coding to activate MMI menu items so I didn't think they were needed for non-MMI cars. It appears that they are needed regardless.

[NPuter]

Yea I was just pointing out for those who don't have MMI they still need to set those bits. You have them listed under the coding to activate MMI menu items so I didn't think they were needed for non-MMI cars. It appears that they are needed regardless.

They way I view it is those bits do two things: activate the MMI menu and enable the drive select features...

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[NPuter]

I just tried steering bit 1 and... wow! What a difference.

I also tried engine/gearbox bit 0 and my tranny goes in to S when D is selected - I do not want this because I can always choose S when I want it. I left engine bit 2 enabled because I think it improves throttle response without changing the transmission mode...

Overall, I am really happy I am definitely going to install the buttons - does anyone have the P/N for nonMMI (David)? My ETKA is on the fritz. I would not want my steering to be this firm all the time (even though it is not even close to the firmness of the steering on the R8 ).

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[DavidB8]

Switches MMI High

The switches you need will be based on what other options you have or will be installing in your car. The default location for the ESP switch is on the left but gets moved to the right when you install the ADS switches in the proper location. You can not reuse your ESP switch as they are shaped differently for left and right. Now if you want to save some money you can just order the right hand drive version of the ADS switch and save buying a new ESP switch. Since I was installing the front parking and the rear blind I needed all new switches so I got the proper LHD ones.

ADS switch:
8K1 959 673 E V10 (LHD)
8K2 959 674 E V10 (RHD)

ESP Only Switch:
8K2 959 674

ESP and Parking:
8K2 959 674 A

ESP and Blind:
8K2 959 674 B

ESP, Parking and Blind:
8K2 959 674 C

Switches MMI Low (Symphony/Concert)

From What I can tell you only need to order the ADS switch and not both like the MMI High unit.

ADS switch:
8K0 959 673 E V10

Wiring for Switches

3 Pin plug 1C0 973 119 B
2 x wires for 3 pin plug 000 979 009 E

[NPuter]

Thanks David - I believe I also need the part number for the new trim piece to accommodate the switch...?

[DavidB8]

There aren't blanking plates there? I thought you just had to remove something. I'll check for you.

[DavidB8]

As luck would have it it lists 2... One says with radio remote locks and the other "keyless entry". I assume the later is advanced key.

Option 1 Radio controlled locks : 8K0 864 261 B V10
Option 2 Key-less entry: 8K0 864 261 C V10

$75.00 from genuine.. Works out cheaper than ebay.. Scary,

[NPuter]

As luck would have it it lists 2... One says with radio remote locks and the other "keyless entry". I assume the later is advanced key.

Option 1 Radio controlled locks : 8K0 864 261 B V10
Option 2 Key-less entry: 8K0 864 261 C V10

That would make sense - Keyless entry has the hole for the start/stop button and the normal locks do not...

Thanks again!

[asm777]

I just tried steering bit 1 and... wow! What a difference.

I also tried engine/gearbox bit 0 and my tranny goes in to S when D is selected - I do not want this because I can always choose S when I want it. I left engine bit 2 enabled because I think it improves throttle response without changing the transmission mode...

Finally had a chance to try the steering change using bit 1 (instead of 4) and I think this is what I was missing. What I thought was the effect of bit 4 must have all been in my head!

Regarding the bit 0 vs. bit 2 for the engine/gearbox, I (and even my wife in her Q5) definitely feel a much better throttle response with bit 2 enabled. This is true in both D and S modes. So, maybe bit 0 puts you in S mode all the time (car operates at higher RPMs) while bit 2 enables you to get better reaction with each push of the accelerator pedal regardless of whether you are in D or S?

Lastly, I guess Byte 7 Bit 2 shall remain a mystery? =)

[NPuter]

Finally had a chance to try the steering change using bit 1 (instead of 4) and I think this is what I was missing. What I thought was the effect of bit 4 must have all been in my head!

Regarding the bit 0 vs. bit 2 for the engine/gearbox, I (and even my wife in her Q5) definitely feel a much better throttle response with bit 2 enabled. This is true in both D and S modes. So, maybe bit 0 puts you in S mode all the time (car operates at higher RPMs) while bit 2 enables you to get better reaction with each push of the accelerator pedal regardless of whether you are in D or S?

Lastly, I guess Byte 7 Bit 2 shall remain a mystery? =)

This summarizes my sentiments perfectly. Steering bit 1 definitely stiffens the steering significantly.. I guess I was imagining the change with bit 4 before...
I am still on Engine bit 2 and think I feel improved throttle response - it definitely is not as noticeable as the steering.
I also believe you are right on the differences between engine bit 0 and engine bit 2 - 0 puts you into S all the time, and 2 gives you better throttle response without being in S...

[jkulas]

I am very interested in pursuing the coding changes to stiffen/sharpen the steering of my 2011 A4. I traded in my '08 A4 that had very precise steering. I can barely stand to drive my new one on the highway as it feels loose and sloppy. I don't believe it's an alignment issue because when I take my hands off the wheel, the car goes straight as an arrow.

My car is 2011 A4, Premium Plus, 18" Sport Package, B&O stereo

Please forgive my ignorance. I am not a mechanic at all but you guys have my interest piqued with the VCDS and the coding changes to activate the dynamic steering on my car.

Some questions for us not already in the know:

1) Is it possible to change the steering on my specific car? I don't have Nav/MMI. I only have and AMI screen (non-Navigation). Will this still work?
2) If I invest in a VCDS, is it straight-forward? I see the specific coding settings posted here, but does the tool walk you through it? Just reading the postings, it seems like another language. I would need step by step instructions :)
3) If I mess it up, is there a "reset to factory" feature?
4) If this isn't something for the average lay person to tackle, does anyone know of someone or a shop in the Phoenix area that I could go to and have this done?

Thank you in advance for your assistance!

Jeff in Phoenix area

[jkulas]

Big thanks to asm777 who posted this list in a thread on the S4 forum.

Here is the compiled list of codes for enabling Drive Select.

If you don't have MMI, you obviously do not have to do the MMI hidden menu stuff. - Just remember to set the adaptations to 3 (Dynamic) instead of 4 (Individual).



I met up with Topgun008 earlier today and got this working on his S4 (with 3G MMI) - I also notice a difference on my car (however, I do not have the ability to switch between modes).
It would be nice to see if anyone else notices a difference.

MMI Hidden Menu
[car] [cardevicelist] -> check "carisma"
[car] [carmenuoperation] -> change "carisma" from 0 to 5
Reset MMI - Setup/Scroll Wheel/Top Right

[09 - Cent Elect.]
Byte 7 -> Bit 5 change 0 to 1

Byte 8 Bit 0 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine/Gearbox (Improved throttle response and puts tranny into "S" mode when "D" is selected)
Byte 8 Bit 1 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Dynamic Steering (Definitely stiffens steering on my car - a lot)
Byte 8 Bit 2 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Engine (Improved throttle response - Not completely sure if I can feel a significant change)
Byte 8 Bit 3 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Suspension (useless for cars w/o ads suspension)
Byte 8 Bit 4 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Steering (not quite sure, doesn't really affect steering on my car)
Byte 8 Bit 5 Change 0 to 1 - Enable Sports Differential (useless without sports diff installed)

Byte 17 -> Bit 7 change 0 to 1 (enable MMI display)

[Security Access - 16] [Adaptation - 10] -> Channel 63 -> Change to [see below]
[Security Access - 16] [Adaptation - 10] -> Channel 64 -> Change to [see below]
[Security Access - 16] [Adaptation - 10] -> Channel 65 -> Change to [see below]
[Security Access - 16] [Adaptation - 10] -> Channel 66 -> Change to [see below]
(all four channels must have the same value)

1 = Comfort
2 = Auto (Factory default)
3 = Dynamic
4 = Individual (Only for MMI)

I am very interested in pursuing the coding changes to stiffen/sharpen the steering of my 2011 A4. I traded in my '08 A4 that had very precise steering. I can barely stand to drive my new one on the highway as it feels loose and sloppy. I don't believe it's an alignment issue because when I take my hands off the wheel, the car goes straight as an arrow.

My car is 2011 A4, Premium Plus, 18" Sport Package, B&O stereo

Please forgive my ignorance. I am not a mechanic at all but you guys have my interest piqued with the VCDS and the coding changes to activate the dynamic steering on my car.

Some questions for us not already in the know:

1) Is it possible to change the steering on my specific car? I don't have Nav/MMI. I only have and AMI screen (non-Navigation). Will this still work?
2) If I invest in a VCDS, is it straight-forward? I see the specific coding settings posted here, but does the tool walk you through it? Just reading the postings, it seems like another language. I would need step by step instructions :)
3) If I mess it up, is there a "reset to factory" feature?
4) If this isn't something for the average lay person to tackle, does anyone know of someone or a shop in the Phoenix area that I could go to and have this done?

Thank you in advance for your assistance!

Jeff in Phoenix area

[NPuter]

I am very interested in pursuing the coding changes to stiffen/sharpen the steering of my 2011 A4. I traded in my '08 A4 that had very precise steering. I can barely stand to drive my new one on the highway as it feels loose and sloppy. I don't believe it's an alignment issue because when I take my hands off the wheel, the car goes straight as an arrow.

My car is 2011 A4, Premium Plus, 18" Sport Package, B&O stereo

Please forgive my ignorance. I am not a mechanic at all but you guys have my interest piqued with the VCDS and the coding changes to activate the dynamic steering on my car.

Some questions for us not already in the know:

1) Is it possible to change the steering on my specific car? I don't have Nav/MMI. I only have and AMI screen (non-Navigation). Will this still work?
2) If I invest in a VCDS, is it straight-forward? I see the specific coding settings posted here, but does the tool walk you through it? Just reading the postings, it seems like another language. I would need step by step instructions :)
3) If I mess it up, is there a "reset to factory" feature?
4) If this isn't something for the average lay person to tackle, does anyone know of someone or a shop in the Phoenix area that I could go to and have this done?

Thank you in advance for your assistance!

Jeff in Phoenix area

1) Yes.
2) It definitely does not walk you through it lol - You have to navigate to the module where you want to make the changes, open the coding, navigate to the correct place, and modify the coding based on what you want to do - here is what it looks like

I'm not going to go in depth describing how to use Vag-Com. That is not what this thread is for - there are other threads dedicated to that.
3) Another Vag-Com question. No - there is no button labeled "reset to factory". Before you changing your coding, copy the original so you can always go back to it.
4) You need to become familiar with using Vag-Com, but it is not hard and once you do, it will be simple. Just play around with it, it becomes very straight forward once you have it in front of you. The only thing that is counter intuitive is the numbering sequence on the bytes/bits, but see my screenshot for an explanation.

[DavidB8]

I spent a few minutes updating my write up today since this one keeps popping up. I'll try and get it done soon. I need to take some new screen shots and stuff though. Please do not use part numbers and information I post to specific questions. It looks like they updated the parts for cars made passed mid year in 2010.

[jkulas]

1) Yes.
2) It definitely does not walk you through it lol - You have to navigate to the module where you want to make the changes, open the coding, navigate to the correct place, and modify the coding based on what you want to do - here is what it looks like

I'm not going to go in depth describing how to use Vag-Com. That is not what this thread is for - there are other threads dedicated to that.
3) Another Vag-Com question. No - there is no button labeled "reset to factory". Before you changing your coding, copy the original so you can always go back to it.
4) You need to become familiar with using Vag-Com, but it is not hard and once you do, it will be simple. Just play around with it, it becomes very straight forward once you have it in front of you. The only thing that is counter intuitive is the numbering sequence on the bytes/bits, but see my screenshot for an explanation.

Nick, thank you so much for the extra details. I really appreciate it!

Jeff

[jkulas]

I spent a few minutes updating my write up today since this one keeps popping up. I'll try and get it done soon. I need to take some new screen shots and stuff though. Please do not use part numbers and information I post to specific questions. It looks like they updated the parts for cars made passed mid year in 2010.

I'm looking forward to any screenshots and instructions you may have. Thank you!

Jeff

[EuroEclipse]

I'll have it soon but I wont be posting any technical information on Audizine anymore. Do to a recent issue I will no longer be providing any technical support on forum posts or post completed projects or DIY's. I will continue to update my website though and be a general nuisance on the board. :)

What happened? PM me if you don't want to post it.

[DavidB8]

Don't worry I will still help people, I just don't want any of my technical information posted on Audizine forums.

[c99]

I'll have it soon but I wont be posting any technical information on Audizine anymore. Do to a recent issue I will no longer be providing any technical support on forum posts or post completed projects or DIY's. I will continue to update my website though and be a general nuisance on the board. :)

In other words, You said: "I have collected all technical information I needed from forum members and now is the time to make money from it".

[DavidB8]

You have a lot of nerve. How about I make a point of making sure you never get a single moment of my time or help. Now bang your head off a wall before I come do it for you.

90% of all my work comes with no help or input from the forum. so go screw yourself.

It's people like you that screw the rest and make me not share anything. If you had half a brain you notice I just posted a link on how to do all this coding and get the buttons started.

[a4_bob]

That's pretty juvenile c99. David's a true enthusiast and hacker (in the good exploratory sense of the term). He gives way more than he receives. Without his contributions, I'd have never gotten into mod'ing my Audi (the vcds tweaks were my intro) and there'd be a lot less going on here. It's unfortunate that things have gotten messy but please don't throw ignorant pot-shots.

[TexasEric]

In other words, You said: "I have collected all technical information I needed from forum members and now is the time to make money from it".

Wow... For being a member since 2009, you really have no clue, do you?? How about YOU? This forum has yet to see you contribute with anything near the quality and content of David. Take a look in the mirror before you start to make silly, inappropriate comments.