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The Ultimate Audi A3 8V (Typ 8V) VCDS & OBDeleven Coding List

The Audi A3 8V (2012–2020) is one of the most popular premium compact cars on the road. Underneath the sharp looks, it runs on the MQB platform (shared with the Golf 7, Leon 5F, and Octavia 3). This means one thing: massive coding potential.

Whether you own a pre-facelift (2012–2016) or facelift (2016–2020) model, you can unlock hidden features using VCDS (Vag-Com) or OBDeleven.

Here is the complete, working coding list. Use at your own risk—always save a backup of your original coding. audi a3 8v coding list


2. Mirror Dip on Reverse (Passenger Side)

The passenger mirror automatically tilts down to show the curb when reversing.

  • Module: 52 – Door Elect, Passenger
  • Coding: Spiegelabsenkung bei RueckwaertsfahrtActive
  • Note: You must leave the mirror knob in the "Passenger" (R) position for this to work.

Mirror Dip in Reverse (Requires memory mirrors)

Effect: Passenger mirror tilts down when reversing to see the curb. The Ultimate Audi A3 8V (Typ 8V) VCDS

  • Module: 52 (Door Elect, Pass)
  • Coding: Byte 4, Bit 2 → Enable
  • How to use: Set mirror knob to "Passenger" position before reversing.

Adjust Coming Home Timer

Effect: Change how long the lights stay on after exiting.

  • Module: 09
  • Adaptation: (2)-Comfort illumination-Coming Home Verzoegerungszeit → Change to desired seconds (10–30s).

11. Change Country Code (For radio bands or LDW)

  • Module: 5F
  • Coding: Country code: GermanyUSA or Canada (Changes FM step and light assist rules)

8) Enable hidden menus / service menu in MMI or instrument cluster

  • Where: 5F (MMI) or 17 (cluster)
  • Effect: Access advanced diagnostics, version info, or tweaks (e.g., lane assist status).
  • Use: Helpful for troubleshooting; don’t change parameters you don’t understand.

13. Remote Window Operation (Up/Down with Key Fob)

Open/close all windows and sunroof by holding unlock/lock on the key fob. requires a full parameter byte change.

  • Module: 09 – Central Electrics
  • Adaptation:
    • Comfort opening → “Active”
    • Comfort closing → “Active”
    • (Optional) Comfort opening sunroof open → “Active”

Example: Enable Comfort Turn Signals (generic)

  • Module: 09-Central Electrics or 16-Steering wheel
  • Method: Long Coding → find byte with “Turn Signal 3x” bit → set bit to 1 → save → test single tap. (Exact byte differs by software version.)

Part 3: Facelift (8V FL – 2017+) Specific Settings

The 2017-2020 facelift introduced virtual cockpit and updated electronics. Here are unique codes:

  • Virtual Cockpit Layout: Module 17 → Adaptation → “Display configuration” → Change to “Sport” (RS3 layout) or “Dynamic”.
  • RS3 Splash Screen: Module 5F → Adaptation → “Startup screen” → Change to “Audi RS3”.
  • Ambient Lighting (30 Colors): For cars with factory LED interior lights. Module 09 → Adaptation channels (Ambience lighting) – too extensive for this list; requires a full parameter byte change.

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