Volkswagen Passat B7 Hidden Features & Coding
Volkswagen Passat B7 · 2010-2015 · coding in GaziantepThere are 26 hidden features that can be enabled in software on the Volkswagen Passat B7. At Nero Performance in Gaziantep we work on lighting, safety, instrument cluster. The entries listed apply to cars in the 2010-2015 model year range. There are also 1 software service on record.
Hidden features
26 records
Lighting
American-style parking light
The front indicator lamps are made to stay on continuously like parking lights.
Strobing brake light and hazard warning under emergency braking
When hard braking is applied the brake lights flash like a strobe and the hazard warning lights come on.
Setting the rear indicators as American parking lights
The rear indicator lamps stay permanently on like parking lights; it cannot be enabled on 2009 models and, according to the source, it does not pass the technical inspection.
Coming-Home (cars without a light sensor)
On cars without a light sensor, Coming Home lighting is enabled and triggered by a single flash of the high beam when getting out of the car.
Coming Home / Leaving Home working with the parking lights and fog lights
The Coming Home and Leaving Home lighting is provided through the parking lights and fog lights instead of the low beam.
hardware requiredMaking Coming Home automatic
On cars with a light sensor the Coming Home function is set to work automatically.
hardware requiredCornering-sensitive fog light
When the steering wheel is turned, the fog light on the side of the turn comes on and lights the inside of the corner.
hardware requiredInner section of the rear parking lights coming on when braking
When the brake pedal is pressed the inner section of the rear parking lights also lights up; it cannot be enabled on 2009 models.
Front fog lights coming on when reverse gear is engaged
When reverse gear is engaged at night the front fog lights come on and provide illumination during the manoeuvre.
hardware requiredComfort indicator count setting
The number of flashes given by a light touch of the stalk is set to 4 or 5.
Fog lights coming on with the headlight flash
When the headlights are flashed, the fog lights come on as well.
hardware requiredDaytime running light switching off when indicating
When the indicator is used the daytime running light on that side goes out, making the indicator more visible.
Tail lights and indicators flashing together
The brake lights and the indicators flash at the same time; it cannot be enabled on 2009 models and, according to the source, it does not pass the technical inspection.
Permanently lit rear parking lights
With the light stalk in the "0" or "Auto" position, the rear parking lights stay on continuously.
Daytime running light setting from the trip computer
An option to switch the daytime running lights on and off is added to the trip computer menu.
Windows / Mirrors
Mirror folding from the remote
On cars with electrically folding mirrors the mirrors fold with the remote control.
hardware requiredClosing the windows and sunroof with the remote
When the lock button on the remote control is held for 2 seconds all open windows and the sunroof close.
Instrument Cluster
Additional fuel gauge
The trip computer shows the amount of fuel needed to fill the tank in litres.
Instrument cluster greeting
When the ignition is switched on the instrument needles sweep to the end of the scale and return; it can only be enabled on cars built after June 2012.
After June 2012
Safety
Seat belt warning deactivation
The warning that comes on when the seat belt is not fastened is disabled.
Bringing the TSC system into service
The trailer stability control (TSC) system is activated.
Strengthening the XDS locking differential
The XDS electronic differential lock is adapted to work more effectively.
Strengthening hill-start assist
The hill start assistance (Hill Hold) is adapted to be stronger and to stay engaged for longer.
Locking / Keys
Door lock confirmation sound with DWA
On cars with the original alarm an audible confirmation is given when the doors are locked and unlocked.
hardware required
Multimedia
Driving School feature
The instantaneous speed and indicator status are shown on the multimedia display; it can only be enabled on RCD 310 head units.
Video playback while driving
On units with video playback support, video can also be watched while the car is moving.
Software services
1 record
Lighting
Registering the LED number plate bulb
Retrofitted LED number plate bulbs are registered to the car so that the bulb failure warning is eliminated.
hardware required
Coding in Gaziantep
To have hidden features and coding carried out on a Volkswagen Passat B7 in Gaziantep, get in touch with Nero Performance.