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Volkswagen Passat B6 coding: hidden features
Short answer: Our catalogue lists 23 features for the Volkswagen Passat B6 in 10 categories; the largest are lighting (8), access and locking (3) and screens and instruments (3). We work with ODIS, VCDS, VCP and OBDeleven. Whether a feature fits your car is confirmed at the diagnosis.
| Versions | Passat B6, Passat B6 Variant |
|---|---|
| Chassis | 3C |
| Model years | 2005-2010 |
| Features in the catalogue | 23 |
| Categories | 10 |
| With a condition (option or equipment needed) | 8 |
| Software | ODIS, VCDS, VCP and OBDeleven |
| Workshop | Rotterdam & Waddinxveen, by appointment |
For the Volkswagen Passat B6 (Passat B6, Passat B6 Variant; chassis 3C; model years 2005-2010) our catalogue lists 23 features in 10 categories. Below you see per category what we can switch on or retrofit.
Each feature shows how certain we are: “likely possible” means several independent sources confirm it; “checked at diagnosis” means it differs from car to car. Final compatibility is always confirmed at the diagnosis of your car.
Seven Tuning works in Rotterdam and Waddinxveen: the workshop is in Waddinxveen and serves Rotterdam and the surrounding area. Remote coding works anywhere in the Netherlands and abroad, when the job allows it.
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Lighting (8)
Coming home and leaving home
When you get out in the dark the lights stay on briefly, and they switch on when you unlock. Can also be set to use fog lights or xenons.
Automatic version requires a light sensor.
Coming home follow-me-home time
You decide how long the lights stay on after you get out.
Cornering lights via the fog lamps
When turning slowly or on full lock, the fog lamp on the inside of the turn lights up. You see kerbs and cyclists better.
Condition: Front fog lights
Daytime running lights via the fog lamps
On cars without separate daytime running lights, the fog lamps can work dimmed as DRL. Be seen better without low beam.
Variant and legal rules are discussed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Cars without separate DRL
Light sensor sensitivity
The automatic lights switch on earlier or later, for example already at dusk or in tunnels.
Condition: Light sensor
Brake lights flash in an emergency stop
In an emergency stop the brake lights or hazard lights flash, so traffic behind reacts faster.
Only works under hard braking above a certain speed.
Comfort-indicator flash count
One tap on the stalk flashes the indicator 3, 4 or 5 times. Pleasant when overtaking on the motorway.
Ambient lighting setup
Existing ambient lighting (doors, centre console, footwells) is activated or adjusted in brightness and, on Audis, made adjustable in the MMI.
Only if the lights are already fitted; otherwise a retrofit is needed.
Condition: Ambient light LEDs fitted
Access and locking (3)
Doors locking from a set speed
The doors lock automatically once you drive off above roughly 15 km/h. Reassuring in town and at traffic lights.
Doors unlock at switch-off or in P
After auto-locking, the doors unlock again as soon as you remove the key or, with DSG, select P.
Unlock the driver door first
One press unlocks only the driver door, a second press the whole vehicle. Safer in car parks and for vans with cargo in the back.
Screens and instruments (3)
Needle sweep at start-up
When you switch on the ignition, the speedometer and rev counter needles sweep to maximum and back once, just like on sports cars.
Correct the fuel consumption display
If the consumption shown in the trip computer differs from what you measure at the pump, the display is corrected so the numbers match.
Digital speed on the radio display
Your speed is shown digitally on the radio or MMI screen, alongside the analogue speedometer.
Condition: RCD 300
Comfort (2)
Windows and sunroof from the key
Holding the key button opens or closes all windows (and the sunroof). Handy to air the car on hot days or close everything at once.
Easy-entry driver seat
When you get out, the electric seat moves back a little and returns to your position when you start. Getting in becomes easier.
Only with an electric memory seat.
Condition: Electric memory seat fitted
Convenience (2)
Headlamp washers less often
The headlamp washers no longer spray with every windscreen wash but only after a set number. That saves washer fluid.
Condition: Headlamp washers
Service interval setting
After a service the reminder is reset, and the interval can be set to fixed or flexible (LongLife).
Climate (1)
Rear window heating stays on longer
The rear window heating stays on longer before switching off automatically. Nice in frost and wet winters.
Driving and performance (1)
Lighter or heavier steering
Power steering is set to another characteristic: lighter for town or heavier for a more direct feel.
Condition: Electromechanical steering
Retrofit (1)
Cruise control retrofit
A cruise control stalk or steering wheel buttons are fitted and the function is enabled in the engine control unit. Relaxed driving on long trips.
Not every engine software supports this; we check in advance.
Safety (1)
Seatbelt reminder – adjust
The seatbelt reminder can be adjusted, for example for the passenger seat when a bag or cargo often sits there.
Wearing seatbelts remains mandatory; the setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Sounds and chimes (1)
Beep when locking
A short chirp or horn tone confirms locking and unlocking, so you know the vehicle is shut.
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Frequently asked questions
Which versions does this page cover?
Passat B6, Passat B6 Variant, chassis 3C, model years 2005-2010.
Does my car need certain options?
For some features it does: 8 of the 23 features have a condition, such as specific equipment or a software version. We check it at the diagnosis before we switch anything on.
How do I request features?
Book through the website or send your plate number via WhatsApp, with the features you want. We tell you what is possible on your car.
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