Hidden features and retrofits for the Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle / Multivan (SG) 2015–2019
30 features for the Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle / Multivan (SG) 2015–2019: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.
Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.
Display 3
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto activation
Your phone on the car screen via the USB cable: navigation, music and messages in a familiar layout.
Depends on the infotainment type; we check this first.
Condition: Composition Media / Discover Media with App-Connect hardware
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Needle sweep at start-up
At start-up the speedometer and rev counter needles sweep fully out and back once, just like on sports cars.
Only visible with analogue gauges.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Refuelled amount on the display
After refuelling, the instrument cluster shows how many litres were added, so you can easily check your fuel receipt.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Lighting 7
Cornering lights via the fog lamps
When turning or steering at low speed, the fog light on that side switches on, so you see where you are going in the dark.
Only with front fog lamps.
Condition: Front fog lights
Likely15 minPrice on request
Daytime running lights – Auto position only
The daytime running lights then only come on with the light switch in Auto. We discuss in the workshop what suits your car.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop
Daytime running lights – adjust in menu
The daytime running lights appear as a setting in the vehicle menu, so their behaviour can be chosen deliberately. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Daytime running lights – off with parking brake
The daytime running lights go out when the parking brake is applied, for example while waiting on a driveway. They come back on when you drive off.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop
Motorway light – activation speed
Sets from which speed the headlights automatically switch to motorway mode for a longer beam.
Condition: Light/rain sensor
Likely15 minPrice on request
Poor-weather / all-weather lights
Releasing the fog-like dip or all-weather mode on matrix or LED headlamps that already have that mode in software. Without the right lamps we will not code an extra beam.
Checked at diagnosisPrice on request
Coming/leaving home with fog lights
When unlocking or locking, the fog lights or rear lights light up as well as the headlights, so you see more around the car in the dark.
Only with factory-fitted fog lights.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Comfort 5
Comfort-indicator flash count
A short tap on the indicator stalk gives the number of flashes you prefer, for example five instead of three when changing lanes.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Windows and sunroof via the key
Holding the button on the key opens or closes all windows (and the sunroof) at once. Nice for airing the car on hot days.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Mirrors folding on lock
The door mirrors fold in automatically when you lock the car with the key and fold out again when you unlock. Handy in narrow streets and car parks.
Only possible if the mirrors fold electrically.
Condition: Electrically folding mirrors fitted
Likely15 minPrice on request
Remember seat heating
The car remembers the last seat-heating level and switches it back on after starting, within the time window the manufacturer allows.
Condition: Heated seats
Likely15 minPrice on request
Extra wipe after washing
A few seconds after washing, the wipers make one more sweep so no drips are left running down the windscreen.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Convenience 5
Doors locking from a set speed
The doors lock automatically once you drive off above a low speed and unlock again when you switch off the engine.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Mirror dip on reverse
When you select reverse, the passenger mirror tilts down so you can see the kerb. It returns once you drive off.
Depends on mirror and door module version.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Service interval setting
After servicing we reset the service reminder correctly and set the right interval (fixed or flexible).
Likely15 minPrice on request
SFD release for protected modules
Newer VAG models only allow coding after an online release per module. We arrange that session, for which the car must be online; if the release does not come through the function cannot be coded and we charge nothing for the attempt.
Checked at diagnosisPrice on request
Start-stop – remember last setting
The car remembers whether you had switched the start-stop system off, so you do not need to press the button on every trip. The final setting is agreed together.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Start-stop fitted
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Access 2
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.
Likely15 minPrice on request
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.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Audio 1
Hide the AM band
The AM band, which is hardly used in the Netherlands, disappears from the radio menu. Searching and switching is quicker.
Condition: Discover Media
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Sound 1
Acoustic lock confirmation
A short tone when locking and/or unlocking confirms that the car really is locked.
Requires alarm siren or suitable horn.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Safety 2
Brake lights flash in an emergency stop
In an emergency stop the brake lights flash rapidly so traffic behind you is warned earlier.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Seatbelt reminder – adjust
The seatbelt reminder can be set differently, for example for work where you often get in and out briefly. We discuss which setting suits you in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Performance 1
DCC damping in Individual
Giving the adaptive dampers their own setting in Individual instead of tying them to Comfort or Sport. Only works with factory DCC; you cannot code this onto passive dampers.
Checked at diagnosisPrice on request
Retrofit 3
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.
Checked at diagnosis90 minPrice on request
LED number plate lights without error
After fitting LED number plate lights, bulb monitoring is adjusted so no "bulb failure" message appears.
Use only E-approved LED lamps.
Likely30 minPrice on request
Rear-view camera retrofit
A genuine rear-view camera with guidelines on the infotainment screen, coded as if fitted at the factory.
Price and feasibility after checking your equipment.
Condition: Composition Media / Discover Media
Checked at diagnosis120 minPrice on request
Services 1
Workshop services for the same Build. Without a price: price on request.