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Codings & hidden features

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Skoda Octavia II (1Z)

2004–2013 · PQ35

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Skoda Octavia II (1Z) (2004–2013): this page lists 7 codings and hidden features, on the PQ35 platform.

Categories: Retrofit (2), Lighting (2), Comfort (1), Dashboard (1), Service (1). Tools: VCDS (7). By difficulty: 6 medium and 1 easy.

These are the shared codings of the PQ35 platform.

Open any entry to see the control unit and the steps. Read the disclaimer at the bottom of the page before coding.

7 codings

RNS510 / RCD510 / RPN315 Head Unit Retrofit & CAN Gateway SwapPreventing battery drain when installing a newer head unit by swapping the Gateway.RetrofitMediumVCDS
Module19 – CAN Gateway / 37 – Navigation / 56 – Radio

Steps

  1. Replace the Gateway with revision 'K' or newer (e.g. 1K0 907 530 L, AD)
  2. 19 – Gateway → set up Coding and the Installation List
  3. Add module 37 / 56
NoteWith an older Gateway, the new radio will drain the battery!
Multifunction Steering Wheel (MFSW) RetrofitCoding the multifunction buttons after fitting a steering wheel that previously had none.RetrofitMediumVCDS
Module16 – Steering Column Electronics

Steps

  1. Check for a Highline-type steering-wheel module
  2. 16 – Steering Wheel → Coding → Multi-function Steering Wheel Installed
  3. Clear fault codes and calibrate the steering-angle sensor
Cornering Fog LightThe fog light on that side switches on when indicating or turning the wheel. Works below roughly 40 km/h.LightingMediumVCDS
Module09 – Central Electrics

Steps

  1. Connect to the 09 – Central Electrics control unit.
  2. Open the long coding helper.
  3. Find the byte for the fog light and enable the cornering-function bit.
  4. Save, then test stationary by switching on the indicator.
NoteThe exact byte/bit depends on the control unit's part number.
Coming Home / Leaving HomeThe headlights stay on after you get out, and switch on ahead of time when you unlock the car.LightingMediumVCDS
Module09 – Central Electrics

Steps

  1. Connect to the 09 – Central Electrics control unit.
  2. Long coding: enable the Coming Home / Leaving Home function.
  3. Set the duration (0–30 sec) in the adaptation channels.
Comfort Opening from the KeyHolding the unlock button on the key rolls the windows down; the lock button rolls them back up.ComfortMediumVCDS
Module46 – Central Comfort Module

Steps

  1. Connect to the 46 – Central Comfort Module.
  2. Long coding: enable the comfort-opening and comfort-closing bits.
  3. After saving, re-teach the window regulators.
Needle Sweep on Start-up (Staging)On ignition, the gauge needles sweep across the dial.DashboardMediumVCDS
Module17 – Instrument Cluster

Steps

  1. Connect to the 17 – Instrument Cluster control unit.
  2. Open long coding.
  3. Enable the needle-sweep (staging) bit.
NoteNot every instrument cluster software version supports this.
Resetting the Service IntervalAfter an oil change, reset the displayed interval to zero.ServiceEasyVCDS
Module17 – Instrument Cluster

Steps

  1. Connect to the 17 – Instrument Cluster control unit.
  2. In the adaptation menu, find the service interval channels.
  3. Reset the distance travelled and the days to zero.

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