The Audi A3 8V (2012–2020) is a technological marvel, but what many owners don’t realize is that Audi deliberately deactivates dozens of convenience and performance features from the factory. Whether you drive a standard Sportback, a Saloon, the high-performance RS3, or the economical e-tron, your car’s onboard modules are capable of far more than what the MMI (Multi Media Interface) lets on.
By accessing the car’s Central Electrics (BCM), Instruments, and Infotainment modules via VCDS (Vag-Com), OBD11, or VCP, you can activate features ranging from Needle Sweep to Traffic Sign Recognition and Video in Motion. audi+a3+8v+coding+list
Warning: Always back up your original coding before making changes. This guide is for informational purposes. Coding varies based on model year (Pre-facelift 2012-2016 vs. Facelift 2016-2020) and optional equipment. The Audi A3 8V (2012–2020) is a technological
Feature: Automatically locks all doors once the vehicle exceeds ~15 km/h. Feature: Automatically locks all doors once the vehicle
ENG116587-ENG116192 – Dauerfahrlicht – adjustable (daytime running light modes)
ENG141649-ENG126980 – Leuchte12NL LB45 – Light function D12 → set to Abbiegelicht (cornering fog if retrofitted)
ENG116588-ENG116202 – Menuesteuerung Komfortbedienung einstellen → active (mirror fold menu in MMI)