Enable MMI 3G AUX audio source in your Audi car with Multimedia Interface 3G system. Line input will let you connect any audio source to your car stereo, e.g. MP3 player, mobile phone, portable DVD player, iPad, bluetooth receiver…
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Tips & tricks for Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, Ford, Skoda, Renault, Opel, Dodge and more.
Reset Skoda Yeti oil service reminder
Škoda, Yeti
After changing oil and replacing oil filter you can reset Skoda Yeti oil change service reminder yourself. All you need to do is follow this tutorial and perform buttons and ignition combination. You don’t need diagnostic interface like OBDeleven, VCDS or VAS to reset oil service reminder in Skoda Yeti.
Continue reading …Ford Mondeo MK3 hidden menu
Ford, MK3 (2000-2006), Mondeo
In Ford Mondeo MK3 hidden menu you can test instrument cluster gauges (needle sweep), LCDs, LEDs, read diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) and check values of multiple sensors like: vehicle speed, engine speed, coolant temperature, battery voltage and more.
Continue reading …Volvo empty button activation
II (2006-), II (2010-), II (2012-), III (2007-), S40, S60, S80, V40, V60, V70/XC70, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50, Volvo V60 1st generation (2011–2018), XC60
Activate Volvo empty button in your car and use it for garage door opener (clicker), additional security device, hands-free bluetooth device or any other electronic or tuning gadget.
Extra button in your dome light can be enabled within 60 minutes, you don’t need diagnostic interface.
Audi MMI 2G hidden red menu description
A4/S4/RS4, A5/S5/RS5, A6/S6/RS6, A8/S8, Audi, Audi A6 C6 4F (2004-2011), Audi A8 D3 (2002-2009), Audi Q7 4L (2005-2015), B8 (2007-), Q7
Audi MMI 2G hidden red menu was created mostly for easy software updates of your Multimedia Interface system. In this hidden menu you can also find information about cars equipment (CD changer, navigation, TV tuner, Audi Music Interface…).
This description was created based on software version 5570. If your car is using older software, you might find some differences.
Volkswagen seatbelt chime disable
7L (2002-2010), Eos, Golf / Jetta / Bora, New Beetle, Passat, Touareg, Volkswagen, VW Golf MK5 (2003-2009), VW Passat B6 (2005-2010)
Volkswagen seatbelt chime disable can be easily done in Golf/Jetta/Bora MK5, Eos, Passat B6, Touareg 7L and other VW cars. This is useful if you have a medical condition that lets you drive without belt fastened (spine condition, pregnancy) or you car is equipped with aftermarket multipoint sport seatbelt.
Continue reading …Replace Volvo cabin air filter
C70, II (2005-2009), S40, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50
How to change Volvo cabin air filter in C30, S40, V50, C70. This procedure is a part or regular maintenance service and should be performed every year.
Continue reading …BMW 5-Series service reset (F10 F11 F07)
5 Series, BMW, F10 F11 F07 (2010-)
BMW 5-Series service reset can be performed on BMW F10, F11 and F07 Gran Turismo without diagnostic interface. You can clear maintenance message on your instrument cluster yourself without visiting your BMW dealer as long as you can replace oil and filter, inspect brakes and other safety system in your vehicle yourself.
Continue reading …Skoda VW Climatronic calibration and self-test
Eos, Golf / Jetta / Bora, I (2003-2010), II (2004-2013), MK3 (2008-), Octavia, Passat, Scirocco, Škoda, Touran, Volkswagen, VW Golf MK5 (2003-2009), VW Passat B6 (2005-2010)
How to perform Skoda VW Climatronic calibration and self-test to fix air flaps issues. Thanks to this procedure Climatronic will recalibrate air vent flaps maximum positions. This simple procedure can help you with issues like: clicking under the dashboard, hot or cold air stuck on either side.
Continue reading …BMW E38 OBC hidden menu (diagnostic mode)
7 Series, BMW, E38 (1994-2001)
BMW E38 OBC hidden menu gives inside view of the diagnostic tests and readouts from various sensors in your vehicle. Find out what’s your battery voltage, accurate fuel level, test sound chimes, displays and indicators, perform gauge test (needle sweep), adjust trip computer fuel economy and much more. This service mode is made for early diagnostics of your instrument cluster and other vehicle components.
Continue reading …Mercedes W245 service reminder reset
B-Class, Mercedes, W245 (2005-2011)
Perform Mercedes W245 service reminder reset without diagnostic interface after changing oil and filters, inspecting your vehicle and performing other maintenance operations. You can clear the reminder indicator or message yourself with Mercedes B-Class hidden menu.
Continue reading …Reset service reminder Sharan, Galaxy, Alhambra
Alhambra, Ford, Galaxy, I (1995–2005), I (1996-2010), MK1 (1995-2010), Seat, Sharan, Volkswagen
How to reset service reminder Sharan / Galaxy / Alhambra – “SERVICE JETZT!”, “SERVICE NOW!” or other inspection message after changing oil in your vehicle. You can do it in few seconds without diagnostic tools like OBDeleven, VCDS.
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