Opel Astra H TID hidden menu with CD30 system will give you access to interesting diagnostic information. Watch your triple information display (TID) and observe digital vehicle speed, coolant temperature, battery voltage, outside temperature sensor raw data, hardware and software version and more.
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Tips & tricks for Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, Ford, Skoda, Renault, Opel, Dodge and more.
Volvo DPF check (diesel particle filter)
C70, II (2005-2009), S40, Volvo, Volvo C30, Volvo S40 II (2004-2012), Volvo V50
In you Volvo DPF check will tell you if your car is equipped with diesel particle filter. This device is installed in modern diesel engines to reduce air pollution but can cause issues with engine performance. Volvos with 1.6D, 2.0D, D2, D3, D4, D5 diesel engines were equipped with DPF based on the destination market and current emission restrictions.
There are three ways to check for DPF in your car.
Continue reading …Skoda STREAM radio hidden menu
II (2004-2013), Octavia, Škoda
Use Skoda STREAM radio hidden menu (service debug mode) features to diagnose your cars unit, check FM/AM tuner parameters, read your cars VIN, view firmware/software version.
Continue reading …Ford Fiesta MK7 GEM test
Fiesta, Ford, MK7 (2008-)
Ford Fiesta MK7 GEM test for troubleshooting communication issues with comfort module in your car. Check if buttons work correctly and all signals are going through your car systems. Test individual components and buttons.
Continue reading …Mazda automatic windows programming
6 (Atenza), I (2002-2007), Mazda
Mazda automatic windows programming is needed after car battery replace. To use this feature you need to program electrical mechanism the window closed position. After that you can open and close windows with single press and central lock remote buttons.
Continue reading …Opel Astra H DTC diagnostic codes readout
Astra, H (2004-2014), Opel/Vauxhall/Holden
Opel Astra H DTC (diagnostic trouble codes) readout will help you troubleshooting issues with engine, transmission and other equipment. You can check your car for codes without OBD2 (ELM327) diagnostic interface.
Continue reading …Ford Fiesta MK7 disable seat belt chime
Fiesta, Ford, MK7 (2008-)
You can easily in your Ford Fiesta MK7 disable seat belt chime if you’re using racing seat belts or you have medical reasons to not use seatbelt (spine injury or pregnancy). The seat belt reminder can be enabled/disabled without use of diagnostic tools like IDS.
Continue reading …Hidden menu Mazda CX-5 & 6 3rd gen.
6 (Atenza), CX-5, III (2012-), Mazda
Service hidden menu Mazda CX-5 & Mazda 6 3rd generation will help you diagnosing instrument cluster errors. Check all LEDs, LCD, display segments, backlight, perform needle sweep, check sound chime.
Continue reading …Ford Fiesta MK7 hidden menu
Fiesta, Ford, MK7 (2008-)
Ford Fiesta MK7 hidden menu (a.k.a. test mode) gives access to diagnostic tests, sensor readouts and diagnostic trouble codes (DTC). Check LEDs and LCD segments, perform needle sweep (gauge test), view engine speed, car speed, engine temperature and many more interesting options.
Continue reading …Audi RNS-E audio aux activation and wiring
A3/S3/RS3, A4/S4/RS4, A6/S6/RS6, Audi, Audi A3 8P (2003-2013), Audi TT MK1 8N (1998-2006), Audi TT MK2 8J (2006-2014), B7 (2004-2007), C5 (1997-2004), Exeo, Gallardo, Lamborghini, R8, Seat, TT
Audi RNS-E audio aux source activation is a quick procedure. Your radio navigation system (also called Audi Navigation Plus) can play AUX-IN audio sources (stereo line-in), so you can connect your phone with your cars sound system.
Continue reading …Audi single-zone Climatronic hidden menu (A2, A3, A4)
A2, A3/S3/RS3, A4/S4/RS4, Audi, Audi A3 8L (1996-2003), B5 (1995-2001)
In Audi single-zone Climatronic hidden menu you can easily access secret diagnostic readouts of your Audi A2, A3 8L, A4 B5 like battery voltage, car speed, engine RPM, sensors readout, system DTCs and much more.
Continue reading …Extended EVIC hidden menu (MOPAR)
300, Challenger, Charger, Chrysler, Dodge, I (2004-2011), III (2008-), Jeep, JK (2007-), Magnum, Wrangler
Extended EVIC hidden menu gives you access to cool features like oil pressure, throttle position, battery voltage, digital speed readout. Unlock those secret function in your cars Electronic Vehicle Information Center.
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