[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In-car systems are becoming more and more complex, but at the same time, they have more and more possibilities. However, advanced equipment and software are required to modify them. Any changes: activating or deactivating certain functions, can be made by coding the car.
Why do you need to activate or deactivate certain car functions?
Some car functions are usually disabled or enabled at the factory due to local requirements or the manufacturer’s decision. What features you may need depends on your driving habits, your personality, or your special requirements. You can choose the function you need when buying a new car, or you could activate/deactivate them if you changed your mind or got a used one. Schedule a visit to the dealership or do it yourself by manual or automatic coding.
What car coding means?
Have you ever seen a feature in our friend’s car you wish to have? All that needs to be done is to change previously programmed options in the control unit, called coding.
Specific tools and software are required to make such modifications in the car, they scan the entire control units and allow you to change the values of certain functions (which you want to enable or disable). Just a few devices allow you to do manual coding by yourself and in most cases, they work with computers and cables. When it comes to Volkswagen and Audi coding – it can be done via a mobile app.
Usually, the simple functions are activated in Long Coding section. And when it is necessary to change certain parameters of the activated function you will need to change values in the Adaptations field. For example, Cornering Lights can be activated in the Long coding section, but the speed at which cornering lights work can be changed in the Adaptations field.
Note, coding is not a software change. The software determines what kind of coding the control unit can have. For example, coding can adjust the sensitivity of the throttle pedal but it is not the same as increasing engine power (Chip Tuning) which equals the software change.
Manual coding can be difficult for daily drivers and time-consuming for professionals. Here ready-made coding applications come in handy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]