VW Passat B8 (3G) (2015-2023) / VW Passat B8.5 Facelift (specific facelift coding at bottom of page)
Passat (B8) – 120 km/h overtaking alert
Purpose: To activate or deactivate a message reminding you that you are exceeding the 120km/h speed limit. Warning: on some 2016 models...
Passat (B8) – Activate “Think Blue Monitor” mode on Discover V2
Purpose: Displays the “Think Blue Monitor” mode: “ECO MODE” graph for MIB2. Warning! There are 2 lines of coding to do here....
Passat (B8) – Activate air-conditioning fan speed profiles
Purpose: to activate air-conditioning fan speed profiles. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM VCDS cable to...
Passat (B8) – Activate AirCare memory function
Purpose: to activate the AirCare function's air-conditioning memory. In the factory setting, this is deactivated when you leave the vehicle. Once set,...
Passat (B8) – Activate automatic air recirculation
Purpose: in the Discover menu, select whether to activate automatic air-conditioning recycling on start-up. In normal operation, the Climatronic will automatically switch...
Passat (B8) – Activate automatic summer/winter time changeover
Purpose: Enables automatic time change on the MIB. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM VCDS cable...
Passat (B8) – Activate Carbon Look on Discover
Purpose: Activates the carbon look on Discover Media and Pro MIB. Procedure: 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM...
Passat (B8) – Activate CD/DVD extraction
Purpose: activates the function for copying multimedia data (music, films, etc.), similar to the SD card function. Allows you to import /...
Passat (B8) – Activate Climatronic Tactile (retrofit)
Purpose: to code and adapt the Touch Climatronic panel so that the AC climate control/compressor is functional after installation. (Touch Climatronic) (Retrofit)...
Passat (B8) – Activate daytime running lights (DRL) only in Auto position
Purpose: to activate daytime running lights (DRL) only when the headlight control knob is in the auto position. Proceed : 1 -...
Passat (B8) – Activate driver profile customization
Purpose: to activate driver profiles on the ODB and MIB screens, to be selected according to the driver. The profile stores the...
Passat (B8) – Activate Driving School mode
Purpose: Adds a driving-school mode view to Discover, displaying turn signals, speed, etc. (also ideal for accompanied driving). Warning! There are 3...
Passat (B8) – Activate exterior lights (halogen) with turn signals
Purpose: activates the exterior rear lights (halogen) at the same time as the indicators. Warning! There are 6 lines of coding to...
Passat (B8) – Activate fog lamps as daytime running lights (DRL)
Purpose: to activate daytime running lights (DRL) with fog lamps. Warning! There are 2 lines of coding to do here. Proceed :...
Passat (B8) – Activate intruder alarm with horn
Purpose: to activate an alarm with horn in the event of intrusion into the vehicle, and to lock the vehicle if the...
Passat (B8) – Activate Lane Assist memory function
Purpose: to store the Lane Assist function in memory. If you deactivate it, the Lane Assist will not automatically resume the next...
Passat (B8) – Activate Off-Road mode on Discover V2
Purpose: to add Offroad mode to Discover Pro V2 or Discover Media V2 with navigation. Warning! There are 2 lines of coding...
Passat (B8) – Activate parking lights on both sides
Purpose: activates the parking lights on both sides of the vehicle, instead of the default single-side activation via the turn signal switch....
Passat (B8) – Activate rearview camera (retrofit)
Purpose: To activate the reversing camera after it has been installed on the Discover (camera retrofit Low or High). Procedure: 1 -...
Passat (B8) – Activate speedometer lighting with parking lights
Purpose: to activate the instrument cluster lighting when the parking/position lights are switched on. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off,...
Passat (B8) – Activate trailer hitch (retrofit)
Purpose: Enables trailer / towbar retrofit. Please note! Adaptation in motor control unit 01 is not accepted for some models. In this...
Passat (B8) – Activate window operation with ignition off
Purpose: activates window operation (close/open) with ignition off and door open. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official...
Passat (B8) – Activate/deactivate daytime running lights (DRL) with Discover
Purpose: to activate/deactivate the daytime running lights (DRL) from Discover. ATTENTION to your country's regulations and technical inspection for daytime running lights!However,...
Passat (B8) – Activate/deactivate windshield wipers on key removal
Purpose: to activate windshield wiper stop when the key is removed (wipers stop directly in the position they were in) or to...
Passat (B8) – Activating a second phone via Bluetooth
Purpose: to connect two Bluetooth-enabled phones simultaneously to Discover. Warning! There are 5 lines of coding to do here. Proceed : 1...
Passat (B8) – Activation of progressive interior lighting
Purpose: turns interior lights (door knobs, dashboard, center console) on and off gradually. By default, interior lights are switched on and off...
Passat (B8) – Adaptive lighting fault (AFS)
Aim: Understand the Adaptive Lighting System (AFS) fault and how to fix it by changing the cornering bulbs. The most common problem...
Passat (B8) – Adjust Soundaktor volume
Purpose: to adjust/deactivate the volume of the Soundaktor (speaker built into the windscreen bay to simulate a false engine noise). If you...
Passat (B8) – Aggressive LED tail lights
Purpose: to configure the LED taillights in an aggressive style (without the central horizontal LED lines). Warning! There are 3 lines of...
Passat (B8) – Air conditioning LED intensity adjustment
Purpose: to customize the illumination intensity of the air-conditioning indicators. Warning! There are 3 lines of coding to do here. Proceed :1...
Passat (B8) – Automatic door unlocking with DSG in “P” position
Purpose: automatically unlocks all doors when the DSG automatic gearbox is shifted to “P”. Procedure: 1- Engine off, ignition off, connect your...
Passat (B8) – Automatic headlamps from 140 km/h
Purpose: to automatically switch on the lights when the vehicle is travelling at over 140 km/h. (The lights will automatically go out...
Passat (B8) – Automatic window closure in the event of rain
Purpose: Automatically closes windows and sunroof when it rains. Watch out! There are 4 lines of coding to do here. For Passat...
Passat (B8) – Automatically folding mirrors
Purpose: Automatically folds mirrors when vehicle is locked. The vehicle must be equipped with the “Electrically folding mirrors (with comodo in door)”...
Passat (B8) – Battery charge level on ODB
Purpose: Displays battery charge level on the ODB (on-board computer). Handling procedure : 1 - Switch off the ignition 2 - Press...
Passat (B8) – Change Discover start logo
Purpose: Allows you to display another logo at launch, and a color to match the finish of your Discover Média or Pro....
Passat (B8) – Change ODB language
Purpose: Select the language of your on-board computer. Perfect if you're importing your Passat. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off,...
Passat (B8) – Comfort blinker
Purpose: to set the number of flashes for the “Comfort flashing” option. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your...
Passat (B8) – Coming / Leaving Home with fog lamps
Purpose: To use the fog lamps for Coming Home and Leaving Home. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your...
Passat (B8) – Coming / Leaving Home with fog lamps, Xenon and LEDs
Goal: Add fog lamps for Coming Home and Leaving Home in addition to LEDs and Xenon. Warning! There are 5 lines of...
Passat (B8) – Coming Home automatic
Purpose: Automatically activates the Coming Home function (no need to make a headlight call). Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off,...
Passat (B8) – Coming Home on opening the driver’s door
Purpose: Starts Coming Home when the driver's door is opened, not when the ignition key is removed. Proceed : 1 - Engine...
Passat (B8) – Compass display on ODB
Purpose: to display a compass on the ODB (on-board computer), if you have GPS navigation (NAV), and to change its position on...
Passat (B8) – Complete opening of sunroof with remote control
Purpose: Allows the sunroof to open fully when opening with the remote control. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect...
Passat (B8) – Contactless headlight activation
Purpose: enables headlight flashes to be made even when the ignition is off. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect...
Passat (B8) – Corner lights activation
Purpose: to activate Corner Lights with fog lamps. Warning! There are 6 lines of coding to do here. Proceed : 1 -...
Passat (B8) – Corner Lights with turn signals
Purpose: to activate the Corner Lights on the side where the flasher is activated. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off,...
Passat (B8) – Correction of ODB consumption display
Purpose: to correct the fuel consumption display on the Trip Computer/Virtual Cockpit. Note: these changes affect the display of instantaneous consumption, average...
Passat (B8) – Daytime running light deactivation (DRL) using the handbrake
Purpose: to deactivate the daytime running lights (DRL) using the handbrake. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official...
Passat (B8) – Deactivate audio reduction for parking assistance
Purpose: deactivates sound reduction when reverse gear is engaged or parking aid is activated manually. Procedure: 1 - Engine off, ignition off,...
Passat (B8) – Deactivate brake pad warning light
Purpose: to deactivate the worn brake pad warning light on the ODB (on-board computer), e.g. if the brake pad has no sensor...
Passat (B8) – Deactivate driving mode selection LED
Purpose: to deactivate the LED display when DriveMode Eco, Sport or Individual is set. The center console button LED is off in...
Passat (B8) – Deactivate ESP
Purpose: to deactivate ESP and/or add Sport ESC mode from Discover. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official...
Passat (B8) – Deactivate horn without ignition
Purpose: deactivates or activates the horn when the ignition is off. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official...
Passat (B8) – Deactivate MirrorLink
Purpose: To deactivate / remove MirrorLink from App-Connect on the Discover MIB. The Mirrorlink service is no longer available since June 1,...
Passat (B8) – Deactivate open door alarm with ignition
Purpose: to deactivate the alarm which is triggered when the door is opened and the contact is in position P. Proceed :...
Passat (B8) – Deactivate rear fog light warning
Purpose: to deactivate the warning message on the dashboard, which will remind you to turn on the rear fog lights when you...
Passat (B8) – Deactivate/activate electric handbrake for rear brake pad change
Purpose: to deactivate/activate the electric handbrake in maintenance mode in order to change/replace the rear brake pad/disc linings. (Lining change mode) Proceed...
Passat (B8) – Deactivation of Corner Lights when reversing
Purpose: to deactivate the Corner Lights (AFS) when reverse gear is engaged. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your...
Passat (B8) – Deactivation of parking aid activation beep
Purpose: to deactivate the beep when reverse gear is engaged or when parking assistance is activated manually. Procedure: 1 - Engine off,...
Passat (B8) – Delete belt alarm
Purpose: To suppress the audible alarm and warning light on the speedo or Virtual Cockpit when driving without a seatbelt. Proceed :...
Passat (B8) – Delete LED fog lamp error
Purpose: removes the ODB error after installation of LED fog lamps. Watch out! There are 4 lines of coding to do here....
Passat (B8) – Delete LED light bulb error
Purpose: To suppress the ODB error after installation of LED plate lights. Warning! There are 2 lines of coding to do here....
Passat (B8) – Delete LED reversing light bulb error
Purpose: Eliminates ODB error after LED reversing light installation. Watch out! There are 4 lines of coding to do here. Proceed :...
Passat (B8) – Delete power tailgate beeps
Purpose: to deactivate beeps when opening/closing the trunk/electric liftgate. (Passat estate: SW/Variant/Kombi) Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your...
Passat (B8) – Disable AM frequency on Discover
Purpose: to disable the AM radio frequency on Discover (AM radio frequency is rarely used, unlike FM radio frequency). Procedure: 1 -...
Passat (B8) – Disable OPS warning message
Purpose: To deactivate the “Check Distance!” / “Please check surroundings” / “Look! Safe to move?” message which appears on Discover when parking...
Passat (B8) – Door lock/unlock confirmation (beep/horn)
Purpose: to set confirmation of door locking/unlocking with beep (alarm) or horn. Attention! There are 5 lines of coding here, see 6....
Passat (B8) – Driving Mode on ODB
Purpose: Displays the driving mode selection on the ODB (On-Board Computer). Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official...
Passat (B8) – Electronic differential lock (XDS)
Purpose: to set the electronic differential lock (XDS) The electronic differential lock (XDS) is an extension of the well-known EDS function. XDS...
Passat (B8) – Enable USB port for iPhone CarPlay (retrofit)
Purpose: Enables the USB port for iPhone CarPlay accounting (after activating App Connect and changing the USB and/or USB cable) for Discover...
Passat (B8) – Fan speed display on air conditioning in Auto mode
Purpose: to display fan speed when automatic air-conditioning mode is activated. (Climatronic fan speed display Auto mode / works with touch-sensitive climate...
Passat (B8) – Fender / Dynaudio logo at Discover start-up
Purpose: Displays the Fender or Dynaudio logo when your Discover Media or Pro is launched. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition...
Passat (B8) – Flash mode lights during emergency braking
Purpose: activates flashing lights during emergency braking. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM VCDS cable to...
Passat (B8) – Fog lamps with headlamps
Purpose: Allows fog lamps to be used in addition to high beam. Warning! There are 2 lines of coding to do here,...
Passat (B8) – Fog light on open door side
Purpose: to ensure that when a door is opened on the left, the fog lamp on the left lights up and vice...
Passat (B8) – Fold down mirrors with ignition on
Purpose: Enables automatic folding of mirrors when the ignition is switched on, rather than when the vehicle is locked. The vehicle must...
Passat (B8) – Haldex traction control
Purpose: to adjust the logic of the AWD system to increase traction or reduce noise generated by the Haldex AWD mechanism. (For...
Passat (B8) – Hill Start Assist
Purpose: to set Hill Start Assist operation. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM VCDS cable to...
Passat (B8) – Increase gas pedal sensitivity
Purpose: to increase accelerator pedal sensitivity. (better acceleration response with DSG, more significant than with manual). Proceed : 1 - Engine off,...
Passat (B8) – Increase the distance between curb and car (Park Assist)
Purpose: to set the distance between the kerb and the car during Park Assist. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off,...
Passat (B8) – Interior lighting deactivated when trunk is opened
Purpose: deactivates interior lighting when only the trunk is opened. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM...
Passat (B8) – KESSY automatic keyless entry
Purpose: automatically locks the vehicle when you leave it with the key, provided the KESSY system (keyless entry/locking and starting system) is...
Passat (B8) – Key operation even with ignition on
Purpose: Allows you to use the key and lock the vehicle with the ignition switched on or the engine running. (Very practical...
Passat (B8) – Lane Assist activation
Purpose: to activate Lane Assist for vehicles with Sign Assist and/or Light Assist options. The vehicle must be equipped with the camera...
Passat (B8) – Lane Assist settings
Purpose: Adjusts lane departure warning, driver inactivity deactivation threshold, steering assist intensity and steering wheel vibration intensity. Procedure: 1 - Engine off,...
Passat (B8) – Lap Timer
Purpose: to add the stopwatch to the ODB/Virtual Cockpit. Only for vehicles with Color ODB. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition...
Passat (B8) – License plate illumination, open trunk
Purpose: turns on license plate illumination when trunk / tailgate is open. Warning! There are 3 lines of coding to do here....
Passat (B8) – Light Assist activation
Purpose: to activate the high beam assistant for vehicles with the Sign Assist or Lane Assist option. The vehicle must be equipped...
Passat (B8) – Light Assist always active
Purpose: automatically activates the high beam assistant on start-up if it was active before the ignition was switched off. Proceed : 1...
Passat (B8) – Light Assist settings
Purpose: to set the speed thresholds for activation/deactivation of the high beam assistant (light assist). Information: no longer works on Passat B8...
Passat (B8) – Make-up quantity displayed on ODB
Purpose: Displays the amount of fuel used since refueling on the ODB/Virtual Cockpit. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect...
Passat (B8) – Memory for heated seats
How it works : When you switch on the heated seat(s), as soon as you remove the key from the ignition the...
Passat (B8) – Microphone sensitivity adjustment
Purpose: to adjust the intensity of the hands-free system's microphone. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM...
Passat (B8) – Mirror folding adjustment with remote control
Purpose: to set the mirror folding option via remote control when locking the vehicle. The vehicle must be equipped with the “Electrically...
Passat (B8) – Modify power steering hardness
Purpose: to adjust the hardness of the power steering for a softer steering wheel (Comfort) or a harder sporty one (Dynamic). Warning:...
Passat (B8) – Modify warning thresholds for icy conditions
Goal: Select the outdoor temperature value for icy conditions for which the warning is displayed on the dashboard. (Ice Warning) Proceed :...
Passat (B8) – Needle check
Purpose: to activate the scanning of the speedometer needles when the vehicle is started. (Works with Virtual Cockpit) (Needle Sweep) Proceed :...
Passat (B8) – ODB Carbon Look
Purpose: Activates the “Carbon” display on the ODB screen. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM VCDS...
Passat (B8) – Oil temperature on ODB
Purpose: to display oil temperature on the ODB/Virtual Cockpit. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM VCDS...
Passat (B8) – Opening/closing windows with KESSY
Purpose: to activate closing and opening of windows and sunroof with the KESSY keyless entry system, keep pressing the handle until the...
Passat (B8) – Opposed-phase front turn signals and LEDs
Purpose: Configures front indicators and LEDs (DRL) in phase opposition. Warning! There are 6 lines of coding to do here. Save your...
Passat (B8) – Panel display on ODB
Purpose: displays speed limit signs on the ODB. (Sign Assist) The vehicle must be equipped with the 5Q0 camera. (the camera is...
Passat (B8) – Passenger mirror down when reversing
Purpose: automatically lowers the passenger mirror when reversing. The mirror adjustment knob must be in position“R” and the function must be activated...
Passat (B8) – Rear lights activated with daytime running lights (DRL)
Purpose: activates rear lights activated with daytime running lights (Scandinavian DRL) Attention! There are 1 or 8 lines of coding to do...
Passat (B8) – Rear wiper comfort display on Discover
Purpose: to display the rear wiper comfort wipe function in the CAR menu. This means you can disable the automatic wiper function...
Passat (B8) – Reprogramming a new battery
Purpose: to reprogram / recode the new battery of all its data after replacement. Warning! There are 5 lines of coding to...
Passat (B8) – Retain exterior lighting with mirrors folded down
Purpose: to maintain exterior lighting with mirrors folded down when opening/closing. Warning! There are 2 lines of coding to do here. Proceed...
Passat (B8) – Speed of radar deactivation (or reversing camera)
Purpose: Selects the speed at which the radar and/or reversing camera are deactivated. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect...
Passat (B8) – Speed threshold settings for cornering light activation
Purpose: to set the speed thresholds for turning on and off the cornering lights via the fog lights. (Corner Lights) Warning! There...
Passat (B8) – Start/Stop deactivation
Purpose: To completely deactivate Start and Stop. (After 2019 deactivation no longer works according to gateway reference “AA”) Procedure: 1 - Engine...
Passat (B8) – Switch on Corner Lights when reversing
Purpose: to activate the Corner Lights (AFS) in reverse. Procedure: 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your official VAG-COM VCDS cable...
Passat (B8) – Tear Wiping
Purpose: to activate the windshield wipers once more after using the windshield washer, in order to remove any remaining water from the...
Passat (B8) – Temperature in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit
Purpose: Selects the format in which the temperature is displayed on the instrument cluster (ODB in Celsius (C°) or Fahrenheit (F°)). Proceed...
Passat (B8) – Third brake light on when trunk is open
Purpose: to keep the 3rd brake light on if the trunk is not fully closed. For security lighting at night or to...
Passat (B8) – US turn signal
Purpose: to activate US nightlights with turn signals. Warning! There are 10 lines of coding to do here. (Passat phase 1) Proceed...
Passat (B8) – Vehicle Hold Assist
Purpose: To set the memory of the Auto Hold button (A) - the Auto Hold function can be set to be always...
Passat (B8) – Wiper angle in service mode position
Purpose: to change the angle at which the wipers are positioned when in replacement mode. Proceed : 1 - Engine off, ignition...
Passat (B8) – Xenon fashion presentation
Purpose : activates xenon light kinematics when the vehicle is started. (DLA presentation) Procedure: 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your...
VW Passat B8.5 (3G) Facelift (2019-2023)
Passat (B8) Facelift – Ambient Light Activation (colors)
Purpose: to activate the Ambient Light option on your MIB for changing screen and Virtual Cockpit colors (depending on your MIB version,...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Light Assist activation
Purpose: to activate the high beam assistant for vehicles with Sign Assist and/or Lane Assist options. Vehicle must be equipped with 3Q0...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Lane Assist activation
Purpose: to activate Lane Assist for vehicles with Sign Assist and/or Light Assist options. Vehicle must be equipped with 3Q0 or 2Q0...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Trailer Assist activated
Purpose: to activate Trailer Assist, which takes control of steering when the trailer is attached. Trailer direction is determined by the mirror...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Activate intruder alarm with horn
Purpose: to activate an alarm with horn in the event of intrusion into the vehicle, and to lock the vehicle if the...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Activate driver profile customization
Purpose: to activate driver profiles on the ODB or Virtual Cockpit and on the MIB screen, to be selected according to the...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Meter display on Virtual Cockpit
Purpose: Allows you to modify and customize the Active Info Display / Virtual Cockpit in order to increase the speedometer's maximum speed....
Passat (B8) Facelift – Panel display on ODB / Virtual Cockpit
Purpose: displays speed limit signs on the ODB/Virtual Cockpit (Sign Assist) Vehicle must be equipped with 3Q0 camera Warning! There are 9...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Particle-effect display on ODB / Virtual Cockpit
Purpose: To modify and customize the Active Info Display / Virtual Cockpit / ODB with a particle / checkerboard effect. (For AID...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Image display on ODB / Virtual Cockpit
Purpose: Add album art, radio station logos and contact photos to the ODB or Active Info Display/Virtual Cockpit. Compatible with needle counter...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Deactivate right-hand overtaking prevention
Purpose: to deactivate the ACC lane assist system, e.g. when on the freeway and there is a traffic jam in the left...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Deactivate “Switch on low beam” message
Purpose: to deactivate the low beam warning message/dialogue when the headlight switch is in position 0. Proceed : 1 - Engine off,...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Easy Entry
Purpose: automatically retracts the electric driver's seat when the ignition is switched off and the door is opened (access aid). This option...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Automatic window closure in the rain
Purpose: Automatically closes windows and sunroof when it rains. Watch out! There are 4 lines of coding to do here. Proceed :...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Changing the Virtual Cockpit display
Purpose: to modify and customize the Active Info Display / Virtual Cockpit. Depending on the setting, the display of the counter and/or...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Virtual Cockpit vehicle modification
Purpose: to modify the vehicle on the Active Info Display / Virtual Cockpit. Procedure: 1 - Engine off, ignition off, connect your...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Front Assist settings
Purpose: activates the distance control on the screen menu, to adjust Front Assist parameters. Information: This setting is only possible if the...
Passat (B8) Facelift – Set ACC control in 1 km/h increments
Purpose: to adjust the ACC distance setting from the factory setting so that it can be set in 1 km/h increments by...