Activate XDS with VCDS on Passat B7

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 14:47:02 +0000

XDS is an electronic differential lock, which was developed for the Golf GTI. But later on it was introduced as an option for other cars.

XDS is an advanced electronic differential lock, linked to the ESP system.

In moments of fast cornering XDS gives out exactly the right amount of power, providing pressure on the inside wheel to prevent wheel spinning. The result is better traction and a reduction of any tendency to under steer.

Golf mk6
On the Golf mk 6 it's possible to activate XDS with VCDS by going to control module 03, ABS Brakes, then 10, Adaptation.

Channel 36 controls XDS which can be set to:

0 - default
1 - weak
2 - strong

Skoda Octavia II
It's also possible on other cars, for instance the Skoda Octavia II where it can be coded in module 03, ABS Brakes, 07 Long Coding, Byte 17, Bit 3.

Passat B7
I wanted to know how to activate this on a Passat B7, but searching with google returned nothing.

XDS on Remko's Blog

Activate XDS with VCDS on Passat B7