VCDS Backup & Restore

[CJO]

I can see a few VCDS mods I will make to my Polo GTi 6c.

However as my car is on PCH I will need to ensure it is in its original state before returning back to the manufacturer.

So does the VCDS software offer a simple back up i.e to create a copy of the original car configuration before I make changes and I can restore the settings at the end or do I need to manually reconfigure the car back to factory settings when it goes back?

I assume just simply pulling the battery out will make no difference as the changes are stored to some kind of flash rom?




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[Mart!n-GTI-DK]

It's just reset to factory settings with VCDS before you return the car. no problem.

[CJO]

Thanks!


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[CJO]

Actually I have a similar question. If the changes were wiped due to a service at VW does it allow you to restore a previous configuration or would you have to make each change by hand again?

I'm more thinking that some of the queries on here would be simpler if a standard template can be added to the config file to allow repeatable configuration amongst the same cars for users who want common mods like tear wipe and gauge sweep.


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[CJO]

Obviously paying respect to the users having the same car with the same spec etc


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[Mayhem]

What mods are you planning on doing? Turning on extra options shouldnt affect your warrenty as the dealer can turn them on if requested

[CJO]

That's a fair point.

Still being fairly new to this but my plan is as follows:

- Needle (dial) sweep
- tear wipe
- anti hijack (central locking over 5mph)
- I want to tryout the XDS changes but this is where I think the dealer may not want to play ball and I've heard it's not good in ice and snow when done.
- Big speedo display (my previous car had HUD so this is the nearest I'll get to it)
- Automatic rain closing (I have specced the light sensor)

I don't think there's a lot else that can be done on a GTi is there?


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[Mayhem]

Iv done unlock all doors with one click and disabled auto rear wiper. Think your ok with all but the xds as thats messing with brakes?