owend Posted September 26, 2008 Report Share Posted September 26, 2008 Hi, new here and am lovin the amount of info available. However, i'd like to do a trip computer retrofit to my a4 b6 without the cruise as i already have that. I can see lots of guides for the cruise + DIS, but i'm getting a bit lost as to what bits i need if i already have cruise control anyone point me in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a4audi4fun Posted September 27, 2008 Report Share Posted September 27, 2008 Hi, new here and am lovin the amount of info available. However, i'd like to do a trip computer retrofit to my a4 b6 without the cruise as i already have that.I can see lots of guides for the cruise + DIS, but i'm getting a bit lost as to what bits i need if i already have cruise control anyone point me in the right direction. At a minimum you will need to replace the wiper stalk with one that has the trip computer controls. You may also need to replace the instrument cluster depending upon which variant is currently installed. If you already see a "Distance to Empty" display, there's a high probability that just the wiper stalk change and recoding with VCDS/VAG-COM is needed. Best to find someone closer to your location to have a look at your current config. Many other folks on this forum can provide you with details. Do a search in here on "trip computer". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark_90 Posted September 27, 2008 Report Share Posted September 27, 2008 You don't need a new instrument cluster at all. As you have cruise, all you need to do is add the wiper stalk, ground pin 1 on the 32 pin blue connector on the dashboard, code up, and enjoy your new DIS. If you struggle with it let me know, I can do it for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owend Posted September 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 Great - thanks for this. Another newbie question...VAG-COM where to buy...i see loads of stuff on ebay, but they just look like scanners..i presume i need some form of tool to change codes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A4Ade Posted September 29, 2008 Report Share Posted September 29, 2008 (edited) Great - thanks for this.Another newbie question...VAG-COM where to buy...i see loads of stuff on ebay, but they just look like scanners..i presume i need some form of tool to change codes? VagCom can only be bought in one place: Ross-Tech: VAG-COM Since you have a B6 though, you can by a lead from a 3rd party if you want to save (quite) a few quid - you will have to settle for an older version of the VagCom software (409) but it will do the job. Leads off of ebay have had mixed results - I used vagproducts: Vagproducts and the cable works fine although I found their drivers to be duff so just let Windows locate them itself on the internet. As I said, the only place to get legitimate software is ross-tech, and you will need to register the software for $99 to get access to the features you need to activate the DIS. I have some instructions for coding cruise and DIS here: ade2ade - Audi A4 DIS / Cruise Control Retrofit VAGCOM Coding You should be able to ignore part A if you already have cruise, but you will need to follow B and D. Cheers, Ade Edited September 29, 2008 by A4Ade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrAvant Posted October 11, 2008 Report Share Posted October 11, 2008 You don't need a new instrument cluster at all. As you have cruise, all you need to do is add the wiper stalk, ground pin 1 on the 32 pin blue connector on the dashboard, code up, and enjoy your new DIS.If you struggle with it let me know, I can do it for you. Would this also apply to a B7 A4 already fitted with cruise???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark_90 Posted October 11, 2008 Report Share Posted October 11, 2008 Yes it does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrAvant Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 Excellent....Im liking what i hear!!!!! I have had a look at VAG parts and they dont seem to have the stalk. Any suggestions??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark_90 Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 VAG Parts will get anything if you ring and ask them. Or of course your local dealer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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