How To: Activate Audi Drive Select On MMI 3G - A4, A5 & Q5

How To Activate / Retrofit Audi Drive Select On Audi A4 (8K), A5 (8T) & Q5 (8R) With MMI 3G & 3G+ Using VCDS!
We firstly guide you through the process of how to activate the drive select using VCDS, activating the MMI 3G Screen and then the options that need to be coded in the Green Screen. Once completed please make sure to reset your MMI and shutdown / lock your car for at least 5 minutes.
We tested this on the Audi Q5 and it worked a dream but will work with other models such as the A4 and A5.
Please note that you do everything at your own risk. This particular video worked on this Q5 but your vehicle may not be compatible for one reason or another.
If you have a slightly older 3G system and don't have a "MENU" Button then press "CAR" & "SETUP" together and will do the same!
If you don’t have MMI Navigation but a Concert or Symphony Radio installed instead then don’t panic, the below video will show how it works with your car.
Audi Drive Select Button Retrofit For Concert & Symphony - A4, A5 & Q5
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[@joehanna501]

I just wanted to thank you for pisting this. My wife has a condition that affects her joints and being able to switch to a lighter steering really seems to help her out. Cheers!

[@adeonfire]

Followed this to the letter and works a treat on my 2013 Audi S5. Well presented video with good instructions.

[@rovpho7175]

I plan to do it also any tips

[@blizteredthumbs7911]

did you set adaptation to 47? or where did you find the number?

[@b.trill6868]

So my dog clicked puppy was standing on the buttons because I got out the car I got back in and it was in Audi drive select I put back in dynamic which it was on off road

[@vintagewatchreview956]

Great content here!! I’ve got a quick question, got a 14 plate RSQ3 and only got 3 profiles under drive select auto, dynamic and comfort is there a way to get the rest of the profiles activated? Cheers!!

[@Mihai-M]

Hello! For Audi a4 2012 in Adaptation which channel i need to use?

[@danielgabrielli5426]

Good afternoon, I have an audi a4 allroad 2.0 tfsi 2013. How do I know which code goes on Channel 66? You place the 47 that corresponds to the q5. Thank you

[@freshpresseu]

I have audi a4 b8 2009 with 2G high mmi I believe. Will this work still?

[@tomasbaezjr89]

Good afternoon, how can I do the exact same thing for a 2015 Q7? In the video when your on the adaption screen, channel 66, you said that for that vehicle is code 47, what would it be for a Q7?

[@jeffreyhorton2719]

FYI, I just subscribed

[@onrd1775]

Just bought an 2013 A4 with mmi plus, what is the cost of adding this feature and does it effect the cars warranty?

[@100Thesniper]

I already have drive select on my Q3 but don't have the individual setting, will this give me that setting????

[@flavius854]

Hi, I want to activate it in an Audi A5 Tfsi B8.5 Facelift. In the 3:20 minute I have seen that you put the number 47, in a pdf that I have seen they put the 46. Is there a difference or does it change something?

[@carlos_sacalul]

Hello. I can do the coding for ADS even though I did not mount the physical button on the car. I have a 2015 A4 Allroad.

[@Iceman125967]

Will this work for a 2010 Audi S4 with the Sport diff and dynamic steering ?

[@jeffreyhorton2719]

Hi, under carmenuoperation, you changed Charisma to 5 and I’ve seen others changed to 1.Whats the difference

[@TikkySupremeShow]

Hi its awesome your thing, but question, if one day you have to do update to mmi 3g + and gps, you lose this mod or not?

[@isaiahmonk8148]

Is the coding process the same for a 2013 Audi A4 or different codes used?

[@thehoodman4258]

Green screen setings works aswell after you activate the modes in obdeleven?

[@razvanlenut6406]

Work great on Audi a4 2015 2.0 tfsi 3G+, thank you☺️

[@blizteredthumbs7911]

did you set to 47 too? I've the same car as you - only 2013

[@Bacho91]

My steering wheel got little stiffer even on the comfort mode.

[@drlu3823]

Would this work for my SQ5 2014 !? like same channel and everything

[@gazbuck1661]

Nice vt and thanks. I achieved the exact same using the CARISTA OBD2 device.

[@Joe-er2ui]

Can you explain how this worked I've just purchased the same is it just a matter of switching it on via the app .unfortunately when I purchased the car I reset the MMI stupid I no 😅

[@tuasr5121]

Legend, thnks !!!

[@DaRkWoRLd1979]

Hey, thanks for the guide! One question, at 03:20 you put it value 47 for your Q5 at channel 66. What code should I enter for my A5 8T?? I don't understand clearly what you said about it. Thanks!

[@4x4trailriders24]

The 47 on channel 66 enables the efficiency setting. In vcds the values can be changed depending on your car. 4 is the most common for pre facelift models as it is default to individual setting. 15 is common for most face lift models as it is a factory setting.

[@Bulldogdrink]

i have make one in my car but after all ... drive select no available" please help me

[@andrei4jesus]

Hi. I have ADS activated by one of my friend and I have sport mode but I can't select it. What do you think?

[@recklessthegoat9318]

Will this be the same for a 2013 s5 premium plus?

[@markusschmidt9441]

The best Men!

[@LenaLena-is8yx]

Hello there. I have a 2014 audi a4 3g plus vehicle, but how to activate the subwoofer in the menu is not active

[@TheRumskin]

DOES THIS WORK ON Q7 2013 PLATE? THANKS

[@koryunmuradyan]

Great tutorial! Do I need to get some sort of hardware installed first to be able to activate it using VCDS? Or even w/o direct controls from dashboard this can be done to be used through MMI? Thanks.

[@almeladze]

Koryun Muradyan, they didnt answer, did they?

[@GodricHood]

Does anyone know what Play protection for Drive Select/Charisma active is for ?

[@kristjanpregeljkrapez1260]

Hello! I have MMI 3G basic....but in Green menu i dont have carbusasignment? Why

[@pierresisca6230]

Ciao grazie al tuo video sono riuscito ad attivare audi drive select e funziona tutto. Ora ti volevo chiedere se la procedura va bene pure ad un audi Q3 del 2016.

[@filthybleeder]

Just had you install this on my B8.5 A5 Cab. Turned up and all sorted in 10 mins. Quality service. Recommended you to a few others at Simply Audi who are interested in getting drive select. what other things can you code in for my car. auto roof, Windows via key ect?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Hey dude! Thanks for the kind words, auto roof and windows is a new module that has to go in the car. This same module will work on your car :) www.advanced-incar.co.uk/products/roof-modules/audi-a5-f5-cabriolet-remote-roof-open-module/

[@Guavaprayingmantis]

If I add drive select via VCDS on '15 Q5, will it adjust suspension and steering wheel when I engage? Or will it just be for looks in MMI? Thanks in advance.

[@quattro4944]

Black Jesus No it won’t

[@Richard-dl2yp]

Will it work with a4 b9 2016??automatic

[@AshleyRose85]

In my 2012 Audi Q5, when I get to the steering assist it says no response from controller. Has anyone else run into this issue?

[@NYGiants4Life]

Can anyone help me. Im trying to buy a Audi A5 SB or a A6. I know the A6 comes with car selection. Does the Audi A5 not have this? What a turnoff. Darn, and I was excited to get the A5 because of the looks.

[@jimbeaver27]

Ok only thing with my Q5 is I don't have the canbusasignment choice. Do you think this needs to be enabled with the VCDS?

[@loganmagnan]

Did you ever figure this out? I have the same issue

[@merkzz.z3900]

would this work on a 2015 A3 ?

[@federico4924]

Can you activate it on a 2010 audi a1?

[@brankoruma563]

Sq5 2013 mmi 3g basic/low ?

[@leszekwarzecha5618]

What to set in channels 64, 65,66? MMI 3g?

[@kevinmcintosh1148]

Will this work on my audi Q5 Plus with mmi 3g 2014 manual gearbox?

[@kevinmcintosh1148]

Sorry Q5 sline plus 2014

[@adek7044]

How to get the engine sound options?

[@killer11843]

Hi i have a Q7 4L (2012) with MMI 3G, I am able to set charisma in the hidden menu but i dont have the options in 09 cent elec, i can see that many of the tutorials have the long coding on a BCM, but i have "ILM Fahrer H31 0400" which doesnt have long coding. I can see the "set Individual" on the CAR menu but it is greyed out. Can anyone help?

[@dworld666]

Similar on my 2012 audi q5 sline v6 .. now I am facing unwanted steering problem, each restart its smooth but all sudden its getting hard just cause I tried same method and did reset my code

[@kbgiggles1]

My car salesman showed me the mode select screen but now I cannot find it. Any thoughts on why? It’s driving me mad 😅

[@xOnyxx88]

Will work with audi a4 b8 allroad quattro 2.0 tdi 2009? Mmi 3G High probably with navi

[@muttayab619]

Have you try?

[@Naud1]

Hi. Does this work for 2010 Audi A5? I have MMI not sure which model.

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

It's unlikely based on the age I'm afraid.

[@evilazza14]

Do you need to buy VCDS to do this, or can you do it on the free version. Could you also link me an adaptor that i can use? Thanks!

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Yes VCDS is required.

[@RayanRamoss]

Can I download this on my laptop

[@IanAndrews2]

Did mine today using vcds and all seems to be working fine and has made a difference to throttle response and gearbox seems more precise. Is it usual to get 2 fault codes in the 5F information electr. (MMI unit) 03276 - please check software version management 03623 - invalid security/release code.

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

I've never seen any fault codes trigger from doing this in house. I imagine they were there before you did the change?

[@IanAndrews2]

@@AdvancedInCarTechnologies Thanks for your reply. I don't think they were there before but hadn't checked for codes for a while. I had EA189 emissions fix reversed recently, would that throw these codes..?

[@akayamy7470]

I have Audi A5 2010 2.0 litre s-line 6 gear manual with mmi 3g high. Can I use this method to activate ADS?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

As long as you have MMI 3G then you're good to go

[@aldinandelija4879]

When I try to do long coding in module 44 - steering assist, i always get an error. Done everything except of that. Audi A5 2013

[@theoamaral]

how do I know my MMI version?

[@almeladze]

this may help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGPQhqCue7WKeLM

[@Elhamdulillah623]

How you Click on the SET INDIVIDUAL?

[@blizteredthumbs7911]

Engine sound... this is the exciting stuff!!! .... Video ends... WTF lads lol So, for the spacific vehicle? you set to 47 ... B8.5 a4 2013 mmi 3g + ... please advise. number to set

[@tiagooliveira4179]

Thank you guys very mutch i have an A5 3.0 tdi 245ps 2012 and it worked fine ADS enable on the screen . 👍 I just didnt tested it on the road to see if it works or does something to the beauviour of the car .

[@jarekp1986]

Why i'm after activating drive select in a4 '13 with 3g plus don't have individual?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

I would go back and double check all your coding and settings!

[@luxurious2201]

After activating this my suspension rose higher and got stiffer. Anyone had the same issue ? I can only change the engine and steering, no suspension option. I have a4 b8 2014

[@Mazzy960]

Hi Krzysztof, I have got the same car as yours; that is to say 2014 Audi A4 2.0TDI S-Line; My Car rides very hard like a tractor on the uneven roads or when drive over the path holes on the road? I even thought changing my shock absorbers and Springs around the Shock absorbers; but found out that it is a very costly process? Now, as you can understand from my explanation; all I want my S-line Audi driving softer? Is there any way to do this? I would like to thank you in advance for all the information or full instruction you provide (or anyone else who has got the knowledge) if you even make your car driving softer? I am waiting for your quick reply? With my Best Regards

[@Leafy_Tree88]

Does this work for an Audi a4 ultra se on a 65 plate?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

It should do as long as you have MMI 3G installed

[@Leafy_Tree88]

@@AdvancedInCarTechnologies I've got the MMI, don't know if it's a 3G though, don't really know how to find out haha

[@wezke4115]

this will only work in a Q5 if the car has drive select right? wont work if the model does not have drive select?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

We had an SQ5 in today that had MMI 3G. We activated Drive Select so we could install Sound Booster.

[@chills2010]

This will work even if you don't have the hardware, Using Vag-com I was able to enable on my 16 A4 B8.5

[@Guavaprayingmantis]

So it isn't just for looks, it actually will change transmission and engine settings?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

It will indeed as long as the car has the correct elements fitted that allow for it to be changed.

[@Guavaprayingmantis]

Advanced In-Car Technologies I see. Can I equip my ‘15 2.0 premium plus to have this hardware, if so could you ballpark cost?

[@RealBreal]

I wish you could come to Barbados and do this for me lol

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Sure - Pay for the flights and accommodation and we'll be there :) We'll do it for free too...

[@RealBreal]

@@AdvancedInCarTechnologies ok Ihope you're serious may have something else I need done I have a Q5 2015 2,0 Tdi and no audi dealer on the island I think it also missed a recall on a adblue software update I'll be in touch

[@RealBreal]

@@AdvancedInCarTechnologies can you give me a direct number to reach you or do I just look on your website?

[@bissauSabi]

hi there, I've got an Audi A5 2012 with MMI 3G, Bluetooth is only compatible for phone conversation and not play music. I am aware that the MMI Bluetooth on audi A5s after 2014 are able to play audio straight from your mobile phone. Does the update in this video resolves my problem? which is to play music from my phone connected to my car Bluetooth?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

+MindTheGap think you have the wrong video bud. This about activating drive select.

[@bissauSabi]

Thanks for your quick reply. Do you know any video that show/explain how i can solve my issue? nice tutorial by the way

[@artek29]

MMI 3G won't allow you to stream music from your phone. You must have MMI 3G Plus (silver buttons) for that to work.

[@ccater0]

Hi, where are you located, I would like you to set this up on my car please?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Hi Craig, We're in Poole, Dorset 👍 Please see our link below: www.advanced-incar.co.uk/contact-us/ *Please note the contact form is currently offline until the 17th February 2023.* Once received, we will be in touch as soon as we can to assist you with your enquiry. Kind regards, Advanced In-Car Team

[@user-dv3rc3mm1t]

does this work on a 2013 audi s4 b8.5

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Hello M, Thank you for getting in touch! For my team to assist you with your enquiry, we would need you to fill in our contact form. Please see our link below: www.advanced-incar.co.uk/contact-us/ Once received, we will be in touch as soon as we can to assist you. Kind regards, Advanced In-Car Team

[@juanbta.garciaoreja2759]

para sq5 no es recomendable. la dirección se ablanda demasiado al igual que la suspensión. El coche se convierte en peligroso ya que deja de ir pegado a la carretera. aun que la sensación de dirección blanda es muy comoda, al pisarle fuerte al coche sigue blanda, al igual que la suspensión y es peligroso. así mismo la entraga de potencia cambia y es mas lenta y progresiva. lo he vuelto a dejar como estaba. No recomiendo realizarlo en la serie Sq5

[@kingjez2903]

works with obdeleven too?

[@calebb2432]

does the OBDEleven pro version allow the same VCDS coding as above? I've managed to complete the green screen actions, however, when I reboot the MMI I see all available driver select options, just mine is all greyed out and not available to select any of them? I presume the coding needs to be done? thanks and appreciate any guidance

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Yes lots of coding needed.

[@emkay1182]

what do i need to connect my Laptop to the car? Is there a guide how to setup everything?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

If you don't have Drive Select then you need to use VCDS to activate it. VCDS only works through a laptop or tablet.

[@emkay1182]

Advanced In-Car Technologies So basically i connect my laptop via that vcds cable to my obd 2. after that i can code things like the parking mirror or ADS etc? Does your tutorial work for an Audi A5 03/2016 with mmi 3G+ and Nav plus? Thank u for ur fast answer!

[@emkay1182]

Advanced In-Car Technologies Can you recommend or send me an link for the right VCDS Software for Cable?

[@random1110111]

Work with the A3's?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Not sure as we haven't tried it. Might be possible with the 8V but will need slightly different coding.

[@Romy_me]

Advanced In-Car Technologies can you make a video with Audi A3 2013 please

[@dworld666]

I got this method tried by a mechanic on my audi q5 2012 s line , it didn't activate function but only that menu appeared in menu list in car. After sometime my steering was getting hard automatically while turning somewhere or whenever I cross 100 kms / hr. I wanted to shift back to normal code but now mechanic told his test tool unable to receive signal from steering module and need to visit audi service center. Please stick to your car and don't do any changes in code. You will be always happy with ur preinstalled functions.. I wasted my time and money behind this , before this my car was running super smooth now everytime steering get hard like hell

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Hi there, Thanks for getting in touch. Sorry to hear you have had issues with Drive Select. If you are UK based then please feel free to get in contact so we can have a look. Failing that maybe try and find an independent Audi specialist who could have a look for you. Hope you get it sorted! Kind Regards Advanced In-Car Team

[@Audifans-gq8fp]

Thanks for the video. My Audi drive select menu comes out.

[@erysanta2928]

Hi. How about activate ADS on Audi A3 8V.?

[@Rabbit88]

Hi. Do you know if this work with MMI 3G Basic?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

As long as you have MMI 3G it should work

[@keshargurung2026]

Hi does it work in a4 2013 se technik

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Do you have navigation or Concert Symphony?

[@keshargurung2026]

Advanced In-Car Technologies yes I do

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

No, do you have navigation or do you have Concert / Symphony?

[@keshargurung2026]

I got nav thankyou

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Ok so as long as it’s MMI 3G or 3G+ then you’re good.

[@michaelshafiro8530]

i’m in the united states, florida but unfortunately i don’t know anyone who does this can someone help?

[@chills2010]

On my 2016 Audi A4 B8.5 with MMI 3g plus Nav, the car image is missing from the display! Any idea how to get it back using vcds?

[@chills2010]

Hello?

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Hello... Is it me you’re looking for? The Image wouldn’t just disappear, something would cause this to happen. Have you changed things with VCDS or had an issue with the sensors themselves.

[@ChristopherHillsChillyChills]

Cause I wonder where you are, and I wonder what you do....Haha - No issues with the sensors and yes I was playing around with VCDS, Just not sure what module I was in and what I did to make it disappear...

[@user-hm3gp9dy7b]

Where about you’re based ? I want to do that to my Audi A5

[@AdvancedInCarTechnologies]

Based in Poole, Dorset

[@user-hm3gp9dy7b]

@@AdvancedInCarTechnologies how much will it cost to do this to my Audi A5 from 2013??