Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2001 Audi A8L Quattro Sedan (4D8) V8-4.2L (AKB)FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Code Control Module (Function 07)
This function is used to code the radio or the following:
- Radio configuration
- Sound system
- Number of passive loudspeakers
- Country identification
NOTE:
- The coding procedure is used to set the various radio configuration options.
- The term "antenna with remote power supply" refers to active antennas (e.g. rear window antennas) which are powered via the HF cable.
- The coding must always correspond to the equipment installed in the vehicle.
Coding procedure
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
- Press buttons -0- and -7- to select "Code Control Module" function 07.
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer Q
07 - Code Control Module
- Press -Q- button to confirm input.
Indicated on display
Code Control Module Q
Input code number XXXXX 06812
- Input code number per coding table.
Coding: 00117 (example)
- Country identification: 0 = standard
- Sound coordination: 0 = standard
- Number of passive loudspeakers: 1 = 1 passive loudspeaker, left-front (BOSE with telephone or navigation)
- Sound system: 1 = BOSE sound system
- Radio configuration: 7 = radio system with CD changer unit and secondary display
Indicated on display (the control module identification and the coding that was input)
4B0035186 Radio D01 ->
Coding 00117 WSC 06812
- Press -> button to end coding.
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer HELP
Select function XX
- Press buttons -0- and -6- to select "End Output" function 06.
Indicated on display
Rapid data transfer Q
06 - End Output
- Press -Q- button to confirm input.
Radio coding table
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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