Bring back DSG S mode in 2023 - T6.1?

[Mianch]

Hi all,

I was wondering whether it would be possible to bring back s-mode on my 2023 California Ocean.
Here's a picture of a version with S-mode. (Not pull-back but separate S position) I think this is an older version.



Here is a picture of my cali.





What happens if I just remove the bump? Anyone tried this before?
Can someone share a picture of their T6.1 DSG selector box which does have S-mode?

Warm regards,
M

 

[RobertO2023]

I’m guessing not possible? It’s in the early T6.1 gbox software, also that included the launch control. I tested a very early T6.1 DSG and in real world driving can’t say that it was any advantage. Your best bet is a DSG remap which I’ve had done. Better shift intervals ie closer matched to the engine torque curve

 

[kevinm]

Would you not just fit a steering wheel with paddles? Straight swap and no coding needed. I did this on my 2023 build 150 dsg.

T6.1 steering wheel with paddles

i know this question has been asked regarding the T6, but is there a direct replacement wheel featuring the DSG paddles and retain the T6.1 airbag. From what I understand the airbag won’t fit on many other VW wheels. many thanks

www.t6forum.com

 

[Mianch]

Would you not just fit a steering wheel with paddles? Straight swap and no coding needed. I did this on my 2023 build 150 dsg.

Hi Kevin,
I hear that is has to be a specific steering wheel. Not all will work. Which one did you use.?

 

[kevinm]

2G0 419 089 D

The factory wheel was Rev B. I have adaptive cruise which does affect which wheel you have.

This is the proper paddle wheel for T6.1’s. It is listed in etka for them.

 

[archersam]

Cut it out - whats the worst that will happen?

Can always sugru or plastic weld the "stop" back in

 

[Mianch]

2G0 419 089 D

The factory wheel was Rev B. I have adaptive cruise which does affect which wheel you have.

This is the proper paddle wheel for T6.1’s. It is listed in etka for them.

https://www.airbag-shop.nl/nl/auto-onderdelen/besturing/stuurwiel/product/807924/volkswagen-vw-golf-8-stuur-f1-multifunctioneel-5h0419089bp?utm_source=marktplaats&utm_medium=referral

This one?

 

[Mianch]

Cut it out - whats the worst that will happen?

Can always sugru or plastic weld the "stop" back in;

;-) I agree not a big problem. However I first want to see if someone on this forum can send me a picture of their DSG selector with (Pull-back ) S-mode.

 

[archersam]

;-) I agree not a big problem. However I first want to see if someone on this forum can send me a picture of their DSG selector with (Pull-back ) S-mode.

Here you go.

 

[sdlnet]

Looking forward to seeing the outcome to this one

 

[Mianch]

I’m guessing not possible? It’s in the early T6.1 gbox software, also that included the launch control. I tested a very early T6.1 DSG and in real world driving can’t say that it was any advantage. Your best bet is a DSG remap which I’ve had done. Better shift intervals ie closer matched to the engine torque curve

Yes done this already. How I understand this is that this improve all modes. Normal, Sport and manual shift mode.

Here you go.

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Thanks

 

[RobertO2023]

Have you now got Sport mode.?

 

[kevinm]

https://www.airbag-shop.nl/nl/auto-onderdelen/besturing/stuurwiel/product/807924/volkswagen-vw-golf-8-stuur-f1-multifunctioneel-5h0419089bp?utm_source=marktplaats&utm_medium=referral

This one?

That’s not the part number I quoted. The wheel in the link definitely won’t work, the airbag mounts are different.

 

[Mianch]

I will give this a try when I'm back from my winter trip to Sweden.

 

[Mianch]

I will give this a try when I'm back from my winter trip to Sweden.

Ok I just shaved of the notch but no S mode. I’ll start digging in the VCDS settings.

 

[RobertO2023]

I Didn't think such a mod would achieve S mode. What are the advantages of S mode? I’ve had a dsg remap which is more closely matched to the torque curve - a dream to drive - especially when towing.

 

[Zave]

I've got a DSG T6. S mode is useless.

 

[archersam]

I've got a DSG T6. S mode is useless.

All it does as far as I know is hold the gear longing before changing to the next one.

 

[n10n]

All it does as far as I know is hold the gear longing before changing to the next one.

It's also more annoying aggressive in downshifting and prevents stop/start. All in all, not very useful. When I did not yet have my DSG mapped I used it in smaller hilly/curvy roads where D would struggle trying to climb hills at 1200rpm

 

[archersam]

It's also more annoying aggressive in downshifting and prevents stop/start. All in all, not very useful. When I did not yet have my DSG mapped I used it in smaller hilly/curvy roads where D would struggle trying to climb hills at 1200rpm

Ah ok I've only used it to hold a gear to deal with something specific then knock it back to normal. I’ve bupassed my stop start as it’s not very useful.