Fake Engine Noises ~ How To Disable Soundaktor on MK8 GTI and Golf R

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Fake engine noises and fake exhaust tips are on many modern cars. Today I will show you how fake noises are added to a car, what the system ACTUALLY sounds like, and how to disable the Soundaktor on MK8 GTI and Golf R. This will apply to other VWs as well. Turning the Soundaktor down, or off will give you an idea of what the car actually sounds like. So here is how to disable the SoundAktor . #humblemechanic #howto #DIY
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@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

Jump to <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="122">2:02</a> for pulling fuse method, and <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="254">4:14</a> for scan tool method! Im excited to get the MK8 properly sorted. Its a super fun car, but we can make it al little better :)

@tylerbradford427 2 года назад

We’ll be here with u the whole way, I don’t even own one of these cars but your content is too good to miss out on Charles

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

THANK YOU!!@!

@ericyi5419 2 года назад

Hey charles when you say if you do the pulling fuse method “youll probably end up with a fault” what do you mean exactly? Will you get a warning light/notification when starting the car? Thanks!

@abdbach379 2 года назад

At 4:54 It didn't store the fault in the Soundaktor itself because it was off when the fault occurred (you pulled the fuse XD) And since it's selected in the installation list in the Gateway module, other modules were expecting messages from it and couldn't communicate with it (in case of the ECM, it transmits info like engine rpm for the Soundaktor to generate the correct sound tone and frequency and it's synced with the engine).

@LGNYR 2 года назад

@@HumbleMechanic I found on my 7.5 R the soundaktor was decent on 10% and wasnt very intrusive. Have you found out how to code the exhaust valves always open?

@HorsTeets 2 года назад

Just bought a Cupra Formentor VZ ( VAG product, cousin of the Golf 8 R, basically same drivetrain and interior ) and followed these instructions to mute the sound actuator in the 2nd day of ownership. Thank you very much, now I can enjoy the exhaust sound!

@MyerShift7 2 года назад

Really interesting! Count me in the "hate it" camp when it comes to the SoundAktor

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

Lol

@gregordiseth6651 2 года назад

I think some of the reasons this fake sound is added, is that engines are simply just quieter from the factory. We have insulation in the compartment (including the beauty cover), fluid filled engine mounts in some cars, subframes, a soft dogbone mount, etc. Manufacturers can't make everyone happy, and engineers work overtime to minimize NVH. With that said, a user selectable adjustment for the Soundaktor level would be a nice feature in a setup menu somewhere. I personally have the level set to zero via VCDS, I'd rather listen to my Fender sound system and not have fake sound compete with it. With all that said, that nice bit of crackle from the factory is a nice touch!

@jdrs4214 2 года назад

As Scotty Kilmer always says: “Engine beauty covers are stupid, and over-engineering is a terrible idea.” I’ll give you two examples: A BMW with fingerprint sensors on the door handles. (If one of those sensors shorts out, it will pull the whole car network down to chassis ground. That means you won’t be able to start the car, much less drive it.) Engine noise simulators on the comfort control module. Why tf would you want to mask the real sounds of your vehicle’s heart (engine)??? (You have to listen to your vehicle’s heart for its vital signs.) I think Scotty has a point. Engineers work overtime to complicate simple functions of vehicles, and crush consumers by forcing them to get them fixed at stealerships. Oh please!!!!! Spare me the praising of engineers and wake tf up!!! I’d like to think that you’re a human and not some farm animal. Don’t you see that most new cars connect to the industrial datagrade interphase, which can be hacked by let say…… any government willing to merc you, and steer you off of existence to your eternal silence??

@devlintaylor9520 2 года назад

@@jdrs4214 I kind of agree with you, but I wouldn't quote Scotty Kilmer hes a delusional old man

@Skellotronix 2 года назад

@@devlintaylor9520 Not entirely, he has good points and lots of information regardless of his opinions. Too many new cars seem to be over engineered in one way or another.

@Swordie100 Год назад

Why have big large sound dampeners (in the exhaust system) and then add fake sound, which isn't even toggle-able? Just idiotic.

@gabrielv.4358 Год назад

No. Any fake engine sound should have been BANNED

@derrickmuilenburg8692 2 года назад

Heck yes, I just did this with VCDS this morning! I had done the same in my MK7 GTI and never looked back.

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

SAME!! The first mod my 7.5 got

@MC-gp1zg 2 года назад

Great content. A video on how to turn off default lane assist / default sport mode and auto stop/start. Just 3 things I’m sure are bugging owners like me and probably you. I’ll keep looking out for new videos👍👍

@rabbitenjoyer6320 2 года назад

Mk8 has a surprisingly nice exhaust note, especially compared to the Mk7 factory exhaust!

@TheLawnmowerLady 2 года назад

I remember you doing a video a while ago about this. It was crazy I thought at the time, and still think the same. Thanks for the video.

@ilimit 2 года назад

Ah, vcds coding just like the mk7. The stock exhaust sounds way better than the mk7 from factory. Interesting to find the fuse box right where the drivers side cubby once was. That cubby is one of my favorite features 😂

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

I know!! I miss my cubby and sunglass holder.

@CJKnowsTECH 2 года назад

Nice! I need to get this done to my MK8 asap...great videos

@Honky_Konky_Phooey 2 года назад

First thing I did was turn that crappy soundaktor off quickly followed by stop/start , great video 👍🇬🇧

@frasermillar9919 2 года назад

Love that it’s the manual you have 😍

@craigbomer8962 2 года назад

It's always fun to run system tests on weird systems. Back when I worked for Porsche, I liked to make Cayennes "dance" by running the PDCC hydraulic sway bar actuation tests.

@foxisretrofitting4556 2 года назад

I like this. Straight and too the point process and you paid attention to detail. I cringed when I originally heard these systems were being put into gasoline cars. Electric cars sure I could see it but come on whats the point in having a "sport trimmed" car like the GTI or Golf R and not being able to just hear the car how it is.

@dni4ss Год назад

Very good explanation! Thank you! Please if you can make a video and how we can cancel the coasting function for mk8 gti or r 😬

@erikthie2253 2 года назад

love this content. i am guessing my vw r is on the bottom of the ocean or burning in the boat in portugal... i hope i have one by the end of the year!

@panzerveps 2 года назад

Gotta love doing SW updates on these cars, and having the soundaktor activating for the duration of the update (can last for hours on ID3 and 4)

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

HAHAH BBOOOOWWWWWWPPPPPPPP

@minecraft12345tipps 8 месяцев назад

I can feel it... I hate this flash... and all my coworkers hate it too :D Grüße aus Deutschland. Wir haben die scheiße Entwickelt... :D

@GTIMAN2010 2 года назад

Just finished coding today with vcds. Thanks for the information!

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

Sweet!

@eliram1600 2 года назад

Awesome vid, thanks for sharing. I’m waiting for my R to make it in, any day now!

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

You’re gonna love it

@crxtodd16 2 года назад

Nice work, as usual!

@chaz4310 2 года назад

Yessss mk8 contenttttt!!!! Woooooo eff yeah Charles!

@BobSnyderSnyderssoapbox Год назад

Too bad they don't include these settings for the customer in the vehicle settings. Not only do I want to turn off the soundaktor, I also want to turn off the start/stop "feature." It is annoying. I shouldn't have to buy VCDS and take a chance on messing something up as a customer. Keep up the good work. I've enjoyed your videos for a long time. I owned an 83/84 GTI used, as a kid. It was a blast. The Mk8 I just bought is full of sensors, and modules. It is crazy how complex they have made things over the years. I though the old fuel distributor was a pain.

@renerobes30 2 года назад

"Scotty, give me warp 10!" WoooooooOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! There's a "Symposer" tube in my car that channels actual engine intake sounds into the cabin. Some stuff a cloth in the tube or remove it altogether, eliminating the effect. I'm OK with the Symposer, but synthetic sound "no es bueno". You'd think they would make it easier to disable. Thanks for sharing!

@corydenning 4 месяца назад

Congratulations love the car Not a big fan of the body kit but I’m more of a sleeper guy. But if you love it. That’s all that matters great channel great group of guys.

@aw614 2 года назад

The first time I drove a friend's mk7 rabbit edition at an autocross, the vibrations caught me off guard thinking something was wrong. My MK6 just had the simple soundaktor in the cowl that I unplugged and that was the end of that lol.

@Troglodyte_2.0 2 года назад

Bauce for sure…excited for a downpipe and exhaust video

@dorkultra 2 года назад

stock exhaust sounds so much better than it did on the stock 7.5R, love those pops

@danielkim8127 2 года назад

Omg! Great video!!! Hoping you can do a video regarding doing the oil change 👍🏻 Keep it up!!

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

I did one on a mk7.5. It’s pretty similar

@STR_F8R 6 месяцев назад

Awesome content always. Do you know how to disable the exhaust valve flaps on the Golf 8 R 2023 using obdeleven, and can you advise on the steps to peform the task. Thank you kindly.

@arthurvidal1180 Год назад

just what i needed, thanks !

@JoeyLovesTrains 2 года назад

I really wanna see euro tail light swap! The amber turn signals are nice, but I hate how it’s just amber when the turn signal is on, I’d rather the brake lights be separate from the turn signals

@depressedsweater 2 года назад

I don't understand why you have to jump though so many hoops to turn it off. They should have the option from the factory.

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

You can kinda. If you set it in custom drive mode. But on this one it resets every time you cycle the key.

@blower1 2 года назад

@@HumbleMechanic Probably not supposed reset on a key cycle - but as you will find in time, there are a b-zillion things on the mk8 head unit / system software that it is not supposed to do but randomly or intermittently will do, just to keep you on your toes (or drive you nuts!)

@mgobluevictor 2 года назад

@@HumbleMechanic Do you mean that it resets back to Sport mode (not that it resets the Custom mode sound back to something other than "pure")?

@iuopunderstandyourjokes9914 Год назад

@@mgobluevictoratleast the us models have a pure mode. My mom has a german model and the most normal sounding one is comfort

@Gert4R 2 года назад

You’re really making me want an R again lol. I miss my MK7 R so much.

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

This one is so good!

@kevinpinkney1258 Год назад

Dude love your vidz. I just came from a MK6 GTI manual and the inclined brake hold was subtle and would release when you hit the gas. On The MK8 Golf R it feels random and more sensitive to incline angle and does not release when you hit the gas it feels time based and has caused me to stall out at the worse times possible. is there a way to disable the inclined Brake Hold on the MK8 Golf R Manual? if so can you make a video. ?

@WUGcatsvt 2 года назад

I'm excited to see you purchased the Mk8 R. I am wondering if you have any insight into the headlights on the US version. Do the headlights have the guts to be able to turn on an adaptive mode like they have in Europe? Now that Adaptive headlights are approved for US use, I'd like to figure out if there is a way to turn on the function using VCDS.

@qwerty021021 2 года назад

It would be interesting to get a Raspberry Pi with a microphone to produce an active noise control through the system. Getting rid of tire noise and/or wind noise through active noise control using that system would be a definite quality of life improvement in any vehicle.

@qwerty021021 2 года назад

Looks like it has been at least thought of before. Here is a Reddit link to someone else thinking of this. Even with a 20ms response time with road or wind noise would be fine since it takes at least that long for sounds/air to settle in a car. I agree with using Python on the Pi: www.reddit.com/r/raspberry_pi/comments/6azbel/raspberry_pi_for_heavy_dsp_purposes_active_noise/

@Jose-rj6oe 2 года назад

Put a patent on that!

@gregordiseth6651 2 года назад

Some manufacturers use the stereo speakers for noise cancellation, microphones pick up road noise and feed it into a module that inverts the noise and feeds it to the speakers. That's an idea I like, especially if it's adjustable! Especially on long, boring highway trips.

@Random_Banshee 2 года назад

That's already a thing, all of the bigger Audis have it and probably others, too. Not just using the speakers, but mainly the windshield as well, to actively cancel out any humming noises.

@rainertews1641 8 месяцев назад

Hi, thank you for your video. Do you know how to to that change on a Golf Mark 8 GTE?

@Nabeelco 2 года назад

Interesting that it's more like the ID.4. I'm really curious about the MQBevo vs MEB differences. I know MQBevo is CAN-FD instead of normal CAN for the MQB cars, but I'm curious what else is different between MQB vs MEB VS MQBevo.

@karstgeo7290 2 года назад

Buddy just got one and I was surprised at the stock exhaust sounds!

@tomthompson7400 2 года назад

Well done.

@thefishbro9047 2 года назад

Awesome video, I am going to do this on my Golf R I just picked up today! Do you know if VCDS can code it so that the car remembers the last driving mode it was in? Most times I want to leave it in comfort mode as I drive a lot of my family about

@mackjsm7105 2 года назад

I love this dude!!!

@peterberbee 2 года назад

Hi. I was wondering if it is possible to turn off the exhaust crackles and pops on overrun? To my ear, the crackles and pops sound like something is wrong with the overrun fuel cutoff. A wonderful sound in a rally car from 30+ years ago. It sounds synthetic and phony in a modern car to me. Soundaktor is on our mk7.5 GTI. Thanks for the instructions. Engine sound fine on its own.

@cs_yt 2 года назад

You got me for a sec. Unplug/fuse removal?! 😲 I only accept clean solutions.😅

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

Scan tool it is. LOL thats how I did it.

@Mr.Greenjeans 2 года назад

Love that new R 😍. Is there a fuse I can pull for the soundaktor on my Mk6 GTI? I don’t really want to pull the wipers and cowl to get to it. I’m afraid I’d break something. Thanks

@hassenkhan5898 2 года назад

Looking at the wiring schematic might not be a great idea to pull the fuse correct me if I'm wrong but There's an internal connection A38 which is a ignition on power feed that might be feeding other components on the vehicle better option would be using vcds.

@theskateboardt619 2 года назад

Hey Charles have you ever done a video on the mk6,MK7, or the B7 Passat Traction control install videos I know that you can get a button and then install it yourself but then you have to go into the ABS module on your software and add it somehow or something along those lines aren’t too many Clear videos on how to do that

@denistremblay4713 2 года назад

I just ordered a Golf R 2022 TODAY and this is really good for me, i will be turning it off. Maybe i won't get noticed by the police as much. So thank you thank you so much. Matching your videos conviced me to get that Golf R. Hope to see some upgrades on this car :-)

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

Sweet!!! I’m trying to have a complete guide for the mk8

@MiCoopRS Год назад

Denis.... HOW are you liking the G R 2022.... what did you drive when all the Police "noticed" you... I had an AMG GLA45... ya too many Police on my back... the Clash song too....

@denistremblay4713 Год назад

@@MiCoopRS I am still waiting lol

@gvi341984 2 года назад

Will you ever make a video on all the cars you own? Also, thanks for your replys that's why I like watching this channel

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

They have all been on at some point. I’m maybe on the Vlog channel I will

@jannikk6556 2 года назад

Really happy that you were able to do this coding via VCDS. The A9 module was not visible in VCDS in my car similar to your Golf mk.8 (Cupra brand, not sold in the US), so had to disconnect the plug to disable the soundaktor.

@jackmcdonald8355 2 года назад

Did you get any errors? I want to remove the broken soundaktor in my MK7.

@jannikk6556 2 года назад

@@jackmcdonald8355 My car had so many errors, so one more didn’t make a difference 🙂 I was unable to clear errors with VCDS in my car. Disconnecting the plug will not impede the function of the car at all, so you can also do that without issue. Perhaps removing the fuse is easier, as suggested in the video. Its easier to re-insert the fuse if the car has to go to the dealer.

@jackmcdonald8355 2 года назад

@@jannikk6556 lol I literally just unplugged it. No errors so far 😂 My car is tuned, so the power train warranty is donezo anyway lol

@Riyazatron 2 года назад

Formentor or Leon?

@tof3275 2 года назад

Hi, there great video 😊 I would like to go the other way. I have an Audi A3 1.9Tdi 8P1 2009 I would like to start the lock/unlocking chirp. I have a MAXICUE OBD reader. Can you please explain when I can find this in the menu system? Tony P.S already subscribed 👍

@HypnoticMilotic 2 года назад

Video idea - I’d love to see you dive into the puddle lights on the mirrors. One of the things I’ve always wanted to do is fabricate something to shine a Decepticon logo on the ground, rather than an R. 😂 I have no idea if it’s possible, but I’d love to see you snoop around in there. 😂😂😂😂

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

Oh that is awesome. I do now have a set of mirror housings. I just installed power folds.

@HypnoticMilotic 2 года назад

@@HumbleMechanic FOR SCIENCE. 😂👨‍🔬 🧪

@patrickwong4405 2 года назад

Can you look into adding the automatic brake hold function? Can’t believe they removed it for the North American models.

@bladejames8208 2 года назад

Lane keep assist. On MK7.5 vehicles you could go through adaptations/coding and set it for increased response which would take it from "drunk drviving" bouncing from lane line to lane line, to the new settings which will actually allow the car to lane center lane assist. Did this in my 19 Golf R and my 19 Alltrack. Absolutely made the biggest driving difference of any software tweak.

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

I may or may not have done this. I worry about sharing messing with it. I hate to think someone having issues

@bladejames8208 2 года назад

@@HumbleMechanic I did not think about that, the liabilities, even if you disclose "for informational purposes only". I am just a random owner. You on other hand have been/are a mechanic and RU-vid. "Good call not giving a tutorial on changing lane assist programing". With that being said, I think you would agree, the new coding makes a huge difference in daily, general drive ability. 👊👍

@Fastboi69420 2 года назад

For anyone wondering about this just do it it’s easy and great, if you break it and you can’t drive without lane keep assist you shouldn’t be driving anyway

@Delcaek 10 месяцев назад

@@HumbleMechanic Is this an US spec thing? My wife drives an EU spec e-Golf from 2020 that has all the fancy driving assists that I could order here in Germany and while it doesn't feel as good as a more modern car, it's still...okay I guess? I mean it keeps me in the center of the road on roads with good markings at least and doesn't bounce from line to line.

@ZenzDeluxe 7 месяцев назад

@@Delcaek I drive a EU '21 8 R, it works perfectly fine and keeps me centered.

@partyanimal8851 2 года назад

Can you let me know if the driver seat is adjustable up & down? Thanks

@Wootstapler 2 года назад

I'll be honest, when I heard that the B8.5 S4's had a Soundaktor I was so turned off when I bought mine. When I experienced it, (on Dynamic) it wasn't as bad as I thought it was. IMO it helps you hear what the car is doing under load. Since I like my tunes turned up I can hear it better. Now if it was tuned and not stock, that might be a different story. Just my two cents.

@DanUtley 2 года назад

I like mine in my GTI so I can hear the engine while driving when listening to music. It’s just present enough that I can always hear the engine. Otherwise, when I’ve tried with it off, I have to pay more attention to the tach than I usually would.

@johnfaloni6171 2 года назад

I would be interested in turning auto hold off or at a minimum shortening the length of time before it releases.

@Teaz88 2 года назад

I just did that to my 2022 gti and it indeed remove the take sound but gave ma errors for the Auto hold function and for the parking brake. Any ideas?

@yanndiy 2 года назад

Hello Charles. Any issue encountered on scan tools? Apparently there is a lock called SFD on newer golf mk8 in Europe. Some modules are simply locked, inaccessible

@amhr58 2 года назад

I heard the soundActkor (?) was to provide feedback to the driver since some VW interiors were well insulated from outside noise. Is this true? In theory, would it be weird for the driver if they felt and heard very little from the engine while driving? Also, are these different concepts on the regular MK7 golf? Thanks!

@redsiput44 Год назад

Dear Charles, is it possible vcds/obd11 to turn on dynamic turn signal on a non dynamic turn signal IQ headlights? Huge thanks from Malaysia.

@ajmark2031 2 года назад

Be interested if you can code off auto stop start.

@joeball6352 2 года назад

On the subject of VCDS, I wonder if you can help me. I have an ABS fault (1186-coding invalid), how do I get hold of the module access code so I can recode it?

@Speedybe Год назад

Hey man i came across you channel here by bumping on the for you page on tiktok love it so far !! so i have a cupra with same fake noise, but if you turn it of will the factory pops be less ?

@HumbleMechanic Год назад

THANK YOU! So no less pops in the mk8 with soundaktor off.

@xav3ng3rx 2 года назад

Yes more Golf R videos! Please look into hill hold please

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

YES.. help me out on this one. what exactly do we want it to do, or not do?

@xav3ng3rx 2 года назад

@@HumbleMechanic I have the R with manual. I have experimented with the hill hold and looked into other people's experience as well. It doesn't release if I blip the throttle (I think that's how previous gen was?), it only releases after some predetermined time. I don't think pushing through the hill hold is any good for the clutch or the braking system when I really need to move my car for whatever reason. I want to know if it's possible to decrease the time or even turn it completely off.

@ARentz07 2 года назад

I unplugged it on my Mk7 GTI and had no faults. The menu to adjust the sound also still functioned. It's like the car didn't know it was unplugged.

@greasyginzo 2 года назад

What kinds of coding can you do for more features on the MK8 cars?

@alexandercooper8743 2 года назад

Thats fantastic. My Mk8 Golf R has just been built and waiting for delivery. Can you do another video to show how to turn off the grill lightbar for those who dont like it... That would be amazing as i know many people dont like it.

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

That’s awesome. Lighting is proving to be challenging on this car. But I’m working through it

@alexandercooper8743 2 года назад

@@HumbleMechanic Thanks for replying. I did see somewhere that you can undo 2 screws to remove the grill and then when its free a bit you can disconnect the lightbar connectors, 1 at either end of the grill..... but i dont know if this would throw a fault code? I would test it myself but my Golf 8R was only built 1 week ago and im still waiting for it 👍

@philipmackin1025 2 года назад

@@alexandercooper8743 Hopefully it's not one burning up on VW's contracted vehicle transporter, Felicity Ace, that is on fire near the Azores. Due to the timing, yours has not been loaded yet.

@tysonprice Год назад

i would like to see someone do a video for the 40th Ann edition

@tylerm.9408 2 года назад

Charles (or anybody) do you know if there is a Soundaktor on the 2018 Audi Q5? I could only find information on the SQ5.

@YZFR_6 2 года назад

I got the golf 8 R wagon (same system and everything) so what I don't ger is in the "pure" mode the fake sound is turned off right? It s just hearable in the "race" setting?

@robarakira 2 года назад

Do you know if North American Golf R's have the same new particulate filter as the new European Golf R's?

@josiahlinquist4043 2 года назад

So what's the difference between dtcs and faults in the ecu?

@mattbaird5467 Год назад

Make more mk6 golf r videos please!!!

@36ChambersOfFear 2 года назад

I would imagine a similar method exists out there for the new Civic SI which also has that pumped in engine sound.

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

its REALLY common

@rl8837 2 года назад

This is amazing, I have a MK8 GTI, I’m assuming it’s a similar process. Can you do one for reducing the hill assist on the 6 speed? The 3 second delay is brutal if trying to beat traffic on a slight incline.

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

It’s exactly the same on GTI. And for the rest I’m working through it :)

@jjjohnson5413 Год назад

@@HumbleMechanic any success on this ?

@bowstobourbon 4 месяца назад

Is there a cheaper way to mute (other than the fuse) or is it worth getting the VCDS for other things to?

@Aleks_Mechanics 2 года назад

Notification squad!🔥🔥🔥

@Montblanc1986 2 года назад

When I pull up to the car meet I whip out a soundaktor test to boost everyone's morale.

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

HAHHA YEASSSS

@MarounElKhoury1 Год назад

So I removed the fuse on the Cupra Formentor VZx and it's kills the air con, traction control button and auto hold. Guess I'll try obd eleven

@cajunstrat 2 года назад

Hello Charles, thanks for these tips and solutions. I have another question: What is the proper engine breaking routine? Is it the same as what the manual recommends, are is it "balls 2 the wall" right off the dealer's lot?

@Car00071 2 года назад

I would follow the manual break in procedure.

@CaffienatedMothman 2 года назад

I can see a speaker being a fun little feature if you can change the sounds. I'd love to make my car sound like a transformer when I shift.

@andyp5000 2 года назад

i done this on my mk7.5 dsg after putting on my remus with res delete, I put it to 0% using obd11. It used to sound way louder and more pops and bangs but recently its alot quieter, foot off accelerator once slowing down it changed gear it would have poped n banged alot. I have sealed up all the connections but do you have any idea why its got alot quieter, is something blocking up etc. just trying to figuer out why its suddenly got alot quieter in sport mode ? Any help appreciated ?

@mattmckay5054 2 года назад

I like the sound aktor on my MK7.5 just not the accompanying rattle in the dash.

@jacobmiller5180 2 года назад

I see that vcds is a software, where do I plug my computer to the car? Or is it plugging in to a tool that plugs into the module you removed

@8r334 2 года назад

Thanks for this! Wondering if when you lower your R are you going to use springs or coil overs? Thanks in advance!👍

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

I have adjustable springs ready to go.

@8r334 2 года назад

@@HumbleMechanic ah ok! I was hoping you were going to the springs lol! I did mine with Racingline 25mm and was hoping you were going to do a video on the suspension adaptation procedure. Can’t wait to see what you do in the future! Thanks!

@JacobFrey 2 года назад

Just watched and listened through my GLI speakers, I imagine this is exactly what it would sound like if I ran the test on my own car. 😆

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

Hahhaha

@dj-vy3yl 2 года назад

If I set the engine sound to pure will that leave the valves open ? And delete the fake sound ?

@mikeburton8426 8 месяцев назад

Nice, I just used my OBD 11 and turned it down. BUT, because this is the absolute best channel for golf r. I am starting to hate my 7.5 . It is a 2019 with only 35k kms on it. The suspension, at slow speeds over speed bumps or road “wallows” just creaks terribly. The dealership, when it was under warranty, said they couldn’t find anything other than a tight headlight levelling device. I’ve read a ton on various forums and there does not seem to be a definitive answer, but surely a lot of discussion so it is a fault with the car. How do I fix it? Is it the sway bar links, the rubber bushings somewhere, the springs? I had the same problem in my 90’s era ford truck based SUV’s, I did not expect it from this car and it is hugely disappointing. HELP

@ravinduchanaka2304 2 года назад

dear sir i have vw passat 2008 v6 fsi engine sir i have issue p0341 i changed cam shaft sensor still have same problem . problem is less pulling power but up to 4000 rpm good power but 1000to 3000 less pulling power sir i need your help plz

@ImDependentFilms 2 года назад

Is it possible to make the car make spaceship test sounds while driving instead of fake exhaust system noises?

@Kaanakx 8 месяцев назад

My friend, If you put the vcds/obd11 in your car is that gonna be a problem with you warranty?

@detailaddict9936 2 года назад

So pulling fuse 59 works to disable the pumped in sound but you also lose AC and your HomeLink rear view mirror functionality. Those are the only things that I noticed. Not a good trade off. Either unplug or a scan tool is your best options. Hope this helps.

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

100% NOT A GOOD ONE!

@kushty9673 2 года назад

can the exhaust tips be easily replaced on the mk8 R?

@dailydad6335 2 года назад

I installed the R sound effect app into my renault fluence, i did that to cover the noise of annoying diesel tractor sound 😅

@vaxfreebud 2 года назад

I removed this fuse on my 2022 MK8 GTI, and the AC stopped working, also the backup camera was glitching out bad not activating until I was already backing up, or not at all. I reinstalled the fuse and everything went back to normal

@adi404 2 года назад

nice

@clubsport9118 4 месяца назад

UK RHD R20... pulled F59 and got Auto-Hold error... any clues ? (did not affect SoundAktor)

@slamminx3 2 года назад

Are the exhausts the same as the MK7.5? They look slightly thicker

@WPman911 2 года назад

How about some interior mods? Maybe wrapping the gloss black trim with a matte gray wrap? I’m thinking there maybe some tolerance issues with the film between panels?

@HumbleMechanic 2 года назад

yeah a few of them are tight!!! My 7.5 is full of PB, its not bad.. but wrapping it might be really cool

@WPman911 2 года назад

@@HumbleMechanic Maybe a joint video with Paul? It could give you guys a chance to level up your epic wrapping skills. 😀