Many Audi S3 owners seek the convenience of locking their car while the engine is still running. This feature can be particularly useful in scenarios where you need to briefly step out of your vehicle but want to maintain the climate control or ensure the car’s security. While not a default setting, this functionality can often be enabled through coding adjustments using tools like OBDeleven.
This article explores a potential method to activate the “lock car with engine running” feature on your Audi S3 using OBDeleven. We will delve into insights from a forum discussion where users explored different coding approaches to achieve this.
Understanding the Need for Locking with Engine Running
The standard behavior of most modern cars, including the Audi S3, is to prevent locking when the engine is running. This is primarily a safety feature to avoid accidentally locking the keys inside a running vehicle. However, for some drivers, the ability to lock the car momentarily while running offers added convenience and security.
Scenarios where this might be useful include:
- Quick errands where you want to keep the AC or heating running for pets or passengers.
- Briefly leaving the car unattended in areas where you want to deter opportunistic theft.
Initial OBDeleven Approach: Central Electrics
One user, ‘rpj83’, sought to enable this feature and shared their experience on a forum. Another user, ‘dv52 (Australia)’, suggested an initial approach focusing on the Central Electrics module (address hex09) within OBDeleven.
The suggested steps involved accessing the adaptations menu and modifying a specific setting:
- Select Central Electrics: Navigate to the Central Electrics control unit in the OBDeleven app.
- Security Access: Enter security code 31347 to unlock adaptation settings.
- Adaptation: Go to the adaptation menu.
- Search for “Access control”: Look for adaptation channels related to “Access control”.
- Select “Funk bei Klemme 15 ein”. This German phrase translates to “Radio active when terminal 15 is on” or similar, relating to the car’s electrical system state when the ignition is on.
- Change setting to “active”. The original suggestion was to activate this setting.
However, ‘rpj83’ indicated that changing this specific setting, “Funk bei Klemme 15 ein,” did not yield the desired outcome of locking the car with the engine running. It’s important to note that coding results can vary depending on the specific car model, year, and software version.
Exploring KESSY Module Adaptations
In response to the unsuccessful attempt with Central Electrics, ‘dv52’ then suggested exploring the KESSY module (Keyless Entry Start and Start system) at address hex05. KESSY modules manage keyless entry and ignition functions, making it a potentially relevant area for lock-related settings.
‘dv52’ provided a list of adaptation channels within the KESSY module, suggesting that there might be other relevant settings to investigate. While the extensive list of German adaptation names can be daunting, tools like Google Translate can help decipher their potential functions.
Some potentially relevant adaptation channels within the KESSY module, based on their names, could include settings related to:
- Passive Entry/Exit behavior
- Remote control functions (“Funk” in German often relates to radio/remote)
- Locking mechanisms and conditions
Disclaimer: Modifying car settings using tools like OBDeleven should be approached with caution. Incorrect coding changes can lead to unexpected behavior or system malfunctions. Always back up your car’s original settings before making any changes and proceed at your own risk.
Conclusion
Enabling the ability to lock your Audi S3 with the engine running via OBDeleven coding may require exploring different modules and adaptation channels. While the initial suggestion focused on “Central Electrics,” further investigation into the KESSY module and its adaptations might reveal the necessary setting.
Remember to proceed methodically, document your steps, and ideally consult with experienced users or forums dedicated to OBDeleven coding for Audi vehicles. Websites like carcodescanner.store can be valuable resources for further information on automotive diagnostic tools and coding procedures. Always prioritize safety and ensure you understand the potential consequences before making changes to your vehicle’s software.
