For those who hate the artificial engine sound

[monsta]

This guy put a video up on YouTube on how to install a switch to turn the sound actuator on and off on a Mk6.  Most likely the location and unit itself are the same on the mk7

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYzlTOE5H6A

Anyone feeling brave?

Follow up showing the difference;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOZ9-oibQaM

[JellyB]

Thanks for the links.

Was there never a way to do this via VCDS?

[monsta]

Thanks for the links.

Was there never a way to do this via VCDS?

Doesn't look like it unfortunately 

[JellyB]

Shame, I'd even settle for a fuse I could remove so I could run the sport engine profile without the extra droning 

[monsta]

Shame, I'd even settle for a fuse I could remove so I could run the sport engine profile without the extra droning 

If you check other videos that guy posted he puts a switch in the engine bay which is actually quite tidy. 

This isn't a mod I'll be attempting as I quite like the sound actuator, just stick it in normal/eco to turn it down

[GTI7me]

Shame, I'd even settle for a fuse I could remove so I could run the sport engine profile without the extra droning 

This would be ideal. Wonder how to find it out which fuse it is?

J

[JellyB]

Yep that was pretty cool..

But I'd want it on a micro switch on the last 5% of pedal travel 

[GTI7me]

Yep that was pretty cool..

But I'd want it on a micro switch on the last 5% of pedal travel 

Even better idea!! Although it would be nice to turn it off altogether by pulling a fuse.

J

[Mark V GTD]

It does not have its own fuse nor does it have its own identity on the canbus system so you cant de-activate with VCDS. The only way to get rid of it is to physically remove it or its power supply or add a switch.

[VWNOS]

I take it the "enhanced" sound isn't good then? Does it compare with putting cards in your bike spokes as a kid ?.