[DaleF]

Just bought new Cross Sport with installed tow package. Remove blank cover and installed Pollack 7pin connector. Using U-haul convertor from 7 pin (round) to 4 pin straight connector. Using volt meter NOT getting any power to the lightning circuit. VW dealer told me I had to pay $139 (one hour labor) charge to “activate” towing wire circuit. Is this ripoff true?

thanks
DaleF

 

[tylerltr450]

For that price you might as well buy VCDS and just do it yourself. With VCDS you will have way more power at your finger tips for just a couple bucks more.

VCDS with HEX-V2 Enthusiast | Ross-Tech

 

[mikehacksthings]

Just bought new Cross Sport with installed tow package. Remove blank cover and installed Pollack 7pin connector. Using U-haul convertor from 7 pin (round) to 4 pin straight connector. Using volt meter NOT getting any power to the lightning circuit. VW dealer told me I had to pay $139 (one hour labor) charge to “activate” towing wire circuit. Is this ripoff true?

thanks
DaleF

Dale,
I literally just got a Veepeak Bluetooth obdc plug in today since I was having an issue with my trailer lights not working. Using that and the car scanner pro app on my phone I was able to recode my towing settings since I wasn’t getting trailer brake light activation.