2012 "NMS" Passat TDi does not have the same options as the Euro "B7" counterpart?

RevTDi said:

Good Day Everyone!
I've recently purchased a 2012 Passat TDi SE 6-speed and I've noticed there are some options that are on the Euro versions but not on the US.
Central Locking: not an option
Remote Windows: not an option
My goal is to disable the lock buttons on the rear doors, and enable the remote window up/down capabilities.
A bonus would be change tire/wheel size and modify the engine tune.
I'm disappointed that the UK/Euro Passats have more options than the US versions but not surprised.
What's the best method to accomplish these changes?
Can VAG handle all of these options? Ross-Tech?
I'm certainly open to suggestions!
thanks, HT

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VeeDubTDI said:

The B7 *IS* the Euro version (thanks Vortex for perpetuating the misinformation). US version is referred to as the NMS.

The two vehicles are almost completely different... Size, shape, everything. All they really share is the name "Passat."

We have not figured out how to do remote windows yet - only sunroof opening via remote.

As for the rear door locks, this may be an option in VCDS but I don't know. So far you're the first person to bring that specific subject up.

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40X40 said:

Here are some links that will address most if not all of your questions.
http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=351152
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/b7/2012-vw-passat-tdi-forum-buying-guide.htm
http://forums.vwvortex.com/forumdisplay.php?5301-Passat-(B7)
Welcome to the club!
Bill

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RevTDi said:

Thank you for the corrections! I saw it listed on a few sites as B7 so I assumed...
and yes, I brought it up to the guys at Ross-Tech and they confirmed this as well. At least I'm getting a better tune from the guys at APR, so that'll help some.

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VeeDubTDI said:

APR seems to have some bugs that they haven't been able to work out of their Passat (and perhaps other model) TDI tunes. I would recommend looking into Malone or Rocketchip for your TDI tuning needs.

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VeeDubTDI said:

APR seems to have some bugs that they haven't been able to work out of their Passat (and perhaps other model) TDI tunes. I would recommend looking into Malone or Rocketchip for your TDI tuning needs.

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VeeDubTDI said:

APR seems to have some bugs that they haven't been able to work out of their Passat (and perhaps other model) TDI tunes. I would recommend looking into Malone or Rocketchip for your TDI tuning needs.

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Coffeemade said:

I was an APR guy prior to this car. Now I'm a Malone guy and after Monday I will be in Malone Stage 2 off-road mode

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Coffeemade said:

I was an APR guy prior to this car. Now I'm a Malone guy and after Monday I will be in Malone Stage 2 off-road mode

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VeeDubTDI said:

Who is doing the work?

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Softrockrenegade said:

I understand and accept that we have the nms and are calling the euro passat the b7 but wasn't nms just a nickname from vw ? I thought the euro passat is just a b6 with a facelift... Our passats really are the true b7

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