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Jase_The_Ace

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Hey

A 2020 VW Caddy, any way of activating the 'APPS' feature without having to pay VW £208 + VAT
I have the latest VCDS, although being new at all this, I have no idea.
I have managed to do the basics, like auto-locking etc without any issues.
I just feel that it kinda takes the mickey after spending all that money on the van, that VW wanna charge more.
 
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You can't activate this with VCDS, you need code from dealer and maybe some additional software installed on your infotainmentsystem... (not sure)...
 
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It's another example of SWaP (SoftWare as a Product) where a FEC (Feature Enable Code) is required.
 
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ok,

Thanks guys.
Kinda sucks though, having to pay even more money out for something that comes standard on other motors eh !
 
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It's not completely the manufacturer's fault....
They target a market and determine if they want to increase the price of that car, in that segment.
The manufacturer likely has a licensing cost from whatever software interfaces (API's) that were used in it's development....
 
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Jase, check your inbox mate
 
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