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2016 AUDI R8

5.2L V10 (Gen 2, 562hp)AWDDCTgasCSPA
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Every control module on the 2016-2017 Audi R8 — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Transmission Control Module (TCM)9.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transmission housing, integrated into S-tronic mechatronics
🔧 ODIS with dealer authentication
⚠️ S-tronic dual-clutch; transmission removal required; extensive adaptation and clutch learning
MMI Control Module (MMI)2.8 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, behind MMI screen and controller
🔧 ODIS with dealer authentication
⚠️ Component protection; navigation and media system integration
Airbag Control Module (ACM)2.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center tunnel, under center console
🔧 ODIS with dealer authentication
⚠️ Crash data clearing; seat occupancy calibration; component protection
Virtual Cockpit Instrument Cluster (VC)1.8 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind steering wheel
🔧 ODIS with dealer authentication
⚠️ 12.3-inch TFT display; mileage programming requires online dealer authentication; immobilizer component
Climate Control Module (CCM)1.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, behind climate control panel
🔧 ODIS or VCDS
⚠️ Automatic climate control calibration; basic coding accessible via aftermarket tools
Immobilizer Control Module (Immo)1.8 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated into instrument cluster
🔧 ODIS with dealer authentication
⚠️ Key programming requires online dealer authentication; part of Virtual Cockpit cluster replacement
ABS/ESP Control Module (ABS)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front trunk, driver side near brake master cylinder
🔧 ODIS with dealer authentication
⚠️ Brake bleeding required; VIN and component protection coding
Steering Column Control Module (SAS)1.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column, under dashboard
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Steering angle sensor calibration mandatory after replacement or alignment
Magnetic Ride Control Module (MRC)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear trunk, passenger side near shock tower
🔧 ODIS
⚠️ Optional equipment; damper calibration required after replacement
Telephone Control Module (Phone)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, behind MMI panel
🔧 ODIS
⚠️ Bluetooth/phone prep; basic coding for pairing
Central Convenience Control Module (CCM)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Driver footwell, behind fuse panel
🔧 ODIS with dealer authentication
⚠️ Controls central locking, windows, lighting; component protection applies
Door Control Module (DCM)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Each door (driver and passenger)
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Controls window, mirror, lock functions per door
Engine Control Module (ECM)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, driver side firewall behind headlight
🔧 ODIS with dealer authentication
⚠️ Security gateway protection; immobilizer pairing required; online dealer authentication mandatory
Driver Assistance Control Module (ADAS)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind rearview mirror, windshield mounted
🔧 ODIS
⚠️ Optional equipment; camera-based lane departure warning; windshield calibration required after replacement
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, passenger side near fuel rail (V10)
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ V10 only in final years; separate module for high-pressure fuel system
Gateway Control Module (Gateway)1.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Driver footwell, behind kick panel
🔧 ODIS with dealer authentication
⚠️ Security gateway itself; replacement requires full system reconfiguration and component protection reset
Parking Aid Control Module (PDC)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper, driver side behind trim
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Sensor calibration may be needed after replacement
Rear View Camera Control Module (RVC)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper, center above license plate
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Optional equipment; basic coding for camera guidelines
LED Headlight Control Module (LED)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Each headlight assembly (left and right)
🔧 ODIS
⚠️ LED headlights standard; Audi Laser Light optional on late 2017; component protection on some units
Seat Memory Control Module (Seat Memory)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver seat
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Optional equipment; basic coding for seat position memory
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