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By Neftali Medina - April 7, 2016 Contributors: Grom Audio This article applies to the Audi A4 B7 (2004-2008). One of the best features a radio can have is Bluetooth capability. It allows you to connect your phone or MP3 player to a radio, so that you can play all of the downloaded songs from that device. When Bluetooth started becoming a more common function, many of the Audi vehicles were given an option to upgrade their standard radio to offer the capability. However, it was only listed as an option and not included as a standard feature. Due to this, many companies took it upon themselves to develop a simple device, called a Bluetooth adapter that connects to the rear of the stock unit.

The adapter uses an accessory port to receive the audio signals from the phone. Although you lose some functionality, as oppose to having an integrated system feature, it is exponentially cheaper to use an adapter and very easy to install, as explained below. Materials Needed • Torx driver • Radio removal keys • Bluetooth adapter • Towel Step 1 – Remove the radio Audi uses a special system of keys that allow you to release the tabs that hold the radio in place. Each key fits into a slot on the radio face–just slide them in until you hear it click.

Windows 7 Sulietuvinimas on this page. Once the keys are secure, grab them and begin to pull the radio assembly outwards. With the radio about halfway out, take a towel and place it on the center console, so you can avoid any accidental scratches. Then pull the rest of the radio out. Use the keys to remove the head unit.

Pro Tip Sometimes the keys will not catch the tabs correctly, so you can slightly bend the ends to fit better in place if need be. Step 2 – Disconnect the accessory connector With the radio out, locate the antenna connector first. The connector is a bit fragile, so be sure to carefully push down on the release tab and pull off the antenna wire. Then locate the blue accessory connector and remove it from the head unit. Carefully disconnect the antenna. Disconnect the accessory connector.

Step 3 – Connect the adapter There should be two connectors for the adapter. Choose the one that fits into the accessory connector port and clip it into place. Take the ground wire from the harness, and install it under the screw found in Figure.

Connect the adapter to the head unit. Ground the adapter wire. Step 4 – Pair the adapter Those of you familiar with the Bluetooth function on your phone can easily do this.

• Go into settings and locate the Bluetooth button. • Press the CD changer button you connect to the external CD changer source.

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I got quite a lot messages over the last couple of weeks asking questions which had already been answered or telling me that the Quick Links topic is way too technical. I hope this topic is easier to read and gives you the answers you are looking for.

Feel free to post new questions here (or as new topic in one of the forums) if you are still not seeing the answer for the question you have in mind. Again, this topic will only cover true plug and play solutions and it won't provide answers about creating custom harnesses, patching a DVD, loading new software, modifying faceplates or converting from single DIN to double DIN. Can I plug and play retrofit the RNS-E in my car? Yes, if you currently have a Symphony II head unit (with build-in 6 CD changer) which is usually the case in an A3/8P or A4/8E with Premium Sound package (North America only, Europe does not get any radio unless explicit ordered).

Maybe, if you have an A6/C5 or Allroad (facelift models only) because this will require getting the speed signal from behind the instrument cluster. If you don't feel comfortable removing the instrument cluster or have someone do it for you it's a No, otherwise Yes.

Maybe also if you have an A4 B6 with the older Navigation Plus RNS-D (CD based). In this case the upgrade requires to bridge some wires on the TMC unit which is somehwere well hidden in your car. No, if you have the Concert II head unit or any of the older OEM head units (including Symphony I, any of the single DIN head units or no head unit at all). Which RNS-E part number do I need? Check the, it lists all known RNS-E parts numbers and gets regularly updated: Note that European units will not work in North America without modifications. The same is true with North American units in Europe, they will not work without modifications. Modifications require patching large files, creating new dual layer DVDs or loading new software on your RNS-E unit which requires certain skills and may render the unit unusable.

While possible, I won't list those modifications here under plug and play retrofits but if you think you can do it, browse the Quick Links topic or use search to figure out how. What else do I need? You will need an RNS-E adapter which converts the current connector plugged in to your Symphony II head unit to fit in the RNS-E connector. When you order the adapter, specify that you need support for a CD changer and mobile phone hands free kit. This way you get all the wires you need. You will also need to specify whether or not your car has the Bose sound system, an all active sound system or passive front/active rear sound system.

In most cases it is sufficient to specify Bose or not. Please clearly state which car and head unit you need the adapter for. You will also need an antenna adapter from the old style 50 Ohm ISO plug to a Fakra connector. The adapter you order should have a receptacle for the diversity antenna connector already present in your car.

Don't worry to much about all the terms here, if you get the adapter from a well known source they will send you the correct stuff if you just specify ISO to dual Fakra adapter. The easiest way to get a GPS signal is to install a new GPS antenna behind the instrument cluster or above the glove box. GPS antennas are usually available from the same source as the RNS-E adapter, just make sure you get one with a Fakra connector (SMB would be the other type but this doesn't fit the RNS-E well). Last but not least you will need a set of 4 of the radio removal keys and access to a VAG-COM or similar to do the coding once the RNS-E is installed. Where do I get the required adapters?

This should not be a list of preferred vendors, browse the forum to determine who is good and who is not so good. It just gives you a point to start when looking for the RNS-E and other adapters. Replace the [at] with the @ sign in all email addresses. Send me a PM if you know another reliable source in North America, Europe or anywhere else. Germany: Ralf Deventer: deventer.rum[at]onlinehome.de (English OK) Kufatec: info[at]kufatec.de Navi-center: info[at]navi-center.de (English OK) USA: The actual install The install is as easy as removing the Symphony II, plugging in the adapters, getting the GPS antenna behind the instrument cluster, plugging in the RNS-E and getting everything back in that little hole in your dash board.

Of course there is a little more which makes it more or less challenging but these are the main steps. Once your car is put back together it's time to make some final configuration changes with VAG-COM or similar equipment. If you don't have access to a VAG-COM, your dealer may be willing to help you to finish this task. What happens to my SAT radio (XM/Sirius - North America only)? Well, if you are one of those who happens to have an OEM satelite receiver for XM or Sirius and are really using it, you will need to upgrade that receiver as well. The RNS-E does not talk to the first generation SAT receivers.

The actual install is plug and play but to get to the SAT receiver is little tricky, therefore I'm not going into details here. Your Audi dealer will know which part number you need and will most likely do the install for you. I may add links to successful installs here at a later date. Until then, simply check the Quick Links for pictures and more.

Actually I did check that out. I spent my free time last week reading all of it. I feel pretty well informed but I also see that there are so many different ways to do things, and also that some things seem to have worked for some people while they didn't for others. I was just looking to see what your opinion and take was on some of those things I had questions on like the placement of the nav antenna, and the wheel size self adjustment.

Thak you for sharing your advise. You seem to know quite a bit on this. Maybe I got the wrong first impression by too many general questions. Many of us have installed the GPS behind the instrument cluster, easy to get to and finds usually 5-8 satellites which is plenty for the RNS-E.

If you don't want to remove your instrument cluster you can remove the trim below your steering wheel and reach from there behind the instrument cluster. The GPS is magnetic and will snap to the steel piece there. It doesn't seem to even matter if you mount it horizontally or vertically. I did it this way after initially having the GPS on top of my dashboard, between windshield and A/C temp sensor. But I didn't like the look and didn't get more satellites that way. I had first 17' Avus and then 18' RS4 wheels and did notice a difference. The RNS-E will adjust itself to the tire size, my 18' size wasn't even in the list of possible sizes.

May take a couple of miles though. And if you have never removed your Symphony head unit, try it with a friends first. It's much easier to get it removed if you have 4 hands.