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Satellite Radio -R146-

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WARNING:

Prior to working on the electrical system:

Obtain the radio system anti-theft code.
Switch off all electrical consumers.
Switch off the ignition and remove the ignition key.
Disconnect the battery. Refer to Removal and Installation .

The satellite radio is installed in the front passenger footwell -arrow-.

Fig 1: Locating Satellite Radio Receiver

GWWM91-0158

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Removal

-- Fold floor mat -1- back -arrows- until the satellite radio -2- is accessible.

Fig 2: Folding Carpet to Access Receiver

GWWM91-0159

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove bracket -1-.

Fig 3: Identifying Fasteners

GWWM91-0165

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect antenna connectors -1- at the satellite radio.

Fig 4: Locating Antenna Connections

GWWM91-0166

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect harness connectors -2- on the satellite radio.

-- Remove cable bracket -3- from the bracket -arrow-.

-- Remove screws -4-.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening Specifications: satellite radio 4 Nm, bracket 9 Nm.