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RNS 315 Radio Navigation System






RNS 315 Radio Navigation System

RNS 315 radio navigation system





Familiarity with the function and operation is essential in the event of customer concerns. Refer to the Owner's Manual.

Anti-theft code is equipped with protection code number. Refer to => [ Electronic Anti-Theft System ] Electronic Anti-Theft System.

Use the Vehicle diagnostic tester for servicing or Fault Finding.

Check the radio, clock and Convenience System after the battery has been connected. Refer to and the Owner's Manual.

For proper function of the RNS, rotation angle sensor in unit must be set corresponding to installation position of unit in the vehicle. Therefore, always pay close attention to the part number when replacing the unit. An incorrect installation causes malfunctions in the navigation system.

By the use of magnetically attached antennae on vehicle roof, there is the hazard that the compass module will malfunction due to magnetic influence and remaining magnetization of the vehicle roof. For complaints of inaccurate or faulty direction displays on the compass module, ask the customer whether a magnetically adhered antenna is being used before starting repair work.

General Information

The RNS 315 radio/navigation system has the following features:

Display 5-inch color display

Integrated CD player

SD Memory Card Reader

UHV Low/Premium (stereo input)

Navigation function using a 3D card and language

CD/SD Navigation (Navigation without a CD inserted)

Integrated optional DAB tuner

4 speaker channels, 20 watts each

Multimedia system control module (J650) connection

External audio source connection (R199) on the front of the unit

Connection for the external CD changer (R41) (not installed in he Beetle)

Connectable external sound amplifier ( amplifier (R12) )

A/C information shown in the radio display

Optional support for the multifunction steering wheel

Comfort coding

An optional universal cellular telephone preparation (UHV) with an integrated Bluetooth antenna

It is not possible to play the following formats:

8 cm CDs

"Mix CDs" (CDs containing files and audio files)

The radio antenna and the navigation system antenna (R50) are inside the roof antenna.

Troubleshooting

The RNS 315 is equipped with OBD.

Use the Vehicle diagnostic tester in"Guided Fault Finding" mode.