Radio/Stereo: Application and ID
General Information
CAUTION!
Before working on the electrical system:
- Determine the correct coding for the anti-theft radio.
- Switch the ignition off.
- Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.
- After reconnecting battery, re-code and check operation of anti-theft radio. Also check operation of clock and power windows according to Repair Manual and/or Owner's Manual.
Radio system "Premium IV" is installed from start of production through m.y. 2000.
Radio System "Premium V" and the optional "Premium V - Monsoon" are installed from m.y. 2001 >.
Radio system "Premium VI" and the optional "Premium VI - Monsoon" replaces "Premium V" and "Premium V - Monsoon" as a running change during m.y. 2002.
Before troubleshooting or servicing, technicians must be familiar with the functions and operation specifics of the applicable standard or optional radio system. Always read the radio owner's manual and review all radio, tape player and CD changer functions.
All radios are protected with anti-theft security coding (fixed code).
NOTE:
- Only factory approved accessory radios and radio equipment (available from Volkswagen of America, Inc.) should be installed. This ensures proper installation and optimum function.
- When retrofitting components, carrying out diagnosis or repairs.
Radio, "Premium IV"
Installed from start of production through m.y. 2000.
VL = Left front
HL = Left rear
VR = Right front
HR = Right rear
The radio system consists of the receiver/tape unit and speakers located in the front and rear doors.
A 168 mm low-range/bass speaker is located in the lower portion of each front and rear door.
High-range speakers (domed tweeters) are integrated into the forward window trim on both front doors. Tweeters are integrated into the rear door handle trim next to the power window switches.
The system uses an amplified roof mounted antenna.
Radio system, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
"Premium IV" radio systems have On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capabilities.
CD Changer
The optional, luggage compartment mounted CD changer wiring and mounting is pre-installed in production.
Radio, "Premium V" & "Premium V - Monsoon"
Installed from m.y. 2001 >
VL = Left front
HL = Left rear
VR = Right front
HR = Right rear
The radio system consists of the received/tape unit and speakers located in the front and rear doors.
A 168 mm low-range/bass speaker is located in the lower portion of each front and rear door.
High-range speakers (domed tweeters) are integrated into the forward window trim on both front doors. Tweeters are integrated into the rear door handle trim next to the power window switches.
The optional "Premium V-Monsoon" system consists of the "Premium V" receiver/tape unit supplemented by a separate high power amplifier mounted in the luggage compartment.
High power handling speakers specifically designed for the "Monsoon" system are located in the front and rear doors as with "Premium V".
The system uses an amplified roof mounted antenna.
Radio system, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
"Premium V1and "Premium V - Monsoon" radio systems have On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capabilities.
CD Changer/player
The optional, luggage compartment mounted CD changer wiring and mounting is pre-installed in production.
The optional CD player is mounted in the instrument panel.
Radio, "Premium VI" & "Premium VI - Monsoon"
Replaces "Premium v" and "Premium V - Monsoon" as a running change during m.y. 2002.
NOTE: "Premium VI" radios are identified as "Premium CD" in the owner's literature.
The radio system consists of an integrated receiver/CD/tape head unit and speakers located in the front and rear doors. The integrated head unit is in "Double DIN" format.
A 168 mm low-range/bass speaker is located in the lower portion of each front and rear door.
High-range speakers (domed tweeters) are integrated into the forward window trim on both front doors. Tweeters are integrated into the rear door handle trim next to the power window switches.
The optional "Premium VI - Monsoon" system consists of the "Premium VI" receiver/tape unit supplemented by a separate high power amplifier mounted in the luggage compartment.
The system uses an amplified roof mounted antenna.
Radio system, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
"Premium VI" radio systems have On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capabilities.
CD Changer
The optional, luggage compartment mounted CD changer wiring and mounting is pre-installed in production.