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Removing and installing radio navigation system "“RNS 510”", all other vehicle models — AUDI

Removing and installing radio navigation system "“RNS 510”", all other vehicle models on Audi: 16 steps.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

16 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Transporter T5 (7H), VW Transporter T6 (7E), VW Transporter T6 (7F)

  • Special tools named: locking bar

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  • The number and the fitting locations of connectors on the unit can vary according to the different radios or radio/navigation systems.
  • The number of connectors on the unit can vary according to the different radio or radio navigation systems.

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove any CDs left in the unit Operating manual.
  2. Switch off ignition and all electrical loads, and pull out ignition key.
  3. Unclip storage compartment (1) above radio.
  4. Remove securing bolts (1).
  5. First carefully unclip cover (2) at top and then at bottom using removal wedge3409. Then remove cover.
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  1. Unscrew securing bolts (arrows) on radio/radio navigation system.
  2. Pull radio navigation system out of installation slot until you can access connectors at rear of unit. [Note: The number and the fitting locations of connectors on the unit can vary according to the different radios or radio/navigation systems.]
  3. Press locking mechanism of connector together in (direction of arrow).
  4. Swing locking bar up in (direction of arrow) and pull out connector.
  5. Release and disconnect connectors (arrows) on aerial connections. [Note: The number of connectors on the unit can vary according to the different radio or radio navigation systems.]
  6. Connect connectors to radio and engage them.
  7. ⚠ Risk of damage to display and operating keys!When inserting the radio navigation system into the installation slot by pressing against the display or operating keys, the unit could become damaged.When inserting the radio navigation system never press against the display or operating keys. — Slide radio navigation system straight into dash panel.
  8. Screw in and tighten the 4 securing bolts (arrows).
  9. Install storage compartment and centre console cover.
  10. If necessary, deactivate anti-theft coding .
  11. Check coding of radio and re-code if necessary .

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.