Removing and installing interface for external multimedia unit R215, “High” version of centre console — VW
Removing and installing interface for external multimedia unit R215, “High” version of centre console on VW: factory workshop procedure.
Workshop procedure for VW — the factory write-up, straight from real workshop data.
📋 Procedure
ℹ️ Torque figures below come verbatim from workshop data — always cross-check against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening.
Removing and installing
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
,
“High”
version of centre console
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Removal wedge
VAS 3409
Torque screwdriver
V.A.G 1624
Note
From 06/2013, the
operating electronics control unit for the mobile telephone
J412
is integrated in the
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
.
With the help of the
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
, analogue (AUX-In input) as well as digital (USB or iPod input) audio content can be played via the
radio/RNS
RX1
. Units connected via USB or iPod connections can also be operated via the
radio/RNS
RX1
. ID3 tags and titles also appear on the
radio/RNS
RX1
display.
Note
The possibility of ID3 tags and titles being shown on the
radio/RNS
RX1
display depends on the
»nature«
of the audio files used. Please also refer to the
operating manual
of the
radio/RNS
RX1
and the
operating manual
of your MP3 player or iPod.
The
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
provides an audio input (AUX-IN), an USB input, and an iPod connection (power supply, signal and AUDIO-IN). To connect the mobile device to the USB or iPod
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
, a specific adapter cable is used. Charging the connected portable unit is possible via USB or iPod connections.
Note
When dealing with complaints, it is absolutely necessary to understand the functions and the operation.
For additional information refer to the
Owner's Manual
,
Current flow diagrams, Electrical fault finding and Fitting locations
.
Use
Vehicle diagnostic tester
for repairs and troubleshooting.
After the battery has been connected, check the operation of electrical equipment (clock, convenience electronics and so on) according to the workshop manual
Electrical system
Rep. gr.
27
Battery; Disconnecting and connecting battery
and/or to the
Operating manual
.
The
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
is installed in the storage compartment below the front centre armrest.
Interface for external multimedia unit
R215
Connection for external audio sources
R199
Removing
Remove adapter cables from
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
.
Remove lining mat from storage compartment below centre armrest.
Use
removal wedge
3409
to unclip carrier
1
with connections for external audio sources at rear from storage compartment below centre armrest
arrow A
.
Unclip carrier
1
with connections for external audio sources at bottom from storage compartment below centre armrest
arrow B
, and pull it out until connectors are accessible.
Release and disconnect connectors on carrier
1
with connections for external audio sources.
Remove bolts
arrows
.
Remove
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
1
with bracket
2
from carrier.
Pull
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
1
out of bracket
2
.
Installing
Install in the reverse order of removal observing the following:
If the
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
has been renewed, code
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
Vehicle diagnostic tester
.
Specified torques
Component
Specified torque
Bracket for
interface for external multimedia unit
R215
to carrier
1.5 Nm
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The story behind TorqFix →Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.