Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 393

Fig. 68: Installing CD Changer Bracket Hex Screws 
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CD changer, preparation 

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Check settings of both CD changer angle of installation selection switches. Both switches must be set the 
the vertical ("V") position. Switches are located on the side and bottom of CD changer. 

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If switches need to be reset, loosen the securing screws, slide the switch towards the top into the "V" 
position and tighten screw. 

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Tightening torque: 2 N.m (18 in lb)  

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Cover selector switch openings with self adhesive seals (if supplied). 

NOTE:

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CD playback will skip if switches are not set correctly.  

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Always check/set switches prior to CD installation.  

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Switches must move completely to their end positions. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Radio, Telephone, Navigation, Trip Computer - New Beetle

  

Fig. 69: Identifying CD Changer 
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2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Radio, Telephone, Navigation, Trip Computer - New Beetle

  

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Attach both support brackets -1- to CD changer with screws -2-.. 

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Tightening torque: 3 N.m (27 in lb)  

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Connect CD changer harness cable connector.  

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Route CD changer cable and clip connector -1- into the connector support piece located on the CD 
changer bracket -arrow-. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Radio, Telephone, Navigation, Trip Computer - New Beetle

  

Fig. 70: Installing Both Support Brackets To CD Changer 
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Slide CD changer into CD changer bracket from the top ensuring that the CD changer connector is 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Radio, Telephone, Navigation, Trip Computer - New Beetle