Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 463

Fig. 79: Installing CD Cover 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC. 

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Secure with phillips screws on top.  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

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

  

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Code "Sound System" for CD operation using VAG 1551/1552 Scan Tool (ST), See Code Control 
Module (function 07) 

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Refer to Radio/CD changer owner's guide and check proper operation of CD changer.  

CD CHANGER - FROM 08.02 PRODUCTION, INSTALLING AND REMOVING 

The following describes the factory approved service installation (and /or removal) of Volkswagen CD changers 
into all New Beetle models from 08.02 production, equipped with "Premium V" or "Premium V - Monsoon" 
radios and appropriate center console. 

CD changer: 1J0 057110, Harness: 3B0 051 592B, Storage box/coin holder: 1C0 857 058A Parts catalog. 

Removing previously installed unit 

See REMOVING . 

Installing 

NOTE:

Radio/CD OBD function is inoperative if radio system is not coded for CD 
operation.

CAUTION: Before beginning repairs on the electrical system: 

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Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.  

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Switch off all electrical consumers.  

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Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.  

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Disconnect negative (-) battery terminal.  

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When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals, observe all 
applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on 
performing OBD program and electrical system function checks as 
specified.  

CAUTION:

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Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts 
Department for the most up to date information.  

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Always confirm CD changer and radio compatibility with your Parts 
Department.  

NOTE:

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Carefully review all of the following instructions before proceeding with 
installation.  

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Never install CD changer in a location, position, or manner other than 
specified by these instructions.  

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Radio must be coded in order to support CD changer functions. After 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

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

  

Installed position 

Central console under armrest. 

CD preparation cable connection may be visible from top of central console with open armrest velour storage 
tray removed. 

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Lift center armrest to fully open position.  

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Remove velour tray by pulling upwards -arrows-.  

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Open power outlet compartment or ashtray (where applicable) at rear of console and remove power outlet 
housing from mounting.  

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Unplug power outlet cable by opening the top of the power outlet housing. Power outlet and housing will 
be completely released (no wires need to be unplugged separately when vehicle is equipped with ashtray). 

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Remove rear cover lid from console 

See STORAGE, COVERS AND TRIMS . 

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Move front passenger seat to its most forward position and tilt backrest forward.  

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Remove right console side cover trim. See STORAGE, COVERS AND TRIMS . 

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Locate CD preparation cable inside center console.  

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Insert coin holder/storage box -1- in small area vacated by velour tray. Flat border must face inwards. 

installing new CD unit, input appropriate radio coding using On Board 
Diagnostic program: "Code control module", function 07. 

See Code Control Module (function 07) . 

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If the CD changer plays commercially available CDs, but not home 
recorded CDs, the CD changer is not malfunctioning. Replacement of the 
CD changer is not warranted.  

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No mixed CDs (CDs with computer data and music stored together) can be 
played on the CD changer.  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

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

  

Fig. 80: Removing Velour Tray 
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Then slide/lower CD changer -2- into opening until the mounting clips are felt to engage. Also note the 
following: 

NOTE:

CD changer installation orientation: CD slot faces passenger's seat, 
buttons face driver's seat.

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

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