RNS 510 in Golf Comfortline

[GolfVI]

Hi Guys,

I finally got my new Golf and I love it! I wish I had got sat nav but at $3,500 I just couldn't justify the cost.

I have seen the same RNS 510 unit available on ebay with Australian maps. Has anyone bought one of eBay and installed it? Does it work the same as factory? Who in Sydney do you recommend to install? Is there anything I need to know before going ahead and buying one of these units? Can I make the RNS 510 compatible with Bluetooth?

This is where I spotted it:

VW RNS 510 MFD3 Sat Nav Version C Volkswagen RNS510 - eBay, Navigation, GPS, Car Parts, Accessories, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 20-Jul-10 15:40:43 AEST)

Regards,

Jonathon

[Rob Burns]

Be careful with the online ones. I saw one installed last week that didn't work.

The car will need to be coded to the nav unit. This needs to be done by a dealership or someone with Vagcom or whatever it is called now.

[Tux]

Be careful with the online ones. I saw one installed last week that didn't work.

The car will need to be coded to the nav unit. This needs to be done by a dealership or someone with Vagcom or whatever it is called now.

...and I'm still waiting for the dealer to work out how to get the microphone working so I can use voice activation...and that's after a dealer fitting a genuine item..

[GolfVI]

Just rang Central Coast VW... they charge $500 to fit it... does this sound reasonable?

[team_v]

Just rang Central Coast VW... they charge $500 to fit it... does this sound reasonable?

$500 is a huge rip off

You can do it yourself.
All it takes is a T** torx head screwdriver (may want to check the T rating for the golf) and 20 minutes of your time.

There are numerous guides online about how to fit them in a golf/jetta.

It should work fine if you get the one from UK as i have one that i fitted last week and it is working flawlesly in the tiguan (as they are standard equipment)

All you need then is to find someone with a vagcom in your area to code it which should be free/pack of beer.

[GolfVI]

Offering $200 cash to anyone who can install it in Sydney???? Prefer someone who has done one before... any takers let me know.

[Rob Burns]

...and I'm still waiting for the dealer to work out how to get the microphone working so I can use voice activation...and that's after a dealer fitting a genuine item..

I personally have never seen a dealer fitted RNS 510 with voice activation. The unit doesn't come with a microphone. Not sure if you could order it separately and then get it wired up and coded.

[BlackSuperb]

Strathfield can do them but you will ned to ring them for a quote. They do installations for the Audi dealer in Five Dock and have a VAGCOM etc.

Strathfield - 57 Parramatta Road, Concord. ph. 9747 7766

[Tux]

I personally have never seen a dealer fitted RNS 510 with voice activation. The unit doesn't come with a microphone. Not sure if you could order it separately and then get it wired up and coded.

Apparently you can order the parts and it can work with the correct coding... Only problem is that the dealers don't know how to do it because they don't have much call to. It's being worked out for my car as we speak hopefully.

[aristocrat]

Apparently you can order the parts and it can work with the correct coding... Only problem is that the dealers don't know how to do it because they don't have much call to. It's being worked out for my car as we speak hopefully.

Mind you, also, you will need SW version of 2660 onwards, which probably doesn't come with the standard RNS, in which case, the dealer will need to reload and upgrade your system, which carries a risk of bricking the unit. That's why dealers don't really want to do it, unless they can charge you like a wounded bull....

[hoffie82]

Offering $200 cash to anyone who can install it in Sydney???? Prefer someone who has done one before... any takers let me know.

I have purchased the same unit from the same seller. Derek from European Autotech in Mona Vale has quoted me $150 verbally to install and says he's installed dozens in the past. Im still waiting for my RNS510 to arrive and ill head straight to see him!

Not sure what model Golf you have but if its pre MY07, you will most likely need to upgrade your CANBUS. These can be purchsed off eBay USA for around $120.00

[Tux]

Mind you, also, you will need SW version of 2660 onwards, which probably doesn't come with the standard RNS, in which case, the dealer will need to reload and upgrade your system, which carries a risk of bricking the unit. That's why dealers don't really want to do it, unless they can charge you like a wounded bull....

I can't find out the version of my unit as I don't have a VAGCOM however I believe it would be the latest as when I press the little star button (next to the eject) it gives me the option to speak and will then say 'pardon me' because I don't have the microphone! Also in the setup there is something about voice control options.

It looks so easy on Maverick's site but the dealer is talking about ordering wiring looms and other parts before they can get it working. I tried ringing some other service departments but the one at Chatswood didn't even understand what an RNS510 was let alone whether they could fit a microphone. It's pretty frustrating really. It has been 8 days since they last had my car for a full day and they are still waiting on parts...

I would suggest that a VW dealer might be the worst option to get an RNS510 unit fitted as it turns out..

[kash_0]

I have purchased the same unit from the same seller. Derek from European Autotech in Mona Vale has quoted me $150 verbally to install and says he's installed dozens in the past. Im still waiting for my RNS510 to arrive and ill head straight to see him!

Not sure what model Golf you have but if its pre MY07, you will most likely need to upgrade your CANBUS. These can be purchsed off eBay USA for around $120.00

Hey,

I was thinking about purchasing a RNS510 from this seller as well. Just wondering if the rns510 is as described and working well.

Cheers

[hoffie82]

Hey,

I was thinking about purchasing a RNS510 from this seller as well. Just wondering if the rns510 is as described and working well.

Cheers

Hi I have received it and tested it in my car already and works brilliantly. I did have to pull it out however as i own a MY07 R32 and the CANBUS needs upgrading. If i left it installed my battery would drain overnight.

The problem i am having is trying to get the damn CANBUS installed and coded! Derek (who originally quoted me) is too flat out to even bother with it at them moment. I have recently convinced Chatswood VW to look at it. Im just worried that they will try make the most of the $120p/h labour charge and give me a bill for 3-4hrs when they are done!

Whilst we are on this topic, does anyone else know a Sydneysider with a VAGCOM?? I have done the hard work and currently have the dash out so all they need to do is install the CANBUS and re-code the car. Ill pay them for their time of course.