Audi radio replacement guide by EnfigCarStereo.com

[WB650]

1. Audi A4
2. Symphony
3. No SWC
4. Pioneer DEH-80PRS (already bought)
5. No

Will be replacing the factory speakers

[kegobeer]

1. Year and model of car: 2006 A4
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose): Symphony II
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls?: Yes

I'm installing a Nexus 7, so all I really want is steering wheel controls that I can capture using Joycon EXR/EXD, plus 12V switched power, 12V constant, and GND. I'm installing aftermarket amps and running new speaker wire to new component speakers, so I will not be utilizing any stock wiring.

Thanks!

[Christian@enfig]

1. Audi A4
2. Symphony
3. No SWC
4. Pioneer DEH-80PRS (already bought)
5. No

Will be replacing the factory speakers

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_NS.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK4_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_PIO0178.html <--- not sure on the plug and play. Since that radio has no speaker outputs.
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html

[Christian@enfig]

1. Year and model of car: 2006 A4
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose): Symphony II
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls?: Yes

I'm installing a Nexus 7, so all I really want is steering wheel controls that I can capture using Joycon EXR/EXD, plus 12V switched power, 12V constant, and GND. I'm installing aftermarket amps and running new speaker wire to new component speakers, so I will not be utilizing any stock wiring.

Thanks!

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AU2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SWCL_UNI.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

The switched 12 is a .5 amp signal that is meant to be a turn on signal. If you are powering the tablet with the switched lead you must use a relay to reinforce it.

[kegobeer]

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AU2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SWCL_UNI.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

The switched 12 is a .5 amp signal that is meant to be a turn on signal. If you are powering the tablet with the switched lead you must use a relay to reinforce it.

All power is coming from the battery via 4GA wire to a distribution block in the trunk - DCDC-USB is being used to supply 5V filtered power to the tablet. I'll only be using the 12V switched to connect to the DCDC-USB ignition input and to the amplifier turn on input.

[subterFUSE]

1. Year and model of car 2013 S6
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. MMi with Bose
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? N/A Will keep MMI
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? Bose has SiriusXM from factory

Going to use an Audison BitOne. Not sure whether to just use the Bose amp outputs, or if there is a preamp option?

[Christian@enfig]

I just wanted to thank the team at Enfig. I received my order, and I'm excited to install it! I even purchased the head unit from then at a very competitive price. They made the whole transaction easy and always replied quickly to my emails!
Thanks guys!

Sent from my rotary telephone

Not sure how I missed this but thanks!!!

[Christian@enfig]

1. Year and model of car 2013 S6
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. MMi with Bose
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? N/A Will keep MMI
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? Bose has SiriusXM from factory

Going to use an Audison BitOne. Not sure whether to just use the Bose amp outputs, or if there is a preamp option?

Email me.

[POPO]

I started another thread before realizing I should have posted here -

2005 A4
Symphony II Bose
No steering wheel controls
No sat

Purchased Pioneer AVH-X5600BHS. Looking at other posts it looks like I will need the following for my install...


http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_NS.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RWH_AUD2_HILO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_PIO0178.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

Am I missing anything else I need?

TIA

[Christian@enfig]

I started another thread before realizing I should have posted here -

2005 A4
Symphony II Bose
No steering wheel controls
No sat

Purchased Pioneer AVH-X5600BHS. Looking at other posts it looks like I will need the following for my install...


http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_NS.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RWH_AUD2_HILO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_PIO0178.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

Am I missing anything else I need?

TIA

We have some new parts.
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_HILO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_PIO0178.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

[craftbeer]

1. 2007 A4 B7
2. Symphony II+ (Non-Bose)
3. Yes
4 Pioneer SPH-DA210
5. No

Already have radio removal tools. If my research is correct, you should have all of the harnesses for a direct plug-and-play. Just being overly cautious. Thanks for the help.

[Christian@enfig]

1. 2007 A4 B7
2. Symphony II+ (Non-Bose)
3. Yes
4 Pioneer SPH-DA210
5. No

Already have radio removal tools. If my research is correct, you should have all of the harnesses for a direct plug-and-play. Just being overly cautious. Thanks for the help.

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD3_HILO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD5.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_PIO0235.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SWCL_PIO.html

And we can sell you the radio for 400.00

[ZenkaiRacerS4]

1. 2004 S4
2. Symphony II
3. Yes
4. Kenwood DDX470
5. not using

I see only two radio removal tools being recommended. Don't I need 4? Also if I move up to a higher model that's still in the DDX family will the parts be the same? Thanks.

[Christian@enfig]

1. 2004 S4
2. Symphony II
3. Yes
4. Kenwood DDX470
5. not using

I see only two radio removal tools being recommended. Don't I need 4? Also if I move up to a higher model that's still in the DDX family will the parts be the same? Thanks.

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_HILO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_KEN0016.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SWCL_KEN.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2
We can sell you the radio for $325.

Some radios need on pair of keys thats why they are sold in pairs of 2.

[Bigpimpin907]

1. Year and model of car 2014 Q5
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. MMI 3G w/ navi
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? N/A Keeping MMI
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? Yes built in to MMI

My question is which subwoofer can we used as a direct replacement? I was looking at the factory installed one and is not really good quality. I wanted to maybe get a JL audio or whichever brand fits. Could you help me. Thanks

[craftbeer]

Hey, Christian! I wanted to say thanks for the help with my order yesterday. Looking forward to getting my gear to finish the install.

[Christian@enfig]

1. Year and model of car 2014 Q5
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. MMI 3G w/ navi
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? N/A Keeping MMI
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? Yes built in to MMI

My question is which subwoofer can we used as a direct replacement? I was looking at the factory installed one and is not really good quality. I wanted to maybe get a JL audio or whichever brand fits. Could you help me. Thanks

We do not have a recommendation for this. Its been at least a year since the last one we did.

[Christian@enfig]

Hey, Christian! I wanted to say thanks for the help with my order yesterday. Looking forward to getting my gear to finish the install.

Thanks

[cerwin69]

2004 B6 S4 w/BOSE

I had a pioneer x940bt installed. I purchased the following from Enfig:

Enfig RWH-AUD2-HILO
Enfig SRWH-AUD2
Enfig AAA-VWAUD2
Enfig PNP-PIO0176
Enfig EXT-FAKRA-16FT
Enfig GAA-PIO2

I replaced it as I thought it was broken due to the subwoofer rca's not working. Now I have a Kenwood DNX-890HD.

I purchased the PNP from Enfig:

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_KEN0016.html

So after adjusting the eq I was able to get some bass from the sub. Still would like christians input if i've got something missing or to look for.

[Christian@enfig]

2004 B6 S4 w/BOSE

I had a pioneer x940bt installed. I purchased the following from Enfig:

Enfig RWH-AUD2-HILO
Enfig SRWH-AUD2
Enfig AAA-VWAUD2
Enfig PNP-PIO0176
Enfig EXT-FAKRA-16FT
Enfig GAA-PIO2

I replaced it as I thought it was broken due to the subwoofer rca's not working. Now I have a Kenwood DNX-890HD.

I purchased the PNP from Enfig:

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_KEN0016.html

So after adjusting the eq I was able to get some bass from the sub. Still would like christians input if i've got something missing or to look for.

Spoke on the phone. Let me know how it works out.

[cerwin69]

Troubleshooting process- If this appears confusing please let me know and i'll try and clarify what i've done.

Well I finally got around to checking things per christian.

1. Removed the RWH-AUD2-HILO from Enfig. Connected the SRWH-AUD2 rca's to the HU front/rear rcas
- No audio from front/rear speakers but the sub now had audio coming through
- Sub rcas connected to the radio sub pre-outs
Signal flow: Radio->enfig pnp kenwood harness->srwh-aud2->oem harness

2. Reconnected the RWH-AUD2-HILO and the rca's from the srwh-aud2, grounded the hilo to a new tap
- No sub audio, but the front and rear speakers now worked again
- Fading audio levels now resolved
- Sub rcas connected to the radio sub pre-outs
Signal flow: Radio->enfig pnp kenwood harness->RWH-AUD2-HILO->SRWH-AUD2->oem harness

3. Reconnected the RWH-AUD2-HILO and the rca's from the srwh-aud2, grounded the hilo to a new tap, connected rcas from the rca tap at the bose amp harness in the trunk
- Sub audio works (plays all freqs), front/rear speakers work
- No rcas connected to the headunit

Summary

So what i've learned is that the pioneer and kenwood units both have the same issue (no sub audio when connected directly off the HU preouts). I've checked and triple checked al the connections. I'm at a loss and i've currently connected the sub using the tap from the bose amp harness in the trunk. I could really use some guidance here.

[Christian@enfig]

I have to figure out where my instructions led you wrong.

You paid an extra $100 for the RWH-AUD2-HILO. When you use this device you no longer use the RCA outs from the radio. The HILO becomes your new RCA outs.

There is nothing wrong with your radios. The almost zero sub and half volume rear speakers are why you purchased the HILO. It's a known issue on Audis. Google "Audi low rear audio"

This may be the single best post to show everyone why they need the HILO. You thought your radio was broken you just needed the HILO.

Edit post because I thought we were talking about the factory sub.

I'd say the amp. What amp? Make sure there isn't a input voltage setting. My JL amp has a setting. The factory output from the Hilo is probably twice what the pioneer radios RCA puts out.

[Luis_Heineken]

1. Year and model of car - 2005.5
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose) - Simphony
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? Kenwood DDX790
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? NO

[Christian@enfig]

1. Year and model of car - 2005.5
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose) - Simphony
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? Kenwood DDX790
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? NO

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_HILO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_KEN0016.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SWCL_KEN.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

[Luis_Heineken]

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_HILO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_KEN0016.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SWCL_KEN.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

Thank for the fast answer, did i need the SRWH-AUD2-HILO if i wanted to replace the stock amp, or just need the SRWH-AUD2? My main interest is to not loose the steering wheel control.

[00S4TTAWD6SPD]

99 A4
Concert

need filler panel that looks good
also love the iphone 4 docks but dont see one for the 99

[Viktor Vaughn]

1. Year and model of car 2006 A4 Avant
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. Symphony with cassette/in -dash 6 CD (MP3 Cd's DONT play)
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? N/A
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? Nope.

[kegobeer]

1. Year and model of car 2006 A4 Avant
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. Symphony with cassette/in -dash 6 CD (MP3 Cd's DONT play)
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? N/A
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? Nope.

You need to let Christian know what radio you want, otherwise he can't suggest the correct harnesses.

[Viktor Vaughn]

You need to let Christian know what radio you want, otherwise he can't suggest the correct harnesses.

I don't want another radio, Just my crappy Symphony. Thought that was clear from my post.

Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk

[kegobeer]

I don't want another radio, Just my crappy Symphony. Thought that was clear from my post.

Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk

This thread is here so Christian can tell people what parts they need when they replace stock with aftermarket. If you aren't replacing your head unit, what are you trying to do?

Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk

[Viktor Vaughn]

Ahh, I see, brain cramp by me. Keyword "replacement"

Was just wanting a list of products that I need to have AUX input, perhaps ipod.

[kegobeer]

Ahh, I see, brain cramp by me. Keyword "replacement"

Was just wanting a list of products that I need to have AUX input, perhaps ipod.

No problem. I have the same shitty radio, and there's no aux input mod for it. You'll have to replace it - or use one of the old cassette aux-in adapters.

Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk

[kegobeer]

I'm leaning towards installing a standard head unit instead of my Nexus, so...

1. Year and model of car: 2006 Audi A4
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose): Symphony II
3. Does the car have steering wheel controls?: Yes
4. What is the brand and model number of your new radio?: Parrot Asteroid Smart
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one?: No

I will also be installing an aftermarket amp (haven't decided yet) and new speakers (Rockford Fosgate P165-S and Pioneer TS-SW841D shallow mount subwoofer) at some point, but until then I'll suffer with stock speakers.

I think I'll need to buy Parrot's UNIKA adapter for the steering wheel controls to work. Is that correct?

[Viktor Vaughn]

No problem. I have the same shitty radio, and there's no aux input mod for it. You'll have to replace it - or use one of the old cassette aux-in adapters.

That sucks. In that case, this...


1. 2006 Audi A4
2. Symphony w/cassette/CD... does not play MP3 CD's
3. Yes
4. Pioneer AVH-X2600BT
5. No.

No money for speaker stuff right now...just a HU

[Christian@enfig]

I'm leaning towards installing a standard head unit instead of my Nexus, so...

1. Year and model of car: 2006 Audi A4
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose): Symphony II
3. Does the car have steering wheel controls?: Yes
4. What is the brand and model number of your new radio?: Parrot Asteroid Smart
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one?: No

I will also be installing an aftermarket amp (haven't decided yet) and new speakers (Rockford Fosgate P165-S and Pioneer TS-SW841D shallow mount subwoofer) at some point, but until then I'll suffer with stock speakers.

I think I'll need to buy Parrot's UNIKA adapter for the steering wheel controls to work. Is that correct?

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_HILO.html IF you are doing aftermerket amps you dont need the hilo version. http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AU2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
Asteroid I dont think needs a PNP
Enfig SWCL-ASTEROID Not on site. $29.99
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

[Christian@enfig]

That sucks. In that case, this...


1. 2006 Audi A4
2. Symphony w/cassette/CD... does not play MP3 CD's
3. Yes
4. Pioneer AVH-X2600BT
5. No.

No money for speaker stuff right now...just a HU

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_HILO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_PIO0178.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SWCL_PIO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

[kegobeer]

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_HILO.html IF you are doing aftermerket amps you dont need the hilo version. http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AU2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
Asteroid I dont think needs a PNP
Enfig SWCL-ASTEROID Not on site. $29.99
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2

Thanks, Christian. Are you selling the Asteroid Smart?

[Luis_Heineken]

Hi, just to be sure so I can put my order



1. Year and model of car - 2005.5
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose) - Simphony
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? Kenwood DDX790
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? NO[/QUOTE]


SRWH-AUD2 (not using stock amp)
RMK8-A4B67
SWCL-KEN

[cmiller531]

Hey guys we get alot of calls and E-mails with radio installation questions. I decided to make this sticky to help anyone who is confused.
We also sell the following brands of radios radios even though they are not on the site.

Alpine (installation only)
Clarion
JVC
Kenwood
Kenwood Excelon (installation only)
Parrot
Pioneer

There will be more updates to our how-to but to start if you tell me what you have I can tell you what you need.
If you need help this is is what I need from you. I will respond in this thread.

1. Year and model of car
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose)
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls?
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio?
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one?

1. Year and model of car 2007 Audi A4
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose) Symphony II
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? Pioneer SPH-DA100 AppRadio 2
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? No

Would like to see both plug and play and non plug and play options for price comparison. Thanks

[Christian@enfig]

Hi, just to be sure so I can put my order



1. Year and model of car - 2005.5
2. What radio did the car come with from the factory. (It doesn't matter if you have Bose) - Simphony
3.Does the car have steering wheel controls? Yes
4 What is the brand and model number of your new radio? Kenwood DDX790
5. Are you going to be using a Sirius XM satellite tuner if yes which one? NO

SRWH-AUD2 (not using stock amp)
RMK8-A4B67
SWCL-KEN[/QUOTE]

Since you are not using the factory amp you do not need the hilo version.

http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SRWH_AUD2_HILO.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_AAA_VWAUD2.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_RMK8_A4B67.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_PNP_KEN0016.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/ENFIG_SWCL_KEN.html
http://enfigcarstereo.com/86_9001.html x2