General RNS-E Information Q&A

**PNW Avant** · 04-29-2010 08:51 AM

Correct. You will want a North American RNS-e if you don't want to flash. There is a 2010 North American model number now but I don't know if its a straight swap like all the previous versions. There's a large thread about it on audiform.

All North American disks are compatible for North American RNS-es.

However, you'll definitely want the newest maps DVD, because these DVDs include firmware updates for the RNS-e as well. That is, unless you want video-in-motion (for playing DVDs, or back up cam), which has been disabled for software versions 0260 and above.

Edit: For that last DVD part number (AR), AGCC means "Arab Gulf Countries Council". You don't want that one.

**Sharkfin** · 04-29-2010 03:05 PM

All of the '09-'11 have the newest screens and are much more expensive (and harder to find)

**carbonpro** · 06-07-2010 04:44 PM

im looking into retro fitting my a4 b6 with rns-e,it has a concert II,single din.
apart from changing to double din cage.
would the the rnse work with the wiring????
would i recieve the info in my dis.i have the red/orange display,not multi colour.
regards.

**bint2k** · 01-05-2011 07:29 AM

does anyone know if the T revision will allow for the VIM hack?

**koolade9** · 01-05-2011 09:40 AM

^^yes.

**jamerican1** · 02-22-2011 10:51 PM

I have an 2008 with RNS-E and ipod integration. Would I be able to add my trunk mounted cd changer from my 2000 B5?

**TRON1C** · 03-08-2011 04:41 PM

Anyone successfully hooked up their 2011 RNS-E unit to play videos off the factory ipod hookup? Or enable the 2011 RNS-E unit to play video by whatever means, at all?

**russant** · 05-10-2011 08:42 AM

HELLO, I HAVE A 2007 A4 CABRIO WITH SATTELITE AND BLUETOOTH WITH SYMPHONY II. LOOKING AT RNS-E 8E0 035 192F WITH DISC, GPS ANTENNA, AND CODE. WHAT ELSE DO I NEED? I HAVE FOUND A LOT OF DIFFERENT ANSWERS WITH ANYWHERE FROM NEW HARNESS TO CANT BE DONE OR SIMPLY SWITCHING THE "K-LINE". PLEASE HELP!!!!!! THANKS RUSSANT

**GramCracker** · 09-20-2011 02:42 PM

I just got an RNS-E from a 2006 A3. I was wondering if all the Nav DVD's will work in it. I believe some are MMI disc's if I am correct. Will the MMI discs work in an RNS-E or do I need a disc specific to the RNS-E?

Thank you for any help/clarification!

**AudiA4b6US** · 09-20-2011 02:43 PM

Only DVDs that say RNS-E on the label will work, MMI DVDs won't work in the RNS-E.

**GramCracker** · 09-20-2011 03:06 PM

Originally Posted by AudiA4b6US

Only DVDs that say RNS-E on the label will work, MMI DVDs won't work in the RNS-E.

Thank you very much for the help

Now I just gotta wait and see if this unit I purchased has a DVD in it or not...

Now my next question is, what is everyone's preferred way to connect their iPod to the unit?

**NODO-GT** · 09-22-2011 01:37 PM

is it possible to change menu color on audi RNS-E in Audi A4 b7?
navi is coloured in blue, SD/CD is in orange and i don't like orange...

also can anyone give me a link to full Bluetooth kit for RNS-E... on ebay or something...

**psteph2** · 12-22-2011 04:09 AM

Will my 2008 RNS-E(bose) fit and work with the new 2012 a3 w bose?

**dedread6** · 12-22-2011 09:38 PM

What do I need to install the RNS e into my B6 S4 ?

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**onceover** · 01-15-2012 02:10 PM

Originally Posted by Sharkfin

All of the '09-'11 have the newest screens and are much more expensive (and harder to find)

Is this true for sure? I've got a 2010 unit, but the PN is 192T, indicating old hardware, correct?

**maxA3** · 04-04-2012 07:46 PM

I just purchased a 2011 A3 TDI and the audio system says Audi Concert. Does this mean it would be better to go aftermarket or could I still go RNS-e? Which would be the best option? I've seen some nice aftermarket systems for half the price of the RNS-e.

Cheers,

Bill

**3waygeek** · 04-05-2012 02:12 PM

You can retrofit a RNS-e fairly easily; audiforum.us is a good place to learn how to do it. You'll need a VCDS cable (or access to a friend with one) to reprogram the car to recognize/accept the new headunit.

**Lou-quattro** · 04-07-2012 06:35 PM

any fitment issues for an rns-e coming from a b6 a4 cabrio to a b6 a4 sedan?

**lorensson** · 04-12-2012 11:06 PM

I have a 2004 s4 sedan with the 2-din tape + 6 CD unit (don't know if it's symphony or symphony II?) and I have the Bose audio option.

Sorry if this has been answered but I read through everything and it's all a bit much to understand at the start. I am interested in installing the RNS unit, but not sure which version (RNS-E, D etc) and I want the Bluetooth option. Could someone list the parts and costs of each to do it? Is it something that is a plug and play install or would I need to have it installed professionally with the Bluetooth unit?

Thanks so much!

**dedread6** · 05-07-2012 05:07 PM

RNS-E for sale $600. includes harness Nav antenna and map cd

**bmoreS4** · 06-06-2012 10:06 PM

Does anyone make a kit with all you would need to put an RNS into a B5 S4 with DD Symphony Bose system?

**Bull-D** · 06-07-2012 07:41 AM

if it is anything like it was to install into my 09 A3, there isn't really a kit needed. you need removal tools which you can get off ebay or likely one of the install placed in town, maybe even audi. just 4 little metal pieces that look like key blanks. also a 32 pin connector you can get from audi parts for about 28 bucks. i have the part number somewhere if you need me to dig it up. you use that to swap 3 wires from one
connector in the back to the 32 pin connector....this was done so i could use my OEM aux port that came on my A3. after that, it requires some VAG-COM mods to get all the features to work. that was it on my install. so far very happy i did the swap.

**bmoreS4** · 06-07-2012 08:12 AM

Originally Posted by Bull-D

if it is anything like it was to install into my 09 A3, there isn't really a kit needed. you need removal tools which you can get off ebay or likely one of the install placed in town, maybe even audi. just 4 little metal pieces that look like key blanks. also a 32 pin connector you can get from audi parts for about 28 bucks. i have the part number somewhere if you need me to dig it up. you use that to swap 3 wires from one
connector in the back to the 32 pin connector....this was done so i could use my OEM aux port that came on my A3. after that, it requires some VAG-COM mods to get all the features to work. that was it on my install. so far very happy i did the swap.

Pics?

**OrangeA4** · 06-23-2012 09:34 PM

So no info on retrofitting Reverse cameras? ECS has the 700$ kit

Found this........
http://www.factory-direct.jp/SHOP/73...6408/list.html

Gives us hope that there are cheaper solutions. These are around 200 or less.
I'm going to look into this further and report back when I can.

**Lou-quattro** · 07-01-2012 05:11 AM

Alright well... After successfully using the nav for a few weeks after installing my RNS-E, my gps location is totally off now. The map DVD it came with is a burned copy and the bottom looks pretty scratched up. Could that be the problem? My gps antenna is located behind the head unit magnetized to that metal bar by the steering column which seems to be a common spot from what I've read. Audi and navteq haven't been helpful in telling me the best place to get a new map disc or which version. I'm definitely not buying one through Audi for $400 which is what they quoted me LOL. Any help would be appreciated.

**Lou-quattro** · 07-17-2012 06:31 PM

Bump for help.

**McKVNT** · 01-17-2013 04:51 AM

Quick question:

I've been reading all afternoon from various sources and am trying to figure out what I need to do this conversion. I have a 1999 S4, euro model so has pre-facelift centre console and concert headunit, I'm in the process of converting this to facelift now so space won't be an issue. What parts do I actually need for the conversion in my model? My dash has an analogue clock so I'm led to believe it does not have CanBus am I correct? What will I need?

Any help appreciated.

**Chappo3.0** · 02-12-2013 09:35 PM

Hey, just a question, I'm trying to sell my RNS-D nav plus that I pulled out of my 2003 a4, and I have a guy thats wanting to know if it will fit into his 2004 A8L ? He said Audi told him it was to hard and costly?

I'm thinking of selling it for $550 bucks if anybody's interested??
I'm in KEMPSEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA

**jubei4769** · 05-07-2013 08:20 PM

what is the part number for the rns-e with updated screen and sd slots

**MadhatterPDC** · 07-09-2014 09:30 AM

I apologize for the necro-bump, but I have been searching without success in finding how to access the hidden EQ settings for the RNS-E with Bose. I think this is the most relevant thread for that function. Any suggestions appreciated.

**macster9090** · 11-08-2014 08:47 PM

long story short i just got a 2012 unit for my b6 a4 its all new tec built in the style housing for the b6 cars i dont know anything about this unit but would like to get the best possible bluetooth working, i found an oem audi original bluetooth adapter for my car but idk how or if it will work with my unit i also want full functionality, i plan on doing a steering wheel swap soon.

thanks help is much appreciated

**SlvrAvnt3.0** · 07-19-2015 10:32 PM

Has anyone used the repairservice.web.com software to unlock their rns-e? I recently purchased one and dont have the code and the dealer cant get the code.

**kuelderrek** · 04-18-2016 02:58 PM

Today my RNS-E display (along with other center console display) keeps getting dimmer and coming back and getting dimmer and coming back like a constant loop. Today is particularly hot and my car has been sitting in the sun, not sure if that would cause this issue. I was wondering if anyone encounter the same problem before?

**djinfiniTeeQ** · 05-16-2016 11:26 AM

Looking at the list on the first post in this thread, it would appear that the A3/S3 RNS-E is not compatible with a '00 B5 S4. Can anyone confirm or deny at their earliest convenience? Considering buying a 1st gen A3/S3 RNS-E on eBay...

Thanks!!

**Sorin Popovici** · 01-14-2017 09:45 AM

Hello to everyone ! I have a power problem with my RNS-E (mk1) . The unit is mounted on an Audi a4 b6 , and it was taked from an Audi a6 c5 .The problem consists that the unit to start need a suplimentary connection beside the +,-,and can wire . The connection is made from continuos 12v to pin D13(radio on) , but the problem is that its consuming batery (the rear amplifier ) , Was anyone experience this kind of problem , is there a inside fuse ? or a relay between the main + and radio on ? P.S The unit comunicates with the dash , its chaiging the lumination ,etc.

**hallvardr** · 01-02-2018 04:36 AM

I found a RNS-E from an A3 cheap for sale (8P0 035 192S) can these fit in an A4?
Is the faceplate the only difference, and it's possible to get a new one, or is it not worth thinking about.

**AudiA4b6US** · 01-02-2018 04:51 AM

If your car needs a discrete "GALA" (speed) signal (some A4 B5 and A6 C5) then you need to find a 4B0 unit. Otherwise any RNS-E will work with proper coding. The A4 B5 and A6 C5 need the 4B0 faceplate, A4 B6 needs the 8E0 faceplate and A3 8P needs the 8P0 faceplate.