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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2005A4 BASE, 4D SEDAN, 3.0 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTSTEERING COLUMN SWITCHESCOMMUNICATION91 - COMMUNICATIONRNS LOW NAVIGATION SYSTEMRADIO/NAVIGATION DISPLAY CONTROL MODULE J503 , REMOVING AND INSTALLING

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Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , removing and installing

2005 Audi A4 Base, 4D Sedan, 3.0 TSECTION Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , removing and installing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools - Radio Removal Tool T10057

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Radio removal tool T10057

If control module is replaced, select "Replacement" function for appropriate control module in "Guided Fault-Finding" routine.

Use the Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System VAS 5051 to do so.

Turn off all electrical components.
Remove ignition key.

Removing

Fig 2: Placing Radio Release Tool T10057 In Release Slits On Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503

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Place Radio Release Tool T10057 - arrows - in release slits on Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 until they engage. Points on grip eyes face outward.
Remove Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 from instrument panel.
Release connectors on Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 and remove it.
Remove Radio Release Tool T10057 by pressing locking tabs on Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503.

Installing

Connect all harness connectors.
Carefully slide Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 into instrument panel and allow it to engage in installation frame.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.