Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Transmitter Power Output And Antenna Component Locations, A8 From 09/02/2013 Through My 2017
| Designation | Pmax (Watt) | Specified Antenna Component Locations |
|---|---|---|
| Short wave (less than 30 MHz) | 100 (PEP) | Trailer Hitch |
| 4 m band (64 to 87.5 MHz) | 20 (eff.) | Right/left rear fender (10 to 30 cm from vehicle rear lid end edge) |
| 2 m band (135 to 175 MHz) | 50 (eff.) | Right/left rear fender (10 to 30 cm from vehicle rear lid end edge) |
| 70 cm band (430 to 480 MHz) | 50 (eff.) | Right/left rear fender (10 to 30 cm from vehicle rear lid end edge) |
| TETRA (380 to 390, 406 to 420, 450 to 470, 800 to 825, 870 to 876 MHz) | 30 (PEP) | Roof center rear Left/right rear fender (10 to 30 cm from the vehicle rear lid end edge) |
| D-network telephone (820 to 980 MHz) | 20 (PEP) | Roof center rear (standard roof antenna position) Left/right rear fender (10 to 30 cm from the vehicle rear lid end edge) Left/right rear bumper (installation position similar to standard antenna) |
| E-network telephone (1700 to 1900 MHz) | 10 (PEP) | Roof center rear (standard roof antenna position) Left/right rear fender (10 to 30 cm from the vehicle rear lid end edge) Left/right rear bumper (installation position similar to standard antenna) |
| UMTS network telephone (1900 to 2100 MHz) | 10 (PEP) | Roof center rear (standard roof antenna position) Left/right rear fender (10 to 30 cm from the vehicle rear lid end edge) Left/right rear bumper (installation position similar to standard antenna) |
eff. = effective transmission output
PEP = maximum carrier power (Peak Envelope Power)
If transmitter/receiver units are installed with a higher output or with an antenna that differs from the items named above, the vehicle operating permit may be void.
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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.