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.
Antenna Systems
The antennas are integrated inside the rear window and roof antenna.
The antenna system consists of the following parts:
- Antenna -R11- /Radio Antenna 2 -R93- in the rear window
- Antenna Amplifier -R24-, AM/FM, on the right side of the rear window, C-pillar
- Antenna Amplifier 2 -R111-, FM2/optional DAB, on the left side of the rear window, C-pillar
- Satellite Tuner Antenna -R172-, SAT, in the roof antenna
- GPS Antenna -R50-, GPS, in the roof antenna
- Telephone Antenna -R65-, GSM, in the roof antenna
The antenna system with diversity function serves to improve and optimize the reception quality in the vehicle. It is not installed with the Low Entry, RCD 210 and RNS 300 radios.
The Vehicle GPS Antenna 1 -R259- (GPS) and Vehicle GPS Antenna 1 -R260- (GSM) are installed on the rear bumper for the vehicle GPS.
Repairing Antenna Wires
A new repair concept has been developed for repairing antenna wires. Instead of a complete antenna wire, connecting wires of different lengths and various adapter leads are now available as replacement parts.
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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.