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.
IPOD BASEPLATE -R192
Make sure the iPod baseplate is working correctly if there are customer complaints. Refer to the Operating Instructions.
After connecting the battery, check all the vehicle accessories, for example, the radio, the clock, the Comfort packages. Refer to [For transmission(s) 0A4, 02E, 09G, 02Q] [For engine(s) CBTA, CJAA, CBUA] Removal and Installation and/or the Owner's Manual.
General Information
The iPod baseplate can be ordered as an accessory.
There are several versions of the iPod. The iPod baseplate is designed for the following iPods:
- 3rd and 4th generation iPods
- iPod Mini
- iPod Photo
When an iPod is inserted into the iPod baseplate, the play list will appear in the radio or radio/RNS. The voltage supply for the iPod flows through the iPod baseplate.
All iPod audio files can be played through the Sound System. It is not possible to display photographs and ID3 tags. The radio or radio navigation system display simply shows the number of the file (track xx).
The files are transmitted from the iPod identically to the radio or radio/navigation system.
Troubleshooting
The iPod baseplate does not have OBD.
Fault finding procedure, refer to IPOD BASEPLATE -R192-, TROUBLESHOOTING .
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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.