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Mk5 golf stereo ...

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just bought a mk5 golf ('08) and although the stereo is nice ... There is no aux for my iPod :( it's an RCD300 ... Anybody found a good way around this ... Or know of a better upgrade ( cheap as poss ).... Ta
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The aux was mounted remote from the radio usually in the centre console. If one is not fitted you can buy a lead that plugs into the connector in the rear of the radio.
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bigherb wrote:The aux was mounted remote from the radio usually in the centre console. If one is not fitted you can buy a lead that plugs into the connector in the rear of the radio.
Thanks... No port anywhere , I've seen so many variations but am confused which to get ???
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Join the MK5 forum and there will be someone close to you that will fit one for you using the proper VW kit.
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KINGPRAWN wrote:just bought a mk5 golf ('08) and although the stereo is nice ... There is no aux for my iPod :( it's an RCD300 ... Anybody found a good way around this ... Or know of a better upgrade ( cheap as poss ).... Ta

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Thanks guys ... Result from the fountain as usual :ok
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