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Xtenzi Replacement Radio Removal Key Set Compatible with Audi/VW/Mercedes Car Stereos - XT91402
Xtenzi replacement In-dash radio removal key tool compatible with Select Audi/VW/Mercedes ModelsStrong Steel: The removal keys are made from thick metal in order to ensure they won’t bend or break in the middle of a jobPerfect Fit: Unlike most stereo removal tools, these removal tools feature is round and smooth that allows you to easily remove tough stuck radio without causing your fingers pain.Package Contents: Includes 4 Radio Removal Keys, 2 Pair of keys.
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4 Reddit comments about Xtenzi Replacement Radio Removal Key Set Compatible with Audi/VW/Mercedes Car Stereos - XT91402:

u/GohnGalt · 1 pointr/Audi

/u/VeryCleverMoose okay, so this is the aux/30-pin cord that I bought and this is the adapter you need to go with it. There are dozens of things on amazon that are virtually the same, you just have to look through the reviews and questions and usually people say what it fits. Also, you will need a set of radio removal keys, I paid a few extra for ones that don't bend so easily here.
Tutorial:

    1. Put a nice and thick towel over your center console. Sit in the passenger seat.
    1. Insert a removal key into each slot with the angled part facing outwards until they click. Don't push until you bottom out. This isn't Brazzers.
    1. With all 4 keys in, use a friend's help or use your thumb and pinky to grab a top and bottom key with each hand so the force is spread evenly between all four keys. Once the radio is loose, pull it out a bit and then - I needed a small flatblade screwdriver to help - depress the catch on the back of the radio to free each key.
    1. Gently pull the radio completely forward and let it rest on the towel.
    1. See the big 20 or whatever pin plug on the bottom right of the back of the radio (if you are looking directly at the back of the radio)? Unplug it, and plug it into the orange adapter.
    1. Get a small zip tie and jumble up the 30-pin cord on the aux jack dongle. You don't want to nicely coil it however as this can create radio noise.
    1. Unscrew a suitable screw on any clean metal on the back of the radio- may want to use a magnetic tipped screwdriver so you don't drop it. Put the grounding wire over the hole and screw the screw back in - make sure it's tight as you want a good connection.
    1. Take the weird plug from the 30-pin/aux dongle (which is in our case blue) and slide it onto the adapter plug (green in this case)
    1. Plug that assembled connector into the spot where you originally removed the 20-pin plug, it should click IIRC.
    1. Put the 30-pin/aux dongle in the back of the radio cavity, and feed the aux jack right across the center of the opening. Open your little tray/drawer. There should be a slot that goes into it, and you can slip the aux jack through. Feed what you can through the opening, don't worry about coiling it into the drawer yet.
    1. While keeping the aux cord taught and flat in the opening, slide the radio back into the hole. The aux cord should be down in the recessed channel in the center and the radio should slide right in over top of it.
    1. You're done. Just be careful coiling up the cord so you don't jam the drawer up, and you will have to slam it a little bit so that it stays shut. Press the CD button when you want to use the aux jack as the input. It works perfectly, and only a tiny bit of static/noise from the engine when using the aux jack, and only if you're playing something dead quiet.
u/bdnicho · 1 pointr/Audi

I got one of these Grom Audio units for my 2007.5 A4. It plugs in to the external CD changer port of the stock head unit. I didn't have an external CD changer, so no big deal for me. I'd you do have one you'll have to decide if it's worth losing it, or if you want to go with something else.

As for the unit itself, it mimics a CD and doesn't provide track or artist info on the display, but it does work with the steering wheel controls.

Installation is very easy. Order yourself a set of these stereo keys and you can have the unit installed in 15 minutes. No tools required.

u/rjchehab · 1 pointr/GolfGTI

I got my Helix sub installed close to 2 months ago, here's where I got everything (tax and shipping excluded):

  • Helix Sub, Rick Case VW, $479.20 (link). There was an additional mail-in 15% rebate going on through Q1 on VW rebates, but now it's 10% on Q2. Haven't received that additional mail-in yet, it's up to 90 days for it to come in. You need to buy from a VW dealer to qualify, but I think it puts you generally ahead compared to ECS, ShopDAP, etc.
  • Long screw and short screw from VW parts vortex, $10.96 total. You don't really need the additional short screw, you just need the long one. I ended up using both nuts (plus having the extra spare that you already have on your car) to hold the spare tire and sub each, but you really just need the one on top of it all.
  • Radio removal key, $7.49. Not a bad deal, you need them.
  • Audio terminal removal keys, $7.95. Don't cheap out, you want to have a set of these. They make the involved step super easy.
  • Helix programmer, Golf MK7 forum, $100 deposit, $10 rental. The guy handling that thread is super on top of it, just get on the list. It's worth it, helps clean up the sound, specially on mid to high volume. My sub came pre-programmed for a Jetta as indicated by the tool, there was a noticeable difference.
  • Wiring harness jumper 000-051-727-B, got it from ShopDAP for ~$20). You don't need this jumper AT ALL, buuuuut it does enable you to take the sub out and use the stock system by just plugging at the end of the harness going to the sub. Awesome if you ever need the trunk space, I just keep it in my tools bag in the car. Doubt I'll use it more than once or twice, but it's there!
  • Some bone / plastic tools make the panel removal process easier, your choice on these.


    That was my best attempt at saving money when I did it. The sites that claim $300 or so where when they cleared inventory of the previous revision and then released B. Couldn't find a better combination of discounts and rebates.


    These 4 videos were all I needed to install it, there's overlap between them. Video 1, video 2, video 3, video 4.


    I had a MK7 with the Fender system but totaled it, replaced with a MK7.5 without Fender (SE). Helix is better (a little more powerful), so nothing to envy on Fender, although Fender has the advantages of not having to deal with any of the installation and retaining the lower floor with a spare.
u/LaLaLaLa_Lola · 0 pointsr/Volkswagen

I had no idea there was a specific tool for this! Does this look right?

Thanks for the help!