Iphone on Polo Stereo

**Bluey9N** · 06-10-2009, 10:22 AM

Hi Guys,

did a search but couldnt find anything specific.

Two things, I just bought an Iphone and want to use it in my Polo GTi. I have a mate with the stereo integration thing leftover from his Mk5 Golf so I can get the components cheap.

So

1. Does the Ipod adaptor work with the Iphone?
2. Do I have to get VW to install the adaptor or can any shop do it (warranty runs out in 2 weeks)? Or even can I do it myself? Has anyone else installed it themselves?

The number on the package to confirm parts is 1K0 051 444.

Any help appreciated.

**Chuck** · 06-10-2009, 01:22 PM

cant comment on the above sorry but i can advise to lose the OEM deck and put in an aftermarket one!

I run an eclipse headunit...iphone wirelessly plays tunes/phonecalls through stereo via bluetooth...no cords/docks to worry bout...have also got an ipod adaptor/USB in the glovebox - can't recommend it enough

**simcard48** · 06-10-2009, 05:01 PM

Originally Posted by Bluey9N

Hi Guys,

1. Does the Ipod adaptor work with the Iphone?
2. Do I have to get VW to install the adaptor or can any shop do it (warranty runs out in 2 weeks)? Or even can I do it myself? Has anyone else installed it themselves?

1. check out http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newf...ghlight=iphone

for number 2:
I remember asking this question myself some time ago. If you plan on doing it yourself, from memory you'll need the dash keys, and you'll need to dismantle large proportions of the whole dash.

**vwthunder** · 06-10-2009, 05:03 PM

I have the Ipod adaptor but it dosent charge my Ipod touch

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**Ralfi** · 06-10-2009, 05:07 PM

Apparently you get close to no control of your iPod/iPhone by connecting it to the factory connecter in the Polo.

I'm looking around for something like this http://www.xcarlink.co.uk/product.ph...4&cat=2&page=1 available locally.

There is http://www.xcarlink.com.au/index.php...a239d84c41d080 but i'm not sure if they're compatible with the iPhone 3GS....actually, i'm not even sure if the model in the first link supports the 3GS either...

I'm finding it a tricky process to get what i'm after here in Aus: an adapter that allows me to control the 3GS via the radios buttons while charging the iPhone & supporting the use of a bluetooth device, which i'm thinking of adding in future.

**Swallowtail** · 06-10-2009, 05:08 PM

Originally Posted by vwthunder

I have the Ipod adaptor but it dosent charge my Ipod touch

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You need one of these (or similar, there are a few companies that make them):

http://www.scosche.com/products/sfID...productID/1667

**Bluey9N** · 07-10-2009, 09:28 AM

I pulled the kit out of the plastic and plugged the Iphone into the connector and the phone flashed up "this product is not designed to work with the Iphone, do you want to change to airplane mode?"

Pretty sure Ill just keep burning CDs.

Thanks for the links and stuff guys.

**pologti18t** · 07-10-2009, 09:37 AM

I use a Connect2 adaptor for my mp3 player. It connects to the CD changer controller on the headunit and has a simple earphone jack to plug into the MP3 player. Does the job and was inexpensive.

THey have this for iPods

CTAVGIPOD009 Connects 2 Ipod Adapter - Apple
VW Passat/Golf/Touareg/Touran
Delphi/Blaupunkt
Delta 6/RCD200/300/500

**Swallowtail** · 07-10-2009, 10:44 AM

Originally Posted by Bluey9N

I pulled the kit out of the plastic and plugged the Iphone into the connector and the phone flashed up "this product is not designed to work with the Iphone, do you want to change to airplane mode?"

Pretty sure Ill just keep burning CDs.

Thanks for the links and stuff guys.

Nearly all iPhone connnectivity devices for cars do that. Just click no and it will continue as normal. Even the VW MDI generates the same prompt.