Unofficial SWL recovery CD. This is used if the unit is stuck with Gateway Error 202 or similar and is unable to boot after the upgrade. It’s based on the 272x firmware but can be used to recover RNS 510’s running any version.

Hold down <, > & i at the same time. I believe it’s not quite factory reset since no user settings are lost/reset.

The RNS 510 has the capability to send command to the Bluetooth module.

1. Power on the unit and insert the SD card into it.
2. Restart the unit in Software Upgrade Mode by pressing SETUP + EJECT + MIC (INFO) buttons.
3. Wait 20 seconds and insert the firmware CD-R you burnt earlier (sd_to_hdd_fw.
4. The unit will restart and will display a message about the upgrade/copy process.

The RNS 510 Navigation just got better. Featuring all the amazing functions you have come to know and love, it now has a brilliant VW DAB System. Finding your way is really easy with the RNS 510 touch-screen radio navigation system which also offers you the latest in multimedia entertainment.

From the 2016 Jetta to the 2016 Tiguan, VW Car-Net App-Connect is very available throughout the Volkswagen lineup. If you would like to learn more about App-Connect and see it in action, reach out to a local Volkswagen dealer in your area.

It’s been standard on the Up and Polo since April 2018, or can be bought for about £39 from Amazon or VW dealers. Aside from the DataPlug, all you need is a smartphone, on which you download the VW Connect app, sign up for an account and follow the instructions for how to pair it via Bluetooth.

Volkswagen’s Car-Net App-Connect is available free for the first five years of ownership. During that same period, buyers can take advantage of other features for a $99 per year fee.

Requires paid subscription and VW Car-Net Mobile App. Standard text and data rates may apply. Requires paid subscription and may require additional payment for emergency and other third-party services rendered.

Yes, VW Car-Net Remote Access includes remote start. In addition to being able to remotely start and stop your vehicle, the Car-Net app will enable owners to lock and unlock the doors, honk and flash the lights, view the last parked location and access vehicle status information, such as fuel level and mileage.

You need three things: ‘Car-Net App Connect’ (£100 when ordered from the factory, £215 for a dealer upgrade, standard on the Pro system); any of VW’s Composite Media, Discovery Navigation or Discovery Navigation Pro infotainment systems; and a compatible mobile device with the apps downloaded.

App-Connect is a new feature for Car-Net. Volkswagen Car-Net App-Connect is the only category of features which is free without the Car-Net Subscription. App-Connect is the name for the services that include Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and MirrorLink, meaning improved smartphone connectivity.

On your Android, go to “Settings” and find “MirrorLink” option. Take Samsung for example, open “Settings” > “Connections” > “More connection settings” > “MirrorLink”. After that, turn on “Connect to car via USB” to successfully connect your device. In this way, you can mirror Android to car with ease.