How to Choose the Right RCD330 for Volkswagen

All Volkswagen models from 2009 onwards do not experience battery drainage issues.

Volkswagen Golf MK5 (2003-2008)，

Volkswagen Jetta (A5) (2006-2010)，

Volkswagen Tiguan (5N) (2008-2010)

Volkswagen Passat (B6) (2006-2009)

Also called
Volkswagen Rabbit (US and Canada)
Volkswagen GTI (US and Canada)
Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (North America, wagon)
Volkswagen Vento Variant (Argentina and Uruguay, wagon)
Volkswagen Passat B6 Sedan
Volkswagen Passat B6 Varian
Volkswagen Passat B6 R36

If your car is equipped with the multifunction steering wheel shown in the image (with 8 buttons), you will need to install a simulator; otherwise, your multifunction steering wheel will not be able to fully control the RCD330.

CAN-Bus Gateway Simulator & MFSW Control Adapter (Fixes Battery Drain & Steering Buttons)

For some Golf MK5 models produced in 2008, with gateway part numbers 1K0 907 530Q or higher, there is no battery drain issue.

If your OEM unit is an RNS510 or RCD510, you can directly replace them with an RCD330 without encountering a battery drain issue.

For others, your car has a battery drain issue. Here are the solutions:

–Replace the old gateway with a new one;
–Find a new ACC 12V for the RCD330 in the fuse box;
–About 90% of  Volkswagen pre 2007 can resolve the battery drain issue by installing a simulator.

Original VW CAN-Bus Gateway Module 7N0 Series (Battery Drain Fix for RCD330)

ACC 12V Power Cable (Fuse Box to Quadlock)

Please note that replacing the old gateway with a new one only solves the battery drain issue and does not solve the control issue for multifunction steering wheels (with 8 buttons).

If your car has a multifunction steering wheel (with 8 buttons), you will still need to install a simulator for it.

We recommend selecting a unit for your car from the following link.

Noname 187B RCD330 with Front USB (CarPlay & Android Auto)

Noname 187B RCD330 with Rear USB (Optional Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto)

Volkswagen Golf MK6 (2009-2013)

Volkswagen Jetta (A6) (2011-2015)，

Volkswagen Tiguan (5N) (2009-2016)

Volkswagen Passat (B7) (2010-2015)

Volkswagen CC (B7) (2009-2015)

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) (2011-2015)

Volkswagen Sharan (7N) (2010-2023)

Volkswagen Scirocco (2009-2014)

Volkswagen EOS (2010-2015)

Volkswagen Polo Mk5  (6R)  (2009-2014)

Volkswagen Amarok (2010-2015)

Volkswagen T5 Transporter (2009-2015)

Volkswagen Caddy (2K) (2010-2015)

Volkswagen Touran MK2 (2009-2010)

Škoda Superb (2008-2014)

Škoda octavia (2009-2011)

Škoda Fabia MK2(2009-2012)

SEAT León MK2

These models are equipped with either a 12-button multifunction steering wheel or simply have single-sided steering wheel control (6 buttons) installed. Each of these buttons can directly control the RCD330 without the need for purchasing any additional adapters. I recommend selecting a unit from the following link.

If your car is equipped with a Fender sound system OR Dynaudio sound system, please make a note when placing your order. I will change the coding for you before shipping.

Noname 187B RCD330 with Front USB (CarPlay & Android Auto)

Noname 187B RCD330 with Rear USB (Optional Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto)

Volkswagen Jetta (2016-2018)

Volkswagen Passat （2016-2018）

Volkswagen Jetta （2016-2018）

Volkswagen Beetle （2016-2019）

Volkswagen Tiguan （2017-2018）

Also called
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

In order to install rcd330, you need to use this conversion adapter.

MQB-to-PQ Quadlock Adapter (For 2016+ VW Cars)

If your car is equipped with a Fender sound system OR Dynaudio sound system, please make a note when placing your order. I will change the coding for you before shipping.

Noname 187B RCD330 with Front USB (CarPlay & Android Auto)

Noname 187B RCD330 with Rear USB (Optional Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto)