can someone confirm or deny they rumors about Fabia vRS 11 plate radio

[carby131]

Hi all, as stated above iv heard a few rumors about the standard radio in Fabia vRS 11 plate (mk2)

first rumor is if you mess about with the electronics (try attatching subs or after-market headunit) the ECU locks you out and its a few hundred to get it back online.

this i cant belive but just want to hear it from the experts.

secondly is there a remote live connection in the back of the radio to attatch a sub without needing an aftermarket radio?

thanks all

[Tech1e]

Never heard of the first issue tbh having fitted quite a few accessories.

Yes I think you can get an adaptor to convert a line out for a sub, but for a remote live you can just use an ignition live.

[gadgetman]

I think you mean if it asks for a code the only option is to pay a dealer, but it wont be £100's

[P1TT8ULL]

I fitted a sub to standard headunit with no probs. The amp switched its self on when it detected a signal.

Or use a test light/multi meter to find a switched live

[carby131]

I fitted a sub to standard headunit with no probs. The amp switched its self on when it detected a signal.

Or use a test light/multi meter to find a switched live

what about the two red and white leads that go into the amp? i assumed they were to transfer the sound from headunit to amp... my standard unit dosent have the two sockets for these leads? any clues

[marTTyn]

You can use an RCA adaptor that takes the signal from the existing speaker connections.

[carby131]

i wish i knew a thing about electrics.... i dont have a clue which adaptor and how :/

maby easyer for me to change headunit?

[P1TT8ULL]

Where you from dude?? I'm on fone so can't see.

[carby131]

im from Newark in Nottinghamshire