App-Connect

[antiquebiker]

Hi all,

New to this forum so apologies if this has been asked before.

Just purchased a 2016 Sharan 150 Nav.

Tried to connect my phone to use the Appleplay feature through App-Connect only to find out it needs an activation code from my local VW dealer. I phoned them and was told it would cost £250 for this code which seems to be quite an expensive option.

Does this sound about right? Has anyone managed to do this without having to use a main dealer?

Thanks in advance for any help.

[Volkswagen Owners Club]

Hi ..... welcome to the Club

I'm not personally sure about a way around this without going to the dealer but I would chat with a local VW specialist as they may be able to do this via their diagnostic platform 

 

[antiquebiker]

Thanks. I did try this option only to be told it's a main dealer job.

Was quoted £262 + vat to purchase plus £70 + vat to install.

I found a company called North East VAG Adaptions who were able to help. They provided the activation codes for both the App-Connect and voice control via email which I transferred to a SD card. Did a system update which took about five minute and hey presto, all working. Cost was £100 all in.

I did ask what would happen if it all went belly up and they offer full support.

[Volkswagen Owners Club]

That's great news and thanks for sharing with the forum.....ideal solution and cheaper than the dealership