Audio 10 radio casette

[LucyH]

I think on a W210 E-Class it's the standard square-cornered Audio 10 unit. If so I don't think you need to remove any trim.

You will need the 'keys' that are used to secure the unit in position. These are available from your dealer for a pound or so.

If it's completely kaput it might not be the end of the world. You should be able to pick up a replacement fairly cheaply as they're often removed and replaced with a CD player. Not much of a market for cassette players these days, so good news if you're looking for one.

Thanks! I don't have the manual for the Audio 10 but I gather you have to make sure you put the keys in the right way or they get stuck. Is this true? Does the manual tell you how to do it?

 

[mr. shr]

Thanks! I don't have the manual for the Audio 10 but I gather you have to make sure you put the keys in the right way or they get stuck. Is this true? Does the manual tell you how to do it?

Don't think the manual tells you but it's very easy.
Do you have some keys now?

If you look closely on each key you'll see either the letter 'L' or 'R'

With the 'L' facing upwards, insert that key in the LEFT hand slot. With the 'R' facing upwards on the other key, insert that into the RIGHT hand slot.

Just push each key until you hear/feel a click, then pull evenly on both sides. Be carful though. The keys are a bit flimsey and can bend easily so remove them once the unit is out (you don't need them to re-insert the unit).
To remove the keys, just push down on the springed mechanism either side of the radio, and pull the key out whilst doing so.

 

[LucyH]

Don't think the manual tells you but it's very easy.
Do you have some keys now?

If you look closely on each key you'll see either the letter 'L' or 'R'

With the 'L' facing upwards, insert that key in the LEFT hand slot. With the 'R' facing upwards on the other key, insert that into the RIGHT hand slot.

Just push each key until you hear/feel a click, then pull evenly on both sides. Be carful though. The keys are a bit flimsey and can bend easily so remove them once the unit is out (you don't need them to re-insert the unit).
To remove the keys, just push down on the springed mechanism either side of the radio, and pull the key out whilst doing so.

Thanks - I've just spoken to the MB dealer and they've quoted me £21 for 2 keys and the audio 10 manual! I don't think I need the manual as you have very kindly told me what to do, but could anyone lend me the keys and I can post them back???? (or where else would I get them). Thanks again.

 

[Alfie]

Thanks - I've just spoken to the MB dealer and they've quoted me £21 for 2 keys and the audio 10 manual! I don't think I need the manual as you have very kindly told me what to do, but could anyone lend me the keys and I can post them back???? (or where else would I get them). Thanks again.

I can.

Send me a PM with your address.

 

[maddog]

i have a audio 10 as well if you need one , with manual and code

 

[LucyH]

i have a audio 10 as well if you need one , with manual and code

Thank you very much! Let me try with the keys to see if I can get ours going, if not I will come back to you! Many thanks, LucyH

 

[Alfie]

Keys in the post to you.

 

[LucyH]

Keys in the post to you.

Thank you.

I had a thought, if I take the radio out will this mess up the code? We bought the car from a secondhand (not MB) dealer last year so I probably have no idea what the code is. Will I need it to get it going again???

 

[Alfie]

Thank you.

I had a thought, if I take the radio out will this mess up the code? We bought the car from a secondhand (not MB) dealer last year so I probably have no idea what the code is. Will I need it to get it going again???

Probably, yes. Just dont disconnect the power from it unless you have the code.

If you dont have the code then your local MB dealer should be able to get it for you but you may have to prove ownership of the vehicle.

 

[Bobby Dazzler]

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They're not wrong. Mrs D would be surprised at receiving one of those. I would also be homeless and single in no time at all!!

 

[LucyH]

Keys in the post to you.

Thanks - arrived safely yesterday. Will attempt to use this afternoon......!

 

[LucyH]

i have a audio 10 as well if you need one , with manual and code

Hi! I have now managed to remove the audio 10, have played around with the wires and pulled out the power lead and put back in as someone suggested.

It's still not working, so I think it must be kaput!

Could I take you up on your offer of your audio 10, manual and code please?

Thanks

LucyH

 

[mr. shr]

Hi! I have now managed to remove the audio 10, have played around with the wires and pulled out the power lead and put back in as someone suggested.

It's still not working, so I think it must be kaput!

Could I take you up on your offer of your audio 10, manual and code please?

Thanks

LucyH

Is there a fuse on the back of the unit? I can't remember if there is one on the Audio 10.

 

[maddog]

There is a 10amp fuse on the back of the unit i have

I'm not sure what its worth to be honest i'll try and find a fair price for it.

I have only just replaced it due to a comand upgrade

This is the unit i have

 

[LucyH]

There is a 10amp fuse on the back of the unit i have

I'm not sure what its worth to be honest i'll try and find a fair price for it.

I have only just replaced it due to a comand upgrade

This is the unit i have

OK, thanks - let me know.

 

[LucyH]

Is there a fuse on the back of the unit? I can't remember if there is one on the Audio 10.

Yes, there is, a 10A - I suppose I could try changing that but I tried to get it out earlier and found it very hard.

Will have another go.

Thanks!

 

[LucyH]

Yes, there is, a 10A - I suppose I could try changing that but I tried to get it out earlier and found it very hard.

Will have another go.

Thanks!

IT WORKS!!!!!!!! Thank you so much everyone for helping me with this! It was the fuse in the audio10 unit itself! What a great bunch you are!

If a fuse goes in future, where is best to buy them from?

A million thanks again to everyone who took time to help me out.

LucyH

 

[LucyH]

OK, thanks - let me know.

Have managed to get it going (see above) - thanks anyway for all your help.

LucyH

 

[mr. shr]

IT WORKS!!!!!!!! Thank you so much everyone for helping me with this! It was the fuse in the audio10 unit itself! What a great bunch you are!

If a fuse goes in future, where is best to buy them from?

A million thanks again to everyone who took time to help me out.

LucyH

Glad you got it going again.
Did it not ask you for a code?

 

[maddog]

excellent , pm me you address and i'll send you a spare fuse

mind you the last one lasted 7 years, so should be fixed provided no one uses is as a money box


I know how you feel my son posted the entire contents of my change tray into my head unit, i had only just fitted it as well!!!!!