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It is a 2000 VW Jetta 1.8T
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Auto technician told me today that after market car stereos in volkswagens cause electrical problems.  If any diagnositcs are to be done the stereo must be removed.  Also stated that any auto electrical shop or dealer would make you remove the car stereo before running diagnostics.  He stated this is common with VW and Audi.  Why do car audio manufacturers make wiring harnesses for after market install?  Is what he is saying true?

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what car is this ?

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no it is not true , you can do anythin on that car the radio have nothing to do  with the rest of the system   
you are going to need stering whell adaptors to keep that working but besides that everything will work just fine next time someone tells you something like that tell them to put it in writing  

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'am a car electronics installer with 23 years of experience. I'am very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, auxiliary audio inputs and iPod iPhone interface integration and security systems if you need any help with your factory stereo, or how to add auxiliary audio or listen to your ipod android in the vehicle I currently have a MECP Master Installation Technician certification. My answers are based on my experience in vehicles and my knowledge of automotive electronics I don't put much emphasis on brand names; you won't often find me putting down a brand or pushing one on dont send me a list of what brands i like better sorry i can not help you with aftermarket or vehicles that are not in the u.s.a also video and security

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