Help to retrofit MFSW in my 6R POLO

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Volkov
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Help to retrofit MFSW in my 6R POLO

Post by Volkov »

Hi everyone,

I'm new here, so sorry if I'm posting in the wrong place.

After a few ups and downs, I've just got my Polo back from the garage after an engine replacement. I really love this car (it was a gift from my father). Rather than replacing it (I unfortunately had to seriously consider that question when it broke down), now that I've got it back with a new engine, I'd like to make the interior a bit more comfortable. It's only a "Trendline mixed with a Comfortline" (it's impossible to know the exact trim level, and some sites say Trendline while others say Comfortline). Anyway, the plastic steering wheel is crumbling with age, and I was wondering whether it might be worth trying an MFSW while I'm at it.

So I've had a look around the forum, but I haven't reached a definite conclusion.

I understood that I need to remove the airbag to be sure of the number of pins.

What I do know, following a VCDS scan, is that my versions are as follows:

Address 15: Airbags (J234) Labels:* Redir Fail!
Part No SW: 6R0 959 655 K HW: 6R0 959 655 K
Component: VW10Airbag01K H09 0020
Address 09: Cent. Elect. (J519) Labels:. 6R0-937-08x-09.clb
Part No SW: 6R0 937 087 K HW: 6R0 937 087
Component: BCM PQ25 H+4 H46 0251
Address 19: CAN Gateway (J533) Labels:. 6N0-909-901-6R.clb
Part No SW: 6N0 909 901 HW: 6R0 937 087
Component: GW-K-CAN TP20 H46 0251

Did someone already try it with this versions ?

Also, did you have some tips to restore my headliner?


Thanks a lot :)
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Re: Help to retrofit MFSW in my 6R POLO

Post by ciclo »

Hi.
My recommendation is to install a leather MFSW that is "in good condition", along with its corresponding airbag.
If you know how to search and where to buy, the final cost and the overall result will be better than dealing with the complexities of airbag compatibility, or worn-out steering wheels from a scrapyard.

If your vehicle didn't come with an MFSW from the factory, you will need to add the necessary wiring/wires for the buttons to function.
Perhaps the seller can provide this wiring at no extra cost, along with comprehensive technical support to ensure a flawless installation and coding process.

New Engine = New MFSW
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Re: Help to retrofit MFSW in my 6R POLO

Post by Volkov »

Hello there,

Thanks for the advice.
When you say “if you know how to search and where to buy”, could you give me a few examples of where you’d look, or the search terms you’d use? I’m new to this and want to avoid buying an incompatible wheel or airbag.


Actualy I’m scearching on Ovoko and I actually found an listed 2010 leather wheel but I’m afraid by the airbag incompatibility and an remplacement because of takata lol

Thanks :)
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