Retained Accessory Power Function
 

I replaced the double DIN Symphony stereo in 2000 A8 with a Kenwood DNX7160 and now the retained power accessory function for stereo no longer works. Installer says it won't in aftermarket unit. I think power is wired to a retained power circuit as are the windows. Did the installer use wrong power source for new nav/stereo unit and is he yanking my chain or is he correct? It was an expensive installation from a well known and experienced shop and should be perfect.

Please help.:confused:

Re: Retained Accessory Power Function
 

Hey, I'm curious if you figured this one out? I unfortunately have no insight, but am a new D2 A8 owner and am working on soaking up as much knowledge as possible. Cheers, Adam.

Re: Retained Accessory Power Function
 

Nope. Guess it can't be done. Also never could get the steering wheel audio controls to work. No one I asked, and I asked a lot, could do it. Some guys in England said they could do it, but I'm here and so is my car.