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Installing an FM Modulator in a 2005/2006 Volvo V50

Now you CAN listen to your MP3 player, iPod, XM or Sirius tuner in your 2005 - 2006 Volvo V50 and S40!



I am now able to offer the manual as a downloadable document in the following languages:
(German, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese.)
The download is available with a USERNAME and PASSWORD that is sent to you after purchase.

While this manual was written for the V50, the same methods apply to the S40 and the new C70

This solution allows the connection of any audio source to your car stereo.
Now you can enjoy the full stereo sound from your iPod, MP3 player, DVD player or any other audio device in your V50 or S40.

This site and the solutions provided herein are not associated with or warranted by Volvo Car Corporation
Using this method, here are some of the things you will need:
  1. FM Modulator
  2. Motorola antenna cable
  3. 9v Battery button plugs
  4. RCA to Mini cable ~ 25 feet
or
Please see the links below to download the Installation Manual and to purchase the Patch Cables.

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V50 Owner's Manual on line

.PDF Manual Cover Page
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V50 FM Modulator Installation Manual
Product Features:
  • 28 pages of full color photos and step-by-step instructions
  • 4 Appendicies that include VADIS details on part locations and rear side panel removal (V50)
Download the manual for $3.00
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Cable
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Patch Cable with button connectors
Product Features:
  • Two - 2 ft (61 cm) sections
  • Standard male and female Motorola cable ends to connect to your FM Modulator
  • Button connectors for use between the antenna and the FM/AM Amplifier
I no longer keep cable parts in stock.
If you don't have the means to build them yourself, I will build them for you, but I will need at least a week (depending on my supplier) to order the cable and assemble the parts.

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Here is my guide to installing an FM Modulator.

Section 1
Section 2
Section 3
Section 4

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This document was last update: December 22, 2008