Need color coded factory radio wiring

1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
98,500 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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VWJETTA_12345
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Ok, so i bought this 97 vw jetta trek. somebody cut out the factory radio including the adapters so there just bare wires... i need to know the color coded factory wiring diagram so i can install a aftermarket radio.. i kno BROWN is Ground and RED/WHITE is constant power but i need to know the rest i just keep blowing fuses trying to figure it out.. hope somebody can help me out.. thanks will be very much appreciated!!
Sep 20, 2010 at 1:56 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Hello,

Here are the radio wiring diagrams and a guide to help you test the wiring.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

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Sep 20, 2010 at 3:41 PM
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EJAZ77STUD
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i have VW jetta of 1997 model.. My radio is in safe mode and i dont know the code...
how should i get the code?
Oct 1, 2018 at 10:11 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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Go to a VW dealership they'll reset it and provide you with the code/s
Oct 1, 2018 at 10:11 AM (Merged)
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CARADIODOC
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Only if the selling dealer recorded the code. Most do not. Otherwise if the owner doesn't know, you get to buy a new radio.
Oct 1, 2018 at 10:11 AM (Merged)
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BIGFOOT15
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REmove the radio from the dash,Write down the serial # and call volkswagen for the code.They will give it to you.There should be a technical assistance phone # in your owners manual.
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