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    sound actuator Polo GTI

    Came across an interesting video of someone who made a on/off switch on his sound actuator.
    You can hear a clear difference Here (Youtube link)
    Can't blame everyone for pulling it out and enjoy the real engine noise, not artificial..

    Got more info on pulling it out if needed

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    Yes please on the more info part ! Thanks

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    Here's a pic-by-pic walkthrough:

    Where is it?



    the plug:


    what else is there?



    It's out, what now?


    Just tape the remaining plug to keep out moisture and you are done no error codes or anything.

    Enjoy!

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    Jut ensure everyone, if you are in australia (PoloDave isn't, check the wipers ) the sound generator is on the opposite side of the car, the air ducting is on the passenger side here in Oz.

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    Never even though of that, good point Gavs!

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    Thanks PoloDave......

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    What exactly does this thing do?

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    Quote Originally Posted by BB13 View Post
    What exactly does this thing do?
    As best I can tell (I've removed it but have a hearing loss), it adds a bass-y drone to the engine noise you hear in the car. It seems to be hooked into the ECU so varies in line with throttle and/or revs.

    Without it, the car is almost silent from inside when cruising or idle. It still makes a bit of noise when you put the foot down, but you can hear much more induction noise (supercharger and turbo doing their thing).

    I also noticed that it had a bit of a psychological effect on me of making me feel a bit more comfortable in the car - doesn't sound like an angry animal trying to get away from you any more!


    You can connect and disconnect at will anyway, so give it a go and see what you think.

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    Glad to help out and spread the knowledge

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    It's like the cigarette lighter plug-in engine noise thingies off ebay, but integrated
    Personally, I like the impression it give passengers, the only annoying time is through the mountains when you want to hear more engine and exhaust note, it really drowns them out

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