Name: Metra 40-EU56 Antenna Adapter
Brand: Metra
SKU: 12040EU56
Price: 24.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (82 reviews)

OVERVIEW

This antenna adapter lets you connect an aftermarket receiver to the factory antenna cable in select 2007-08 Audi, 2008-up Mercedes-Benz, and 2009-up Volkswagen vehicles. The adapter has an OEM female plug on one end and a Motorola male plug on the other. Installation note: A blue wire is attached to the antenna adapter. When installing the adapter, the blue wire should be connected to the antenna turn-on lead of your new car stereo. Please check the stereo's manual for more information.

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You'll need Metra's 40-EU66 adapter if you're installing an FM modulator with your factory radio. Warranty: 1 year.

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Metra 40-EU56 Antenna Adapter owner's manual

Automobile antenna adapter with male Motorola connector/turn-on lead on one end and a European dual Fakra antenna connector on other end

MFR #40-EU56

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This works perfect with my 2011 VW Tiguan S even though the website says it doesn't.

Jeff from WESTMINSTER, CO

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Why do I still get static in almost all my radio chanals and I still using a amplified adapter?

I have the same problem; all my connections are made as the instructions stated and I've never had good reception. Unfortunately, I've never been able to figure this one out.

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I am currently living in Germany but still driving my US-spec 2014 Volkswagen Passat. While I don't often listen to German FM stations because I use Bluetooth, I still want the option in case of an emergency. [ SSgt DOUTHIT, Jun 16, 2020 ]

It was part of the recommended package. [ Logan May 08, 2020 ]

I want to use my antenna [ Collin Alexande Feb 01, 2020 ]

I love it [ Jose Dec 25, 2019 ]

I know I need this one, The car has an odd connection on the antenna [ Frank Dec 10, 2019 ]

i chose this because i listen to the am radio. [ Alexa Dec 06, 2019 ]

Always need that fm radio when your phone dies. Also need to listen to the local morning talk show otw to work! [ Lewis Julian Dec 02, 2019 ]

Just to be sure I have the right parts [ Tom Nov 29, 2019 ]

keeps factory inputs [ Christopher Nov 25, 2019 ]

same [ Sue Nov 04, 2019 ]

Audi boii [ Devon Jun 26, 2019 ]

In package [ Richard May 19, 2019 ]

Needed and competitive price [ Paul May 04, 2019 ]

My son' VW Passat requires it for the Alpine iLX-107 stereo. [ JOSEPH E Apr 29, 2019 ]

One of the few units that provides wireless CarPlay, included GPS which is normally $300-400 extra by itself or $100 extra from the 4400 model but was on sale for the same price as 4400. [ Daniel Feb 28, 2019 ]

VW [ EDWARD Feb 20, 2019 ]

i dont want to have to wait for a n extra part that i may possibly need [ Peter Jan 18, 2019 ]

because you told me to silly [ BENJAMIN Jan 08, 2019 ]

Because of the Volkswagen [ Heber Dec 22, 2018 ]

recommended for install [ phillip Dec 20, 2018 ]

Fits my car properly [ Brandy Dec 16, 2018 ]

It was part of the installation package [ Walter Dec 16, 2018 ]

Needed it [ P Dec 08, 2018 ]

Its needed for the power antenna. [ Richard Dec 07, 2018 ]

I only need one [ Rick Nov 28, 2018 ]

Not sure [ Kenneth Nov 22, 2018 ]

Install package [ River Nov 15, 2018 ]

Because you told me to [ Dhruv Nov 11, 2018 ]

Part of the kit [ Michael Oct 30, 2018 ]

because i drive a 2014 volkswagen jetta and thats what was required [ james Oct 19, 2018 ]

Need it [ Jesus Oct 07, 2018 ]

Ease of installation [ Orlando Oct 01, 2018 ]

cuz i prolly need it [ Paris Sep 20, 2018 ]

Needed Audi 2012 A4 radio antenna adapter [ Travis Sep 11, 2018 ]

This was a recommended purchase for installation. [ Jamie Aug 25, 2018 ]

needed for install [ Michael Aug 14, 2018 ]

VW is squirley. This makes it a seamless installation. I just did an install in my 08 Passat and Crutchfield made it so simple!!! [ Robert Aug 12, 2018 ]

RADIO RECEPTION A MUST. I TRUST CRUTCHFIELD TO SIMPLIFY MY INSTALLATION [ BILL Jul 22, 2018 ]

Purchased this adapter to utilize the factory satellte radio antenna. [ R. CURTIS Jul 20, 2018 ]

The vehicle is German. [ M Jul 16, 2018 ]

Mostly because it was suggested. I do know that the antenna connections are different on european cars (my VW Jetta) and will not work with out them. [ Arthur Jul 08, 2018 ]

The website said I needed it. :) [ Gary Jul 02, 2018 ]

It's the antenna adapter recommended for my Volkswagon Jetta by a Crutchfield expert. [ Tyrone Jun 29, 2018 ]

Included in the install kit for a VW Jetta [ Richard Gonchar Jun 27, 2018 ]

ease of installation [ Alastair Jun 19, 2018 ]

needed for car [ Michael Jun 06, 2018 ]

necessary [ Edward Jun 06, 2018 ]

Car being shipped to Europe [ Thomas Jun 05, 2018 ]

I have no idea! LOL [ Paul D. May 30, 2018 ]

easiest way to connect a VW antenna [ Charles May 23, 2018 ]

Need for my application [ ZAVEER May 23, 2018 ]

It was recommended with the HU that I picked out. [ Chiezika May 23, 2018 ]

Because I have a European car [ Jeffrey May 21, 2018 ]

I needed it [ ERICK N May 21, 2018 ]

needed for mk6 Jetta to retain the stock radio [ Shane May 14, 2018 ]

Per the installation guidance, my 2008 Mercedes-Benz C350 will require this. [ Rodney May 14, 2018 ]

my car was a 2012 vw jetta [ JOHN May 13, 2018 ]

For Kenwood DMX7704S being installed in a 2010 VW Jetta [ JAIRO May 10, 2018 ]

This is required for European to American antenna connection. [ Greg Apr 28, 2018 ]

VW can't be like most car makers and use the universal antenna hookup. You have to buy an adapter for VW vehicles. [ Mark Apr 20, 2018 ]

Needed this to connect factory amplified antenna to aftermarket headunit. [ Matthew Apr 13, 2018 ]

Required for Audi antenna usage [ Andrew Mar 31, 2018 ]

so it seamlessly connects to the stock antenna. [ MATTHEW Mar 30, 2018 ]

Volkswagon [ Stanley Mar 29, 2018 ]

I have a dual-plug in my VW and have tried aftermarket adapters that only use a single input... radio reception is awful. [ Jason Mar 16, 2018 ]

because it said I needed it to install the item i bought...... [ Graydon Mar 06, 2018 ]

I need it for my 2014 vw Jetta [ Tony Jan 24, 2018 ]

Didn't choose - part of accessory kit [ Gerald Dec 12, 2017 ]

needed it [ James Dec 03, 2017 ]

For my 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, installing a Pionee AVH 291BT [ sean Dec 02, 2017 ]

I was told it was needed. [ Colin Dec 02, 2017 ]

My car is in Europe at this present time [ Peter Dec 01, 2017 ]

It was part of the package I bought. [ Kenneth Dec 01, 2017 ]

needed this adapter for my 2012 Passat, pioneer 4200NEX install [ DAN Nov 27, 2017 ]

Because I have a Volkswagen and you recommended it :) [ Forrest Nov 17, 2017 ]

Suggested [ JAMES E. Nov 08, 2017 ]

Supposedly just cramming an American antenna wire into a European plug is not the proper way to install stuff. Since I'd like it to work I figured I'd get the adapter. [ Name Namery Oct 17, 2017 ]

It was in the package and I couldn't remove it. I have no need nor intention of installing this. [ Gabriel Oct 12, 2017 ]

I am putting this unit in a european car [ Andrew Oct 09, 2017 ]

It was needed to install a receiver/cd player in my Jetta [ LINDSEY CLYDE Sep 12, 2017 ]

It's needed to connect factory-installed antenna to pretty much any aftermarket stereo, if you have a German car. [ Alexey Sep 09, 2017 ]

nice if your head unit can also function the radio [ Mike Aug 29, 2017 ]

Required antenna adapter for my vehicle [ J Aug 04, 2017 ]

because i needed it. hoe [ Enrique Jul 31, 2017 ]

Installing my Pioneer into my 2011 CC. [ Bob Jul 13, 2017 ]

to fit my 2013 Volkswagen Jetta [ Phillip Jul 01, 2017 ]

I have a VW Jetta and need this to complete the installation [ A Jun 29, 2017 ]

Crutchfield tech support made me confident that I was purchasing the correct antenna adapter for my aftermarket radio. [ Robert Jun 12, 2017 ]

I have a German car. This is needed to connect the factory antenna to an aftermarket radio. [ Terry Jun 04, 2017 ]

I drive a European car. [ Steven May 26, 2017 ]

It came with the kit [ Real deal May 26, 2017 ]

Recommended by Crutchfield Technician [ Gary May 09, 2017 ]

Needed [ Roger Apr 27, 2017 ]

needed to install aftermarket radio in my Passatt [ JOHN Mar 03, 2017 ]

this is a direct adapter for an American style head unit, to a European antenna. [ Bruce Feb 26, 2017 ]

It was recommended as part of the kit for my car. [ Russell Feb 21, 2017 ]

because it fits [ Dzenana Feb 20, 2017 ]

I purchased the European Antenna Adapter because I wanted to sustain the OEM posture during aftermarket installation. [ Dad Feb 17, 2017 ]

Recommended [ Cal Feb 08, 2017 ]

New Stereo [ Brian Feb 05, 2017 ]

European stock antennae have a different connector than American decks utilize. In order to receive AM/FM radio in your car through the stock antennae you will need this item. [ Hardt Jan 23, 2017 ]

I needed this to complete the installation of items bought previously [ Timothy Jan 17, 2017 ]

Needed for install [ T Jan 03, 2017 ]

came with kit [ David C. Dec 07, 2016 ]

Item chosen as a suggestion to work with the installation. [ Aaron Dec 04, 2016 ]

To add AM/FM capability in my 2011 Volkswagen Jetta [ Kyler Dec 03, 2016 ]

European car [ hevster1 Oct 01, 2016 ]

Apparently required for the installation [ Mark Aug 29, 2016 ]

This part is required to have a working AM/FM antenna in newer VW cars. [ DAVID Aug 15, 2016 ]

recommended for my mk6 jetta gli [ Gus Aug 13, 2016 ]

I think I needed it for my install. [ Caleb A. Jun 30, 2016 ]

Crutchfield indicated this was necessary. [ A Jun 18, 2016 ]

It was suggested [ Courtney Jun 17, 2016 ]

I have a VW [ Brandon May 25, 2016 ]

Necessary for my vehicle [ Jeffrey Jay Apr 17, 2016 ]

VW Car needed adapter [ JAMES Mar 28, 2016 ]

Need it [ Vazquez Mar 09, 2016 ]

For my Volkswagen Jetta [ Daniel Mar 01, 2016 ]

I have a VW so in order to get my factory antenna to work with my aftermarket radio, I needed this cable. [ Aeryk Feb 23, 2016 ]

It was included with the suggested installation package. [ KEVIN Jan 23, 2016 ]

I want to keep many of my OEM antenna/adapters in place. [ FRANK Dec 30, 2015 ]

The receiver won't pick up any stations without it. [ Gary Dec 09, 2015 ]

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3 questions already asked

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[ Evan May 29, 2020 ]

My Sportswagen has two antennas (glass and whip antennas) with two cables and connectors that are keyed slightly differently. Does this green dual-antenna connector definitely have the proper keying notches for these two inputs?

[ DaveDieter Jan 06, 2019 ]

1 answer

Good question Dave. That antenna adapter does work with select 2009 and up VW vehicles. What is the exact year of your Sportswagen? That adapter should have all the necessary connections to maintain the factory AM/FM antenna connection but you can reach out to one of our Product Advisors here: https://bit.ly/2qPH8aN to make sure it is a good fit with your specific vehicle and that you have everything else you need to complete installation. --Cosmo

[ Cosmo Jan 11, 2019 ] Staff

Why do I still get static in almost all my radio chanals and I still using a amplified adapter?

[ Jeffrey? Apr 19, 2017 ]

2 answers

Did you connect the blue wire power antenna to the other blue wire for power antenna. I was getting status too and I didn't connect those wires because I really don't have a power antenna but I connected them just for fun and the static was gone.

[ Henry Mar 14, 2018 ]

I have the same problem; all my connections are made as the instructions stated and I've never had good reception. Unfortunately, I've never been able to figure this one out.

[ DOUGLAS Apr 20, 2017 ]

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Metra 40-EU56 Antenna Adapter

Works with select 2007-up European vehicles (Motorola male to OEM antenna female)

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