FAQ
TL;DR: Scenic II radio ID made simple: 2 wires bridged (white+green) = Updatelist harness; "Connect the radio updatelist." Need to know if your 2005/2006 pre‑lift needs Tuner List or Update List, and why the display stays dark? [Elektroda, LWD11, post #17321141]
Why it matters: This helps Scenic II owners quickly match the correct radio to their car and fix no‑display issues.
Quick Facts
- Pre‑lift clue: red‑tipped tachometer = Tuner List; post‑lift: single‑color tachometer = Update List. [Elektroda, rumpelek, post #17322826]
- Harness clue: bridged white and green wires on mini ISO = Updatelist plugs. [Elektroda, LWD11, post #17321141]
- Sticker clue: a 2010 label on the display indicates an Updatelist display. [Elektroda, LWD11, post #17321167]
- Symptom: wrong radio/display pairing can leave the screen dark, showing only clock and temperature. [Elektroda, rumpelek, post #17288213]
How do I tell if my Scenic II has Tuner List or Update List?
Check the radio harness. If the mini ISO shows bridged white and green wires, it’s Updatelist. “Connect the radio updatelist.” How-To: 1. Unplug the radio and expose the mini ISO. 2. Look for a white–green bridged pair. 3. If bridged, fit an Updatelist radio; if not, suspect Tuner List. [Elektroda, LWD11, post #17321141]
Why is my display dark except for clock and temperature after fitting a radio?
That mismatch usually means the radio type doesn’t match the display/wiring. The unit may power up, but the screen stays dark except for time and temperature. Pair the radio type to the harness and display to restore functions. [Elektroda, rumpelek, post #17288213]
Does a 2010 sticker on the display mean it’s for Update List?
Yes. A sticker dated 2010 on the back of the display indicates it’s an Updatelist display. Match it with an Updatelist radio for full functionality and screen integration. [Elektroda, LWD11, post #17321167]
Can I trust the faint “tuner list” wording on the display glass to identify my system?
No. That wording relates to station list functionality, not the head unit family. It does not certify a Tuner List system. Use harness and display cues instead to identify the correct radio type. [Elektroda, LWD11, post #17321141]
My 2005/2006 pre‑lift Scenic has Updatelist plugs. Is that possible?
Yes. Your car can have an Updatelist‑configured harness even if other parts look pre‑lift. The pictured plugs with a white–green bridge confirm Updatelist. Fit an Updatelist radio to match the wiring. [Elektroda, LWD11, post #17321141]
What visual cluster cue separates pre‑lift (Tuner List) from post‑lift (Update List)?
Look at the tachometer. Pre‑lift clusters show a red tip on the rev scale. Post‑lift Update List clusters use a single color. This quick visual check helps avoid radio/display mismatches. [Elektroda, rumpelek, post #17322826]
Is a red‑tipped tachometer a guaranteed Tuner List indicator?
Community feedback called a red‑tipped tachometer a 100% pre‑lift Tuner List cue. Software version still matters for features like language packs. Confirm with harness checks before buying hardware. [Elektroda, rumpelek, post #17322766]
The radio worked in another Scenic but not mine. What does that prove?
It proves the radio is fine and your issue is car‑side. Focus on wiring compatibility and display type. In the thread, a cross‑car test confirmed the unit worked elsewhere. [Elektroda, rumpelek, post #17301582]
Should I convert the car’s wiring to Tuner List or just fit an Updatelist radio?
If your plugs are Updatelist, fit an Updatelist radio. Conversions add complexity and risk intermittent faults. As one expert put it: “Connect the radio updatelist.” [Elektroda, LWD11, post #17321141]
Can display icon colors alone (doors, belts, gears) identify the system?
No. Some post‑lift cars still show red icons for doors or belts. That cue alone is unreliable. Use tachometer color and harness bridging for positive identification. [Elektroda, sanfran, post #17322809]
CLIP shows no Polish menu. What gives?
Language availability depends on the display’s software version. If that software lacks Polish, CLIP will not offer it. Updating hardware or software may be required to gain that language. [Elektroda, rumpelek, post #17322766]
Are Tuner List and Update List displays interchangeable?
Treat them as non‑interchangeable. Updatelist plugs expect an Updatelist radio. Mixing families often leads to partial functions or a dark screen. Match radio and harness type to restore full operation. [Elektroda, LWD11, post #17321141]
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) Only that it seems to me (and no one has yet helped me confirm this thesis) that I also have a Tuner List display ... and the installation is converted into an Update List (or maybe even the original ?! - car from the lift period) I have a suspicion that the counter is inserted not the original maybe just instead of UpdateList someone put in the Tuner List and therefore when I bought the car the dealer threw out the original radio and put in some ordinary 1 din ... 
