Bentley Continental GT multimedia navigation unit on the workshop bench during repair

Bentley Continental GT & VW Phaeton Multimedia Repair

First-generation systems

Radio not turning on, screen flickering, random restarts or a unit that switches off once it gets warm?

We repair common internal faults in first-generation Bentley Continental GT and VW Phaeton multimedia units.

Typical repair cost: €200

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  • Original unit repaired

  • Tested before return

  • No coding normally needed

  • 2-year guarantee

  • Mail-in service
MAF1300E processors used for Bentley Continental GT and VW Phaeton multimedia repairs

A common fault inside these units

One common internal fault we see in these multimedia units is failure of the MAF1300E media processor.

This processor handles important audio and video functions. After years of heat and use, it can become unstable.

A fault in this processor can cause the symptoms described above.

Software updates and coding do not repair a failed processor. Final diagnosis is only possible after internal inspection.

Have a later Bentley Continental GT, GTC or Flying Spur with an RNS 810 unit? See our Bentley RNS 810 multimedia repair service.

Is this the right repair for your unit?

Not sure whether this is the right repair? Send us the vehicle model and year, the part number from the unit label, a short description of the fault and clear photos of the unit.

Later VAG MIB and MIB2 systems use different hardware and need a different repair route.

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Why and is it worth it?

  • Our repair approach

    Where the MAF1300E processor is confirmed faulty, we replace it rather than simply reheating it.

    The repair includes:

    • Full disassembly of the multimedia unit
    • Careful removal of the faulty processor
    • Installation of a replacement processor
    • Board cleaning and inspection
    • Reassembly and testing under operating conditions

    Reflowing the existing processor is sometimes used as a quick fix, but it does not replace a failing component.

  • Why repair your original unit?

    Replacing the whole unit can be expensive. Used units may also have unknown history, the same age-related faults or compatibility problems.

    Repairing your original unit means:

    • Your original factory unit stays with the car
    • No coding or programming is normally needed after repair
    • Less risk than fitting an unknown used replacement
    • Lower cost than buying a replacement unit
    • Original vehicle appearance and functions stay intact

    We repair the fault inside your own unit rather than simply swapping it for another old module.
VW Phaeton multimedia system undergoing board level repair in professional electronics workshop

How the repair works

  1. Send us the vehicle details, fault description, part number and photos.
  2. We check whether the unit appears suitable for this repair.
  3. You send the multimedia unit to us.
  4. We inspect, repair and test it.
  5. We return it ready to reinstall.

If internal inspection finds water damage, corrosion, previous repair work or more than one fault, we will contact you before any additional work.

  • Supported units and part numbers

    The list below covers common units. If yours is not shown, send us a photo of the label before posting it.

    Bentley Continental GT — first generation

    • 3W0 035 007 A / G / K / M
    • 3W0 035 008 E / F / U

    VW Phaeton — D1

    • 3D0 035 007 P / S / BE
    • 3D0 035 008
    • 3D0 035 008M

  • Other repair services

    For modern standalone radios and electronic head-unit repairs, see our Modern Car Radio Repair service.

    For newer VW Group MIB or MIB2 systems, see our VW / Audi / Škoda / SEAT Multimedia Repair service.

Frequently asked questions

Will it need coding after repair?

Normally no, because your original unit stays with the car. Tell us first if it has been replaced or modified before.

What if the unit cannot be repaired?

We will contact you before carrying out additional work.

Do you accept international repairs?

Yes. We accept units by post from international customers.

Bentley Continental GT and Volkswagen Phaeton dashboard multimedia systems shown side by side for comparison during repair and diagnostics.

MAF1300E Processor Replacement Video

We take you step by step through fixing the problem by replacing the MAF1300E media processor.