Forcing this update can result in a "black screen" (bricking the unit) or the loss of certain features like voice control or parking sensor acoustics if the configuration isn't handled correctly.
"It’s not a magic bullet. The system still feels slow compared to any modern car. But it’s the best it’s ever been." – Clio IV owner, Spain
: Earlier R-Link 2 builds restricted Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to a small, centered window with thick black borders. Version 9.0.35.50x maximizes the screen real estate, offering near full-screen navigation stretching across the 8.7-inch vertical display. R-link 2-software Version 9.0.35.50x
Download the update for version 9.0.35.50x and ensure it is saved at the of the USB drive (not in a subfolder).
Fixes issues with phone pairing, contact synchronization, and media streaming. Forcing this update can result in a "black
R-Link 2 is the multimedia system for many Renault models from the mid-2010s onward. It debuted with a 7- or 8.7-inch touchscreen interface, offering features like navigation, smartphone connectivity, vehicle settings, and apps. A significant milestone in its evolution is software version (often written as 9.0.35.506 or 9.0.35.500).
: Users report a more responsive interface and faster menu navigation compared to older versions like 7.x or 8.x. Improved Smartphone Connectivity But it’s the best it’s ever been
The system features a 7-inch or 8.7-inch portrait touchscreen, voice recognition, navigation with real-time traffic (via a connected dongle or smartphone tethering), and a suite of apps like Renault R&Go, Coyote (for speed cameras/radars), and weather services.
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