Installing a HUGE Apple CarPlay Head Unit! (Subaru WRX STi/Impreza/Forester)
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- čas přidán 4. 06. 2024
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I can confirm this does have wireless Apple CarPlay! I should have added it in the video but it works great 💪🏻
Both android auto and apple car play are wireless right? So wouldnt need to route a usb cable other than for charging a phone?
Site says 2012-2015 🤔
The gps antenna is critical if you're using wireless AA or carplay.
It's not just for inbuilt navigation, it makes the phones gps more accurate.
@@duzzah It should also save some battery life on your phone, as Apple Carplay/Android Auto would use that antenna for GPS instead of wasting battery on your phone by using the phones GPS antenna.
I was gonna say... if i'm spending the money for a head unit like this, I wouldn't even care about wiring up the usb because i'd only use wireless carplay
Can this go behind the drivers n passenger seat for kids to watch in the back ?
I ordered from Carmaspeed, and it was a good experience. I was contacted before shipping to double-validate my make/model/HK choice, and the unit I received was correct. I did have a couple issues during install that this video doesn't cover (or at least not clearly enough for me to understand).
1) The OEM unit has side bolts that require significantly more effort to access and remove (unless you're tiny and maybe have slightly more exotic tooling). In order to get enough access to to get my ratchet positioned, I had to drop the full glove box housing (not just the drawer), the drive-side bottom panels, and the airbag housing (don't unplug the bag, just drop the whole thing and let it rest on the floor).
2) Removing the HVAC controls from the 2016 OEM unit required some additional effort. The top 2 screws were strangely guarded by metal tabs on the unit housing. I had to use pliers to forcibly bend the tabs out to access the screws. It's possible the screws might be accessible through the tabs by a long slim screwdriver, but I didn't have any that would fit.
3) I don't know what the full comparison from 2015 STi to 2016 WRX Limited w/HK would be, but I had more than one wire with unclear purpose. Luckily, one had a QR code label I was able to look up on Subaru's site (was the OEM GPS cable). The other turned out to be related to the backup camera. There was an adapter in the box, but I didn't see any explanation for where to plug it in to the unit. There were 2 spots that would accept the plug, and I chose poorly. When I was done, the backup camera didn't work. I eventually found another video where someone specifically referenced this cable and which socket was appropriate. After I moved the cable, the backup camera worked.
4) I can't remember if this happened during CarPlay setup or simply Bluetooth, but I was asked for pin to authenticate the connection. I had to google this, and the suggested all "0"s worked.
Although it took a lot of effort, it was mostly getting the OEM unit out, not getting this unit in. I've installed several stereos in various vehicles, and this was the easiest from the perspective of getting the new unit to work properly with the car's systems. I hope to have many good years with the unit.
GET THIS if you are able to! You will not regret it. Got mine for a 2017 Forester & I love it. Especially during road trips. NOTE: I had a Sub and amp with converter already wired in & while I was nervous the system wouldn't play correctly, Everything worked just fine. Till this day no issues. Only advice I have after a year+ with this headunit is if CarPlay sometimes won't connect just reboot the headunit & it will work just fine.
I got this for my 2015 Impreza and I am extremely happy with it, such a difference than the starlink radio.
Great install video! I installed one in my 2020 STI last year and it has been amazing! So nice having wireless CarPlay.
Heck yeah!.. I didn’t even think to connect to wireless in this video 🤦🏻♂️
Just saw this comment after I made one about wireless. I'm super happy to see this unit, for the price, includes wireless. To me that would be the biggest selling point. Most "name brand" radios with wireless carplay start with base features at $500 and none of the extras this has.
Did you do the same manipulations? I saw people removing a lot more plastics (under the steering wheel and in front of the passenger) to install their iDoing head unit.
@CodyCaron. Was the disassembly for your 2020 the same as the video? I’ve seen the same videos of people taking off a lot of plastic under the steering wheel as well.
Does the back up camera work still idk if it does bc I really want the back up camera
Got a version of this for my brz. Apple CarPlay. Android auto. Screen mirroring. Spot for an sd card and a SIM card. Nothing beats it.
Can you share the lin please? I need to buy one for my 2017 BRZ
I installed a 9" headunit into my 2008 Toyota Corolla. I bought the headunit for $130 off ebay, and I wasn't expecting the best, but holy hell it is fantastic! Really surprised me how smooth and well it worked.
Could you send the link for that?
Think these are next on my to do list for my STI... I used to work in car audio and would shudder when customers brought in their ebay head units (remember the brand Eonon?) but these seem to be good and offer a tidy OEM-look solution that Alpine/Pioneer can't offer. Nice video, one of the best on the unit. Cheers!
These are actually a rebrand of a generic Android player (if I recall, the Allwinner K2501). I have the same player, but sold under the Lenovo brand.
This radios are perfect fit, look and feels stock. I installed one on my car recently👍🏻
Great install video with an actual HK system! One thought: I use the Bluetooth car play adapter from Motorola, I bet I could plug it into the car play female from the idoing and leave it tucked behind the radio for a seamless fit and function without the extension and cutting of the center. Great job installing it too, just a thought for those who use the wireless adapters
Thank you so much for this video! I recently bought a car with a similar car play system and thought there was no apple car play but I discovered I was wrong thanks to you :)
Lets GO love some VA chassis content. Hopefully more to come soon
Just ordered mine from the link, thanks for putting together a great video to help convince me this is exactly what I needed for my wife’s 2018 Forester XT touring. Keep it up!
I saw your order. Thank you so much for the support and I’m stoked that this video helped 🙌🏻
Have you received your order yet? I Also ordered one and the tracking number I received was bogus.
@@seanparis9081 same here, it doesn’t even show me an ETA
@@pacochavez3647 did your order ever come?
Just ordered one last night through your link! Keep up the great content.
ive got it to work on the stock head unit it depends on the cable you use mine has apple an android car play, 2020 wrx limited
such a great how to video. thanks for putting this together.
My touchscreen just gave out and this video is super appreciated for those who are hesitant on a “big electrical mod “, like this! Question, is anything else needed for Apple car play?
my cousin has a 2021 sti, shit is awesome, shifts smooth and everything
Thank you for this great video. I have a 2018 Forester with HK sound system (no Apple carplay etc.). I am planning on upgrading to this. I read somewhere that some Subaru safety features which involve audio (like for example rear-traffic alert audio etc.) stop working after this upgrade. Do you know anything about it?
I installed one of these in a 2015 outback. Metra sells a USB adapter that allows you to use the factory USB port. Looks like Subaru uses the same connector. As long as the factory USB only has one port. The dual USB port doesn't work with aftermarket radios since it shows up as a USB hub. but you can be swap out the USB port with a factory single USB and it will work. Had to do this with the Outback.
Can you send a link to the one that worked with the 2015 outback? That’s what I’m looking for.
Can you send or add the link I have a 2018 Subaru wrx premium
I was hoping this was for the rs but I know you got that sync 3 in there.
I wish something like this headunit/trim piece combo was available for the Focus ST
I did it with my wrx 06 3 years ago, works well:)
did you ned to buy anything extra? trying to get it for my 06 impreza
@@worldly8429 no its total package
Love your video, would you drop a link to the stereo you have. How are you liking it now? Picking up my levorg Friday 🤘
Ive heard the idoing head units are hit or miss, i guess it depends on what day your unit was manufactured. TY for doing this video...probably putting 1 of these in my 2017 WRX Premium model.
Buddy of mine just bought a factory oem apple car play head unit off a 2019 sti and put it in his 2016 sti, plug and play. Got it off ebay for 3 bills
@CameronAlford Did your Subaru have the Harmon Kardon OEM radio?
ive been wanting to buy this head unit for the longest time
Thanks for sharing! Helped so much in getting this done. Did you use any of the bolts to secure this in place? Or does idoing not need/have that?
I installed one in my 2016 WRX, and I ended up not using any bolts for the new unit. I tried looking for a spot for the side bolts from the OEM unit, but didn't see anything that would work. The whole thing snaps in very tightly, so I don't think it's going to be an issue. I've had to pull it back off twice now, and it's pretty tough to pop out. If you're wondering, the first time was due to not knowing where to hook up the backup camera (2 spots fit, I chose poorly), and then I stupidly forgot to plug the hazard and info panel buttons back in when I was done fixing the backup camera.
Does the back up camera from the small screen work on the stereo?
Nice to know it has an EQ, does it also have time alignment for the speakers?
Hey man, ive been tryna learn about subuies, so did all subies come with the option of a sunroof? Ik the limited came with recaro seats that were electrically powere adjustable. I didnt see the recaro logo on ur seats.
Have a similar pice orderd for my audi a3 8p! So excited
What happened to the mazdaspeed3 ? I’m tryna find the video of the spacers you used and other parts you got for it ?
Am I able to keep my backup camera on the little stock screen on top instead of the unit screen?
Hey Cameron just wondering are you still making content for the MAZDASPEED 3? Was super keen to see the installation of the new mods
Question….does this also in fact provide back up camera video to the main screen down from the tiny info screen?
So many questions…
Does the screen dim with the dash dimmer?
Or is it easy to dim?
Does it show the backup camera when in reverse?
Is there an audio speaker focus visualiser to adjust audio for different passengers in the vehicle? (2018 Subarus started doing this)
This is pretty easy for a swap like this. The company really thought of everything.
I have after market harmon kardon speakers. Would the cam bus still work with those?
Nice video man. I love my idoing headunit 💪
Does the back up camera work once everything is plugged in or is there something else we would have to do to keep it running ?
Does this fit a 2015 Impreza Premium? I only have the one big hazard button at the top, not 2 separate buttons.
Hello. I have been thinking changing the radio of my STI 2020. How is the sound? I'm not very picky with this, as long as it sounds strong with a good bass, it would be fine. I have the STI 2020 limited, it comes with Hardam Kardon, I like the sound a lot and I don't want me to change the quality.
I have a base model but I replace the door speakers and tweeters with the harmon karmon package so do I still need that wire ?
Of course I order from you guys and state several times in email and with pictures that I have a harmon kardon and they don't include the canbus
Couple Questions
I have a 2020 WRX (Limited I believe) but my speakers do NOT show Harmony and Kardon logo on the outside but when I hooked up a 3rd party wireless android device it said my factory hardware was H/K, could that be just the head unit itself maybe? My audio is very very poor quality from factory.
So does this unit help with the audio quality, and would I need that hub you think for H/K?
How can I tell if I have H/K speakers?
I noticed on the product page the 2017 Forester isn't listed but the center console looks exactly the same as yours with the same button/knob placement....will this work on my 2017 Forester?
Does this work with 2018 Subaru forester XT touring with Harmon Carmen? I didn’t see this car specifically on their website. Thanks
Does the 2016 wrx have the same center console as the 2017?
When I’m shopping on carmaspeed the only option for a 2016 wrx is “with Harmon kardon” but there is a 2017 model for “no Harmon kardon”
Hi, I just saw your video about the Idoing. I have a Subaru Forester 2013 X Premium, and I decided to keep it many more years, so I want to upgrade its OEM Clarion radio. And your video strongly grabbed my attention. So I have a couple of questions for you so you can give me more lights about the decision I have to make, whether to choose for a well known Brand or Idoing that has a lot more and interesting features as well as the biggest screen in the market and practically everything included to perform the installation.
Does it come with all the HW I need to install in my Forester? I want to keep the Steering Wheel Control, Aux input, USB port input, External Mic input, Bypass Parking Brake video Override, Include a Backup Camera (iT DOESNT HAVE ONE SO i WILL NEED TO RUN VIDEO CABLE), so I need to have the Reverse activation functionality. The OEM Subaru Radio, is a Clarion Brand, Unit # CP635U1, attached you will see pics of the radio and dashboard.
I would like to know, if through the USB port, is it possible that the unit can recognize a external DVD via USB port, I have one connected in my laptop and works great so I was wondering if the native android OS would recognize it.
Thank you so much for your kind attention.
if you were to order a 2022 wrxsti screen {like the big screens they come with} is it possible to put into a 2016 sti
Oh man you sold me. I'm 100% doing this on my own with my 2015 Subaru WRX Base. If I wanted to swap out the speakers with some aftermarket ones, I definitely need to add that other wiring harness?
Thanks again. Subscribed.
Yep! You would use the other harness to make it easy with aftermarket install
If all the wiring is plug and play shouldnt the factory microphone work? I like how you positioned it but is it really necessary to ad another mic?
Checkout Joying floating head units. They seem to look the best
Hey man, might be a little too late, but as per the link, I dont see the option for a 2015 WRX STi with H.K sound system? Do I select the 2016 model? Thanks!
Does the iDoing head unit in your link not have wireless Apple CarPlay?
Too many questions for me. Like reverse camera, or the traffic alert/blind spot sounds and the start up sound. Does all that still work? Also I still use CDs so maybe this isn’t the one for me. Looks really good though. Glad you’re happy with it.
I came across you and I don’t ever comment on any videos… but bro you’re living my dream and I’m finally ready to get one of my dream cars and you’re really pushing me ! Keep up the videos man your vids and knowledge is spreading.
Could you have a obd connected and have dials up on the screen?
Does this work on my 2018 STI? And how can i make sure what speaker brand i have?
so the original USB connector in the glove box would it still work?
It looks nice man I gonna save some money that head unit is great.
Does the back up camera work or this year doesn’t have it ?
What if you have a backup cam? Does it work?
Great video one question how long was USB Extension Flush Mount (1ft or 3,ft) which one did you get?
Get the USB dongle from Amazon instead, no cutting required. Search for this:
AXXESS AX-TOYUSB - USB-Auxilliary Retention Harness - USB adaptor to retain the OE USB in select Toyota vehicles
Seems like it’s the radio I paid for in my Tacoma. T10 by car trim home.
Does that headunit not work with the stock microphone and what about the voice controls
If my sti already has apple CarPlay do I still need to do the center console usb thing and microphone?
Looking for a setup for my 2012 SH Forster and will look them up thanks for the video (new sub)
Does this new unit affect the screen that is above? My car also has one so I just wanted to know.
Hi mate. What is the model and part numbers for this unit. I have subaru impreza 2018 hatchback. Does it fit my car?. Thanks
does the aux and other usb ports still work in the center?
When I get my Sti I'm going to solder it up so I can use the default sub port instead of dremeling a separate port
Do I still need CAN BUS DECODER if I have upgraded speakers(Alpine/ NO HK)?
Head unit looks great. But how is the sound?
Do you have an aftermarket subwoofer with the Harmon Kardons?
Would this be compatible with a 2017 WRX? I’ve been looking for a Apple CarPlay unit for a hot minute
I approve of this head unit.
Would I be able to install this to an older model like a 2013 Forester?
Does the hrad unit work with factory backup camera?
Does the rear view camera have any problem on it?
Does the back up camera work?
Got something similar. But when i put it in reverse it says no signal. Any suggestions?
Do you know of anything like this for a 2015 Legacy Limited w/ Harmon Kardon? I’m desperate, mine has been acting up and I’d really like to swap it out.
Do you suggest disconnecting the battery?
I wish they made something good for the fiesta st. I love apple car play in my work truck
Any idea why i’m only getting audio out of my front speakers? No audio from door or rear speakers
My 2014 focus st has a problem with the internal radio so I bought a crappy Tesla screen off eBay and put it in for some things to not even work so I sent it back and now I ride around with a massive hole in my dash cause I can’t afford a good radio so all I get to listen to is blow off valve lol
Awesome video! Great run through of the install process. +1 for The Darkness @15:33!! Subscribed.
Been looking for an answer on this one though.. I've seen that you can dim the screen directly by tapping on an icon, but does this unit also work with the OEM dimmer dial?
Yep! It has night and day mode.
I saw that too lol “ you’re really growing on me” love that song
@@CameronAlford Cool, thanks!
Doesn't a GPS antenna need to "see" the sky? As in be in an unobstructed area to receive signal?
Hello,i hope you can help me,i am having an issue getting time/date to stay correct, i set it to pacific time zone but everytime i turn off HU or car off it goes back to default and it also affects the button lights..hope you can help me,thank you!!
If i add this to my 2017 subaru would my reverse camera still work?
I got this and the sound quality sounded so much worse compared to the stock, and I did get the HK compatible one. Can I install an inline amp to help fix this issue?
Can you hook up amplifiers? DSP?
You should have gotten a frame that’s a little tilted towards you so that the sunlight doesn’t like dim the screen or smthn and your visibility towards the screen is good at all times.
I just installed this head unit and everything works great...but now my my three dash buttons won't work is that something to do with the head unit?
What software do you use to open carplay ?
I wish there was a option like this for a focus st
So if I wanted to download these apps, it would have to be on an android phone? I can’t use an iPhone?