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Questions tagged [head-unit]

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Can a secondary audio wire harness be spliced into a factory head unit harness?

Working on a Titan I do not want to get rid of the factory 6 disc changer but I would like to run an aftermarket amp and subs. When I integrate custom features I like to make sure I can fallback to stock for whatever reason or if I wanted to sell…
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Head unit ignition switch wire has constant power

I have an aftermarket head unit in my 2014 Jetta that I installed myself. After several times waking up to a dead battery when I was sure I didn't leave the radio on, I decided to kill all power to it when the ignition is off. There are, of course,…
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USB Err1 on Alpine CDA-100

I've been driving the wife's car recently, and her head unit is an Alpine CDA-100. It has a USB connector, which my head unit doesn't, so I thought I'd go ahead and hookup my phone (Android) and blast some tunes. When I connect the phone via USB,…
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How to install bluetooth in a 05 Lexus ES330?

I’ve promised my girlfriend that for her birthday I will install a bluetooth system in her car like I have in mine. The day I got my car I simply had the head unit replaced with a new one with bluetooth. Her car is a 2005 Lexus ES330 with the…
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2005 e280 Mercedes OE parts and auxiliary circuits

I would like to find out what radio came in my Mercedes E280 sports when it was new and if it has heated seats. It's a 2005. [The] fellow I got car off took radio out and I think [the buttons] were in it. I've put a stand radio in and can't get…
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Honda Clarity 2018 HMU Replacement

I am looking to replace the HMU assembly in my Clarity 2018 PHEV (non-touring). As far as I can surmise, the steps would consist of: removing the trim cover, removing both screws, unplugging the 6-pin connector, and swapping that entire unit out…
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How do I change the system language of a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt?

How do I change the language of the system / head unit on a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt?
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JVC KW-AV50 has weird issue with MP3 stored on USB

My car is installed with JVC KW-AV50, a multi-purpose system. Now I'm facing a weird issue while trying to play MP3 songs via USB drive (recently bought new SanDisk Cruzer Blade 16GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive). The Problem is when I attach USB drive to…
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Do I need a DAB ariel/antenna when installing a DAB radio in an older car?

I have a 1991 Mazda MX5, currently in the UK and considering adding a DAB radio before moving to Switzerland. Do I also need to install a DAB ariel/antenna ?
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Stereo Headunit resets everytime its switched off/on

Car: Audi TT 2011 Stereo unit: Pioneer SPH DA120 New on here and dont usually need to ask but i cant find an answer to my problem anywhere. Had a huge headache installing my head unit and a new sub today but whenever i take the key out the ignition…
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Toyota camry 2005 steering wheel on Toyota camry 2002?

I have installed a new head unit in my Toyota camry 2002. The head unit is SWC compatible. I was hoping to take advantage of that feature. The steering wheel I have now only has 2 buttons on the wheel. After doing some research I discover the…
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2009 dodge journey SXT aftermarket android head unit

im seeking help and advise on perfecting my android aftermarket head unit install. I say perfect because its currently installed but some electrical mods need to be made to stop it from draining my battery. I have an android 2 din 7" aftermarket…
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Mazda Axela 2009 Pioneer C9P5 Head Unit

My car is a Mazda Axela 2009,it has a Pioneer C9P5 Head Unit installed; a flat battery has wiped the settings for the backing camera, how do I restore it?
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Can an aftermarket Android radio cause an airbag to malfunction?

I would like to upgrade my 2007 Lexus RX350 factory radio to the following unit. But I am learning the passenger airbag indicator won't function the same as the factory unit. From an engineering perspective, could this unit cause the passenger…
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Prevent Stereo Shutdown During Ignition

I've got a Honda Civic 2006 that I've recently added a nice aftertmarket Android Auto head unit to because I got used to the one I had in my old work car (a 2018 Audi A3). This unit works great, however, when I start the engine, all of the…
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