You nailed it dude. I ordered this over others cause all the buttons are there. AliExpress has 11/11 sale right now so the 6gb model is prettyyy affordable imo. For the AC thing, maybe one of your connections is a bit loose? Probably not worth taking everything apart though if it's not bothering you. Thanks for the follow up! Super hyped to get mine.
With the amp situation you're gonna have to replace it eventually. I cleaned out the dust, and plastic and duck taped the area. Haven't had any moisture issues since.
I have NAV+Back Camera on my 2006 IS350 but NAV ECU does not work. Screen works just no NAV. Would this Apple Carplay head unit work without NAV ECU working?
I’ve had this for a couple months now and sometimes the Apple CarPlay will disconnect at different locations throughout the city, anyone else experience this? If so how can I fix it
Hi! Theres videos on youtube on how to take the oem head unit out of the car. After that everything is plug and play wire wise. I didn’t have any previous experience, it took about 2 hours for me to install it but its not hard at all
I did this swap - had the original nav unit + camera + mark levinson. Aftermarket camera is hard to install - it is very different from the factory one and we had to make a kind of a stand under it, so it sticks enough to be useful. Run wires etc. is also not easy. Seller says you could connect the original one, but resolution would seem very bad on the new display. You loose the active guide lines when reversing. Buttons on the wheel - next track and previous track/ station are switched and you can do nothing about it. While the music/audio is not bad, it can't be compared to the original Mark Levinson audio - not so clear & loud and gets distorted pretty early on. EQ is s*it - you pretty much have to use the presets. GPS antenna is really weak so i installed it under the cover of the center speaker on the dash (remove the plastic box first). Now it works fine. Pretty big upgrade, compared to original outdated nav, but has its downfalls of course. Get the 6GB Ram version.
@@Juxnchito Seller says it should work, but you have to rewire it (run new wires from the original camera to the head unit) and set it in the settings menu to NTSC signal. The resolution and quality would be quite lower than the aftermarket camera, which is great but a pain in the a** to install properly.
@@johntuffthe image isn’t terrible at all, it has the same output as the oem head unit which also is probably better because it is a larger display size
I have this exact unit and ordered from link posted by you.. The unit works well but the sound coming from the rear speakers is a lot lower than the sound coming from the front speakers.. Have you experienced an issue like this?
Hi, bought this exact one preowned for 250€ for my Lexus IS 220d Diesel to replace my broken DVD Navi Head unit, as a OEM replacement from the junkyard would have cost me 30€ more. Is that USB Connector Cable that short, or can i lay it into the glovebox?
does anyone know why the volume would not function anymore from the dash volume ,the steering wheel volume controls function as they should ... aftermarket amps are installed using the audio outputs on the unit
Question! do you know if there is a reset button? I ask because out of the random it isn’t touch sensitive anymore? I have re touch it to comprehend what I want it to do. The other day Apple CarPlay was acting funny, it just began skipping the time length of the song and what not, not sure if all of this is due to it being programmed as wirelessly rather than wired? But it’s just annoying. Do you also know if it is warranty?
I contacted the seller and they said the fitment doesn’t support 2012 2IS models. I’m confused if 2012 doesn’t haven’t the option for aftermarket display or i just can’t find the write one. not sure what to do
Got an is-f with mark levinsons, but head unit started acting up when in wide open throttle.(like you said during a bump) this is-f is lowered and stiffed then stock. so hoping that this unit works with Levi sons amp, and all it’s speakers? Ani idea? What gps do u prefer? Google maps, maps r Apple Maps work on this unit?… Thanks.
I'm getting one cause my screen froze and I want an updated one instead of fixing it and then getting the add-on which is way more pricier to do. My only question that I hope someone can answer under this thread is if the oem back-up camera is plug and play?
@@my2is Hey thanks for the feedback. One more question - do you get hissing sound when no music is playing? I am worried that factory amp and stereo amp will make an hissing static noise when no music is playing.
Hey bro I have a similar mode. I used to use Wireless but it became spotty. I am installing my wired CarPlay but having trouble getting CarPlay to pop up. Did you have to change any settings or do anything else’s? Thanks
The carplay is screwed up on mine too. Won’t connect wirelessly or wired. Did factory reset and still doesn’t work with the TLink5 app even when I redownload TLink5 from the APK Installer
Hey. thanks for the video, it is pretty helpful. one question tho. my IS250 (2009 year) has AUTO for air recirculation button and in auto mode it switches the mode pretty good. does this unit can put air recirculation into AUTO?
I purchased exactly the same radio. Everything is as described on this video and the previous one. @My2IS thanks for posting your experience! Did it happen to anyone that the hazard lights are blinking while you start the engine? Then and after the check is completed the hazard lights are turning off and they work normal.
There are three plugs that are kind of on one wire loom: one is for the 06-12 with no nav, one for 06-07 with nav, and one for 08-09 with nav. You should only be using one of these plugs.
Kind of late but mine is doing the same thing. When I turn the car off, the hazard lights start blinking but when I turn it on they function like normal. Did you figure out the fix? Thanks
@@Vaxry Unfortunately I didn't find the chance to check it out, but it has to do something with the connections. I was told by the seller do not connect three cables. Also, regarding the "Passenger" indication I thought it was the passenger's seat belt, but as I read it's the passenger's airbag. Not sure about that though. Another thing regarding is, if I switch the passenger's airbag off, then the hazard alarms are blinking all the time, no matter what.
@@sotiriosmichairinas1593 I found out what the issue was. There is a cable that says 06-07 on it from the Headunit. I have a 2008 and had it connected and it was causing the hazards to blink when car was off. Once it was unplugged everything worked normal.
@@my2is I’m just confused from the adapter wiring clips that go between oem and the new one… granted I also have the oem nav system wiring💀 I assume it’s probably different from the non-nav systems
@@my2is - For install, did you keep the Tire pressure box (the black box attached at the top of the radio bracket), or does it get replaced by something with the new head unit?
I just installed my headunit, and the buttons won't work. Did you have to set some settings for it on the headunit? One of your questions were about the radio. Mine works. I just put the antenna on the headunit, instead of the radio itself. Grt Marvin
@@my2is that might be. I just entered my car and now i have my ‘danger’ lights blinking. Is there a way to disable them via the screen? My buttons won’t work. I guess otherwise tomorrow my battery is empty;) I did a factory reset for the head-unit via the menu, now the 'danger' button is off.
@@my2is thanks for you feedback. Due to that, I investigate the problem and found it. The wiring from the factory went wrong. The wrong side of the connector was used, therefore i could not Connect the other side. Can i add pictures here for other people who might have this issue?
Hey man, I swapped my Battery for a new one and now my music keeps pausing on its own every 60 seconds, then itll start again by itself after like 10 seconds Please tell me this is a quick fix that you’ve dealt with
Hey, bro is ur engine losing power? My car is starting to slow down for some reason and I'm only @ 88K km. Just did new plugs, filter, fuel injector cleaner, and oil change.
@@nicholasbajan3989 No, but it's really weird ill go half-throttle and the car feels like it doesn't want to pick up. If I go all the way then it comes to.
@@pd5041 you might have a vacuum leak somewhere. I had the same exact issue (it wasn’t throwing any codes) so I went in and checked the hoses going into the intake manifold and sure enough the one that connects the PCV valve into the intake mannifold was loose (I guess that one comes loose really easily on the 2gr-fse) so I double clamped it and now it’s good.
@@Joethetuber Did yours have the OEM camera? Also does this unit plug directly into the OEM camera or will I need to wire in the new camera? No worries if you don't have the answer :)
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You nailed it dude. I ordered this over others cause all the buttons are there. AliExpress has 11/11 sale right now so the 6gb model is prettyyy affordable imo.
For the AC thing, maybe one of your connections is a bit loose? Probably not worth taking everything apart though if it's not bothering you.
Thanks for the follow up! Super hyped to get mine.
With the amp situation you're gonna have to replace it eventually. I cleaned out the dust, and plastic and duck taped the area. Haven't had any moisture issues since.
Just had to do that to mine. I took the amp apart and cleaned out the heavy corrosion with deoxit. Should last a while.
Thank you for this update I’m copping rn
Bro got taste bumping Rodeo
When u adjust the temperature is there a pop down menu at the top that shows what temp it is? Like displayed ontop of CarPlay?
Yeh I really want to know. I don't want to go out of Carplay interface to adjust my temps.
this headunit only works with 06-09 not 2010+ units for some reason.
Damn, which works for 2010?
Great video, you've convinced me to buy this
Can I buy this unit even if I have a stock radio that doesn’t have navigation or reverse cam?
Any rattling sound?
Nope
Can you use the UA-cam and Google maps without connecting it through the USB for android?
Does it bypass the factory amp?
Can this be got for right hand drive?? Looks amazing but the passenger and driver labels being on the wrong side would annoy the hell out of me
I would ask the manufacturer
SO WITH THESE DENS YOU HAVE TO HAVE AN ADAPTER TO CONNECT YOUR ANDROID PHONE TO PLAY MUSIC?
Thanks for posting a long term use follow up! Couple of minor short comings but for the money seems very well featured and performs well enough.
I have a 2011 is250 but on the aliexpress page it says my version of headunit wont fit. Is there a good alternative for it? Cheers
I have NAV+Back Camera on my 2006 IS350 but NAV ECU does not work. Screen works just no NAV. Would this Apple Carplay head unit work without NAV ECU working?
How did u get the blue lights under the dash? Can u send me the link for the bulbs?
I’ve had this for a couple months now and sometimes the Apple CarPlay will disconnect at different locations throughout the city, anyone else experience this? If so how can I fix it
How is this unit holding up brother?
Is music quality better then stock (non ML) sound? Thank you
How does this compare to the xtrons
I just got mine I just don’t know how to install it wish you had a video explaining everything
Hi! Theres videos on youtube on how to take the oem head unit out of the car. After that everything is plug and play wire wise. I didn’t have any previous experience, it took about 2 hours for me to install it but its not hard at all
I already took the oem unit already I just don’t know how to connect the wires there’s too many
My playstore won't let me download any apps. Any advice? Thanks
Bro i have a Problem, i installed that unit and have a Airbag warning light coming up. Do you had the same issue?
Nope
What’s the difference in storage sizes, it improves wireless connection. What size should I get if I don’t really care about wireless connection?
Do you know anyone who has the navigation and back up camera who switched to this head unit? I’ve been looking for so long and this looks good
I did this swap - had the original nav unit + camera + mark levinson. Aftermarket camera is hard to install - it is very different from the factory one and we had to make a kind of a stand under it, so it sticks enough to be useful. Run wires etc. is also not easy. Seller says you could connect the original one, but resolution would seem very bad on the new display. You loose the active guide lines when reversing. Buttons on the wheel - next track and previous track/ station are switched and you can do nothing about it. While the music/audio is not bad, it can't be compared to the original Mark Levinson audio - not so clear & loud and gets distorted pretty early on. EQ is s*it - you pretty much have to use the presets. GPS antenna is really weak so i installed it under the cover of the center speaker on the dash (remove the plastic box first). Now it works fine. Pretty big upgrade, compared to original outdated nav, but has its downfalls of course. Get the 6GB Ram version.
@@martintabiyashki7308 I didn’t expect a response lol.the factory camera doesn’t work with the head unit?
@@Juxnchito Seller says it should work, but you have to rewire it (run new wires from the original camera to the head unit) and set it in the settings menu to NTSC signal. The resolution and quality would be quite lower than the aftermarket camera, which is great but a pain in the a** to install properly.
Thanks the response and comments I was looking for. Seems like I have to get it professionally installed or deal with the crappy immage.
@@johntuffthe image isn’t terrible at all, it has the same output as the oem head unit which also is probably better because it is a larger display size
I have this exact unit and ordered from link posted by you.. The unit works well but the sound coming from the rear speakers is a lot lower than the sound coming from the front speakers.. Have you experienced an issue like this?
Nope
Mine too, if i fade to the rear speakers almost no sound but if I balance front and rear the rear speakers have normal volume.
Hi, bought this exact one preowned for 250€ for my Lexus IS 220d Diesel to replace my broken DVD Navi Head unit, as a OEM replacement from the junkyard would have cost me 30€ more.
Is that USB Connector Cable that short, or can i lay it into the glovebox?
So you're not able to download offline maps?
How much ram is your model?
does anyone know why the volume would not function anymore from the dash volume ,the steering wheel volume controls function as they should ... aftermarket amps are installed using the audio outputs on the unit
the dash volume only controls factory sub woofer I left this connected to factory amp
My AC controller’s stop working on the 2nd day do you know whats the issue?
Question! do you know if there is a reset button? I ask because out of the random it isn’t touch sensitive anymore? I have re touch it to comprehend what I want it to do. The other day Apple CarPlay was acting funny, it just began skipping the time length of the song and what not, not sure if all of this is due to it being programmed as wirelessly rather than wired? But it’s just annoying. Do you also know if it is warranty?
there’s a reset button near the top left of the screen, you need a paper clip to get into it and hold it down for 5 seconds
did you or anyone notice if there was a separate plug in the box for RCA outputs
there is a plug empty on the radio I do not have a plug for this port
I cant connect the internet to the radio nothing pops up just keeps saying sewrching
Anyone know if this fits the 2011 is250? mine has the navigation.
How do you switch it from android to Apple?
Install guide? I have the same exact one and would love to install it myself
It didn’t come with one
Dumb question but this works well with android phone?? I dont know if apple car play means it's exclusively best for apple. Cheers
It does both
Hola cómo instalaste android a la radio original? Gracias
Is it true that the it doesn’t give you an option to use the front windshield defroster?
Need this question answered! That’s the deal breaker right here
@@Crimor It is right over the hazard light button lol
Which unit is good enough ( how much memory) thank you guys
I contacted the seller and they said the fitment doesn’t support 2012 2IS models. I’m confused if 2012 doesn’t haven’t the option for aftermarket display or i just can’t find the write one. not sure what to do
The fitment is the same between 2006-2013, they never changed the size of the headunit.
Does the arrows on the steering wheel change the tracks ?
Yes it does
Serious question does it have a rear defroster button many headunits they forgot to put that button
It does
do u got to buy a double din for it?
Got an is-f with mark levinsons, but head unit started acting up when in wide open throttle.(like you said during a bump) this is-f is lowered and stiffed then stock.
so hoping that this unit works with Levi sons amp, and all it’s speakers?
Ani idea?
What gps do u prefer? Google maps, maps r Apple Maps work on this unit?…
Thanks.
I use Sygic for navigation as you dont need internet to use it but gonna look into other apps
Fellow ISF w/ M.Livingston here. Have you purchased it? If so how is it?
Can you turn the brightness down?
Yes you can. In the settings and also from the drop down menu from the top of the device like a normal android phone
Were you actually able to get Netflix on the head unit and how
See my original video on this headunit i posted a link to download it
will it fit lexus is250 with the stock radio
Yes
I'm getting one cause my screen froze and I want an updated one instead of fixing it and then getting the add-on which is way more pricier to do. My only question that I hope someone can answer under this thread is if the oem back-up camera is plug and play?
it’s plug and play
@@ryanshirwa1471 thank you
If you adjust your temp while you are on Carplay, is there a pop up showing your temperature? How would you know your temperature in Carplay?
It pops up yes
@@my2is Hey thanks for the feedback. One more question - do you get hissing sound when no music is playing? I am worried that factory amp and stereo amp will make an hissing static noise when no music is playing.
@@taewoongseo5237 no such sounds when musics not playing.
Hey bro I have a similar mode. I used to use Wireless but it became spotty. I am installing my wired CarPlay but having trouble getting CarPlay to pop up. Did you have to change any settings or do anything else’s? Thanks
The carplay is screwed up on mine too. Won’t connect wirelessly or wired. Did factory reset and still doesn’t work with the TLink5 app even when I redownload TLink5 from the APK Installer
Can it support disc?
My car has the stock nav and mark levinson installed, will this head unit work on it?
Not sure
Hello is it compatible to the original rear caméra ?
Im not sure
@@my2is thanks for answer
anyone having issues with connecting to apple carplay? I’m not able to connect via bluetooth or the wired option
Hey. thanks for the video, it is pretty helpful.
one question tho. my IS250 (2009 year) has AUTO for air recirculation button and in auto mode it switches the mode pretty good. does this unit can put air recirculation into AUTO?
Yea theres a physical button to switch the modes on the right side. Theres also a button to heat up the mirrors
@@my2is yeah, I've seen the button, but it doesn't involve AUTO mode anyhow.
Can you change the temp displace from cel to fahrenheit?
Yes, you can do it with Car Setting app.
Google maps has offline maps aswell
I purchased exactly the same radio. Everything is as described on this video and the previous one. @My2IS thanks for posting your experience! Did it happen to anyone that the hazard lights are blinking while you start the engine? Then and after the check is completed the hazard lights are turning off and they work normal.
There are three plugs that are kind of on one wire loom: one is for the 06-12 with no nav, one for 06-07 with nav, and one for 08-09 with nav. You should only be using one of these plugs.
@@50088 Thanks for your reply and hint! Yes, it should be something with the connections. I will check it again
Kind of late but mine is doing the same thing. When I turn the car off, the hazard lights start blinking but when I turn it on they function like normal. Did you figure out the fix? Thanks
@@Vaxry Unfortunately I didn't find the chance to check it out, but it has to do something with the connections. I was told by the seller do not connect three cables. Also, regarding the "Passenger" indication I thought it was the passenger's seat belt, but as I read it's the passenger's airbag. Not sure about that though. Another thing regarding is, if I switch the passenger's airbag off, then the hazard alarms are blinking all the time, no matter what.
@@sotiriosmichairinas1593 I found out what the issue was. There is a cable that says 06-07 on it from the Headunit. I have a 2008 and had it connected and it was causing the hazards to blink when car was off. Once it was unplugged everything worked normal.
How was installation with the wiring? I just got mine and this wiring looks like the same nightmare I had with my last android head unit
Everything is plug and play, it looks complicated but as someone with no prior experience with installing something like this, it wasnt too bad at all
@@my2is I’m just confused from the adapter wiring clips that go between oem and the new one… granted I also have the oem nav system wiring💀 I assume it’s probably different from the non-nav systems
@@my2is - For install, did you keep the Tire pressure box (the black box attached at the top of the radio bracket), or does it get replaced by something with the new head unit?
@@jasonbarrier3115 Keep it and the wire connection as well, no change needed
@@my2is Can you help me install mines? I’m confused and don’t know what to do… I see more wires that outlets to plug in 😢
Does the side mirror defrost work?
Mine automatically cuts on when I turn front windshield defrost on
I can see my climate control and mode on the screen so I don’t know what mode I’m in or the temp I’m setting it to
I just installed my headunit, and the buttons won't work. Did you have to set some settings for it on the headunit?
One of your questions were about the radio. Mine works. I just put the antenna on the headunit, instead of the radio itself.
Grt Marvin
The buttons worked for me no problem after everything was installed. Perhaps maybe you received a defective product
@@my2is that might be. I just entered my car and now i have my ‘danger’ lights blinking.
Is there a way to disable them via the screen? My buttons won’t work. I guess otherwise tomorrow my battery is empty;)
I did a factory reset for the head-unit via the menu, now the 'danger' button is off.
@@my2is thanks for you feedback. Due to that, I investigate the problem and found it. The wiring from the factory went wrong. The wrong side of the connector was used, therefore i could not Connect the other side.
Can i add pictures here for other people who might have this issue?
I just recently got this unit and my hazard lights don’t work does anyone have any idea why they won’t work?
Mine don’t work either and lots of the buttons are very delayed and don’t work.
@@yusifaffify8305 same here my hazard doesnt work
Bro could you do a android auto review with it ? Im sure a lot of peopld would appreciate it .
how much ram should i get to run wireless all the time?
What’d you end up getting?
How does Waze work on this?
Like any other device
it's because of the ventilation flaps you need to change them
If my car came with non nav can I still install this?
Mine came with no nav, it works just fine
@@my2is ok col thanks for the response:)
Carplay is not working
How’s you install the stereo
Theres videos on youtube on how to take off the oem headunit, the android headunit is plug and play
Hey man, I swapped my
Battery for a new one and now my music keeps pausing on its own every 60 seconds, then itll start again by itself after like 10 seconds
Please tell me this is a quick fix that you’ve dealt with
Never experienced issue when I changed my battery
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AC pop up fix btw
Hey, bro is ur engine losing power? My car is starting to slow down for some reason and I'm only @ 88K km. Just did new plugs, filter, fuel injector cleaner, and oil change.
Is your check engine light on?
My car feels as healthy as ever at 237,000 kms even with a few codes.
@@nicholasbajan3989 No, but it's really weird ill go half-throttle and the car feels like it doesn't want to pick up. If I go all the way then it comes to.
@@pd5041 you might have a vacuum leak somewhere. I had the same exact issue (it wasn’t throwing any codes) so I went in and checked the hoses going into the intake manifold and sure enough the one that connects the PCV valve into the intake mannifold was loose (I guess that one comes loose really easily on the 2gr-fse) so I double clamped it and now it’s good.
@@nicholasbajan3989 Oh damn fr? I will take a look. Any other idea of what it could be?
Does it come with reverse camera?
Mine didn’t and I ordered the same exact one using the link.
Yes it did but I didnt install mine because I have one already
I installed the reverse camera came with the package, and it works great.
@@Joethetuber Did yours have the OEM camera? Also does this unit plug directly into the OEM camera or will I need to wire in the new camera? No worries if you don't have the answer :)
@@flinizsxc My car does not come with the OEM camera. So I have to do the new wiring when I installed the new backup camera.
How did you get the ac screen controls to work ?
Can you use maps through Apple CarPlay?
Yes u can
I just recently got this unit and my hazard lights don’t work does anyone have any idea why they won’t work?
Google maps has offline maps aswell