Thanks so much for making this video! Just did this upgrade to my wife’s new-to-her 2019 RF Grand Touring and it was a huge help. There were a couple of additional wiring harness connections on hers (the power top switch, temp sensor for the automatic climate control, etc.), but the process was the same. She’s up & running with wireless Apple CarPlay now. Thanks again! 👍
Thanks to you and a couple of other content providers for all the info. Combined the knowledge of all of your videos and got the AA module installed today in just about 2 hours. Only 1 small hickup, self induced. Now I have a nav display that I can trust and doesn't drive me insane to use.
Hey, I have a question. I found a version of that interface box that has a USB-C connection. Should I get that one? Which one did you go with? Would it make a difference having a USB-C connection instead of the older USB-A?
@@DaveSimkus I bought this a while ago so it has the USB-A ports. I know the newer cars have gone to USB-C and that would be a better fit going forward, but USB-A will be around for quite a while, I would assume. In theory the USB-C can carry more data, faster, and charge at a higher current rating, but I don't know if any of that would come into play with the updated module or if it's just a port swap.
Question, for the USB Box thing, I found one with USB-C instead of USB-A. Would you recommend that one? Would it still work or should I get the same one you got?
I just went through this all last night but with the newer module "wireless". TK78-66-9UOC The written directions say nothing about wireless Carplay but the unit is advertised as such and will not work with wired. On Amazon it says to turn off Mazda Bluetooth so as not to interfere. So, iPhone shows it, and then shows me the pairing number but no pairing number ever shows on head unit. I cannot get it to work because of lack of pairing.
They are not that fragile. People disconnect battery for all sorts of stuff to be "safe" when most of the time all that is needed is to be carefull and keep the ignition off or whatever off you are working on. One problem with disconecting the battery is if the epu has to go all the way through a new drive cycle before it runs right again...heaven help you if you need to get your smogged anytime soon
Thanks for the video! I’m relieved this looks so easy, but I’m worried my dashboard will become all rattly after putting it all back together, has this been an issue for you?
Great video, I’ve installed and have CarPlay working. Unfortunately i experience reliability issues where CarPlay will cut out randomly. Disconnecting and reconnecting the cable will make it work temporarily before it cuts out again 😢
@@alexfryproductions across the industry head unit “resetting” “glitching” “cutting out” or just complete failure are of the most common concerns. Often times software updates help but ultimately most cars would benefit from a new head unit if issues persist even after updating software. Also make sure your phone is backed up and up to date and make sure your storage isn’t full on your phone it can cause issues with data transfer.
@@Tonynolie Yeah I’ve updated the software to the latest version which hasn’t helped. No issue with phone storage either so gonna have to fork out £1k for a new screen it seems… cheers Tony
It just amazes and pisses me how Mazda enineered all this crap so you have to take EVERYTHING apart lol I mean CERTAINLY that was not neccessay! Its like it is all interlocked but mostly for no good reason if you ask me! Older cars maybe 4 screws and you have access to everything....I would SO pay a stereo shop flunky $100 to do all this for me! Especially as I want back up camera added too which involves a lot of the same access
Hilarious that my 2017 Mazda 2 economy crap vehicle has Android Auto by default but somehow, someway, the 2018 Miata I have doesn't. Why Mazda.... why..
Thanks so much for making this video! Just did this upgrade to my wife’s new-to-her 2019 RF Grand Touring and it was a huge help. There were a couple of additional wiring harness connections on hers (the power top switch, temp sensor for the automatic climate control, etc.), but the process was the same. She’s up & running with wireless Apple CarPlay now. Thanks again! 👍
Great to hear!
Thanks to you and a couple of other content providers for all the info. Combined the knowledge of all of your videos and got the AA module installed today in just about 2 hours. Only 1 small hickup, self induced. Now I have a nav display that I can trust and doesn't drive me insane to use.
Hey, I have a question. I found a version of that interface box that has a USB-C connection. Should I get that one? Which one did you go with? Would it make a difference having a USB-C connection instead of the older USB-A?
@@DaveSimkus I bought this a while ago so it has the USB-A ports. I know the newer cars have gone to USB-C and that would be a better fit going forward, but USB-A will be around for quite a while, I would assume. In theory the USB-C can carry more data, faster, and charge at a higher current rating, but I don't know if any of that would come into play with the updated module or if it's just a port swap.
DUDE, I love the UFO tattoo. The purple lights put it over the top!!!!
Thanks for the video. Just followed it to do the install on my ‘16, made it easy. 👍
Thanks again for the informative video
I’m all up running
Cheers
i really i dont understand why i need to open everything!! my mx5 is born in 2018 need a software update or hardware?
Both
Question, for the USB Box thing, I found one with USB-C instead of USB-A. Would you recommend that one? Would it still work or should I get the same one you got?
I just went through this all last night but with the newer module "wireless". TK78-66-9UOC The written directions say nothing about wireless Carplay but the unit is advertised as such and will not work with wired. On Amazon it says to turn off Mazda Bluetooth so as not to interfere. So, iPhone shows it, and then shows me the pairing number but no pairing number ever shows on head unit. I cannot get it to work because of lack of pairing.
Thank you for the video! Made my install a lot easier.
How the hell do you get the clip off the air condition controls
Step one, any time you remove any part of the interior that covers or interacts with an air bag, is to disconnect the battery!
They are not that fragile. People disconnect battery for all sorts of stuff to be "safe" when most of the time all that is needed is to be carefull and keep the ignition off or whatever off you are working on. One problem with disconecting the battery is if the epu has to go all the way through a new drive cycle before it runs right again...heaven help you if you need to get your smogged anytime soon
Update on how the CarPlay is working out.. any issues or anything yet?
Did you disconnected the battery before hardware installation?
Thanks for the video! I’m relieved this looks so easy, but I’m worried my dashboard will become all rattly after putting it all back together, has this been an issue for you?
not really
Why does the rh A-pillar cover be removed?
Great video, I’ve installed and have CarPlay working. Unfortunately i experience reliability issues where CarPlay will cut out randomly. Disconnecting and reconnecting the cable will make it work temporarily before it cuts out again 😢
i hear that a lot about mazda over all
Could be a head unit issue, might be time for an upgraded/new head unit
@@Tonynoliecheers Tony, what makes you say that?
The car play issue I’ve got seems to be getting worse so was going to take a look at it this weekend
@@alexfryproductions across the industry head unit “resetting” “glitching” “cutting out” or just complete failure are of the most common concerns. Often times software updates help but ultimately most cars would benefit from a new head unit if issues persist even after updating software. Also make sure your phone is backed up and up to date and make sure your storage isn’t full on your phone it can cause issues with data transfer.
@@Tonynolie Yeah I’ve updated the software to the latest version which hasn’t helped. No issue with phone storage either so gonna have to fork out £1k for a new screen it seems… cheers Tony
Info on the purple shifter knob please.
Nice video.. I will do my install in a few weeks as soon as my package from china arrives ;-) One Question: What size do the 2 bolts have?
Is it 10 mm ?
10 mm and philips screews
@@kyleworksoncars Thanks for your answer! 🙂
It just amazes and pisses me how Mazda enineered all this crap so you have to take EVERYTHING apart lol I mean CERTAINLY that was not neccessay! Its like it is all interlocked but mostly for no good reason if you ask me! Older cars maybe 4 screws and you have access to everything....I would SO pay a stereo shop flunky $100 to do all this for me! Especially as I want back up camera added too which involves a lot of the same access
does the touchscreen work with carplay while driving?
nope but the touch screen sucks tbh even when stopped
Hmm.. the drill hack on my 3 seemed much easier. Did it a couple years ago.
Creo que desmontas demasiado para hacer eso 😅
thx i just bought an RF
Hilarious that my 2017 Mazda 2 economy crap vehicle has Android Auto by default but somehow, someway, the 2018 Miata I have doesn't. Why Mazda.... why..