Thanks for the video. I followed your instructions on a 2017 Special Edition last evening. Here is a tip for anyone installing who doesn't want to break tabs on the old usb hub to remove. That box that the USB comes in is the hardest thing to remove. So instead of removing it, when you have enough room behind the assembly, insert a flat top screwdriver to press the bottom left tab (from behind) and leave the screwdriver inserted. Then from the front side using your thumbs push the top two tabs and the pull forward with your fingers. The USB hub will pop out of the box saving you from removing the box or breaking tabs. Great upgrade and fun little project if you don't mind pulling apart your car interior. Good opportunity to clean areas that don't get cleaned.
Hello, I have ‘17 Mazda 3 and just order the kit for Apple CarPlay. I just have one question, where did you download the new firmware from? Do you have a link? Thanks again!
For anyone who watched this and wanted to faint or second guess a self-install: I just finished installing this in my 2017 and did not need to remove ANY middle console area at all. I just popped the clips off of the top of the old AUX box from the side (from the glovebox), and pried the box out with little effort. This shortened the job down to about an hour. Everything works great, and I love it. :-)
Hi there Brady, I'm wondering if you can elaborate on this a little bit. Did you use any tools or was it as simple as reaching your arm in from the glove compartment opening and undoing the clips with one hand? Thanks in advance!
did you get your kit? I'm installing mine now. It's not hard at all. I've installed many car stereos, video, cameras, etc. in vans and cars, this one's among the easiest yet. I could do 2 a day and still have a life and make $1,000 a week without trying.
I was contemplating doing the install in my 2018 Mazda 3 (unit also located in front console) but after watching this, I think I will reconsider doing the AIO tweak, using the serial hack but I suspect that is not going to fly either as my MZD firmware is already updated to 70.xx
There's another video of a hack where the faceplate of the old console unit tabs can be drilled and will be popped off, and then the wires are just fed through without removing everything. Search "android auto install hack" I think. I was deterred after watching this video since it's way too involved, but I'll be trying the other method.
@@MasterShake300 very successful. I just used a small drill bit (I had access to a 10 inch long 1/8 inch bit and carefully drilled through the face of the old hub. I didn't damage any of the console, but just be real careful, cuz it wouldn't be hard to. The rest of the install is the same, you just don't have remove that entire middle area.
All you have to do is yank off the face of the old unit (a thin piece of plastic). This reveals four holes where a screwdriver or other thin tool can be inserted which releases the clips. The unit will then slide right out. We do salute you for your sacrifice all those years ago though, lol
I just got a 2014 Mazda 3 GT Hatchback, it’s a very nice car. Interior is very nice, and upgraded the touchscreen to Apple CarPlay. I like how Mazda provides a oem kit to for it, no other company does this. Very impressed with the car.
Thank you, I’m about to embark in this mission, thanks for the guiding looks tough tho, I hope not to break anything on the process or to remember how to put it back
Thanks for this video! Ain't easy, but with patience and your video and a few other videos & manuals, I now have CarPlay/Android Auto in my new-to-me 2018 sedan.
Helpful video. An additional tip. As shown in the video, the USB hub is only held in by 4 tabs. It's possible to slide 4 thin items (I used steak knives) in the crack where the tabs would be and then push the old USB hub out from the back with a long stick. It's not easy but it eliminates the need to remove the center console to switch hubs.
This is an informative video. however, if I may add some constructive opinion; it would be more watchable if you held longer, steady shots from sitting in the seat, then maybe when you explain how to disconnect this or remove that, explain it with the shot steady and it will be clearer and more watchable. good content.
How does CarPlay work with your heads up display when it comes to navigation? Do you still see directions there as well like you do with the original navigation system the car comes with? If not, does the heads up display link in any way with CarPlay at all? Or you just basically lose your heads up display after installing this? Thanks.
hey, did you end up finding out? considering doing this too and although from what i can tell, i wont be getting navigation on my heads up display, i think its worth the sacrifice
@@schlurrp will be installing CarPlay to my 2017 Mazda 3 in the next couple of days. Will let you know for sure but I think you do lose the ability to use your heads up display for navigation purposes.
@@sheldonalphonso9961 hey, so yes I did install it and your heads up display won’t display actual directions while you’re using the Apple Maps, Google Maps or Waze. I guess it only works when using the original Mazda navigation system. However, while it doesn’t give you directions, it does give you still your speed and warnings and that kind of stuff.. just not actual navigation directions.
thanks. very helpful video. does the carplay work with bluetooth or do you have to keep the cable connected to use carplay? also, how to use it while car is in motion as I believe touch will be disabled.
Hey guys if you're skinny like me you can get away with only removing the ac trim, the head unit and the glove box. I snaked my arm through a hole on the left side of the glove box and used plastic spudgers to blindly unclip each of the 4 clips on the USB hub. It's pretty painful and difficult but it's the least destructive method and takes the least amount of disassembling.
I see he’s connected with a usb cable. Does this only work by connecting a device via usb? Will it work with Bluetooth like the car play that comes preinstalled in new cars?
Update: That day has come today. Installed the Android Auto Module on my 2017 Mazda without removing everything. Ripped off the front face of the old USB hub and then poked away at the four tabs while pulling it out with pliers. I tried poking at the two tabs from the top and pulling but because I had the manual AC version Mazda, it was blocking one of tabs. Overall took about 3 hours of trial and error and I would say it was worth it.
Update FW first! The center trim and vents were stressful getting off, but just wedge it loose and pull steadily with a good amount of force until it releases. Also, just use the new hub to figure out where the clips are holding the old one in. Take a thin flathead and push it into the 4 clips (pretty deep in) and wiggle it out. Makes it so much easier.
Would you mind telling me what trim level your car is? I’m in the market for a Mazda 3 for a daily to take my rx8 off main duty- and I really want a manual but I’d like the automatic climate control
Ahhh crap.....I'm running 3 CVRs off of the rear driver side... I could not pull that thing out, then I thought, what happens if I get it out, and they're still no RCA's in the back.... just end up splicing speaker wires anyway... I'm going to watch the whole thing
Thanks for posting, Nate! I have a front aux hub as well and it doesn't look like it's an easy task, definitely very fiddly but your experience comes in handy! In hindsight, would you do it again? :)
I enjoy this kind of thing, so maybe I am different... But I've heard the dealer will charge you around $200-$250 in labor for the install. Parts are about $200. So, depends on how you value the 3-4 hours this will take you. That being said, the install is definitely not 'easy.'
@@natep3267 Found this because I want to get the legit upgrade, and maybe speaker upgrade. This video convinced me the $410 quote I got from my local Mazda is probably worth it. Thanks man!
2016 CX-5 has the HUB USB in the same location that rear console, HMI console, shift lever cover, ATX shift knob clip, glove box, trim panels, all had to come out as the way it is designed one part snaps into another, really a pain as it could have been designed, much simpler. At least car thieves will not have an easy time if they want to get at it
Thank you for your video! the unit in my 2016 mazda 3 is also located on the front console rather than the rare console lol.. May I ask where did you get these parts? my local Mazda dealer does not let me purchase it since they said those parts are currently for mazda 6 only
my advice would be to call around to other local dealers. The first dealer I called acknowledged that they had the parts but were not selling them to walk-in customers and reserving for mazda 6 owners. Called another dealer and they had no problem selling me the parts. so... seems to vary dealer to dealer. good luck! Also, parts were just over $200 total.
I was told that it costs $199 to have this installed at the dealership. Not sure if that includes labor, but I found the product on Amazon for $152... All that to ask: Do you feel this is worth saving the $48, or would you recommend just taking it to Mazda?
For me, in CA, around the time of your post, it would cost $500. that is including labor. I decided not to go with the dealership. I am not sure if the price has gone up since then
Yes, i don't see why not. In my glovebox there is a prefabricated section for it. I think some models come with a CD player in the front, hence the spot for the aux box in the glove box.
Thanks for the detailed instructions. Installed it today. Had a heart in mouth situation when I tried to test AA-> console blanked out. 🤨 Turns out battery died. Jump-started and all worked ok.
Thanks for the video. I followed your instructions on a 2017 Special Edition last evening. Here is a tip for anyone installing who doesn't want to break tabs on the old usb hub to remove. That box that the USB comes in is the hardest thing to remove. So instead of removing it, when you have enough room behind the assembly, insert a flat top screwdriver to press the bottom left tab (from behind) and leave the screwdriver inserted. Then from the front side using your thumbs push the top two tabs and the pull forward with your fingers. The USB hub will pop out of the box saving you from removing the box or breaking tabs. Great upgrade and fun little project if you don't mind pulling apart your car interior. Good opportunity to clean areas that don't get cleaned.
Hello, I have ‘17 Mazda 3 and just order the kit for Apple CarPlay. I just have one question, where did you download the new firmware from? Do you have a link? Thanks again!
This is great. Thanks for documenting your tedious work to make it easier on the rest of us. Keep up the great work
For anyone who watched this and wanted to faint or second guess a self-install: I just finished installing this in my 2017 and did not need to remove ANY middle console area at all. I just popped the clips off of the top of the old AUX box from the side (from the glovebox), and pried the box out with little effort. This shortened the job down to about an hour. Everything works great, and I love it. :-)
Hi there Brady, I'm wondering if you can elaborate on this a little bit. Did you use any tools or was it as simple as reaching your arm in from the glove compartment opening and undoing the clips with one hand? Thanks in advance!
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Worked for me. Just used a long screwdriver to break off the top tabs and then worked the hub out. 5 min job. Thanks for the suggestion!
You didnt replace any cabling?
@@MarkAppleget Did you actually snap the plastic tabs? Damage anything?
Do you have a link/ source on where you purchased this kit??
did you get your kit? I'm installing mine now. It's not hard at all. I've installed many car stereos, video, cameras, etc. in vans and cars, this one's among the easiest yet. I could do 2 a day and still have a life and make $1,000 a week without trying.
@@antmanv05 where did you obtain kit?
I was contemplating doing the install in my 2018 Mazda 3 (unit also located in front console) but after watching this, I think I will reconsider doing the AIO tweak, using the serial hack but I suspect that is not going to fly either as my MZD firmware is already updated to 70.xx
There's another video of a hack where the faceplate of the old console unit tabs can be drilled and will be popped off, and then the wires are just fed through without removing everything. Search "android auto install hack" I think. I was deterred after watching this video since it's way too involved, but I'll be trying the other method.
@@spawnofsteve did you do it? Was it successful?
@@MasterShake300 very successful. I just used a small drill bit (I had access to a 10 inch long 1/8 inch bit and carefully drilled through the face of the old hub. I didn't damage any of the console, but just be real careful, cuz it wouldn't be hard to. The rest of the install is the same, you just don't have remove that entire middle area.
@@spawnofsteve can you provide the link to this other method thanks
@@dtran11 th-cam.com/video/iTqEtM91t0E/w-d-xo.html
All you have to do is yank off the face of the old unit (a thin piece of plastic). This reveals four holes where a screwdriver or other thin tool can be inserted which releases the clips. The unit will then slide right out. We do salute you for your sacrifice all those years ago though, lol
Do you have a shown tutorial I can check please?
My USB hub is sadly in the arm-rest...dunno why it is there and not under the climate control.
You legit forgot the most important part where you tell us which plugs go where….
I just got a 2014 Mazda 3 GT Hatchback, it’s a very nice car. Interior is very nice, and upgraded the touchscreen to Apple CarPlay. I like how Mazda provides a oem kit to for it, no other company does this. Very impressed with the car.
Thank you, I’m about to embark in this mission, thanks for the guiding looks tough tho, I hope not to break anything on the process or to remember how to put it back
Thanks for this video! Ain't easy, but with patience and your video and a few other videos & manuals, I now have CarPlay/Android Auto in my new-to-me 2018 sedan.
Does it work android auto touch screen and map?
I’m having so much trouble getting the screen out
My Man, you did SO much more work that you had to dismantling so much of the car. Thanks for the video :)
is necessary update my firmware? I have 59.xx version
Helpful video. An additional tip. As shown in the video, the USB hub is only held in by 4 tabs. It's possible to slide 4 thin items (I used steak knives) in the crack where the tabs would be and then push the old USB hub out from the back with a long stick. It's not easy but it eliminates the need to remove the center console to switch hubs.
is the new unit plug and play?
This is an informative video. however, if I may add some constructive opinion; it would be more watchable if you held longer, steady shots from sitting in the seat, then maybe when you explain how to disconnect this or remove that, explain it with the shot steady and it will be clearer and more watchable. good content.
How did you get the touch screen to work ?
Does anyone which exact apple play usb to buy? Ive noticed that there's a lot on amazon and unsure on which one to purchase. Thank You
How does CarPlay work with your heads up display when it comes to navigation? Do you still see directions there as well like you do with the original navigation system the car comes with? If not, does the heads up display link in any way with CarPlay at all? Or you just basically lose your heads up display after installing this? Thanks.
hey, did you end up finding out? considering doing this too and although from what i can tell, i wont be getting navigation on my heads up display, i think its worth the sacrifice
@@schlurrp will be installing CarPlay to my 2017 Mazda 3 in the next couple of days. Will let you know for sure but I think you do lose the ability to use your heads up display for navigation purposes.
@@dietterzambrana6952 Hey Dietter, did yo manage to install it and whats the update on the heads up display
@@sheldonalphonso9961 hey, so yes I did install it and your heads up display won’t display actual directions while you’re using the Apple Maps, Google Maps or Waze. I guess it only works when using the original Mazda navigation system. However, while it doesn’t give you directions, it does give you still your speed and warnings and that kind of stuff.. just not actual navigation directions.
thanks. very helpful video. does the carplay work with bluetooth or do you have to keep the cable connected to use carplay? also, how to use it while car is in motion as I believe touch will be disabled.
Could you take the car to the dealer so they could install it?
Hey guys if you're skinny like me you can get away with only removing the ac trim, the head unit and the glove box. I snaked my arm through a hole on the left side of the glove box and used plastic spudgers to blindly unclip each of the 4 clips on the USB hub. It's pretty painful and difficult but it's the least destructive method and takes the least amount of disassembling.
where did u get the stuff to download it
You got balls man! Well worth it...I should hope so...maybe tearing your whole car apart is easier than I think...jeez! Good for you!
I see he’s connected with a usb cable. Does this only work by connecting a device via usb? Will it work with Bluetooth like the car play that comes preinstalled in new cars?
Good informative video. One day I will probably have the itch for Android auto and install this.
Update: That day has come today. Installed the Android Auto Module on my 2017 Mazda without removing everything. Ripped off the front face of the old USB hub and then poked away at the four tabs while pulling it out with pliers. I tried poking at the two tabs from the top and pulling but because I had the manual AC version Mazda, it was blocking one of tabs. Overall took about 3 hours of trial and error and I would say it was worth it.
Update FW first! The center trim and vents were stressful getting off, but just wedge it loose and pull steadily with a good amount of force until it releases. Also, just use the new hub to figure out where the clips are holding the old one in. Take a thin flathead and push it into the 4 clips (pretty deep in) and wiggle it out. Makes it so much easier.
Whats the difference between this method and just flashing software with a USB drive?
This method is mazda authorized. However the flashing method is better if you're on the firmware below 70.00
Would you mind telling me what trim level your car is? I’m in the market for a Mazda 3 for a daily to take my rx8 off main duty- and I really want a manual but I’d like the automatic climate control
This is a 2017 Mazda3 hatchback, grand touring trim level
So Mazda down let you use the touch screen while driving. Does the car play let you use the screen while driving?
No, the touch screen is still disabled when the car is in motion
Hi I m in Vancouver. Where can I get someone who can install it
Ahhh crap.....I'm running 3 CVRs off of the rear driver side... I could not pull that thing out, then I thought, what happens if I get it out, and they're still no RCA's in the back.... just end up splicing speaker wires anyway...
I'm going to watch the whole thing
Where did you get the Module with carplay/android auto I googled the Model number and didnt find anything except for an ebay link but... its ebay...
Purchased from a local dealer - see my reply below to the comment before yours.
Thanks for posting, Nate! I have a front aux hub as well and it doesn't look like it's an easy task, definitely very fiddly but your experience comes in handy! In hindsight, would you do it again? :)
I enjoy this kind of thing, so maybe I am different... But I've heard the dealer will charge you around $200-$250 in labor for the install. Parts are about $200. So, depends on how you value the 3-4 hours this will take you. That being said, the install is definitely not 'easy.'
@@natep3267 Found this because I want to get the legit upgrade, and maybe speaker upgrade.
This video convinced me the $410 quote I got from my local Mazda is probably worth it.
Thanks man!
I have a 2017 Mazda 3 as well, was your screen touch screen before you did this?? Mines not so I’m not sure if I have this done if it will work or not
Yours is also touch screen .lol
Luis rivera yeah I figure that out after I posted that😂
I forcefully pried our the old aux box using prying tools. It wasn’t pretty, but it saved me a lot of time.
2016 CX-5 has the HUB USB in the same location that rear console, HMI console, shift lever cover, ATX shift knob clip, glove box, trim panels, all had to come out as the way it is designed one part snaps into another, really a pain as it could have been designed, much simpler. At least car thieves will not have an easy time if they want to get at it
Thank you for your video! the unit in my 2016 mazda 3 is also located on the front console rather than the rare console lol.. May I ask where did you get these parts? my local Mazda dealer does not let me purchase it since they said those parts are currently for mazda 6 only
my advice would be to call around to other local dealers. The first dealer I called acknowledged that they had the parts but were not selling them to walk-in customers and reserving for mazda 6 owners. Called another dealer and they had no problem selling me the parts. so... seems to vary dealer to dealer. good luck! Also, parts were just over $200 total.
I was told that it costs $199 to have this installed at the dealership. Not sure if that includes labor, but I found the product on Amazon for $152... All that to ask: Do you feel this is worth saving the $48, or would you recommend just taking it to Mazda?
For me, in CA, around the time of your post, it would cost $500. that is including labor. I decided not to go with the dealership. I am not sure if the price has gone up since then
Elizabeth is right. Installation is 200 +Labor and the original part itself is 150
Can you watch movies through android auto or apple CarPlay?
will u do mine lmao
Where did you get the update ?
Nate looks mean...Lord. I hope I'm wrong.
What happens if you start the car with no phone connected? Will it revert to the radio like it does for the regular phone connection?
Yes, unless you have the phone connected, CarPlay will not start. If your iphone is disconnected, the standard mazda interface will display.
Could you move the aux box to the center console instead of the front if you wanted to?
Yes, i don't see why not. In my glovebox there is a prefabricated section for it. I think some models come with a CD player in the front, hence the spot for the aux box in the glove box.
Does the command control knob work within the Carplay application?
Yes it does. The home button, 'back', music and nav buttons work as well. On the steering wheel the voice command will activate Siri.
@@natep3267 Hello. I was wondering if you had to update the firmware? If so, was it from the dealer or online? Thanks!
Will the car battery last while upgrading the firmware? Or you need to charge it within process?
I had no problems with the battery during the upgrade process.
you have to press the brake every 25 seconds to prevent your vehicle from shutting off...you battery should take it.
@@TexasEmperor 25 minutes*... lol
You will scratch the metal by using screwdriver
Yes, that is why i suggested wrapping the end of the flat head with duct tape to prevent scratching.
Doesn’t Mazda do this for you?
They'll do it for you, but not for free.
for about 500 bucks
"your message says I'm on my justinstalled car play" . I guess siri can't hear properly. :-)
All this shit just so you can plug in your phone and play music just connect your Bluetooth and Play it
It's for using android auto or Apple carplay. More than just listening to music
Thanks for the detailed instructions. Installed it today. Had a heart in mouth situation when I tried to test AA-> console blanked out. 🤨
Turns out battery died. Jump-started and all worked ok.
lode...bina apple carplay ke nhi jee skta kya...
Wow I just don't care enough to be ripping my car apart, no thanks
Carplay is worth the $200 bucks at the dealership
@@farawayskies plus 290 more for installation