2016 Prius Apple CarPlay install

Seicanne Android head unit installed in a 2016 Prius.

[@Daichan1893]

I got a newer Seicane Radio and followed this guide. Everything works and saved me a lot of poblems! Great guide!

[@desmondthang6759]

How did u program the buttons such as trip, mode, up, down, phone buttons, voice buttons on the steering?

[@jestruck]

Same question!

[@jaredkent9739]

Do you remember how the call quality was? Saw someone else using this brand for 3 years and loved it, but said call quality was so poor it basically wasn't worth using the phone through the stereo.

[@Mrelectric423]

I actually do not remember the call quality, I felt it was feature packed but flawed.

[@mehmetoruch]

Make a Pioneer Toyota Prius 2016

[@InventiveMagic]

Did you lose all the features on the stock radio? Such as the programming of the door locks and lighting controls? Are those retained after the radio swap? What about the maintenance reminders?

[@Mrelectric423]

Maintenance reminder is resettable. I think the other settings are on the other screen in upper dash

[@abbassaid2118]

Rather than purchasing a new screen, I decided to purchase an adapter for my Prius to enable Apple Car Play and keep my Toyota apps, as the aftermarket screen lacks features like drive history and all of the original apps.

[@InventiveMagic]

What company did you go with? Any problems with things not working? Such as backup cam randomly not engaging, etc.

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Hey I installed mine

[@jonathanhahn2292]

What is the model and model number of the Seicanne head unit used in this video? I have a 2017 Toyota Prius and I am considering replacing the stereo with the same one you used.

[@Mrelectric423]

Sorry, I dont know the model number

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Does Seicane sponsor you or why did you go with their head unit from all the other ones out there? It’s one of the pricier ones

[@Mrelectric423]

Im not sponsored, It is one of the only ones that already has the correct plugs and bezel, others are universal fit for most any car.

[@DunePanda]

i have a 2017 which is pretty much identical when it comes to the infotainment center. can you send the model number for the seicanne unit you used?

[@Mrelectric423]

Seicanne has a few choices. I think I installed this one but not 100% sure. www.seicane.com/2016-toyota-prius-android-gps-navigation-radio-bluetooth-aux-hd-touchscreen-usb-carplay-support-tpms-dvr-digital-tv-backup-camera-h2276

[@DunePanda]

@@Mrelectric423 do you know if you needed an adapter for the factory GPS and reverse camera? or did you have to install new camera and gps antenna?

[@Mrelectric423]

@@DunePanda I used the existing reverse camera. The android head unit plugged in and worked with the toyota reverse camera. It did not have a plug that mated with the toyota gps antenna although it came with a new gps antenna.

[@DunePanda]

@@Mrelectric423 ill buy that stock unit off of you if you still have it and its functional.

[@VeganAtmosphere]

What addons did you include in your order or what options because I am going to order it but there is a bunch of different options

[@Mrelectric423]

I only got the tv tuner

[@michaelhymas5055]

Hi, Thanks for a very informative video of head unit install on this car. I have a question can this also fit a Toyota prius prime 2017 which looks the same dash as the 2016 model. Could you confirm the screen dimensions as when I look on the seicane website it shows the screen size is to big for my vehicle, my opening is 230mm x 130mm, but the website is saying its 237mm x 137mm.

[@Mrelectric423]

I dont have the car or head unit anymore but it should fit if it is the same dash

[@kevinyork4757]

How has this worked for you so far. Have you lost any functionality from the stock unit? Does it sound as good? Have you tried Android Auto?

[@Mrelectric423]

I did not try android auto

[@LetsGoHawaiiNow]

I ordered one of these for my 2017 Prius but I can’t seem to locate the reverse camera harness from the car side. It looks like in this video you found it near the antenna harness but I don’t have em. Would you know if 2016 and 2017 has a different reverse cam feed??

[@Mrelectric423]

It should be the same camera feed. It is a small rectangular plug with a few pins if I remember correctly.

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Where are you located I need this job on my prius

[@VeganAtmosphere]

I regret paying for the tv tuner

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Did you have to do anything to get the Apple CarPlay to work?

[@TheJuanKod]

Hello, I have bought this head unit but the sound is not working… What cables have you connected to make this works? Thanks in advance

[@Mrelectric423]

I am not sure

[@anotherline1981]

I have a Prius 3 2016. It comes with the 2015 GPS software. I tried to purchase a 2021 GPS software card and it worked for a month before it then screwed up the dash system until I removed and put in the old card. Though this is a new Carplay system, will I still have the 2015 GPS attached so will have the old GPS screen? Or does this mirror the GPS on the iPhone 12 plus so no need to use the GPS on the new dash system?

[@Mrelectric423]

It has a proprietary gps that probably no one uses and the gps from your Android or iPhone which is excellent

[@marcelod7817]

Does the backup camera shows up in the new stereo?

[@phillipchavez4885]

Do you still see functions on stock radio like energy status, miles left (car) info?

[@Mrelectric423]

No unfortunately those are gone

[@sirc8645]

Does the built in Microphone from the car work with this head unit? Will it be plug and play also? and work with the Apple Carplay?

[@Mrelectric423]

No it does not use factory mic. You can add a mic or use the mic in the front of the head unit.

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Also how did the tv tuner work when you tested it off the car and is it working the same on your car?

[@Mrelectric423]

I never installed the tv tuner in the car.

[@marymerid7079]

One more question: Do you know how long shipping takes? Over one month? The company hasn’t responded to me yet 😅

[@Mrelectric423]

It is slow, maybe 2-3 weeks

[@marymerid7079]

@@Mrelectric423 thank u!

[@maalouftony5269]

Hi, will a 7" unit fit on the 2017 toyota prius

[@marymerid7079]

Hello! Were you able to still use some of the original Prius settings with this on? I see the backup camera still works however, are you able to use the settings that come with the car such as setting up voice recognition, opening up settings for the prius, etc. (I hope this makes sense. Pls let me know)

[@marymerid7079]

I guess what I mean to say is, will you still be able to use the original settings as well after installation? So that if you wanna add another phone or set up voice recognition you can.

[@Mrelectric423]

I dont think voice commands work after swapping the head unit. Most other functions were fine. The car stereo forums may help with more specifics.

[@abbassaid2118]

@@marymerid7079 Rather than purchasing a new screen, I decided to purchase an adapter for my Prius to enable Apple Car Play and keep my Toyota apps, as the aftermarket screen lacks features like drive history and all of the original apps.

[@gabrielslevin5374]

I bought one of these units for my 2016 prius /w JBL audio. But now I have no sound. Any idea where to connect the amp-cont blue wire to get power to the amp?

[@Mrelectric423]

On the jbl model wiring is more complex. The previous comments feature a conversation with someone who got jbl to work with an Android head unit and wiring specifics

[@TheJuanKod]

Hello, I am having the same issue. Were you able to fix it??

[@VeganAtmosphere]

What does the upper USB port do? Android auto?

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Do you recommend getting the thing for the OEM USB port? Also where did you get yours? Is yours long enough?

[@Mrelectric423]

Yes using the oem usb port was useful. The adapter was long enough.

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Thank you

[@tofubean1]

Would you happen to know the part number and location to order the adapter for both the USB port and GPS adapters? Thanks for the video!

[@serp_nt]

@@Mrelectric423 do you have a link to the adapter for the OEM center console usb port?

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Question. When you put the car in reverse does it turn off your music as well? Mine does

[@Mrelectric423]

yes it does I think that can be changed somewhere as the other seicane i installed doesn't do that.

[@VeganAtmosphere]

@@Mrelectric423 ok

[@427daison]

Hello professor, you had a second gen did you upgrade to a 2016

[@Mrelectric423]

Yes

[@427daison]

@@Mrelectric423 does the ride quality differ from a second gen

[@Mrelectric423]

@@427daison oh yeah it’s much better

[@Mrelectric423]

@@427daison Yes the suspension is much much better. You car actual carve corners. Feels like honda sedan performance level which is a big improvement.

[@427daison]

@@Mrelectric423 perfect thank you

[@NPCTE23]

is there a way to see Energy Monitor? or you lose that functionality?

[@Mrelectric423]

It is shown on the upper screen in the dash

[@VeganAtmosphere]

What does the tv tuner do?

[@nasimagdam2723]

man, this is cool. will it work on my 2013 prius?

[@Mrelectric423]

They make lots of Android head units including several for gen3 Prius

[@robertmontelongo2628]

Is there a way to use the oem mic instead of the siecane stereo?

[@Mrelectric423]

I think the oem mic is a different voltage and does not work easily. Probably worth researching because that would be a nice upgrade and very clean if it could work.

[@jorgecastaneda8977]

What kind of adaptor is needed to use the center console usb?

[@Mrelectric423]

www.amazon.com/dp/B00F0YJ49O?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Does your phone still charge fast when plugged into Apple CarPlay?

[@Mrelectric423]

No it charges slowly

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Do you think that is bad for your iPhone battery? My phone is at 100% and I don’t want it go down using this

[@Mrelectric423]

@@VeganAtmosphere I don’t know

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Does your CarPlay sometimes trip out? And say hardware err

[@Mrelectric423]

No I never saw that error

[@scottoesterling4659]

Can you add a link to the head unit you purchased?

[@Mrelectric423]

www.seicane.com/2016-toyota-prius-android-gps-navigation-radio-bluetooth-aux-hd-touchscreen-usb-carplay-support-tpms-dvr-digital-tv-backup-camera-h2276

[@scottoesterling4659]

@@Mrelectric423 Thanks - will order today and attempt what toyota should have done in 2016

[@scottoesterling4659]

I'm having some wiring trouble - my 6 pin rear speaker connection has 3 wires on the car side, not four like yours. I think I have JBL amp hidden away. I'm working with Seicane, but with the time difference, it feels like using a ouija board. Any way that I can DM you for some advice or come by your shop - I'm local to SF.

[@Mrelectric423]

@@scottoesterling4659 I am not sure where the jbl amp is placed but one solution is to run wires from head unit to the amp location connecting directly to the speakers. On some vehicles a non standard speaker impedance is used forcing owners to change the speakers along with head unit. Another solution is an amp interface unit such as this one (for older toyotas) perhaps an interface is out there for gen 4. Check Metra and other specialty audio component makers. www.amazon.com/Metra-TYTO-01-Amplifier-Interface-Harness/dp/B00133RCCC/ref=asc_df_B00133RCCC/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309820150211&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2482362743975054567&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061254&hvtargid=pla-435446226389&psc=1

[@Mrelectric423]

Scott, I noticed the blue wire that goes to the can decoder box and the antenna power lead connects to an unused plug and is not powered. I believe this is a wiring error from the factory. If the can decoder box is working and correct can bus settings entered the included can bus decoder *should* allow sound to be heard through jbl amp system.

[@little4cylinder154]

where to buy the head unit ? is the wires comes with kit?

[@Mrelectric423]

search for " Seicanne Android Head unit" It comes with wiring, although I am not affiliated.

[@kevinyork4757]

can you just add android autioplay to the factory unit if it has entune?

[@Mrelectric423]

No I dont think the factory entune does android auto.

[@Mikivli]

So does back up camera work?

[@Mrelectric423]

Yes it does. Factory camera and it had a matching plug.

[@reliabletherapystaff3012]

cool..which state are you located? I can just have you do it. lol.....

[@Mrelectric423]

Sorry not for hire

[@SAMEER_13]

Is there anyone in the DMV area? And where I can get the new screen?

[@Mrelectric423]

Not sure

[@arfankarim5149]

any link where i can buy this unit for my car

[@Mrelectric423]

search "seicanne " the manufacturer name. They have many versions.

[@bgameros]

What adapter did you use for the center console usb?

[@Mrelectric423]

This one: www.amazon.com/Metra-AX-USB-MINIB-MINI-Adaptor-Cable/dp/B00I2ZIRVE/ref=asc_df_B00I2ZIRVE/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309807187084&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4141467207626092144&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061254&hvtargid=pla-570416457815&psc=1

[@hyojiggy]

What model head unit is that? Can you post a link?

[@Mrelectric423]

Already posted in another comment

[@desmondthang6759]

Is your android head set work with the steering wheel LKA and Dynamic cruise control buttons?

[@Mrelectric423]

the android head unit has no interaction with dynamic cruise and lane departure. Those features work as before.

[@desmondthang6759]

@@Mrelectric423 thanks for the info. So only volume, mode, and trip buttons need to be programmed. The rest of the buttons on the steering are not really connected to the stereo; therefore, they are working as before. Am I right?

[@Mrelectric423]

@@desmondthang6759 Yes correct. Also worth mentioning, The upper screen that shows hybrid function and other info no longer displays map information but all other information such as fuel economy, hybrid function, lka status etc displays as before.

[@desmondthang6759]

@@Mrelectric423 which button on steering exactly not working?

[@Mrelectric423]

@@desmondthang6759 all the steering wheel buttons work.

[@eleanor1806]

Could this be done on a 2017 Prius prime?

[@Mrelectric423]

The Prius Prime has a much larger screen, this unit would be too small leaving a gaping hole in the dash board.

[@mazamerid8207]

Does the back up camera still work

[@Mrelectric423]

Watch the video

[@mazamerid8207]

Can we have a link to this head unit?

[@mazamerid8207]

is it on amazon?

[@Mrelectric423]

There are several versions available from the manufacturer Seicane www.seicane.com/android-car-dvd-gps/android-toyota-car-dvd-gps/filter/car_fit_years/2016/car_make_toyota/prius Im not sure which version was ordered but it is one of the ones in the link.

[@matthewanderson4836]

Does it work with android auto

[@Mrelectric423]

Yes

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Is it still working good

[@Mrelectric423]

Yes still working good

[@atthaphatamatayakul70]

How much

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Did you get the 4 core ram or the 8core ram

[@Mrelectric423]

Im not sure but I think the 8

[@VeganAtmosphere]

@@Mrelectric423 thank you

[@VeganAtmosphere]

Any complaints so far? Also is the TV tuner easy to install

[@Mrelectric423]

@@VeganAtmosphere I never got around to the tuner

[@kevinyork4757]

What model?

[@Mrelectric423]

Please see previous comments for more specifics on the model number.