How To Add Apple CarPlay To A 2nd Gen Tacoma (Idoing Head unit)

[@CanadianGearhead]

Lots of people asking where to buy this head unit - you can get it on Aliexpress here: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003746971644.html

[@Jtez0623]

Do the steering wheel buttons still work with the new radio?

[@RobertsAdventure]

Great rundown, looks like these units are still available. How has it held up after 2 years, any issues with newer phones?

[@mj7791]

Yes let us know how well it works over time. I installed the same pioneer you have in my 4Runner because of your pioneer installation video.

[@CanadianGearhead]

Awesome, how do you like yours?

[@mj7791]

@@CanadianGearhead I love it. I also installed new speakers. It really makes a vehicle feel new again! Will never drive w/o Apple Car Play ever again.

[@alexmeza-w4g]

​@@CanadianGearheadque marca de radio es

[@tylerphipps5368]

Are you able to turn off the sound it makes when tapping on the display?

[@michaelrichards7987]

Does this affect the volume of the speakers at all???? I have a 2010 with the old JBL radio and it’s very loud and I’d like to keep it way

[@arielcruztorres1962]

Do you keep the same color of panel instruments, like orenge in the new , I mean screen ? Thanks

[@alanriera1481]

How is the sound, does it have an equalizer?

[@TracyKMainwaring]

the lights in my 2001 4Runner stereo haven't worked in years. Replacing it was on the to-do list, but never happened and now that's at the bottom of the list since we keep saying we're getting something new. I love having a CD player though. And I don't have a data plan on my phone so many of those features I can't even use and I don't want to give Hubs another reason to drive my truck more LOL

[@CanadianGearhead]

If you have music saved on your phone I believe you can play it through bluetooth without using data

[@julianflores3323]

How the heck did you run the usb through the glove box, I can’t find any opening

[@jordansantos9820]

How bright is it when driving at night? I had a similar one but it was super bright when I drove at night.

[@MichaelT-ft3cz]

How dim can you make the display?

[@kristinakurcinka8250]

how in the world do you get to the middle screw to remove the flasher and clock part??

[@kieranstone1136]

does it beep everytime you touch the screen or can you turn that off in the settings?

[@day-b218]

Please I need help! I don’t know how to connect my phone to apple carplay!

[@adrianl1013]

Hello, checking in about a year later and wondering how the product works long-term. Has it had any significant issues? Also, where would I find this product?

[@CanadianGearhead]

It's been working great, no real complaints so far. You can find it on Aliexpress: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003746971644.html

[@Tacomas_shop]

Bro mine only has 2 cables to radio why ??? 2006 tacomita

[@AMDRyzenEnthusiastGroup]

you probably don't have steering wheel controls. the 3rd wire is for that. @@Tacomas_shop

[@ThebrandMicah]

Would be happy to see you setup the reverse camera

[@Marioguajardo3167]

Will this fit on my 2015 Toyota Tacoma?

[@littletpa]

Will you be doing an update on the performance of the unit? A reply here is more than sufficient as well.

[@CanadianGearhead]

I'll have a comparison to the Pioneer unit in my 4runner coming soon!

[@alexmeza-w4g]

​@@CanadianGearheadfunvions para mi tacoms 2008?

[@RoundTownWithMike]

Hi! I have a 2006 Tacoma. I have bought two of these radios now and neither of the white plugs on them fit the plugs in my truck. I see that yo have 4 plugs including the clock/hazard plug. I only have three total. And I do have steering wheel controls. Do you have any idea why none of these radios fit my truck? Any help would be great please. Thanks.

[@CanadianGearhead]

If you're buying one that's specific to your truck and it doesn't fit, take it up with the seller. It might be that you need a different harness to make your steering controls work but it's their job to get it sorted out for you

[@RoundTownWithMike]

@@CanadianGearhead Ok I will try. I went to a local car audio store and found a plug that fit my trucks plug. I wires the red, black and yellow into the radio wires and I got the screen to come on and work. But I can not get any sound. The steering controls work sort of. The Mode button works and the volume works but not the station select buttons. This is insane. Thanks!

[@lulumatasso5788]

Hey there! I know this was a year ago but did you have any problems with the sound becoming static the louder you turned the volume up? Or was the sound clear even at high volumes?

[@CanadianGearhead]

No issues here, the sound is improved despite the OEM speakers

[@SanDiego_VDubLife]

How much and did you have to buy any wiring harness or is plug and play.

[@CanadianGearhead]

It was plug and play

[@Fatandtactical]

This is awesome man looks great 👍

[@CanadianGearhead]

Thanks!

[@ianschutt2083]

do you know if the installation would be the same on a 2008 2wd

[@CanadianGearhead]

It should be

[@broku5765]

Does the apple CarPlay work as well?

[@CanadianGearhead]

Yup and it's wireless

[@ulyssesubias2326]

That's cool would it work with the jbl system?

[@CanadianGearhead]

It should be possible, just a matter of making sure you have the right harness

[@geminij610]

Wow that is nice bro!!! Great job. Lucky wifey. Looking forward to see more taco stuff.

[@CanadianGearhead]

Looking forward to making more taco stuff!

[@ruvimalter7514]

How is the Apple car play on this ? Is it wireless? Also do happen to have a promo code?

[@CanadianGearhead]

It's pretty good, it cuts out every once in a while but I need to update it. Carplay is wireless. Sorry I don't have a code for this one

[@ruvimalter7514]

@@CanadianGearhead Would you suggest to buy this product?

[@TigerGarageCo]

Did anyone else have trouble charging there phone through the usb cables they provide with the stereo

[@gabejacklyn]

So does it support back up camera with the factory camera?

[@CanadianGearhead]

I believe it does but I don't have one so I can't confirm

[@alanriera1481]

Hello, one question, what radio model is it, where can I buy it?

[@alanriera1481]

??

[@CanadianGearhead]

I responded to your email a while ago

[@alanriera1481]

let me know please

[@julianjuarez3890]

link to the radio?

[@CanadianGearhead]

You can find it here: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003746971644.html

[@rios6706]

My Tacoma has 4 cords connected to the back of the stereo! :( I tired plugging a new Radio but could not connect it because of the fourth cord. It looks like majority of these videos I see only have three cords behind the stereo

[@CanadianGearhead]

Does yours have JBL audio? You might need a different harness for that

[@rios6706]

@@CanadianGearhead i do not

[@rios6706]

Should I return the radio? I own a 2011 Sr5 Tacoma

[@goss_4_lifegoss559]

The website says "this car stereo doesn't fit cars with JBL audio system" but yours look like it was JBL. Does this indeed fit? Thank you in advance!

[@CanadianGearhead]

Mine actually doesn't have JBL so I'm not sure

[@autovio]

What are your thoughts on the new gen Tacoma/Tundra/4Runner??

[@CanadianGearhead]

The current ones? I like them. 3rd Gen Tacomas are nice but I'm not a fan of the drivetrain. 5th gen 4runners are great but I think I'd miss having the V8. My buddy has a brand new army green TRD Pro Tundra and I'm 100% in love with it

[@palindrome1023]

Did you take the negative off the car battery for this install or was it not needed for this head unit?

[@CanadianGearhead]

I didn't bother but it doesn't hurt to disconnect it to be safe

[@lynxshd]

do you know what model this headunit is or how much ram it has?

[@CanadianGearhead]

You can find it here: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003746971644.html

[@LJLion]

Which wiring harness did you use for this?

[@CanadianGearhead]

It came with everything to plug right in

[@LJLion]

@@CanadianGearhead Thank you for the reply. However I came to find out that my 06 Tacoma Prerunner needs a different wiring harness to accommodate the JBL stereo. Axto-TY1 from Axxess is what I use for the after market double din stereo which features android auto and Apple car play. It works great.

[@joshuaeli8373]

where can i buy this?

[@CanadianGearhead]

You can find it here: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003746971644.html

[@jaredpicklyk8886]

What website could you get this off of

[@CanadianGearhead]

Aliexpress

[@DARK-SHADOW59]

Where can i fine this radio?

[@CanadianGearhead]

Either on Aliexpress or I believe they sell them on their website now

[@DARK-SHADOW59]

Alright thx and do u like it so far?

[@CanadianGearhead]

@@DARK-SHADOW59 It's been good, I'll be doing a video comparing it to the Pioneer in my 4runner soon

[@everc9674]

Where can I buy it?

[@CanadianGearhead]

You can find it here: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003746971644.html

[@CanadianGearhead]

Do you take your car through automatic car washes? Comment below!

[@kevinjones1597]

nooo that can lead to the swirl marks you see in your paint, not to mention regular scratches. i don't even use brushes on my truck, used to detail and learned from others' mistakes hahaha

[@papatacomoto]

Wifi doesn't work with the unit

[@idoingheadunitofficial3040]

This head unit updated wireless android auto, won't need cable to work with android phone.

[@faascencio]

Where do we buy this head unit!! I want one.

[@ericschmidt3759]

Does it work with factory subwoofer?

[@CanadianGearhead]

It should

[@allanthomas332]

What was that wire sticking out

[@CanadianGearhead]

The bluetooth mic that I forgot to plug in 😳

[@allanthomas332]

@@CanadianGearhead oh my

[@oceanvibezzz9692]

dammit lol

[@KLander03]

Does it work with factory backup cam?

[@CanadianGearhead]

I would think so, it has a video port