Ford Focus Amazon Touchscreen Radio Installation | 2012-2018

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

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[@anasiragob5903]

Hi! I got a new radio, it’s similar to this one. The blinkers and the lock bottom work fine. I don’t know if I did something wrong, but the radio itself seems like it’s not working. I need some help, please!🙏🏼

[@elionnavazquez2633]

What kind of screw?

[@kobymower2889]

I love when you say mkay😂

[@lowkey4life723]

Can you give an installation video on the backup camera

[@JaBridgewater13]

My radio is similar but there's three wires that connect to the green circuit board also, where or what are those wires for? The manual isn't specific at all. I'm think it's to test the radio for power before installation? Manual said something about it but there's no red wire, it's orange white and black that connects in but wires are open with no connection that the wires would go into. Any help would be greatly appreciated. BTW great videos, very helpful, and much appreciated 😊

[@lukechaney8601]

love the way this dude says ok

[@billystrahornjr]

good video but, you should have replaced the fuse while filming so your viewers could see it working in this video. they might think you didn't install it correctly.

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Great point! I've got a video of it working before removal.. if anyone wants to see I'll link it

[@_-lvkas-_8214]

@@BigBensCarsAndCycles would love to see it! do you have any expirience with ios/apple? Does ist support Apple CarPlay

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@@_-lvkas-_8214 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hp3dZo2Kosloh6s

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@_-lvkas-_8214 another commenter asked and I found one and linked it. Thanks for watching!

[@_-lvkas-_8214]

@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Thank you for the quick response! keep up the great work :) Your videos helped me a lot! greetings from germany

[@skytab100]

Nice, does this replace the Sony premium sound system head unit as well? Or just the low end units? I have 2018 Focus ST2

[@GoutamDAS-ls1wb]

This video helped me immensely. I was wondering how you installed the backup camera and then arranged the video cables going into the unit.

[@NotAHomelessGamer]

At 11:17 yours isn't like mine, it's soldered directly onto the green board. I had a hell of a hard time getting it in and at one point thought I plugged it in the wrong way as I could not get it back out. Glad I eventually got it to seat properly. I think my canbus may be bad. None of my steering wheel controls are working.

[@xxjuliusgamingxx6048]

Same my steering wheel controls aren’t working either

[@maxstorm4654]

It's a good video. I'd like ro know if the model you installed has android carplay and if you have a video after fuse reinstallation. Thank you.

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@maxstorm4654 yes it does. And I do, it's called Should you buy an Amazon touchscreen radio

[@zacharylorenson245]

How do you connect the key wires in to connect steering wheel controls?

[@samopfer341]

This!!!

[@teddymac25]

Will this radio work with cmax 2013 I'm not sure seems like my cmax has a flat panel between cd slot and screen

[@CGaudot3]

I got the hazards and the lock/unlock buttons to work but power won’t. I’ve checked and made sure everything was tight. And changed fuses. Any ideas?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Did you install that blue box? I had the same problem until i plugged that in

[@CGaudot3]

@ I did yes

[@geeeeeee3]

which model Car Stereo Radio 2012-2018 with Carplay/Android Auto is this? seems to be dozens of models. Thanks,

[@jeffwoods5289]

Always unhook your vehicles negative battery before installing and always tape the end of those wires that you didn't use. They'll receive power during certain functions and short out. That's more than likely what caused the blown fuse. Good video other than that. Thank you sir.

[@dakotadefilippo7782]

Have you made one on how to plug in all the wires? You said you had made one, if so I can’t find it. Can you link it please?

[@JT-of8gy]

First of all thank you for this really easy to understand video and I have read views on this head unit and most people are not happy with performance. Can you tell me how this has been for you and has everything worked as far as you know/ Thank you.

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

I'm glad it helped. It's a quirky radio. For thr price I was fine with it. Although a few times sound only came from 1 speaker for a few days

[@joedifranco1659]

My steering wheel controls don’t work no more but it’s cool I guess I got a big ass screen now I might try to hook up the camera tho

[@patricklary81]

So if I buy a touch screen radio from eBay that comes with the trim I no longer need an original receiver? My receiver went out and I want to put a touch screen in but don't know if I have to buy a new receiver as well as the touch screen and car trim as well. Any answer would be much appreciated. Thanks😊

[@austinmatthews347]

Does this unit show the climate controls as you operate the climate alsi doe it show parking sensors as it did on the original screen also hpw does the sound compare to the original radio

[@brickflix4949]

I did this whole process and replaced the fuse, but my camera doesn’t work. Do you know which wires on the harness are the camera wires?

[@jorgegomes4005]

Great video! I know you said you wouldn't do the back camera but could you explain a little more where every wire goes, I tried to do it myself and failed 😂

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Hey glad to help, you can pause the video where I show the wires connected on the back. They all fit in 1 specific spot and can't be mixed up. Except for one. Take note of the "ugly colored harness" and make sure that's plugged up where I had it. And I believe you need that one attached for the camera but I could be wrong. You can check the manual to be sure. I don't have it anymore and I'd have to pull the radio out to check. If you look at my video "project Focus clutch actuator replacement" I show a possible way of routing the camera wiring into the car

[@jorgegomes4005]

​@@BigBensCarsAndCyclesThank you man, would definitely check it out!

[@pauljanci2588]

My kid will love this in her car!

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Awesome! 👍

[@SFVMotobike]

How do you reset these? I bought an escape with one installed but they changed the password to access factory settings :/

[@serekes2002]

Nice video I installed this into my gfs mk3 for her bd abfew months ago It worked great However for some reason the lcd is now just black and nothing can bee seen on the screen But the sound still works and the phone connects to bt. And also touch buttons work because if I press where the voulume up and down suppose to be. Has anybody had an issue like that What can I do to make it work again

[@EricWilliams-wu5wj]

Would like to have the installation of the backup camera system. I was able to get everything done, however i can not get the backup camera to work.

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Should be able to just plug it into the yellow port on the back of the radio and it'll work on it's own. If it doesn't, check for a damaged cable, dislodged connector, if everythings ok then message the seller on amazon (may need another camera)

[@HOSKIN5]

Got one installed on mine today ... how do you set time on it

[@brickflix4949]

How did you wire in the camera? Which wires?

[@davidaguilar5070]

I have a ford focus st you have to connect the amp wire and select canbus setting hiworld then select ford and then Mandeo and then the year of your car it should work

[@Ruimes]

Hi , I installed one like that on my 2018 Focus , steering wheels control are not working , you saying that on yours you had to connect the amp wire? but where?

[@leafpirate]

Do you think the 8 core would be a significant performance improvement or no? I had the slowest one (1 gig ram 4 core or something) before i sold my last Focus, and LOVED it and used it every day for bluetooth music driving to work but the Nav was really slow and it didn't have carplay. I didn't mind it but my passengers complained about it. Do you think it matters how fast it is as long as I get the one with CarPlay if I just want music, GPS and the big screen?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

I think you should do what makes you happy. I'd get the slower one if the price difference makes it worth it

[@robertserrano6022]

After installed, I cannot get the volume on steering wheel to learn. Any tips?

[@danielriechert3281]

And? It’s work?

[@Bepstar]

Did any body get it fixed ? I am having same issue

[@kevinwelsh8438]

would this work with the Microsoft Sync systems, and the controls on the steering wheel?

[@HidingFromJessica]

Im wanting something like this so bad for my 2016 st but all the reviews i see are so bad like flickering issues and backup camera issues. But idk if the issues are caused by diy installation or not 😂. Might just have to get one and try my luck.

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

It's a quirky radio. But for 120 bucks on sale I lived with it

[@heavenmag5838]

Thanks didn't have a little blue box in mine but thanks for the help.

[@danielk7618]

Hi, did you unplug car battery before remove and install new one?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@@danielk7618 hi. Nope

[@danielk7618]

@ thank u! Got similar to yours but mine front panel comes with 4 plain wires and Im lost haha

[@paulsullivan8980]

I have a 2011 mk3 ford focus basic zetec model, would this work in my car?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Hi, no but this one should: amzn.to/48w0mq3 Thats assuming you're in the US where the 2012 plus models are the newer body style

[@paulsullivan8980]

It’s the new style Mk3 car I have. The one you sent is for the Mk2. FYI I’m in the UK 😊. Thank you for replying to my query, really appreciate it 👍

[@joesmo4536]

Hey Ben. Just to let you know the link for the apple CarPlay is unavailable currently

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Thanks. I'll fix that

[@RobertColton-q1h]

What if the car has factory installed backup camera, will it still work

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

You'll need to use the supplied camera

[@anibaltorres3236]

hi I just watched your video good video!! I have a 2013 focus st model would this kit fit my car?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Yes, that should fit. Thanks for watching! Glad it helped

[@shannafinney7470]

I installed this in my ford then after couldn’t get the car to engage reverse gear. Any ideas?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@@shannafinney7470 check for tcm codes and diagnose them based on my focus transmission videos

[@josealonso6568]

Am here with a question for those who have replaced the original radio with an Amazon or Ebay one regardless of brand, is the sound better or worst than the original? Or how to improve it if it can be? TIA

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@josealonso6568 the sound was about the same in my opinion

[@Piotr_eMMM]

In my focus mk3 radio/navi LCD display a upside down everything, someone knows why and how to Fix IT?

[@gagefarmer1657]

Very good video thank you so much helped me and my dad put mine in fast and helped us out a lot and now it works great and looks even better thank you so much!!

[@franciscomorales2699]

Any tips on turning on emergency lights

[@NateDieckman]

Just installed one for my 2016 Focus. No matter what I use I cannot get my Steering Wheel Controls to work. Any thoughts?

[@josephsherman7344]

Stupid question would you happen to have the factory settings code can't find it anywhere

[@Martingamgs]

Do what size of screen is at the under the stereo I have have that screw

[@kc86]

I just installed this on my Ford Focus 2014 SE and I have a problem with the ‘Steering Learning’ for (Voice Command), (Forward/Cancel Call), and (Backward/Accept Call) buttons. Do you have these issues?

[@kevinwelsh8438]

was wondering the same thing. Do you have the Sync system from Microsoft??

[@kc86]

@ yes. I been told blue tooth button is not programmable.

[@ahmedensteph1392]

Hi Nice tutorial I followed and everything works fine except the buttons for next previous sound and volume level Any tips to fix it ?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Glad it was helpful. Are you talking about the buttons on the screen or steering wheel

[@adamrahman8631]

Same issue here, steering buttons not working. Any tips?

[@tylersimpson3512]

@@adamrahman8631did you get it to work?

[@Mazystar4sure]

How did you get the buttons on the steering wheel to work. Mine don’t 😭

[@RalfeOrtiz]

Where can you obtain the passcode to utilize the screen if you don’t have the manual?

[@thekingof_Random]

Hi, i installed this stereo in my Ford Focus 2014. Everything is working fine except the tweeters. Can u plzz help me? How can i solve that issue?

[@menim_per_winston]

Im struggling to get the bottom plastic cover off before i even start Any help please !???

[@GreenCharvel]

Will these work with sync-1 and have all the features?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

If i remember right, when you go to an aftermarket radio like this, you pretty much lose sync, but gain the voice commands offered by the new radio. I haven't had that car in a while

[@lucaslundahl3615]

I live in Sweden, does it fit in all models or are there different connections depending on where the car is from?😅

[@mbknitrodu7690]

Bonjour, j’ai acheté un CarPlay mais l’écran ne s’allume pas besoin d’aide. Merci ???

[@parishratlon343]

My focus radio started popping, no it doesn't work just displays the time. Please help thanks .

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@@parishratlon343 your audio control module failed (the factory radio)

[@I-am-L3g3nD]

will the pdc sensors still work after installation

[@jimmyboyles2868]

Currently unavailable. We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock.

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

here's another (same brand) amzn.to/3VVI2C7

[@lisazabriskie1237]

This is super helpful. Thank you!

[@davidaguilar5070]

It’s nice I just installed mine and my volume doesn’t work

[@JrobsFeeds]

Same. I have a 2012 focus with the Sony Sync system and I have no sound with this head unit 😢

[@alexandrulixandre1492]

Does it work with the doors open without the ignition on?

[@westcameron74]

Installed aftermarket radio now car wont do anything even after putting back the original headunit any help?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@@westcameron74 check the fuse. I've got a video on its location

[@sarahrivero3934]

May I have the link for replacing the fuse you mentioned last? Thank you

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ2meJ5uqa2Uodk

[@WilmerBlom]

could this also be placed in a 2011 ford focus sedan manual, with exactly the same before installation

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Hi. This radio is advertised to fit 2012 to 18. I believe there are differences on 2011

[@samgreeneggs]

What if your st already has a backup camera is it compatible?

[@omegamods5436]

Does the RCA harness have 2 sets of outputs?

[@matthewedison1032]

Does it work well with the steering wheel volume buttons etc? I'm glad you did this video! Also I can't find your video on whether this was a good buy so I have a few questions that I would really love for you to answer if it's not too much trouble my friend. 1: Are there any negatives to owning this? 2: Does this work with the built in microphone in the car or does it need a new microphone fitted? 3: I love the idea of the upgrade but worried I'll regret it and have to fit the original back in! Is it much better and responsive enough to feel like it was always meant to be there? 4: Also do music and radio stations sound any different after fitting the new stereo? As I love the current sound and worry it will be a lot worse. Finally what company would you recommend buying it from? I'm from the UK but on ebay they seem to sell these under so many different names that I don't know which one to trust to work. Thank you for reading this mate and I love your content! Apologies for the questions but I have been wanting to ask someone who has this stereo these questions for ages as I have been wanting to buy one for ages and ages but the stereo are like 200 odd pounds here and that's quite a bit of money to spend on something that I haven't seen many reviews or complaints about haha

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

If you can get it on amazon, they're good about returns if you don't like it. It's worked fine for me. Steering controls work. Sounds about the same as the factory radio, I do still have the factory speakers. It comes with a mic you plug into the back

[@alicialynch5857]

My steering controls do not work, nor the power and others at the bottom of the unit just flahers and locks. Still trying to figure everything else out.

[@cassidyw8075]

@@alicialynch5857Did you figure this out? Mine also will not connect to the steering wheel controls

[@Bepstar]

​@@cassidyw8075any luck ? I am having same issue.

[@xxjuliusgamingxx6048]

I installed mine, sync isn’t working with the touchscreen and my steering wheel buttons aren’t working either am I doing something wrong?

[@dkrawk8309]

Yes

[@xxjuliusgamingxx6048]

@@dkrawk8309 explain I would appreciate it

[@KNAlfa]

Hello, I have a 2016. I installed everything and I keep blowing fuse 79. Any advice? I am stuck

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

double check your connections. Theres a connector for the blue box which can fit on top where the "big ugly harness" plugs into and create a short circuit

[@Luminaldemize]

Will this work with the factory backup cam thats already connected to my reverse lockout?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

I dont believe so. I think that it requires using the supplied camera because its a different connector than the factory one.

[@kdckicksbutt3461]

I was able to use my default back up camera on my 17 ford focus

[@flipperr6947]

@@kdckicksbutt3461hey how were you able to do this?

[@basketballrocks111]

Did you have to buy the lower trim separately?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

No, it came with it

[@wilmerestrada5845]

Hey man everything worked but like throughout playing a video or music it glitches like for 4 seconds every time I play a music why is that?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

These can be quirky radios. I had an issue where sound only came out of 1 speaker. It went away after a few days and never happened again. The customer support seemed reasonably helpful, you can try them

[@ArcadeFamily-oj4ms]

Mine didn’t come with the grey wire for the hazard lights. Any idea where I can get one?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Hi, you should message the seller and they'll send you one

[@Carlos-zo2in]

My 2017 has a back up camera will it work with this ?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

I think that you'll have to use the camera supplied with the radio

[@Black_FoRSST_Owners_Club]

I have this in a 2016 RS, how can I get the steering buttons to work I have tried all the canbus settings 😢

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Might want to contact the seller and check about a warranty replacement if it comes to that. I'm not that knowledgeable about radio stuff other than bolting it in

[@Ruimes]

I have the same problem with a 2018 Focus , did you find a solution?

[@ekuwam8989]

Will this work on a ford 2011

[@terotrificy]

Hey, do you know what are the parking sensors (front and back) compatibles for this android radio? I've been looking for the 8 sensors for a while but I'm not sure, I guess it should be a rca type connection. Can you please guide me over this? Thanks!

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

If I were more knowledgeable on that, I'd be happy to help. There's plenty of helpful people in my discord or Facebook group and we'll figure this out

[@jimmyboyles2868]

My odometer changed to km. How do you set it back to mph?

[@tonguepunchmyfartpipe9221]

Ever figure this out? Same issue here. Stuck in km

[@blakehargrove5357]

Video with how to connect to carplay for music and navigation

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

I will if I get the opportunity! I have android so that may not happen any time soon.

[@imjuanwick]

Have a quick question Ben. My stock radio had two antenna cables that look similar one is yellow and the other black, all videos I’ve seen so far only have one. Which factory connection one do I connect the aftermarket radio to? Any help would be appreciated.

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Maybe one is for the GPS antenna. If you have nav. I'd try to match colors. Or try one and see if you have radio reception. This radio has its own GPS antenna

[@kennethdavis7259]

Does the factory mic still work for calling?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Yes, it did for me

[@matthewcampisi7359]

Have you liked the radio? Been doing some Amazon searching and all the radios I’ve seen have not good reviews

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

I don't use the radio much. But when I have, I've had some quirks - but they seemed to stop doing it. I was having issue with sound only coming from the left front speaker.. but then it started working again. Overall for $120 it's not too bad for the price

[@matthewcampisi7359]

@@BigBensCarsAndCycles thank you! I just got my car back this week getting the LUK kit and new actuators installed. Drives like a champ now.

[@agudosichidi1677]

Please my 2010 Ford focus zetec radio got spoilt. Where can I get a new radio or an upgrade?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

I'm not familiar with that year model radio options. I see something that may work for you on Temu. But you can google it and get a dash kit..then used a standard double din setup

[@Priestessfly]

Does it support IPHONE CarPlay?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

No. But here is one that's carplay compatible: amzn.to/3SwicCO

[@menim_per_winston]

8:30 do i buy that or does it come with car ?

[@FishingWithWilso]

Any problems with it? Looking to put a similar one in mine. Cheers!

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

I had sound only come from 1 speaker for a while, but then it mysteriously started working again. Been fine since

[@sirusx8270]

Just a nightmare, I have the exact same car and radio, the screen has seem to go all discoloured and damaged, probably due to sunlight or something, it’s bugging me so badly

[@that_raptor_guy8964]

Does this come with ALL wires you had on new Amazon radio or did you buy them separately?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

It came with all of them

[@that_raptor_guy8964]

Perfect thanks so much man this was so helpful Ordering mine TODAY!!! Sorry to bother you can you link the review camera instal please

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@@that_raptor_guy8964 you're welcome. I don't have a video on that. It screws to a license plate screw and the wire routes up to the back of the radio

[@scottb423]

Thanks for the video, very well done!

[@pcunningham9708]

Does it still work good?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Yes it's working fine

[@bigchevy350boy]

I appreciate the video! I just picked up a 2012 Ford focus se sedan. It's got the 5-speed manual. Wicked nice little rig! Your channel has been great for doing some repairs! I'm looking into a cat back exhaust system. Do you plan on doing a video on this in the future!? I'm sure it would do well on here if so! Definitely going to order a radio like this from Amazon, this video surely makes life easy for the installation! Thanks for all you do! 💯

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

You're welcome, I'm glad it was helpful! I've never installed an aftermarket catback exhaust on any of my focuses - because of the high price. But perhaps I can delete a resonator, or something along those lines

[@arturasribcinskis8302]

My one 2016 all wires all connects is diference

[@mendivil71]

How about the Amazon link to the radio kit

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

a.co/d/3I0cNy4

[@yulix4643]

how do i fix my steering wheel volume not working

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Was it working on the factory unit? If so, make sure the wires are hooked up like in my video then write customer support

[@randalcalvert270]

Great video for if I decide to upgrade my radio down the road! 💯👏

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Awesome! Glad it was helpful

[@CaveMan_Ray]

The SP fan in me wants to drink😂😂😂

[@MrJ302_]

can you help me plz

[@MorganFisher-x8w]

my dad put one of these in my car i miss my volume dial

[@HOSKIN5]

Wish Android auto worked on it

[@daidieevans7280]

Its not dab