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😂

[@nigeljohn6676]

Thanks for the patience you have shown in this video,.. Thank you greatly.

[@lucasshibuya3907]

You're really good at explaining this. Appreciate your vibe being so calm and can do. Keep it up 😁

[@lowkey4life723]

Can you give an installation video on the backup camera

[@lukechaney8601]

love the way this dude says ok

[@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

[@zacharylorenson245]

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

[@samopfer341]

This!!!

[@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 😊

[@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

[@frederickemitchell]

👍Thanks for sharing.......Great content

[@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.

[@HOSKIN5]

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

[@brickflix4949]

How did you wire in the camera? Which wires?

[@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

[@eyeintheskydrone4k]

Do you where to connect key 1 and key 2 wire for steering controls on 2012 focus. Car only had 1 connection on back of factory radio

[@pauljanci2588]

My kid will love this in her car!

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Awesome! 👍

[@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?

[@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

[@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

[@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!!

[@I-am-L3g3nD]

will the pdc sensors still work after installation

[@markielinhart]

Good vid! Where did you place the two USB plug sockets? There’s no obvious place for them, everything else was pretty much a breeze✌️🇦🇺

[@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?

[@hyperbeasto505]

I bought the same on but for some reason the upper tweeters on the doors just don’t work after the installation, I made sure everything was plugged in correctly and everything works except the top front door speakers and it makes my music sound so bad

[@franciscomorales2699]

Any tips on turning on emergency lights

[@lisazabriskie1237]

This is super helpful. Thank you!

[@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

[@alexandrulixandre1492]

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

[@Martingamgs]

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

[@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

[@RobertColton-q1h]

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

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

You'll need to use the supplied camera

[@mirzarahman3501]

Hi great vid, I've got a similar screen, the issue I have is the power buttons, nav, menu and back buttons don't work, do you know how to fix that? I've trued setting up from the settings screen but it fails every time. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Hi that seems to be a common problem. I do think its possible your connector may have been knocked off it. Thats worth checking. and for damaged / bent pins

[@mirzarahman3501]

@BigBensCarsAndCycles thanks for the quick response, the buttons all glow so that makes me think the set up is fine. Read on a few forums a lot of playing around with wires required

[@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

[@Mazystar4sure]

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

[@heavenmag5838]

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

[@RalfeOrtiz]

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

[@IbrahimAhmed-oz7ot]

Thank you so much 🌹

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@@IbrahimAhmed-oz7ot you're welcome!

[@joesmo4536]

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

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Thanks. I'll fix that

[@omegamods5436]

Does the RCA harness have 2 sets of outputs?

[@josephsherman7344]

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

[@kevinwelsh8438]

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

[@FullFaithRepair]

I just subscribed...any experience with these cars having a loud crackle static noise through speakers even if key is off intermittently?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@@FullFaithRepair hi, thanks. And yes, that's the factory radio failing. You can pull the fuse until you install the touchscreen

[@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😊

[@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

[@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!

[@NateDieckman]

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

[@lucaslundahl3615]

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

[@menim_per_winston]

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

[@sarahrivero3934]

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

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ2meJ5uqa2Uodk

[@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

[@geeeeeee3]

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

[@ekuwam8989]

Will this work on a ford 2011

[@basketballrocks111]

Did you have to buy the lower trim separately?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

No, it came with it

[@SFVMotobike]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@samgreeneggs]

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

[@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?

[@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

[@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.

[@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)

[@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

[@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

[@kennethdavis7259]

Does the factory mic still work for calling?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Yes, it did for me

[@menim_per_winston]

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

[@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

[@fullsend6442]

Can I use the factory installed back up camera? (2016 focus hatchback)

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

@@fullsend6442 hi, it's my understanding that it can't be used with the radio

[@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

[@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 👍

[@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

[@pcunningham9708]

Does it still work good?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

Yes it's working fine

[@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

[@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.

[@mbknitrodu7690]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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?

[@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

[@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?

[@jamie1kennedy123]

Anybody tell me, my Ford Focus already has hands free phone connect (microphone). Will there be a fitting to attach it, too?

[@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

[@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?

[@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)

[@scottb423]

Thanks for the video, very well done!

[@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

[@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.

[@Priestessfly]

Does it support IPHONE CarPlay?

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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 😢

[@mendivil71]

How about the Amazon link to the radio kit

[@BigBensCarsAndCycles]

a.co/d/3I0cNy4

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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?

[@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

[@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.