Installing Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in a 2003-2006 Saab 9-3!

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[@AutoAutopsy]

Hey all! Hope you enjoy the video. Unfortunately it looks like a new HDMI ribbon did not solve my air vent/signal problem 🤦🏻‍♂️ looks like I’m going to be doing some more troubleshooting before reinstalling. Moral of the story: make sure you cut your air vent!!

[@SaabUnleashed]

We'll get it sorted, don't worry :)

[@dankfred]

I used a HDMI noise filter and that pretty much fixed those issues for me!

[@user-jb1lr2jf9x]

Доброго дня скажіть скільки коштуе такий комплект і де можна замовити

[@nikdelano]

Not gonna lie, I laughed when you dropped the screw for the ICM. Not because you dropped it, but just the silence. I could hear the pain and frustration

[@AutoAutopsy]

Lmfao I had to leave that in there unedited

[@virusmaker506]

I love your channel!! I was recently gifted my mom’s 2006 Saab 9-3 and you literally have a video for EVERYTHING I want to do with the car. Love it👏🏽

[@Chadmuska64]

This is something that I was gonna do with my ICM3. Ended up selling the car before I had the chance to do it! Stewart did such an amazing job at making this look OEM!!

[@AutoAutopsy]

😁👍🏼

[@leach778]

I did mine about 6 months ago, but with android, I couldn’t get the Bluetooth to connect to my galaxy phone so just used the usb to connect my phone, it works fine and is a great bit of kit. I also cut the section off the air vent so had no problems with the hdmi ribbon. Awesome mod for any older Saab 93. Great and informative video.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks! Glad you like your kit

[@164589735]

Hey. I want do in mine to. How u did ? The display you trade for other or the original one worked touch? Thanks

[@fredbreuer5504]

Highly appreciate your detailed documentation of each step. This is exactly the best solution for my Saab MY 2006 as I've been looking for for some time. Great job - Thank you so much!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thank you!

[@IOANNISVATIKIOTIS]

This is an amazing result. Just to mention whoever tries this on his own never use longer ribbon than the one suggested. Anything more than 20cm creates problem with the signal. Also in most cases you will need a filter between the sound card and the aux to get rid of high pitch noise.

[@AutoAutopsy]

interesting...good tip!!

[@dankfred]

You have a tendency to upload a video covering exactly what I'm about to do with my 9-3. I literally just bought the components after watching his video.

[@dankfred]

The exact same thing happened when I needed to change the thermostat. I buy it, 3 days later you make a video about it.

[@CJBrown3000]

@@dankfred Happened to me days prior to buying and installing a new O2 sensor.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Hahaha

[@kallis2557]

Tjena! Håller på att grubbla djupt över huruvida jag ska beställa delarna och ge mig in i att installera detta. Då det gått två månader sen du kommenterade tänkte jag bara kolla om du skulle rekommendera detta? Måste dessutom beställa ICM3 då jag har en etta i min 9-3 ’05. Men som sagt undrar jag bara om det vore ett klokt beslut att göra detta, tacksam för svar!

[@roysolis4004]

Great video I hope he comes out with one for 2008+ There are some vents in the overhead dome light you should run your microphone to and you'll have a full factory look

[@AutoAutopsy]

@@uemackay1592 yep ^ 2007+ is much easier 😁

[@Make_Saabs_Great_Again]

I've got one of these, did go through a state of not connecting but been great apart from that. Snapped my ribbon cable putting it back in, really fragile cables. Stu did the video for the light saab sils, look awesome. He's got a massive backlog now after his post so gonna have to wait. The guy what designs then will do anything you want all custom made.

[@AutoAutopsy]

🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@S2Viss]

Oh nice. I bought an 06 9-3 aero yesterday and have been looking into this. I'm going to do this mod, but I might program the Rasp Pi myself.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Wish I had that skill. Nice 👍🏼

[@junkman6456]

Nice mod Jake. Suggest first move the headunit in, route the wiring harness, then the acc unit. With 2 fingers up and 2 down you find the perfect space for all the headunit cables. \edit this thin cable names 'flat cable or flat ribbon cable'

[@AutoAutopsy]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@crisper1614]

I have a 9-3 se convertible with the original stock head unit. I’ve been dying to do an upgrade like this. I’ve seen some people put the original Saab gps unit in the car. Takes a bit of rewiring, but hey! You get that glorious blue and red griffin on start up.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Yep 😁

[@robertchaffee1328]

Hay thanks its nice to see the younger generation appreciate the saab enegening I'm a 50 year old who worked on 900 at European auto works in Vermont for 11 years I have been through it all. I have owned saab for 16 until today a saab 9-3 in the yard yes I have done a valve job on it if I can be of any advice let me know

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thank you 👍🏼

[@jaysinp.becker4273]

I had a mint '05 9-3 turbo. Stereo replacement screwed the computer up so bad. I put stock back in, ran perfect. Went on Amazon got Bluetooth wireless FM transmitter. DO THAT BEFORE RIPPING YOUR Saaaaaab dashboard apart. Unless you're cool and need BASS that wakes the dead.

[@AutoAutopsy]

The transmitters are meh. I’d say just get the actual integrated aux or Bluetooth because that’s much better for quality!

[@dontedq]

Saab unleashed is awesome got my stereo for my 9-5 he recommended a good one hopefully he makes one for the 08 9-3

[@AutoAutopsy]

🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@atomicorang]

I don’t own a SAAB but I watched anyway. It was interesting and I think SAAB are well engineered.

[@AutoAutopsy]

thank you!

[@renewallin8517]

Jag tyckte det var kul när du vände 1a usb fel i videon och ändå mer roligt när du vände nr 2 fel...när det blev nr 3 undrade jag om detta var et prank...but stil hillarious..no apple or android. Thanks for entertaining me and many like me!

[@AutoAutopsy]

:0

[@aivarasurbanavicius9563]

Those dropped bolts can come back to hunt you if it starts to rattle while driving 😁 usually it is enough to remove side cover either passenger side or driver side and you can find the 🔩. Also small tip, you should use a towel to cover gear shifter and any other surface. These saab panels are really easy to scratch.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks for the tip! nothing has rattled so i think i'll just forget about it lol!

[@fredbreuer5504]

In such events I place one of these magnetic telescope tools next to the screws I want to take off. If there is space enough the cloth option as mentioned here I use also in advance

[@racerboy2212]

Informative video! Thanks for sharing!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks for watching!

[@igorjakubowski04]

Hi, I see that the kit is no longer available. Is there any way to buy it still. Thanks.

[@bdlii]

Great work bud!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks!

[@miroslavstanojkovic4123]

Hello, thank you for this great tutorial. I just need to ask you some questions. 1. I have ICM3 build in my car from factory. In it I have Saabs original navigation. If I do this change to my ICM3 will I lose access to my original navigation? Am guessing YES I WILL. What happens to radio? Do I have access to my radio? 2. When this modification is made with ICM3 is it connected to the audio system so the voice from the new navigation comes through cars speakers ,right? thanx in advance for the answers. best regards to you

[@zenmashofficial]

Would it be possible to retrofit a 2009 Saab 9-3 Facelift YS3F that has the regular radio (no screen) with the original SAAB GPS Navigation/Radio screen found on the newer variants of the 9-3 Facelift YS3F (2010 and up) Might be considering installing if it does.

[@yegorsolin4044]

Very nice!! 👍🏻😊 Thank you for video!!! 😊

[@AutoAutopsy]

😁

[@jamesredfern2207]

Does anyone know where to buy these

[@markaustin4370]

OMG i so need this for my 06 9-3!!!!!!!

[@jakubtropek4865]

Where I can buy this ICM3 radio now ? Thanks for your answer.

[@paulmason7624]

I’d recommend a proper soldered connection for the 12v. And an in-line fuse.

[@AutoAutopsy]

that would definitely be better! but this method should be good enough to get the job done

[@florianformanek5645]

Where can i buy it ?

[@markstorer7204]

Already following him Jacob.....he has a great replacement for my 06 on 9-5 that has a 10" screen + you can still use the factory cup holder (which is usually a problem with the large display units....he is a top bloke 👍👍👍

[@AutoAutopsy]

nice! yeah he's a genius lol

[@petarivanov8392]

I have a few ICM 3's for sale if anyone is looking for one. Work great just the original screens have some dead pixels, ideal for a conversion like this one. Great video!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks!

[@wignoggins1942]

how much

[@petarivanov8392]

@@wignoggins1942 250USD + shipping :)

[@dennischapman5318]

Have any more icm3 for sale?

[@maloytirolsky8949]

Great job!!!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks!

[@huguesvonner176]

hi any updated links ?

[@liniecki]

Good video :) I am in the process of collecting bits for my own build. How about the RBP case being just tossed inside the dashboard when it comes to its running temperature? Doesn't it overheat given it sits in a confined space, surrounded with a shell of dark/black plastic? Have you had the chance to try it out in high ambient temps (not sure what temps you get where you live in January).

[@AutoAutopsy]

I have not. I live in phoenix so it’ll get really hot during the summer. Guess we’ll see lol

[@jarvisz9881]

They dont sell it anymore on ebay. Where can i find them?

[@164589735]

Hi. U trade ur scream right? Or just puted appecarplay ? Original is not touch i guess😮

[@bryanbrown1257]

Where can u find this kit cant find On eBay

[@joevidmar3505]

Do you have a build list for this mod? I would love to do this to my 9-3! Tried reaching out to Saabunleashed but no response.

[@suspectedleaf2766]

Is there an updated link???

[@ukaszmatysek1311]

Where you bought this? This is avaible in UE?

[@hanspeters7382]

Were can i buy this set?

[@hanspeters7382]

Were i can buy this set?

[@jimbarrofficial]

Trouble with many of us with Saab's is a seemingly dead head unit that is ACTUALLY a dead Amp 1 unit under the driver's seat. This won't fix that, but it's fun to watch.

[@AutoAutopsy]

AMP1 can also be the cause of parasitic draws 👍🏼

[@26supermikey]

the ebay links in the description no longer work

[@lutzfricke1865]

Hello, I just finished my modification and I would like to ask, if it is somehow possible to reduce the brightness of the display? After putting the new display in the ICM3 the pcb-board is bend a bit, is that normal and could that cause issues?

[@AutoAutopsy]

good question. It might be best to reach out to Stuart on his channel and ask. I haven't reinstalled the unit since the cable broke, but i bet there is a way to do it

[@jacobkezerle6957]

I know you talked about 07 being able to use any aftermarket head unit but do you have any knowledge or recommendations of some that would fit close to size?

[@AutoAutopsy]

I do not :/ there’s lots of good posts and forums out there regarding it though!

[@marcusmefferd6522]

Hello! I would like to complete a conversion like this myself. Where should I start after sourcing the icm3 itself? (Which I have one being shipped currently)

[@AutoAutopsy]

I would watch some of Stuart’s videos as he shows how to actually build the unit!

[@exguru6349]

Hi from Latvia. I have a question, is it possible to install a radio from 2009 in a Saab 9-3 2003? I kind of heard that this way you can bypass the standard amplifier, but for this you need some kind of transition frame from 2009 ... what kind of transition frame is it and will it work at all?

[@AutoAutopsy]

No you can’t do that

[@koosmotormuis]

Good video! I have a problem with the original radio/navigation unit in my Saab 9-3 2007. Maybe you can help me! When the radio is on, FM, the setting will switch from FM to AUX and back again. It makes me crazy. I have cleaned the screen with alcohol but the problem persists. Do you have any idea what this is and how to fix it? Kind regards Kobus the Netherlands.👍🤠👋

[@AutoAutopsy]

im not sure! maybe you could find some good info on facebook groups about it though

[@jeffroe2523]

Wow look amazing. Was it expensive?

[@AutoAutopsy]

Kit pricing depends on what you get exactly. It’ll all linked in the description!

[@jesusbanulsmonroy2262]

Hola buenos días.. tengo un Saab 9-3 aero 2004 pero no consigo abrir el enlace para comprar el kit car play android... Ruego me lo envíes otra vez.. muchas gracias

[@AutoAutopsy]

Unfortunately the full kit is no longer available and it’ll need to be pieced together individually. My best recommendation is to reach out to Saab Unleashed YT channel for more info

[@Explore-Gobal]

Heads up: Put a towel over your shift plate or you'll be sorry. Ask me how I know, lol.

[@AutoAutopsy]

didn't scratch mine!

[@hanspeters7382]

Can i also buy an sd card with Android on it ?i have already rasperry 8gb and icm3

[@AutoAutopsy]

It should come with android auto

[@Comrade420_]

6:15 relatable, happened to me when i was changing dashboard bulbs. Also why has my gauge cluster died?

[@AutoAutopsy]

i couldn't tell you! lol; might need to get a tech2 to the car to see

[@Comrade420_]

@@AutoAutopsy yes, probably should save up for a tech 2

[@luismacias4053]

I have a Saab 9-3 from 2009, where can I buy that radio and its adapters, I live in the USA

[@AutoAutopsy]

Title and video say it's for 03-06 ONLY

[@GrockleTD]

It would be interesting to know if it could be hooked in to use the microphone from the OnStar system

[@AutoAutopsy]

hmm...seems like a lot of work for not much though :(

[@GrockleTD]

@@AutoAutopsy Oh for sure, just something i was wondering about

[@antonireszke4877]

Did something like this comes up to 9-5 NG?

[@AutoAutopsy]

No, but you can put just about any aftermarket head unit in one of those

[@russelsprouts524]

This item isn't available in the US. I looked up the seller on ebay and its not available to ship to US. Is there something I'm missing?

[@AutoAutopsy]

I would contact him directly. It should be! Sorry!

[@Ethankeenan02]

Iv got pre faclift with faclift dash If they make one for faclift dash I'll buy one but iv got stock screen n like the look of it aftermarket ones look tacky in my opinion unless it's like this one looks stock with extra features

[@AutoAutopsy]

agreed; i debated putting an aftermarket one in my TX but it was hard to find a unit that didn't look tacky!

[@ismaelolmeda5664]

HEY BRO I own a 2006 9-3 Aero 2.8 6spped JZW TUNE at 19 pounds BSR INTAKE DOWN PiPE CAT DELETE I think Im going for this upgrade Also I own a 2006 Aero 2.0t Blue Wagon Auto on that one just a BSR INTAKE And a 2008 gray sedan 2.0t all stock Next I might get my hands on a 2008 9-5 Aero Black Auto car is parked cause a Bad Starter Now my question is HOW MANY? 9-5 came manual transmission cause like 2 yeras ago I i saw one of your videos and you had a 9-5 Aero manual saying that they hard to find How many did came manual? Cause if I get that 9-5 I well lovr to make it manual THANKS MAELO from Connecticut

[@caseyalhroub4400]

Hi. Nice video but what happened to the links? Is this already obsolete?

[@AutoAutopsy]

They should work; if they don’t j would contact Stuart at Saab Unleashed by commenting on his channel

[@johnsmith-lh5ct]

Just wondering how much did it cost for Stuart to upgrade your icm3 radio for you 2003 Saab 9-3?…am trying to up grade mine with raspberry pi as well?

[@AutoAutopsy]

Unfortunately he no longer offers the complete kit due to parts becoming expensive. He has detailed videos on his channel for how to build it and what parts you need though!

[@johnsmith-lh5ct]

@@AutoAutopsy question can a icm3 from a right hand drive work in a left hand drive?…reason for asking is someone is sell one on line and they say they don’t think it will work in my 2003 Saab 9-3.

[@vindicate704]

ICM1 which is a Saab 9-3 radio without a display, is it possible to switch to that new one?

[@AutoAutopsy]

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[@leach778]

Yea the Icm3 will fit

[@SavGuarisco]

Where can I buy this unit

[@AutoAutopsy]

Unfortunately the full kit is no longer available and it’ll need to be pieced together individually. My best recommendation is to reach out to Saab Unleashed YT channel for more info

[@yoyo84598]

Could you please show us from where to buy all the parts? It’s a pity that saabunleashed don’t create these kits anymore😢.

[@AutoAutopsy]

It is :( I got it back when he still had the complete kit. I believe he has videos on his channel detailing exactly what is required

[@yoyo84598]

@@AutoAutopsy hello, thank you for the reply. Unfortunately he has only the display in description😐. But thank you for your support, and much respect for you, what you do, where you started(Not so much of an equipment).

[@thackerybrown2860]

This is great

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@ejgames4life272]

Where can I buy icm3, I'm here in Italy?

[@AutoAutopsy]

eBay, Facebook groups, parts pages

[@User_76ytrl]

Nice iike stock unit great 👍

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks 👍

[@seldimemini754]

Si mund te porositim nje kasetafon Si ai qe sho ne vidjo

[@Mr.123x]

Whats the Name of this Radio???

[@AutoAutopsy]

Did you watch the video?

[@ilhumhaque1204]

great!

[@broeheemed32]

If you dare, put the microphone under the top of the gauge cluster shroud, as far back as it will go. It reduces noise interference and is in direct line with your mug.

[@AutoAutopsy]

If it’s directly in my line of sight while driving it might bother me haha. I’ll have to mess around with that!

[@MrPcduck]

Is It possible to do this in the Netherlands?

[@AutoAutopsy]

Stuart is no longer making the kits, but if you can source the parts, I don’t see why not!

[@MrPcduck]

@@AutoAutopsy oké. And where can i get the parts?

[@merzavec8545]

Do you have a way to play music from USB stick?

[@AutoAutopsy]

What?

[@merzavec8545]

@@AutoAutopsy Mp3 on usb

[@browserrr1]

@@merzavec8545 or even better, wav files. Memory cards are so cheap these days, why bother compressing?

[@perolemichael]

Totalt awesome :-)

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@niklassuomela315]

Does it lag much? Would really like to do this mod but I’m a bit sceptical about the performance. I really don’t want to spend 600€ on a system that lags :D

[@SaabUnleashed]

Hey Niklas, I responded to your message you sent to my site but it bounced back, maybe your email address was wrong. Anyway, here's my response- In my experience, there is no real lag when using this. There's a a few videos of it in use on my channel and there are quite a few out in the wild, so you can talk to owners. If you order the kit directly from me, you can get a 10% discount from the ebay price (because I don't need to pay eBay fees and pass that saving on to you). So the cost is £504. That price also includes shipping to Finland. As long as your ICM3 works now, it doesn't matter what you have connected in your car. If you wanted to, you could leave the Pioneer in your car. You're not changing anything with this mod except for the screen of the ICM3. Stu

[@niklassuomela315]

@@SaabUnleashed Ok great, I will dm you some more about this 👍

[@AutoAutopsy]

i didn't have any issues with lag!

[@rupertorobledo4277]

How do I get Saab unleashed to do my icm3? Do I just ask? Lol

[@AutoAutopsy]

he only sells the kits, he doesn't actually make them as far as i know!

[@fazeobama8872]

this is huge

[@AutoAutopsy]

Truly massive

[@DS-nq1dg]

Thats all fine and dandy but HOW IN THE HELL DO YOU KEEP YOUR BUTTONS LOOKING SO NEW?!?!?!

[@AutoAutopsy]

hahaha, i've grabbed junkyard buttons over the years to replace them as they start to peel

[@seldimemini754]

Hello

[@wignoggins1942]

he’s all out of apple car play ones already you thinks he’s making more?

[@AutoAutopsy]

i assume so! I'd contact him directly :)

[@damianalinski4589]

For me sell radio ?:)

[@AutoAutopsy]

what

[@damianalinski4589]

@@AutoAutopsy sell icm3 modification ?

[@kylemag1139]

Hey man just wanna let you know with the map you’re doxxing yourself. Just looking out for you man

[@AutoAutopsy]

It Doesn’t show address and the streets aren’t really readable. If someone is THAT big of a creep and interested in where I live, they’ve unfortunately already probably found out lol. Thanks for heads up!

[@ryanloewke6925]

ya its cool but t's not 800 dollars cool

[@AutoAutopsy]

That’s your opinion 😂👍🏼

[@tuckaluck85]

K, now sell this to me

[@AutoAutopsy]

🤣