MINI F56 CARPLAY/ANDROID AUTO RETROFIT INSTALLATION

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Hey everyone!
In today’s video I will be showing you all how to install the Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto into your Pre-LCI MINI.
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Steps after removing the display:-
1) Remove the LVDS cable from the rear of the display and connect it to the LVDS In on the box.
2) Take the included LVDS cable and connect it from the LVDS out to the rear of the display.
3) Remove the wiring harness block from the tip of the iDrive system and attach this to the new wiring harness and then reattach the new end of the wiring harness to the top of the iDrive unit.
4) Take the end of the new wiring harness and plug this into CAN-Power
5) (Optional) Connect the USB harness to the USB socket on the box.
6) Ensure switches 1 and 2 are set to on, and switch 3 on for the 8 inch display and off for the 6 inch display.
7) Tuck all wires away and reattach trim.
Any questions please feel free to ask! I’ll do my best to answer them 😁

[@kyosukenz]

I wanted to say a HUGE thank you for this video and your update video - it really helped me immensely. Just went through this process and it was great - went pretty smoothly!

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 thank you so much for the kind words ☺️ so glad I could help. If you ever need any help or advice feel free to ask in the comments 😁

[@jacekjedraszka7102]

Hi Ben. Thanks for DIY inspiring video :) I've been through installation and recommend couple of additional hints: - screen module hook release through DEDICATED hole in upper dash - I figured it out only after playing with my fingers through MAIN hole - lost around 30 minutes nervously dragging screen and caused additional loose in hook/dash surface physical connection - space above glove box seems to be a perfect place for the module (just remove additional cover on the right/left (EUR/UK) - makes the entire job much easier) - all cables fit the length, no need to make extreme squeeze work behind a climate control panel and, additionally gives an advantage to connect USB cable and pull it through glove box back door. Leave it in glove box for god-knows-which-possible-upgrade or wired connection or cameras upgrade...:) Besides, you get further access to the module by just removing one trim cover. - for the phone to work correctly it needs to set AUX as an external connection in original idrive system - for the screen position I'd recommend 25 pixels scrap from left and right edge (in settings app) the rest works just perfect! Thanks a million

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 thanks so much, and thank you for the insight. I’m so glad it worked out for you and I must admit I’ll be taking onboard your advice, I’ll be going out shortly to adjust its location and also route the USB cable into the glove box. I am curious however, when using Wireless CarPlay I have noticed an ever so slight lag when changing songs and using both maps and Waze, I’m curious as to if this lag would be fixed if using the USB option.

[@SuperScotta]

Great video, helped me enormously and very chuffed with the result. Other than losing a spring clip from the passenger vent when I removed it, all went well. But I don’t have the scrap setting in display settings to tune this, any ideas?

[@Idontwantausernamist]

Great tips Jacek. I did what you suggest before reading it actually. The dedicated hole as you say but it wasn't much easier. It was the longest part of the install, that dreaded tab just doesn't want to move, it looks terrible after all the hitting with the screwdriver and I am not sure how i managed in the end, whether it was my pulling of the screen or the tab did move down slightly, somehow it came out. I also installed the box above the glovebox as if installed in front of the head unit I could not fit the bulky power connector behind the screen, incredibly tight if not impossible with perfect cable arrangement, above glovebox seems much better although the LVDS in from the HU is VERY tight and almost 100% stretched, but there is no other way. One question is how does one get the USB cable in the glovebox? I only found some rectangular holes at the top of the glovebox but not big enough for the USB connector to go through, is there another way in? I have left that as my final step before putting everything back together.

[@Romainfaure]

I’ve just received my kit! Will be installing it today, thanks for your tutorial mate 💪🏽

[@BenRolfe]

Fantastic! Your welcome! Good luck 😁

[@chrismueller226]

Thanks Mate! Was really simple with your tutorial!

[@ZamilMojumder]

Hi Ben, just fitted one in my f56 mini cooper. Your video was a great help. Thanks for the effort..

[@welcome741]

What were your dip switch settings? My came with all off and wouldn't work at all. Finally heard from the seller that 1 & 2 should be on. Now I have a black & white frozen screen

[@squashylemming5202]

Nice! Fantastic video, this was definitely needed. All other videos were for BMWs when I installed mine! Will link it on my reddit post

[@BenRolfe]

Glad you like it! Thank you ☺️

[@beaker2135]

Great video, I expect I’ll be doing this sooner or later. Any chance you’ll be adding a reverse camera to it? How about a PDC retrofit?

[@Alanphuphalee]

Subscribed. Your videos are very interesting. I have had my cooper s for 3 months and did the resonator delete after seeing your video :)

[@BenRolfe]

Ahh! That’s fantastic, thank you so much ☺️

[@gregasimciczorz3877]

Hello Ben. Thank you for the great video explanation. I have just one question. Did you unplug the main battery of a car, before installing carplay? Thanks

[@WhoDatTruDat]

Hi Ben! Thank you so much for your videos. I just installed the passenger sport display into my 2017 JCW. I would also like to install this carplay option as well! Should I get the same unit as yours since yours is pre LCI? Also, any issues having both the passenger display and car play installed as far as the controls go? Both operate by using the menu button if I am correct. Cheers!

[@vpatel3709]

Solid video again Ben. Quick question, do you have trouble using the steering controls when playing music through spotify. It won’t let me change to the next song on mine.

[@BenRolfe]

Thanks for the kind words 😁 I have no problems with mine. You use the up, middle and down buttons as a way to navigate CarPlay as opposed to directly changing tracks.

[@l.k.iconia6678]

Thanks Ben, that helped a lot in my install, and you're an all around entertaining guy. My unit is just the same and works well, only the volume is a bit low when I use it on cable - any thoughts? Thx again from a F54 SD guy in Germany ;) Editing this myself months later to add: The gain for the AUX/Cable input can be boosted in the original MINI menu, so all is fine. Are there software updates for this thing btw?

[@DDeGrasse]

This looks amazing, being that i have the rear camera would it still be plug and play ? And if i use my USB port in the car that I currently have for charging purposes, will it affect the usability of the carplay ? I have subscribed to your channel like 3 times not sure whats going on .... but I’ll subscribe again, excellent content brother , cheers from across the pond in Orlando,Fl.

[@scottbrown5426]

Hey Ben, awesome videos! I have a 2019 F56S with 6.5” non-touchscreen. Do you know if I can use the retrofit box? I’m confused about NBT vs EVO and LCI vs pre-LCI. Cheers!

[@nicholasr6381]

great work. I’d be too scared I’d set off the airbags lol

[@anaisgoncalves6776]

Hi Ben, thanks for this video ! Do you think it will work on my 2015 F55 Mini ? I don't know if I have a Pre-LCI or not.

[@Idontwantausernamist]

Cheers! Any tips on how to route the USB cable to the glovebox? Couldn't seem to find a way in, some cuts on the glovebox were too small for the USB connector to go through, is there another way to do this?

[@abdullahalfazari5843]

That’s great Ben 🙂🙂 I’ll order that and try it and I hope it’s going to work with 6.5 screen on my mini F55 ... you maked me happy 😃 .. I was really waiting that

[@BenRolfe]

Thank you ☺️ it will work, shouldn’t have any problems at all 😁

[@abdullahalfazari5843]

Ben Rolfe thank you so much 😊

[@abdullahalfazari5843]

Ben Rolfe just small question.. all systems will be run normally?? That is right??

[@BenRolfe]

Yeah, you can switch between CarPlay and iDrive by holding the menu button for a few seconds. Everything still works as normal

[@abdullahalfazari5843]

Ben Rolfe 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@Brad-fr9vx]

Thanks for the great video! I have a question. If you’re listening via CarPlay then leave and return to your car, does CarPlay continue or does it revert back to the drive system? Many thanks

[@diegovazquezbaglietto4284]

Hey Ben, we just installed, but I can´t make the speaker work. Also the notifications for maps are not working. Any idea what´s the problem?

[@melissahardy-giles346]

I lost my door chimes in my 2014 mini once i got my system installed and the color ring sucks right now as its dim and doesn’t even go all the way around and odd colours pop up here and there all at once while i drive…like green shows at the right hand bottom and then a purple tinge at the top all at the same time….please help!

[@everettengineers4603]

Any idea how I might retrofit if I have an F56 that doesn't have that LCD display? I think the more basic model doesn't have an LCD like that. I have the same MMI box in my 2013 BMW, though, works great!

[@katloft3088]

Hi Ben, thanks so much for this video. Managed to install, but I have found one issue. When I press the menu to go back to the idrive system, sometimes my screen just goes black and nothing works. Seems to work fine again once I’ve switched the engine off for a while. Do you have any thoughts as to what the issue could be? Thanks

[@1979georged]

Hi Ben, great vid. I've followed the link to purchase but not sure which option to buy. Can you point me to the right one please. I picked up my F54 Cooper today, and I want to fit this.

[@bryanconley6562]

Do you have a mini part number for the larger display unit? I'd like to install the bigger screen. Also, can you display how to enable the Android Auto features?

[@conchordflights]

Apparently there's a few companies out there who claim to support the Evo systems. Before buying it though, I attempted disassembly but am having the hardest time removing the headunit via the top latch. Every other part of the head unit is popped out but I chickened out because the top part just wouldn't give. Any tips?

[@jotate6590]

Hi Ben, nice video! Did you leave all switches in OFF position? In the instructions says 1 and 2 must be ON for MINI, isn’t it? Thanks a lot!

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 thank you! Switches 1, 2 and 3 have to be on for the 8.8” display and switch 3 has to be off for the 6.5” display

[@Mr.DavidBrady]

Hi Ben, I have a question. I have installed whole android head(not just the CarPlay box) and I got significant sound quality drop (my F56S equipped with harman/kardon), so I refunded the purchase. The question is - do you have sound quality decrease when you use CarPlay + streaming audio from the phone?

[@alexoliver2608]

I love that it's doable but I personally would be too scared to do it myself.

[@BenRolfe]

It’s fantastic! I’d recommend it to anyone

[@karlnicholls5500]

It’s easy to do

[@AdrianMcDaid]

I done this to my BMW i3 great upgrade

[@BenRolfe]

Such a great mod!

[@a5dsr]

Hi Ben, great video, can it be set to start in CarPlay mode or does it need enabling every time the car is started?

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 as long as you have your phone connected via cable or through WiFi it will start up automatically in CarPlay. When you start it iDrive will boot up and then will switch over automatically, takes about 5 seconds.

[@CJ-iu1qo]

I just got my first Mini. 2021 Jcw. Do you know where I can get screens compatible for that model for Android Auto specifically. Most i can find are for 2014-2016

[@matthewworrell8784]

Looks great, be interesting if MINI pick it up on warranty work.

[@BenRolfe]

Oh they will lol! Unless I turn off CarPlay on my phone they shouldn’t be able to.

[@tonyb534]

Hi Ben, Great video thank you. I have just installed mine, am i right in thinking i need to run the audio jack cable into the audio input below the climate control system, or have i missed a step somewhere. I have a spare audio cable with a 3.5mm jack on one end and 4 black connectors on the other, labled MIC-22C-DZ. Seems a shame to have a cable showing. Thanks Tony

[@BenRolfe]

Hey Tony! Thank you. No you don’t need to run the cable. I’m not sure why they included it as it’s not needed. If you go to the iDrive system and select Aux under multimedia you’ll hear the audio from the CarPlay box

[@tonyb534]

@@BenRolfe thats great, i will unplug it and see how i get on!

[@karyl372]

I don’t have the full screen like yours but I have the touchscreen without the navigation. I have a 2015 F56 S will it work?

[@georgenyman8206]

Hi Ben. Great Chanel. Do you happen to know if it’s possible to retrofit auto close door mirrors on an f56? Thanks.

[@BenRolfe]

Hey! Thank you. It is possible however you’d need to install the correct wiring harness along with doing the coding too with BimmerCode

[@ronaldlee7593]

Hey Ben - I had this installed by someone - what I noticed is that my tweeters and door speakers are not working after the installation. Do you know what might be the issue?

[@cainbutlers1]

Hi Ben, when you click on the link to purchase, it gives you different color options and ship from option eg Spain Poland China, which item do you choose and from where please. Also mine has the extra compartment, does this need to be removed and is there a video for this. Cheers

[@collapsed1]

Do you think works if I already have wireless carplay but I have an android phone and would try to get Android Auto too. It's a 2020 F54 with mini connected XL so the large screen with wireless apple carplay

[@emmawilkinson3165]

Heya, I’ve got a late 2015 Mini One with the basic orange radio - is it possible to switch it out for one of the bigger screens and if so would you say its a difficult job?

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 unfortunately this only works on the 6.5” and 8.8” display. I think swapping the display can be done but it involves coding the new one in, I think it’s rather expensive too.

[@ZamilMojumder]

Hello ben, i want to keep the box inside the glove compartment since i have got the hidden compartment on the passenger side dash. But the oem lvds cable is too short to extend it to the glove compartment. How did you extend yours?

[@BenRolfe]

Hey, I routed mine to above the glove box, there may be some room underneath the hidden compartment where you could put it. The cable seemed long enough for me, try to make sure it's not caught up anywhere.

[@haifajo]

whats the difference between mini F series and orange display also F series mini!!!??? what part is missing that prevents me from installing apple car play in my mini. Thanks

[@criiis]

I just installed mine and it went great... everything was working but I got stuck on a screen that reads “Disconnected. Reconnecting...” and I don’t know how to get rid of it. I tried “forgetting” the car from my phone’s Bluetooth settings. Is there any way to soft reset the box?? Or something?

[@CDutter613]

Will I still be able to use the USB in the dash or will I have to use the USB cable that comes with the box? I'm on the fence about getting this. I don't want to lose the usage of anything original from the car. And would it be the EVO system? I have a 2018 F56 base no nav

[@BenRolfe]

You have to use the USB connector that comes with the CarPlay box. You won’t loose any OEM functionality as all you have to do is hold menu for 1 second to go back to the iDrive system

[@riccardonulli4572]

Done all as should, but black screen only when i switch to module screen... Any suggestion? My phone recognise carplay and it's connected

[@DoktrDub]

I’m honestly really happy with the standard media xl system, but I would like to get rid of some scratches on the screen what the previous owner did

[@ritchdavies]

Hello. I ordered from the link you provided and it arrived very fast. However, it does not work. My screen stays blank and I get no power to my head unit while the new system is connected. My phone can see the CarPlay when I search for it so I guess the main unit is ok but the wiring doesnt seem to work. Should I try again, or email the seller to see what they recommend? I did email them details off my cars age etc and was told they would send the correct one. Any advice from you (or anyone else) would be a real help. cheers

[@laurentpetit2190]

hello i have à F55 and I don't the unit behind the autoradio , do yo know where is it ? thanks

[@AutoRestore1]

Nice video man. 1 question, if i have the stock reversing camera fitted on my car, i would need to fit those yellow rca cables for it? Or is there any other connection. I dont really want to lose the reversing camera or the self parking option

[@BenRolfe]

Thank you ☺️ whenever you put your car into reverse it automatically switches back to iDrive so you’d have access to your camera and reversing sensors if you have them. Once you take it out of reverse it goes back to the CarPlay system. The RCA cables are only for if you want to wire in an after market camera.

[@AutoRestore1]

@@BenRolfe thanks, i will start ordering away then.

[@legendarynoir]

Hey Ben, love your videos. I have been wanting to do this myself but was never sure whether it would fit. I have a f56 S 2019 model that only has the 6.5 inch screen with visual boost. It doesnt have the navi on. Would this fit my car? i want to be sure before I actually pull the trigger on it.

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 being the 2019 model it’s going to be hit and miss. If your iDrive interface looks like mine (the old style) then this will work, however, if your iDrive system has the new interface then unfortunately it won’t work as of yet. I think there are companies looking to adapt to the new interface but there isn’t anything as of yet.

[@legendarynoir]

@@BenRolfe Thanks for your reply Ben, my controller looks like this, found a website that has the picture www.killallchrome.co.uk/product/f56-carbon-look-idrive-control-console-panel-mini/ . my screen has the 6.5 inch with touch and mini connected and bluetooth ofcourse but no navigation and carplay, based on what i read other on other forums some say i can simply unlock it by using something like bimmercode but im not entirely sure. hoping u might have some intel on it. also how can i find out exactly which idrive system i have?

[@Roysgigs]

Even though I've got a 2018 mini clubman it only has Apple car play had a Apple phone but now I don't I am wondering if I can just put this in its place for Android ?

[@andresgracia8233]

Hi, do you can listen car radio when carplay is on screen? They can mix car radio audio with carplay audio? like listen waze indications when do you listen car radio? thanks

[@BenRolfe]

Hi, you can’t mix audio but you can listen to radio with CarPlay on the screen

[@nelsonleesberg641]

Is this compatible with the passenger sport display?

[@lilkrnboisteve]

good review! did you end up leaving the Carplay box in the glove compartment? I'm wondering if it can fit behind the screen somehow

[@BenRolfe]

I didn’t end up putting it in the glove box, it went behind the climate control area, a really snug fit but it works!

[@lilkrnboisteve]

@@BenRolfe awesome! I wish you had included that as part of this video, I would love to see a part 2 showing how you mounted it if possible :)

[@owenedgson7302]

Hey, thanks for the video, I was able to install mine incredibly quickly because of the help of your video. Quick question, did you find the audio quality for music to be better when using the USB input? (assuming you've attached that wire). I'm just trying to work out if audio quality is better via usb or the wifi option, and, if it is altogether better via either usb/bluetooth using the original IDrive system. I'm probably just imagining it, and I have changed the EQ which seemed to help, but I just don't know if music is *as* good quality as it was before. Would be interesting to hear what you've found.

[@BenRolfe]

Hey mate! I didn’t find much difference to be fair. You’ll only notice a difference when changing song. There’s a slight delay when using wireless as opposed to wired.

[@owenedgson7302]

@@BenRolfe Oh fair enough, I think I'm probably just imagining it tbh, I have sinced played around a bit more with the EQ settings to get it on the one I think suits it best, as well changing the bass level because that seems to be higher though the car play thing. Unfortunately I don't have the harman speakers that you have, just ordinary ones, albeit they're still pretty good.

[@karlnicholls5500]

Bought one myself just awaiting for it to arrive then hopefully it should be easy to fit

[@BenRolfe]

Literally plug and play! Take your time tidying up the wires snd hiding the box.

[@karlnicholls5500]

Ben Rolfe I may be messaging you when I go wrong 😂😂

[@BenRolfe]

Of course! I’m on Instagram

[@thedrivesociety]

Hey Ben! Where did you fit the big bulky black connector. I'm not even close to being able to fit it behind the screen?

[@BenRolfe]

Hey! Mine fit perfectly right behind the display.

[@steveheyer790]

Tried to code our 2015 Mini Cooper, (we have done this before), but since installing CarPlay I cannot read the ecu modules to do so. How do I disable Road Top CarPlay so coding works? (I can reconnect after)

[@billhubbard8503]

Hey Ben, You may have already answered this, but were you able to fit the Carplay box back in the dash behind the screen?

[@BenRolfe]

Hey! The box won’t fit behind the screen. I’ve only managed to locate it above the glove box in the void above there. It should also fit if you have the secret compartment

[@Marcin-Rakowski-Truck-Creation]

Hey Ben, I have a question, how is this android auto module doing? Is it smooth? maybe you would like to record a movie, how does it work, how does it activate and how do google maps work?

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 so far I haven’t had any problems. I’ll do another video over the coming weeks showing what it’s like now.

[@alankelly5830]

Hi Ben-another quick question if i may-when you have it on wireless carplay does the phone still work as before? ie all the steering wheel controls and from the original mini interface or does it all go via carplay? Needs to be super easy as my wife will not want to mess about too much Thank You

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 when using either wireless CarPlay or wired the steering wheel controls control the CarPlay interface such as navigating CarPlay and changing song tracks. I’ll try and get a video today showing this for you and I’ll upload it as unlisted to hopefully show you the controls.

[@alankelly5830]

it is really around the phone control as well that I am keen to see if possible

[@antoniofrusteri7442]

do you know if it works on a 2012 Giulietta with radionav? thank you

[@JaimeHervar]

Hey Ben, I can’t pull off the climate control it’s would be with a lot of strength? Thanks!

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 the climate control unit is very tough, it just takes a lot of force. Try pulling from the left and then right.

[@ferneyvivasoquendo1628]

donde puedo conseguir el manual de instalacion?

[@barangulsen5227]

Hey, what happens with the idrive checkbook wen i change this device?

[@simon_sjw9973]

Hi Ben is the link for the head unit still a valid item, which did you get as your head unit looks same as mine cheers in advance.

[@MsFrostycat]

Hi Ben, great video! Does this work with the heads up display?

[@BenRolfe]

Hey! Whilst it doesn’t show any info on the HUD. It will work if you have the HUD installed.

[@iphkg]

Dear Ben, I would like to ask a stupid question. I bought 2 hand hatchback 5 door which registered on Sept-2019. I would like to ask is it F56 serial ? It seems EVO system because only have 6 icon on menu screen. Is it possible to add satnav and carplay because it have not came such functions. Would you please to advise what hardwares need to buy and upgrade or give me a link. This is my first mini therefore my knowledge is very weak. Thank you so much.

[@taiwanthomas]

Do you have a updated link so i can purchase it? The one in the description depicts a display for a bmw heads up display

[@BenRolfe]

The one in the description is the correct one, it states in the title F56 MINI. The BMW’s use the same system as the MINI so they work together.

[@charlesracary3503]

hi great video I just had a question I don't have the reversing camera but I have the detectors if I go into reverse, they will work automatically ?

[@BenRolfe]

When you put it into reverse the iDrive does come back on until you then take it back out of reverse and then it goes right back to CarPlay. The detectors will still work 😁

[@charlesracary3503]

Ben Rolfe ok great so I will surely invest in this product thanks again for your video and your answer 😉😉

[@JonneyT.33]

Hi … great video great channel. Does it support IOS or is just for android. Thanks.

[@conchordflights]

Really thinking about doing this. Do you know if this will work with the LCI model? I got an F56 (2021 US/2020 UK). And does it just automatically detect if it should do carplay vs Android auto?

[@conchordflights]

Nvm I read further down the comments and looks like that's a no for now :(

[@thomaswittemans3072]

Hi Ben, I have 2 questions for you. My 2017 Mini Countryman SE Hybrid has no pins to remove the LED ring. Any idea how to get it off? Also, I would like to integrate the back up camera. For power I saw a clip where they look for the rear reverse light, cut the power cable to it and connect the camera to it. Do you think that is a good idea? I'm worried about electrical issues if it is simply connected like that. Thanks.

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 the countryman is the only MINI I’m not too familiar with so unfortunately I couldn’t really advise as to how to remove the centre ring. With regards to the rear camera, you can purchase 3rd party reversing cameras and wire them directly to the CarPlay box as this supports the correct wiring. You could either wire the camera to a permanent live so it is always on (only appears on the screen when you go into reverse) or you can wire it to the reverse light so it only comes on during reverse.

[@thomaswittemans3072]

@@BenRolfe Thanks for the reply. I will get back to you once I figured out how to remove the ring. I bought the reverse camera together with the box so that should work just fine. (Not arrived yet). I was worried a bit to simply wire it to the reverse light to avoid electrical issues but I'll try it anyway. Thanks

[@stridycraig]

Awesome vid. How much to fit one for me? Genuine question 😁

[@jackjacobson6763]

Ben thank you so much for this video! It has inspired me to do it myself and use your tutorial to do it myself, but I have two questions. 1. I have the exact same factory navigation system with the 8.8” screen, on the AliExpress link is it the CIC or the NBT system? I think it is the NBT system for us but I wanted to check with you first 2. I saw in your update video you have the box in an open space above the glovebox behind that glossy panel on the dash. I have a compartment where you finally ended up placing yours, do you have any suggestions for me since I have a second glove box there? Thank you so much and love all your videos!

[@BenRolfe]

Hey! Thank you 😊 you’ll need to order the NBT variant. I’ve heard that if you have the compartment there you’ll still be able to locate the box in the same place albeit it will be slightly tight

[@jackjacobson6763]

@@BenRolfe Thank you so much! Ordering it within the next week or so!

[@buuuuuu]

Hello!! Really nice video!! Where did you put the big electric plug(black one).It seems I cannot put screen back again because of that plug.

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 thank you! Mine went right behind the display, between the display and the iDrive system

[@buuuuuu]

@@BenRolfe I’m just trying to install it in a CLUBMAN, I think there is less room there 🙁. In any case thanks for your quick answer! Really appreciate it. 👍

[@thedrivesociety]

How do I know which one to order from the link? I have a 2016 with the 8.8 inch screen and Harman Kardon audio.

[@BenRolfe]

You’ll need the NBT one

[@gremlin2000z]

Hey thanks for the nice Video. I have ordered the same device and have installed it as you did. Die CarPlay is showen on the Display but ein can’t control it with the Controller form the car. Also when I make a call there is no sound coming over the Soundsystem. Do u have any idea or a solution for me? Thanks for your help.

[@glenmcnaughton1595]

I have the same problem. Did you get yours to work?

[@garyj2143]

Is their a specific kit/model number.?

[@CapaCern]

That’s a cool project! Been reading around trying to figure out if I could fit this into my Mini. Mine is 2015 with the 6.5” screen, I wonder if it would work. It would make such the difference on day to day usage

[@BenRolfe]

It would work! Both the 6.5” and 8.8” display in the F series will work, such a neat addition, especially if you don’t have a built in Sat-Nav! Also the audio quality is improved when playing through Spotify!

[@CapaCern]

@@BenRolfe thanks for the reply. If I could suggest something, it could have been nice to see a full reassembling instructions video. For example I wonder if you have managed to put the Apple car box behind the head unit or if you had to use some other space? Also, would can’t wait to see your review of this car play. My biggest wonder is if the box itself would update as the phone gets updates released. Again, super interested in this project, would also consider buying the part and having it retrofitted professionally. Too bad I’m based in London, I’ve been looking for some clubs around here, but no luck so far.

[@BenRolfe]

I’ll try to cover the tucking it away in the next video along with the functionality. It tucked away nearly just above the climate control unit, very tight but it works well! Also the CarPlay unit will update as your phone receives updates.

[@fabparks]

@@BenRolfe Hi Ben from the above I assume this works with the Mini Visual boost even if it is not a NAV unit - correct?

[@leemurphy4294]

Great video and helped me install this in my F56. Does anyone know if there’s a setting to make the music play when CarPlay is activated? I’m having to select “AUX” on my iDrive system every time. I have put the tick on the aux setting as instructed. Cheers in advance.

[@BenRolfe]

Aux should remain selected every time you start the car. Mine does

[@KylerZee]

Hey there- thanks so much for making this video! I'm based in the US...is there another option that you'd recommend that's based in the US? Cheers!

[@KylerZee]

Also...the price seems to have almost doubled in the past three years...dang

[@juck19]

Really toying with the idea of getting this for Christmas now instead of an induction kit😂😅

[@Deerjud2619]

Hi Ben. I tried connecting and playing around with the in and out connection and it still shows as "no signal" but the original screen is showing something

[@Alex-nj2fu]

mines doing the same thing

[@JohnnyElvisBT]

WoW... super Ben....

[@JohnnyElvisBT]

Where did you buy this?

[@BenRolfe]

Thanks John! The link is in the description 😁

[@ChristopherSpear0]

Hi mate - Have you got any links to a UK seller for these? I can see the Ali Express is now no longer being sold :(

[@BenRolfe]

Hey mate! Just updated the link, hopefully this works for you.

[@Marcin-Rakowski-Truck-Creation]

I have a small navi and a small i drive, my maps are entrynav, will this module work for my mini f54S 2016?

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 yeah, as long as you have either the smaller 6.5” display or larger 8.8” display this will work.

[@Marcin-Rakowski-Truck-Creation]

Ben Rolfe that's very good news 👍 I love you for it 😁

[@BenRolfe]

Thank you 🙏

[@ZakariyaRashid]

So I was wondering you know how the minis have the standard radio so there’s no infotainment system is there anyway I can install that into a mini and get the CarPlay?

[@BenRolfe]

Hey, there are options available on eBay and Aliexpress which swaps out the existing display for a CarPlay one.

[@ZakariyaRashid]

@@BenRolfe ah I see it’s because I have the standard base option there’s not a interactive screen or bmw I drive

[@bwmim9709]

Hi I just installed my CarPlay and it was working for a few minutes but then I tried to connect to the iPhone screen link where it just froze and when i tried to restart it , it wouldn’t come back. Please help I’m so sad and frustrated as I spent soo much time and money but idk why this happened

[@gry-kmo]

I will be doing mine soon. Did this cause any issues with the backup camera?

[@BenRolfe]

I didn’t have a backup camera with my car but if you have one pre-installed it won’t effect the function of it.

[@phillipsmith8493]

Hi Ben I have the evo lc box for a f56 mini what numbers do the toggle switches have to be on. All connected but Sat's not connected on the screen. Help please.

[@phillipsmith8493]

Ben I have a 2015 mini cooper f56. I have tried to install today but It keeps saying no signal on the screen display and the phone does not seem to automatically connect. Bluetooth and WiFi enabled and siri. Pairing code does not come on the screen and it goes blank when you press the menu button. We have no controls on the steering wheel. Have you any ideas? Thanks.

[@BenRolfe]

I think you need to switch 1 and 2 on for the 6.5” display and 1, 2 and 3 for the 8.8” display

[@neilbennett7122]

Hi Ben, going to buy this and just to confirm is it the NBT system i should order, not the CIC? Now seems to be £208!

[@BenRolfe]

Hey, yeah you’ll need the NBT version. Prices seem to fluctuate all the time depending on demand

[@leontheleeloo]

I have a F56 Cooper S, from 2019, with Visio Boost, means touchscreen and without navi. Can I also upgrade with this? Thanks and great job

[@BenRolfe]

You can do, however, this box won’t work with yours. There are others out there which will work. You may even be able to have CarPlay coded into your car

[@leontheleeloo]

@@BenRolfe Thanks for the fast response. Can u tell me what I need (if not to much work for you) to find out and what to do. Because on so many websites to many different stuff to find. Is there something existing what I need do find out, to buy, to install, to get, to do? Thanks

[@jamescurrey1381]

Did anyone need to adjust the toggles in the back of the Carplay unit on their F56 Mini? I hooked everything up and when I turned the car on, I got nothing but a blank screen. I tripple checked the connections and everything was connected correctly.

[@BenRolfe]

What’s size screen do you have?

[@ricoryatt3567]

My F56 does not include the CarPlay preparation option. Can I still add this? Thanks and great video mate!

[@BenRolfe]

If your display looks like mine or the smaller 6.5” version and features the same UI you’ll be able to install this

[@melissamobberley2086]

Hi Ben can I ask where you got the upgrade for apple play & how much it cost ? I have a countryman 2017 Cooper s & would love apple play but I know i won’t be able to fit me self lol, love videos ❤️🥰

[@BenRolfe]

Hey 👋 I got mine from AliExpress! If the link isn’t working I’ll update it shortly. The process should be the same to install it as mine. Always here if you need any tips, I’ve helped many install on theirs which has been fantastic!

[@melissamobberley2086]

@@BenRolfe hi Ben yea I seen it after I ask🤦🏼‍♀️, thank u x

[@jadro3829]

where did you put carplay box?

[@brunoresendelopes]

Congratulations for the video, I followed the steps and everything worked fine, but when answering a call, I hear the person but I can't use the microphone to speak, do you have any tips? Thank you very much in advance.

[@BenRolfe]

Hey! There should be settings within the CarPlay box to select using the car’s microphone

[@harrybennett6920]

Hi, I have a 2014 mini and it only has Bluetooth to connect my phone. Can I get CarPlay like in your video? I’m not very good with cars haha

[@BenRolfe]

Hey! As long as you have either the 6.5" display or the larger 8.8" display (the one I have), then you will be able to install this. However, if you have the smaller orange monochrome display then this is unfortunately not possible.

[@riQue850]

Hi Ben, did you also encounter problems with the OBD scan tool not being able to connect to the ECU’s in the car after installing this kit? Because both my BimmerCode and Carly now give a connection error. 🤨

[@BenRolfe]

Hey! Had no issues at all. Did some coding the other day with no faults.

[@riQue850]

@@BenRolfe alright thanks, must be something else then!

[@antonioarnasteboixadera5322]

Hey Rick! I have exactly the same problem, impossible to connect with the ECU after installing the kit... did you manage to solve it? Cheers😅