Toyota Matrix Gets Giant Radio!

[@MarminShiro]

Thank you so much for making this video! I love how detailed you went. I've been wanting to do this exact thing on my 2006 Matrix and you just gave me the confidence I needed to know it was possible! I've never modded a car before, but this seems like a really fun project! I want to install this CarPlay Radio, purchase a rearview camera and hook it up to the screen, and maybe mod the steering wheel to add steering wheel controls and hook that up to the system? Not so sure about the last part... Let me know what you think!

[@BrandonStellmach]

I am glad you enjoyed the video! I hope it helped with your install! As for steering wheel controls, I have not seen anyone do that on this generation matrix, but that seems like a great idea!

[@PrjWide4sf]

I love watching these vids as a matrix owner. totally buying the same turbo as ur corolla

[@BrandonStellmach]

Got plenty more nice videos, coming for the matrix! But the turbo has made the corolla a really fun car to drive! Cant wait to get everything dialed in on it!

[@genez2157]

I have one of those stereo for my matrix. The gps dongle goes to the front driver sode pillar. Install Karta offline gps and it works great.

[@BrandonStellmach]

That’s good to know, I typically use Apple CarPlay for GPS, so I don’t use the built in navigation.

[@vannah3284]

I have a matrix, that little spot at the bottom you're missing is actually just a little storage cupboard, not super important lol! Thank you for the video, very helpful:)

[@BrandonStellmach]

I was wondering what it was for! Will have to see if I can find another one to put in there!

[@vannah3284]

@@BrandonStellmach haha nice! Mine just randomly opens for no reason, so maybe be careful to get one that actually CLOSES 😂

[@BrandonStellmach]

@@vannah3284 😂 seems to be a problem part anyways. Might be the reason it’s not in my car!

[@vannah3284]

@@BrandonStellmach haha better off without it ig 😆👍

[@sticky4444]

i also have an 04 matrix and that part never stays in on mine either lol

[@DevisedElite]

Love to see it! After watching the video of you installing one in your corolla, I got one for mine. I did a little more looking around and found another one from Joying. Everything about it is exactly the same as idoing as far as the price, quality, and software except it has a volume knob instead of touch controls.

[@gilbertoreyes4737]

Where did you buy it ?

[@BrandonStellmach]

I have heard some good things about Joying! I have been sticking to idoing because they have been working great for me!

[@DevisedElite]

@@BrandonStellmach Idoing was a very close second for me, I love them too! The only thing that won me over to Joying was the volume knob. These head units are definitely worth the upgrade, really beats having to spend money on a new car just to get carplay and a backup camera.

[@BrandonStellmach]

@@DevisedElite yeah I agree, the volume knob would be really nice! But usually it doesn’t bother me to much because I have steering wheel controls. But this car I don’t have any, so it does suck to adjust the volume!

[@DyLemmaOG]

Curious how the screen looked in the sunlight? The one I have is not bright enough for the sun it's pretty hard to see at an angle.

[@BrandonStellmach]

The screen is very bright and can be seen good in the sunlight.

[@Meg7008]

Suggestion for the next video i recommend you use the go pro head strap

[@BrandonStellmach]

That is a good idea. I didn’t realize how far the camera was until I started editing the video!

[@sizzlelitt8846]

I clicked the link.ebay said one sold your thr only one...its dope af they make this thoim instaling a pioneer today and a rockford 10 inch sub..matrix gang❤

[@BrandonStellmach]

This unit has been pretty nice! I have had no problems with it so far! But I would love to install a sub into mine!

[@jojosamiley]

Hi, may I know the company where you bought that radio? Mine is 2013 Toyota matrix and I want that to install my car.. tnxs

[@BrandonStellmach]

This is an idoing radio. I have out the link in the description for the radio I installed.

[@allisonb9072]

This is a cool video. The toyota matrix is an excellent car that will last a very long time if you keep basic maintenance done on it. I have a first generation 2004 with 134,000 miles , and going strong, very strong. These are great cars much better than a lot of new stuff today. I say get all you can done on it because it’s worth it and will last a long time. Very common for these cars to last 3000 miles if they are taken care of.❤🎉

[@BrandonStellmach]

Thank you! I appreciate you for watching! But I do agree this generation matrix is a great and strong engine, and they will run for a very long time!

[@angl3d]

My 08 matrix has 230,973 miles on it no problem, awesome car good in gas too 👍

[@tzdo9142]

My 2005 Matrix is at 297k at the moment and still running strong. 😊

[@stevengonzalez4512]

Congrats on this big new radio for the rolla

[@BrandonStellmach]

It’s really nice upgrade compared to the old one!

[@stevengonzalez4512]

@@BrandonStellmach I just got some cheap 30 buck side skirts they look ok but not good my son says get the normal abs ones lmao I'll show you

[@BrandonStellmach]

@@stevengonzalez4512 when I had my Camry, I have a cheep front lip. I think I paid like 40-50$. It actually looked good. But was very hard to install because it was a universal 3 piece lip! But usually we will start with the cheap things and move to the nicer things if we really like it!

[@SignalChange]

Thanks for this video and the tips you used to get the clips in, what you had to saw, etc.. I was really considering this from aliexpress but wasn't sure it would fit without rattling or would be very slow. Since it had BT you should be able to install a bunch of emulators, etc, the external USB would be great for a portable drive full of movies as well.

[@BrandonStellmach]

I’m glad the video gave you the information you needed. It’s been a great radio so far. And I’m not disappointed. But this radio has plenty of features to use. But adding a portable drive with movies is a great idea!

[@terrenceconaway2267]

I have a 2008 Toyota matrix and this is exactly what I want to get put in my car. I wonder where is the best place to have this installed into my car? I just don’t want anyone to mess up my car.

[@BrandonStellmach]

I would recommend a car audio place, that specializes in radio and audio installs!

[@lemonherb1]

I noticed you have tweeters in the door by the side mirrors. This might suggest you do have an amplifier which would be under the front passenger seat I've got a 2003 Pontiac Vibe GT, and that's how it's equipped. I bought a different brand headunit on eBay and it uses the same new plastic bezel as yours, but they sent me the wrong harness, so I'll have to do some splicing too

[@BrandonStellmach]

Yeah it seemed like the 2003 and 2004 all came with a GM plug, and after that they switched to the Toyota plugs.

[@papablesspapabless1881]

The parking light that gives the backlight didn’t work on mine I find it difficult to give volume in the evening the electrics technician didn’t do a good job 😢

[@BrandonStellmach]

Dang that sucks, I would have who ever installed this take a look at the wires in the back and make sure everything is connected properly.

[@whatitisnt.]

Paint the dash, get a dash cam mirror with actual mirror screen like rexing M2, and get digital turn signal shoulder lights and your set

[@BrandonStellmach]

Those are some good ideas. Been wanting to do more with the car!

[@whatitisnt.]

@@BrandonStellmach the rexing M2 is an actual mirror screen touch screen interface and the digital power side mirrors could be swapped from a a 2022 Camry I believe

[@whatitisnt.]

@@BrandonStellmach and a dashboard carpet!!!!

[@BrandonStellmach]

@@whatitisnt. yeah I have seen the rexing mirrors. Seems nice, would like to get one. And for the mirrors I will have to look into them!

[@stevenle1760]

How's your long term opinion on this setup? I'm thinking of doing the same thing to my Matrix. Any lag when using wireless carplay?

[@BrandonStellmach]

Honestly the radio has been great! Have had these radios in several of my cars and they have to be one of the best andriod radios I have had! Sound is better, screen resolution is great and bright. And it has better internals so there is no lag. I also don’t see any lag on wireless Apple CarPlay either!

[@stevenle1760]

@@BrandonStellmach Thanks for the feedback. Your video inspired me so much I'm gonna do the upgrade to my Matrix too.

[@SaviTiv]

How would you add a back up camera

[@BrandonStellmach]

The radio comes with a wire for the backup camera. And I had installed a backup camera on my 2009 corollas, which should be very similar. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6KTqXlomMqqkK8

[@benjogulapa8513]

I installed one but the sounds turned off when i turn on my head lights do you know the problem or how to fix it?

[@BrandonStellmach]

That’s very strange, I would double check that all plugs have been put into the correct plug on the back of the radio. And make sure there is no connections that are broke as well.

[@uSonar_]

How do you make soft reset that radio?

[@BrandonStellmach]

There should be a small pin hole on the top corner of the screen. If you take a safety pin and press the small button inside for about 10 seconds it was restart the unit.

[@kaleidoskoaht]

is there a way to mute the beeping sound effect whenever you press the buttons on the monitor?

[@BrandonStellmach]

Yes, there is a setting that disabled the beep.

[@monkeyman8265]

One of the wires is power antenna which the matrix doesn’t have

[@BrandonStellmach]

Okay that makes sense! Thanks for the info!

[@youcefb1982]

Hey, Do You know which adapter is Required for a 2005 Matrix XR?

[@BrandonStellmach]

For the 2005, you should be able to use the adapter that comes with the radio. Only reason to get the other harness is if you have a 2003 or 2004, as those had a GM harness and not a Toyota harness.

[@joebolton6768]

Can you watch KZbin or Netflix while cruising? My kids would love this for long car rides

[@BrandonStellmach]

Yes you can if you stream your phone to the screen! And there should be a setting in the radio to allow video to play while driving.

[@the_tropical_bean]

If you do have an 03/04 xrs, you got the wrong bumper. That the facelift bumper for the later models. Also for the not being able to pass 7k rpms I recommend changing your lift bolts and cleaning the lift screen.

[@BrandonStellmach]

Yeah who ever owned this before me, it was in a small front end crash, and they look like they replaced it with the newer bumper because it was probably cheaper. But I plan on cleaning the loft screen soon and order loft bolts soon!

[@BonomoGaming]

Would this work on my 2011 matrix?

[@BrandonStellmach]

This radio will only work for 2003-2008. But I believe iDoing has a radio for the the second Gen matrix. If you have any questions, I would contact iDoing and send them a picture of your dash and they will help.

[@AlejandroRodriguez-sc3ny]

Thanks dude 👍🏼

[@BrandonStellmach]

I’m glad the video has helped!

[@PlayinWithMahWii]

Pretty sweet looking! How does the screen do in sunlight?

[@BrandonStellmach]

It does very well in sunlight. Screen is very bright!

[@PlayinWithMahWii]

@@BrandonStellmach Thank you! I know you have a few more videos about the Matrix on your channel, but did you ever setup a backup or dash cam with this radio? I think those features and the OBD2 support really make this headunit worth it! Definitely gonna have to consider fitting this to my car

[@BrandonStellmach]

@@PlayinWithMahWiiI have not yet, I plan to add those soon, those features are a great addition for this radio!

[@tomholton6912]

How is the sound quality compared to the OEM radio?

[@BrandonStellmach]

Compared to what was in there, it sounds much better!

[@gilbertoreyes4737]

Great video!

[@BrandonStellmach]

Thank you! 🙏

[@Moruh]

need more matrix vids maneeee

[@BrandonStellmach]

I just made a video installing some coil overs on the matrix. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJjdhGeimtR3ebM

[@davidknibbs9646]

Where did you get that setup and how much was it total cost everything. I have a 2005 Toyota matrix xr 5speed manual

[@BrandonStellmach]

It was a little over $400 for everything. It’s a great head unit. With good internals! Compared to many of the cheaper ones you can find. I have been using the iDoing radios in all my cars for the past 3 years and they have been great! But I put the links in the description!

[@ozzi-3366]

I just got a Toyota matrix as my first car and will put the same Radio as your but I was wondering if this car can have a digital speedometer?

[@BrandonStellmach]

This radio is a great upgrade! I love it! As for the digital speedometer, it all depends on if you can read the speed with the OBD2 port. And if you can then you should be able to add some type of module to get digital speeds.

[@datvik7187]

I saw someone in the Pontiac Vibe FB group swap in a Lexus IS300 steering wheel w buttons, and someone swap in a Camry steering wheel into a same generation Corolla (which shares the same architecture as the Matrix/Vibe). So it is possible 😅

[@BrandonStellmach]

That’s good to know, I might need to look into that. Would love to add steering wheel controls!

[@evan65555]

Something I always wanted to do on my matrix

[@BrandonStellmach]

This is a great upgrade! And when I add a backup camera it’s going to be really nice!

[@john-henleyst-fleurbernard3471]

When will you do a video of you putting the backup camera?

[@BrandonStellmach]

I don’t have a specific time. But hopefully soon!

[@john-henleyst-fleurbernard3471]

@@BrandonStellmach okay🤝 looking forward to see it ( I’m a beginner with all this stuff, I bought a matrix 2012 and I want to fresh it a bit)

[@BrandonStellmach]

@@john-henleyst-fleurbernard3471 that’s awesome! Well I got plenty more things I plan to do to this matrix!

[@qwe304]

I'm looking at a similar model, does the unit have a built-in amplifier that I can wire straight to the speakers or will I need a separate amp?

[@BrandonStellmach]

Well when I installed this in my car, I don’t have any external amp hooked up. Everything was good after wiring up the harness.

[@qwe304]

@@BrandonStellmach just went straight from the radio into the wiring harness? Good to know thanks.

[@sitton440]

How many outputs for amps is there 3? Looking for a head unit and really like this one, I have 3 amps in the car 1 sub 1 for highs, and 1 for mids

[@qwe304]

@@sitton440 I have a more basic model, the atoto f7 xe, has two stereo unamplified outputs, and a sub out, though you can't individually adjust EQ or high/low pass on those (except pass on sub) pretty decent for ~$175

[@gilbertoreyes4737]

where is the link to the radio? can you add it please

[@BrandonStellmach]

Sorry I forgot the links. I have update the description with the links. There are 2 links, one from eBay, and one straight from idoing website!

[@tonofrancousalavida6374]

Hi Thank you for this Wonderful video Where we can buy the Idoing radio for Toyoya Matrix 2004?

[@BrandonStellmach]

I have put the link in the description!

[@luiscervantes8513]

Do I need a harness if my car is 2006?

[@BrandonStellmach]

From what I understand. The 2003 and 2004 were the only ones that had a GM connector. All other model years should be a Toyota connector. So you should not need one.

[@luiscervantes8513]

@@BrandonStellmach thank you !

[@petroinc8258]

Looks good

[@BrandonStellmach]

Thank you! 🙏

[@hendrycarela3021]

Cómo lo puedo obtener para República Dominicana

[@BrandonStellmach]

They have an eBay link in the description. They should ship international!

[@hendrycarela3021]

@@BrandonStellmach la verdad me interesa mucho

[@hendrycarela3021]

Hay una manera de tener una comunicación con tigo ?

[@BrandonStellmach]

Instagram @justa_yota. You can send me a message.

[@tammychan7433]

Is this the same thing for a 2010 matrix?

[@BrandonStellmach]

It’s going to be slightly different for the 2010 matrix because it’s a different generation. But I do believe iDoing does sell one for your year matrix!

[@EstherDaye-gn7hq]

Does it have a backup camera

[@BrandonStellmach]

It does not come with one. But it has the option to add one!

[@samuellopez6059]

Pass me the link where you got it..

[@BrandonStellmach]

I put the links in the description.

[@samuellopez6059]

Thanks

[@avelinovaz3174]

Where do I find this radio?

[@BrandonStellmach]

I have linked the radio in the description. You can get it on eBay!

[@samuellopez6059]

I gonna do this with my Toyota matrix RX 2004❤

[@BrandonStellmach]

This is a great addition to my Matrix!

[@lomor2n]

I just installed this model too, but I can’t find steering wheel IR. Do you use external steering wheel controller? Nice sharing ^_^

[@BrandonStellmach]

I do not have steering wheel controls. Because I have not seen any matrix with them on it.

[@lomor2n]

My last radio they had infrared sensor that I bought an external steering wheel controller to control it, but when I bought this model I don't know where is the IR, maybe I bought the unfurl radio or sth. ^_^ have a nice day

[@superwalt1077]

I did this to but, my set up only cost $130. And dropped right in with no mods.

[@BrandonStellmach]

I know some of the cheaper radios don’t have that big of an amplifier, which would make it fit better!

[@MohWarrior]

wow

[@BrandonStellmach]

👍 👍

[@Pallidus_Rider]

Awesome upgrade - looks good. 03-04 has submodel for regular Corolla. If you ever route USB to the blank on left dash section, I would like to see that. I've been searching for a USB adapter for my car. For the bottom of dash console, I think that would be a mini-glove box. 🤓

[@BrandonStellmach]

Thank you! And I will look into running the USB into a blank spot in the dash! And I will have to see if I can find the mini-glove box! Never knew what it was supposed to be!

[@seanlacroix]

​@@BrandonStellmachI have a Kenwood system in my car and I ran my usb hookup to the cigarette lighter.

[@stevengonzalez4512]

Bro I'm trying to get the android one for my Camry , does the 2g and 32g one a good one ?? It's the one I can afford

[@BrandonStellmach]

It really depends on the brand of head unit you are getting. I have had dasita in my Camry, with similar specs and the radio was very slow and always lagged. But then I put a Binize in my corolla with the same specs and it ran good. If you can try to get a brand that has good reviews for the Camry. I do say the iDoing radio I had in my Camry was great! But I believe that one was 4G and 64G.

[@DyLemmaOG]

These are half the price on aliexpress

[@BrandonStellmach]

Sometimes people don’t like to order from there since the shipping might take a long time. I guess it’s more for convience.

[@ramtek2702]

$408 for a radio I never heard of? I don't think so.

[@BrandonStellmach]

They are a decent radio for the price. I have had many of the cheap $100 radios and they usually will last about and year and start giving issues. The Idoing Radios I have had for several years with no issues!

[@podnolej7784]

I don't like it pokes out too much

[@BrandonStellmach]

To be honest it’s not bad! I say to reach and see.

[@anabelemfelixguillen]

Gui

[@BrandonStellmach]

👍 👍

[@willchu]

I think it's crazy to spend $500USD on a car stereo for a 20 year old car.

[@Hallowsaw]

You think its crazy but if you keep investing 1-2k per year on this thing keeping it going, it will outlast and still be cheaper than anything you buy that is 10 years old or newer... why not keep it going? Mine is at 210k miles and shows no signs of stopping soon.

[@BrandonStellmach]

It’s much cheaper to spend a few hundred dollars on a new radio to get all the fancy things a new car has. Without having to buy a brand new car. Sure there might be some cheaper options. But this radio has really good internals and will last a long time.

[@-vstraus-]

its all to invest in a car that someone loves and cherishes. To some people its worth it.

[@annajenkins6298]

maybe bc not everyone has $20,000 to drop on a new car every 3 years. you probably don’t even have a license, child.

[@podnolej7784]

His shit paid for and not having a 800 dollar note

[@hendrycarela3021]

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[@BrandonStellmach]

Okay good! Hopefully they show you the radio you need.