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Upgrade 2012-2015 VW Volkswagen Polo Factory Radio to Touch Screen Carplay Head Unit

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If you are still using the old button-operated factory radio in your Volkswagen Polo, you lost much fun. That’s same to you use an old Nokia while other use big screen Apple phone. You won’t know how’s amazing having large screen head unit until you get one for your loved vehicle.

Whether you are replace the factory radio now or later, you can take a look at this post about how to install touch screen radio to 2012 2013 2014 2015 VW Volkswagen Polo. It’s not difficult, most people can do it themselves.

Section 1, Install Touch Screen Radio to 2012-2015 VW Polo

Important Notes,

  1. Prepare toolbox: Plastic pry tools, screwdrivers, cable ties, tapes etc.
  2. Safety tip: Power off the car battery before working on the radio system.

1, Use the plastic pry tool to remove the frame of the radio system.

2, You’ll see 4 screws that fixed the radio unit. Remove them.

3, So you can pull out the main unit, unplug the connectors.

4, Next, you can connect the new cables of the new Volkswagen Polo Android radio to the car. Make sure they are correctly connected.

5, Connect the new screen to the car via the new cables. The interfaces are different,  they are easy to distinguish and connect well.

6, Install the new screen well.

7, Turn on the car to check whether it works normally. When there are problems, you are advised to double check the wiring conditions, or ask sellers for assistant.

Section 2, Having Wonderful Drive with Big Screen Radio

Compared to the old radio, the new touch screen radio head unit provides various amazing functions and features.

  • It’s made of 9-inch touch screen, you can see everything clearly. On the other hand, it’s equipped with Android 10 system and high quality CPU, offering fast respond and smooth operation.
  • You can apply Carplay/Android Auto in the unit. This function allows you to use the phone applications such as contact, maps, music etc on the radio screen freely and conveniently, also helping improve driving safety.
  • Having a big screen, you can connect rear view camera to help you park car well. The screen will automatically switch to the rear images every time when you reverse and park the vehicle, so you can see clearly the rear situation to avoid any possible accident.
  • As to entertainment, it also offers different ways. You can enjoy high quality Bluetooth music, you can listen to real-time FM/AM radio, you can watch 1080P videos, you can also access the Internet to visit different website. Never get boring on a long drive!

How to Install Big Screen Radio Head Unit to Porsche Cayenne 2003-2011?

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If you decide to get and DIY install the touch screen Android radio to 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 Porsche Cayenne, here you can find the detailed and reliable installation instructions. Are you ready for that?

Important Preparation Information

Basic Tools: Plastic pry tool and screwdriver.

A Safety Tip: Power off the car batter before working.

Removal & Installation Steps

1, Carefully pry to remove the plastic frame.

2, Remove all the screws that fix the main unit.

3, Pull out the unit.

4, You can see that there are various wiring cables, we need to unplug them all from the unit.

5, Reconnect to the car via new cables of the aftermarket touch screen radio.

6, Then connect the new radio head unit.

7, Put the new radio to the dashboard.

8, Turn on the car to test whether it functions well.

You Can Enjoy Wonderful Drive

With the big screen head unit, your drive must be greatly different.

There are various amazing functions offered by the Android radio system, including:

Playing Bluetooth Music – It’s built-in Bluetooth module, you can directly connect your phone to the radio via Bluetooth, then you can play phone music. Just enjoy your favorite playlist whenever wherever you go.

Applying Carplay/Android Auto – This function gives you the safest way to play phone when driving. Once you apply the Carplay, the radio acts as your phone, you can use phone applications freely on the radio screen, such as phone map, phone music, contact books etc.

Connecting Backup Camera – Will you be able to park car well just with the help of the front mirrors? The new radio makes car parking easier and safer. After installing car cameras, images from the radio display show situations clearly, assisting you park the car quickly.

Watching 1080P Videos – On one hand, you can insert a USB memory card to play videos. On the other hand, you can connect WIFI to access the Internet to watch Youtube videos or movies online. With the 1080P resolution, get perfect viewing experience.

In fact, you can use more other functions than above mentioned. Compared to the original button-operated radio, the aftermarket touch screen radio makes our driving better.