I don’t comment on videos… pretty much ever. But this was the best walkthrough of something I’ve seen. Good job mate and thanks. I followed this tutorial and it worked flawlessly. Took an hour.

Crazy to think that the hardest part of this is running the wires from front to back. Everything else was easy thanks to the video. Thanks!

I am totally late to the upgrade game on this one because I loved the AIO tweaks and didn't want to lose touch screen while driving. Well, my digitizer started to delaminate and so I had to do work anyway and the unofficial Android Auto was too flaky...so I bit the bullet and did the upgrade. I just have to say, your video was perfect. It saved me a bunch of time with the fishing trick. I think every other video I've seen they really lead you to take more pieces off. I've seen videos with the entire dashboard off. Makes no sense. Your video was super helpful, thank you!

Just want to say thank you for your video. I held off on retrofitting my 2017 CX9 for a while. Finally decided to get it done and your video saved me a few hundred dollars. I think the longest time for me was wrapping the cord with the foam. I bought a kit of eBay for $120 and it worked fine. However, a difference I notice was that foam included was different from yours. It was more of a dense foam and it came in a roll, like masking tape. Also, my cord has noticeably less slack. It was probably, 2/3 the length of yours. Regardless, install went well and now have AA & Carplay. Thanks again!

Perfect instructions. We just completed in about an hour. No issues. Thanks so much!

You deserve a big thumb up! I followed your video and successfully upgraded my 2017 CX9. Got both Carplay and Android Auto running in two hours. Spent 130 instead of 600 at dealer. I'm not skilled with automobile stuff but your video is very detailed and thorough. Thank you and keep up the good work!

@Killobyte

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

Amazing video. You saved us all. Took me about an hour. Gave up fishing and what I did was tucked under which was tricky as well but worked in the end. At the same time that I did all this I also ran a lighting cable that comes out at the corner of the dash so my CarPlay cable is now basically hidden.

One of the best install videos that I've seen. Actual useful walkthrough

Finally got around to this install today. Your video was a great help as there are no instructions with the kit. Not going to lie, a bit of anxiety that it would work, even after making sure the firmware was ver 70 or higher... It’s working great, hope it stays that way. Side note... lots of people ask about he CX-9 reliability etc... I’m just turning 100k on mine and it’s great, no issues, everything like new except the clear coat on the wheels.

Finished the install thanks to this great video. The hardest part was pulling the cable through. Took me a little over and hour, granted I watched the video 4 times. Thanks

Fantastic video!! Thank you for that. The CarPlay kit I ordered will be here in a couple of days and you just made this install so much easier!

@Jeepin04

4 жыл бұрын

Just installed it today and only took an hour, thanks to your video!

Just finished the install on my 2018 CX-9. Great video. Almost took me longer to find and upload the latest firmware! Have been waiting for months for a 3 day weekend just to make sure I have enough time. Took me 2 hours! Thanks!

@Killobyte

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations and enjoy it!

THANK YOU!! I'm subscribing just to help you out and return the favor. The local dealership quoted $150 for parts and $400 for install. I followed your video and everything went exactly as described......$107 out of pocket in total. Wife is super happy with her CX-9 now - and I owe it to you. Your effort is very much appreciated, sir. Keep up the good work.

Just did it following your instructions to the T. Took 2 hours. Thank you!

@Killobyte

3 жыл бұрын

Grats!

Awesome video, thank you! I just bought a 2018 CX-9 and will be installing this as soon as possible.

Just finished the install and I just followed along your video. Took 2 hours because I was being extra slow and careful. This video is invaluable

@mckaysmith679

3 жыл бұрын

What vehicle do u have?

@albooga

3 жыл бұрын

@@mckaysmith679 '16 CX-9

@Healthnwellness1

Жыл бұрын

Me too this video saved me lots of $

Good video - thank you for putting it up. For anyone in Australia (or a Right Hand Drive country), still run the cable down the right side of the centre console just like he did in the video. You'll also see that there's a big silver bracket when you remove the side plastic cover which isn't in his car but that'bracket is on all RHD vehicles. The most time consuming part for me was getting a wire hanger through the correct position as it kept getting caught and then using the foam tape that came with the Mazda kit and wrapping it around the long lengths of wire and then putting a zip tie around the foam too for good measure.

@Killobyte

3 жыл бұрын

G'day mate! Glad it was helpful and thanks for the info on the RHD version!

@best1brit

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Alister K - agree - I just did this on my wifes RHD Mazda CX9 here in Australia, tried the LHS but didnt work - RHS does, had to squeeze past the big metal bracket with 'RHD' stamped on it and yes, passing the wire to the back was the most time consuming bit of the job - but all works great!

Thanks. I upgraded directly from 59.00.502 to 74.00.324. Then I leaned on this video to avoid removing entire middle console by using fishing the new cables along the side panel and to get my drop down the dash.

My kit will be delivered on Friday. Thank you for the video!

@alekznial

4 жыл бұрын

Where do you buy the kit?

Done yesterday following ur video. Just a note to others, the blue and green end should be together at one end when you are taping them together with the foam tape.

Thanks for your videos covering the firmware upgrade and the installation. FYI, I was able to remove the old hub without breaking the clips. You just need to press back on them with the screwdriver and it pops straight out.

Out f'n standing DIY video! Followed along as I did the install and only took about 40min! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@Killobyte

11 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

Just finished the install, this guide was all I needed! Thanks for saving me $400 😅

Thank you so much for the video it was really help full, specially the coat hanger trick, I fixed the audio in Australia in about 1 hour and it works every thing works fine I would recommend this to the CX9 users, excellent , Cheers Mate

Great video, followed exactly and on my CX9 it took me 2 hours (mainly because I was very careful removing pieces and was watching the video several times since I have no experience at all doing thist type of things) But if I had to do it again it would take me 45 mins. Good instructions and I appreciate the time to post this and instruct us all. It works!!!

@eddiechisolm380

Жыл бұрын

If you don't mind me asking, where did you purchase your kit?

@Healthnwellness1

Жыл бұрын

@@eddiechisolm380 Amazon carabc I believe the seller is called

@eddiechisolm380

Жыл бұрын

@@Healthnwellness1 Thank you!!!!

thanks to your video. the hardest part was just fishing the damn cables to the center console.

Excellent video. Really made me comfortable to do. Great job!!!! Thank you!!!

Just bought a 2018 CX-9 yesterday, and I plan on doing this after seeing your video. Awesome job. Thank you.

@steve2jz664

5 жыл бұрын

Just got mine yesterday.. How do u like urs so far??

Thank I just followed your video and installed on my 2016 CX9

Great video. Helped me install my Apple car play today.

Very helpful video! I took my time and got it done ✅

Worked great, thank you for the instructions!

Great video , was a breeze to install following the instructions

Thank you so much.. i followed your steps and i was successful 😊

Hey, great video! I was wondering if you were planning on making an update video on the ownership of your CX9. Maintenance, services, out of pocket expenses, wear and tear.

Perfect instructions easy and fast !!!!

Terrific how-to. Just updated my cx9 in about 2 hours total, being super careful and going slow. Worked like a charm, and saved me a lot of “blind alleys” in terms of things I thought would have worked but would have just wasted time.

@TheIacka

Жыл бұрын

Can you use the touchscreen with CP or AA while driving? I know the stock mazda screen locks you out

Installed. All good. Thank you buddy

Thanks for this video.. I just installed in my CX9 today

Thank you!!!!! You saved me some money and headache .

Thank you so much for this. You rock!

Thank you for this.

I have 2016 Mazda CX-9. But I have only 2 connectors on the back of the panel. Cables does not fit. Do I need to upgrade the panel?

great video ..you sound like Bill CLinton

Thanks dude!

is it possible to also update the Mazda Connect system in the 2016 - 2019 CX9 to the latest one that we see in CX5 for example?

Thank you very much ....

Hi, Excellent video. I'm planning do this upgrade to my wife 2018 CX-9. Her's car firmware is 59.00.504 NA N . I still need to confirm must first update will be 70.00.100A then to latest 70.00.352B. Do you know, I 'm right? After this is done, then purchase hub kit.

Thanks for the great video walkthrough. The Mazda instructions include removing the glovebox, etc to secure the cables inside the dash. Did you do that or find it unnecessary?

@Killobyte

5 жыл бұрын

I didn’t remove the glovebox, no need.

Excellent

Nice video. Thanks for posting One question. I'm guessing you didn't use sponge tape on the wires from where they come out after dropping down through the area you fished to the back? I believe the direction call for it to be used all the way back to reduce possibility of vibration noise, but not sure it's really necessary. Have you had any noise issues?

@Killobyte

4 жыл бұрын

I suggest using the sponge tape wherever possible, but we've had no noise issues.

Thanks for the video. Does the new hub support fast charging?

@Killobyte

7 ай бұрын

I don't believe it does.

Think its worth going just wired versus wireless?

Hi, I installed a Mazda factory retrofit for car play and android auto. For car play it will disconnect randomly and you need to unplug and plug in the phone again. For android auto the disconnects happen but not as often and the phone auto connects. Any ideas on what I can try? Firmware is up to date. Used oem cord. Is there a way to test the hub?

Just watched your video right after the purchase of your 2016 CX-9 and I see you still have it. Are you happy with it after all this time? How has the reliability been? Am thinking about getting a used 2016 Grand Touring and wondered if you had any thoughts.

@Killobyte

4 жыл бұрын

Very happy with it. The only issue we've had was when it started hesitating off-idle. That cleared up after using the CRC intake and turbo cleaner. kzread.info/dash/bejne/iq53k6-DocrRd5s.html

First of all thank you for the install video. But quick question is anyone else getting Mazda connect restarting? Apple car play worked great for a few weeks. Now I consistently am getting random restarts

@Killobyte

4 жыл бұрын

Try a different lightening cable first as that is the most likely cause. If that doesn't resolve it, you'll want to check all the connections between the hub and the head unit.

Thanks for this video. Did you disconnect the battery before installation? In the video it looks like some components are still running. Also, did you put the old SD card into the new hub?

@Killobyte

3 жыл бұрын

I did not disconnect the battery. The SD card does go back into the new hub once everything is installed and working.

@tristanmarshall3070

3 жыл бұрын

I figured it out, no need to disconnect battery. The old SD card is for the Mazda navigation. Anyway I followed the instructions exactly, took a little less than an hour, and Android Auto works perfectly! Thanks again for putting this video together.

Thanks for the amazing video. I now have AA in my cx9. However, the Mazda navigator no longer works. Is this typical or did something else happen?

@Killobyte

Жыл бұрын

That is not typical. It's been awhile but I believe there is a micro SD card for the Mazda Navigator. You might check it.

@curtisjohnson5427

Жыл бұрын

@@Killobyte Thanks for the reply. I removed the SD card from the old hub and plugged it into the new hub. Is there another SD card somewhere?

Hello there, thanks for you video, I did all the things you said and when I turned the car on of the first time the screen no longer working but the radio is running. Can you tell what should i look for to fix it ?

@Killobyte

5 жыл бұрын

Did you update the firmware first? If so, it sounds like a cable or two didn’t get recommended.

@MrEF-fk5cr

5 жыл бұрын

Did you ever get this fixed?

quick question, what's the difference between the NEW usb cables and the old ones? is it not just cable configuration?

@Killobyte

5 жыл бұрын

The new has two cables with one of them larger to handle the additional power required for the phone.

Wish you also showed us how you removed the side panel.

Hi I just bought a CX9, it is running OS Version 70.00.100NA N Music Database 00.08.000 Fail Safe Version 70.00.100 Do I need to do the usb update for CarPlay with my current OS Version?

@Killobyte

4 жыл бұрын

Check the USB hub for a white “phone” icon next to one of the USB ports. If you have one, you should be able to plug your phone into it and run CarPlay.

Should we remove battery negative connection before the installation?

@Killobyte

2 жыл бұрын

I did not and IMHO it's not needed.

Good video, and the process is pretty easy - except fishing that wire inside the console. Be warned, there isn't a lot of room in there, and this will definitely slow you down. More time showing this part would've been appreciated ...

I was assuming this would work wirelessly(Android carplay) and also that the USB ports would fast charge our s20 phones. Both were not true. Is that normal for everyone or did I do something wrong? Pretty easy process so I'm guessing it's just the way it is lol.

@Killobyte

Жыл бұрын

Just the way it is... :(

Justin did it in 1 hour. It's all working except for the touch. Screen working, controls working, connection and Android Auto working, but not the touch. Any clue?

@alvinmenezes9863

7 ай бұрын

park the car and put the electric break only then it works or the console control is like your joy stick when the car is in motion.

My 2016 CX9's green plug on the back of the new USB hub is different. This didn't work.

@Killobyte

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting, where did you get the new USB hub?

Hi there, Mazda cx9 2016 with software 70.00.100, ordered parts from Amazon, copied installation. Likely didn't put all together just check before and as someone here, radio plays but screen is death. What else can I do if software is up to date and cables are ok. Checked power is going to usb ports so all connections works. Please help, thx.

@Killobyte

5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like your screen didn’t get reconnected.

@MrEF-fk5cr

5 жыл бұрын

Did you ever get this fixed? Now I’m worried about doing it myself

will this be the same process for my mazda cx9 2019?

@Killobyte

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's the same as the 2016.

so car play is not wireless?

Is this unit the same thing that the dealers use? I am at a stereo shop and asked them about installing one of these and he said to basically stay away from the cheap chinese stuff bc they were either not working for long or melting. Not sure what you have here. Thx!

@Killobyte

3 жыл бұрын

He is correct, I recommended getting the kit from a Mazda dealership.

Where can I get this kit I just bought a 2016 cx9

@lifeaskiki5150

4 жыл бұрын

Amazon

Question, I upgraded the new cables and usb hub, can I still do the firmware update/flash drive etc?

@Killobyte

2 жыл бұрын

It is my understanding that you have to upgrade the firmware to 70.x or newer before installing the upgraded USB hub and cables.

@mvc2177

2 жыл бұрын

@@Killobyte I could just install the stock hardware/wires back no problem

I tried this and it hasn’t worked. Now only usb 2 works on the car. Anyone know how to fix it

@Killobyte

Жыл бұрын

Did you update the firmware before installing the new USB hub?

can i do this on my 2012 ?

@Killobyte

Жыл бұрын

I don't believe the 2012s run Mazda Connect, but if yours does, you should be able to upgrade it.

can you make a vid like this one about the mazda 2 ? thank you in advance

@chrisfree6372

4 жыл бұрын

and where is this mazda 2 supposed to come from?

150 is pretty good.

What are the parts numbers?

@Killobyte

3 жыл бұрын

Link to the kit: amzn.to/3xvBL0d Part #: TK78-66-9U0C

Good stuff, video is about 10 minutes to long but good

Hi guys where can I get a upgraded firmware

@Killobyte

Жыл бұрын

Mazda has made it very hard to find the firmware

@Desioztravelling

Жыл бұрын

@@Killobyte ok do you have it?

👏👏👏👏

2016 Mazda cx9 ok ?same procedure?

@Killobyte

4 жыл бұрын

Sherin Thomas yep, 2016 and up.

@Sherinthomas791

4 жыл бұрын

@@Killobyte thanks

So the download for the CMU update specifically says this: "CARPLAY and ADROID-AUTO WILL NEVER WORK WITHOUT THE TWO ''GENUINE MAZDA PARTS'' Finally INSTALLED Last...PERIOD" but you're linking to an amazon seller that's not selling genuine Mazda parts. My question is - did you buy Mazda parts or the parts from Amazon? Obviously the Amazon parts are cheaper..

@Killobyte

8 ай бұрын

The link in the description is to the one I used back when I did this.

Hi what about if you change the hub only and keep the old cables ? am i right ? i just purchased cx9 2020 , i do not have any idea about this , but i think i can watch KZread on my Mazda monitor ? please advice , what i will get advantage to make this new Hub , thank you for your video very useful

@Killobyte

5 жыл бұрын

CarPlay and AA require both the new hub and cables.

@sharzanco

5 жыл бұрын

Thank for advice, i I have CarPlay and my Google maps is running only but if I change the Hub can I play KZread on my Mazda monitor thank you

Thx good work, but next time, do not record the video with Nokia 3310 :D

Agh just pid $500 to have installed at Mazda

Never do this as DIY!!!!!

@walterdonach3035

2 жыл бұрын

Why not? instructions are clear, just did my own, no problem, saved about $400.00 over dealer charges.