mTrade Evoque 2015-2017 Carplay Android Auto Interface Instructions
- October 30, 2023
- mTrade
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mTrade Evoque 2015-2017 Carplay Android Auto Interface
Product Information: Installation instruction for Carplay Android Auto
interface
This installation instruction is for the Carplay Android Auto interface for Range Rover Evoque 2015-2017 with touchscreen. The interface is connected via a connection plug on the radio. No programming is necessary.
Installation Instructions
- Remove the radio by unscrewing it and pulling it forwards.
- Place the interface under the radio.
- The CarPlay interface comes approximately at the location of the red shaded compartment in the center console.
- If you have a system without a CD-player, refer to this video:
https://youtu.be/8UBlKyEJ0M8
It is estimated that it takes about 30-45 minutes of work to connect the interface. This manual has been compiled on the basis of experience and with due care. However, no rights can be derived from it. Improvement tips and tricks are always welcome and can be sent to motrade@kpnmail.nl.
Installation instruction for Carplay Android Auto interface
Range Rover Evoque 201 5-2017 with touchscreen
The interface is connected via a connection plug on the radio. It is estimated
that it takesabout 30-45 minutes of work to connect the interface. No
programming is necessary.
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Step 1 Disconnect the battery
To be on the safe side, disconnect the battery first. In that case, make sure that the locks no longer work! -
Step 2. Remove narrow plastic parts next to the center console (unplug)
Snap off both narrow plastic parts next to the center console. Two torx screws are released (size 30).-
Step 3a. System WITH CD-player (beneath the screen)
Remove center console (screws and unplug)
Remove the two torx screws (size 20) on the bottom of the center console. Then plug the center console off. Disconnect three rectangular plugs on both sides and in the middle (tabs press and pull). Note: the plug in the middle has an extra locking. First pull this (red) lock first out a bit. Set the console aside or rotate it so that you can pull the radio forward. Remove the radio (screws)
Unscrew the radio and pull it forwards. Place the interface under the radio.
The CarPlay interface comes approximately at the location of the red shaded compartment in the center console. -
Step 3b. System WITHOUT CD-player (radio beneath the passenger seat ) https://youtu.be/8UBlKyEJ0M8
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Step 4. Connect the interface (plug in)
Connect the big black connector and the videocable labeled “to OEM radio” to the radio. Connect the released video cable to the video cable labeled “to OEM monitor”. Connect the WIFI antenna, the purple and blue video plugs and the white powerplug to the interface. -
Step 5. Prepare for testing
Choose AUX as a source for sound in the OEM-system.
Remove the existing bluetooth connection with the car.
Connect the phone to the bluetooth signal of the interface and put WIFI on.
The bluetooth connection will create a WIFI-network and disconnect itself after that. -
Step 6. Test the system (operation)
Test the system with regard to graphics, sound, switching between radio and interface and reverse switching. Activate the system via the HOME button.
The dip switches are standard at 00010000 (0 = OFF, 1 is ON).
In case the display is shifted, try 000 00000 or 00001000. After modification, pull out the power plug and put it back in. -
Step 7. Close the system again (clicks, screws)
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Step 8. Enjoy!
This manual has been compiled on the basis of experience and with due care. No rights can be derived from it. Improvement tips / tricks are of course always welcome! (motrade@kpnmail.nl)
