put the video on youtube and post that link here..

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Thought I should post seeing as i started this thread.

Now had the IDCore Unique Auto Developments CarPlay installed for a couple months.

Overall, very pleased and love having the use of the screen with purpose. I no longer have my phone on a cradle which is good for my cabin OCD!

Installation foibles of note:

- as mentioned, there’s not a lot of room behind the glove box so it is very tightly installed there and the glove box needs a FIRM push shut.
- instructions weren’t specific to the L320 so lots of alternative YouTube vids were used for research.
- the jumpers on the unit needed to be in a specific position to actually function on the screen. There were 2 different positions quoted across the initial instructions and the ‘how to update the firmware’ instructions. It turns out, the firmware update instructions contain the correct combination I required.
- initialisation of any phone requires plugging in before you can use the wireless CarPlay. Worth remembering to keep an iPhone cable hidden in case this is required.
- microphone tucks excellently and almost invisibly on top of the steering wheel mounting, beneath the speedo etc.
- can’t change the orientation of the CarPlay ‘home’ button to the right hand side. Would be nice to add to the CarPlay settings as this is easier for RHD vehicles. Some other headunits offer this.

I’d say go for it if you’re fairly confident. I’m way more ‘proud’ of the car when I get in it now

Older thread. New member. Just bought a 13 plate hse black , your help in putting in the unique auto carplay system was invauable. Especially the photos. Many thanks again

@darkangelv2,

'' can’t change the orientation of the CarPlay ‘home’ button to the right hand side. Would be nice to add to the CarPlay settings as this is easier for RHD vehicles. Some other headunits offer this.''


anything in the menu to select right hand or left hand drive cars...this 'should' change the carplay menu layout..

Has anyone fitted the Mr12volt kit? I put one in my XKR and it's excellent- Android and Carplay seamlessly integrated into the factory head unit with Bluetooth connectivity and spare inputs for front and side cameras.
They do a version for the Disco 4 and L320

I've just managed to successfully install CarPlay / Android Auto on my 2012 L320. The unit was supplied by CARABC and purchased through AliExpress - it was around £150 and took about 8 days to arrive.

Install was fairly simple, there are only 10 screws to remove (everything else is on clips) and that gets you full access behind the screen and full centre console.

I'm having some difficulty with a stable wireless CarPlay connection but I expected this going into the project, the feedback and reviews from other users sort of cover it. However, I do travel quite a bit and like my phone to stay topped up so a wired connection would be preferred anyway.

Happy to help in anyway I can for others looking to install a similar unit.

Photo below of the finish product.

Thanks!

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Have you got a link to the one you fitted?

Of course - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004770255674.html

Check out the CARABC website as well though, probably a little more expensive but you may get a better customer experience directly……not sure.

Thanks!