Parts required to add 2018 style dual screen to base model 2015 RDX

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Old Apr 7, 2021 | 12:49 AM
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Parts required to add 2018 style dual screen to base model 2015 RDX

Can anyone tell me what parts and part numbers I would need to swap the upper center console in my base model 2015 RDX, to the dual screen setup found in the 2018 tech package RDX? Are all the components needed to make this swap possible contained in that portion of the dash? Has anyone done this swap? I've looked around in here but have yet to see anyone get a definite answer, or post their swap.


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Old Apr 12, 2021 | 11:36 PM
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Anything is possible, but you would have to have a wreaked 2016+ model sitting in your driveway to do it. These vehicles have entirely different
wiring harnesses for each model year cycle and trim level. You would probably need to remove both seats, the console, and the dash.
Or you could trade your 2015 in on a newer model. Having this dual screen set up in two Honda/Acuras, I would not bother.
The Screen can be hard to read in daylight. The NAV is beyond stupid. I just got back from a vacation and used my iPhone in a dash
holder way more. Look into using NAVTool or something. Being able to display and control your iPhone or Android device on the upper screen
would be way more useful and less expensive. (but still expensive)
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Old Apr 15, 2021 | 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by egads
Anything is possible, but you would have to have a wreaked 2016+ model sitting in your driveway to do it. These vehicles have entirely different
wiring harnesses for each model year cycle and trim level. You would probably need to remove both seats, the console, and the dash.
Or you could trade your 2015 in on a newer model. Having this dual screen set up in two Honda/Acuras, I would not bother.
The Screen can be hard to read in daylight. The NAV is beyond stupid. I just got back from a vacation and used my iPhone in a dash
holder way more. Look into using NAVTool or something. Being able to display and control your iPhone or Android device on the upper screen
would be way more useful and less expensive. (but still expensive)
Appreciate the feedback!

I haven't seen any posts responded to, but is it possible to add a larger screen to the current non-tech opening?

Would everything display properly still? I've looked at NAVtool, but it just seems pointless with such a small screen.

I know what you mean about the tech package. I test drove one before picking up the non tech, the screen was hard to read and kept shutting off.
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Old Apr 16, 2021 | 01:57 PM
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The upper screen is not any bigger on the Tech/Advanced versions. That is the only screen that displays the maps, wallpaper, MPG stuff. The lower, larger screen
is just a touch screen. It replaces all the buttons of the base model. Even with NAV, you have to use the dial to select numbers and letters to enter addresses.
even my wife's old NAV in her Honda Hybrid had a touchscreen with a keyboard. Using the dial (only when stopped, doesn't work when moving) is irritating as you scroll past the letter/number you want really easily. You can select previous destinations when moving. We bought a Tech because my wife wanted NAV. Very disappointing. However, the audio in the Tech/Advanced is worth it. 10 speakers and HD radio. (But even that needed an upgrade for one of our members)
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