Is it possible to re-configure the software or hardware in my car to use Apple Carplay. It's the Technology package level car,

 

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Thread moved from the Second Generation RL (2005-2012) Forum.

 

Currently, there is no version of the RLX that supports Apple Carplay (or Android Auto). To my knowledge - there is no anticipated upgrade to include Apple Carplay to the current generation RLX. My best bet is an anticipated 2018 MMC, which should introduce the new brand grille and I would expect this feature to be in the MMC packaging.

The RLX (and the RL) were low volume cars, so other than a few needed software fixes, there has not been any significant infotainment feature additions made to these cars during their model lifespan outside of MMCs.

 

What Does MMC stand for?

 

MMC stands for mid model change ir cycle. It is when the manufacturer does some tweaks to a car halfway through it's product cycle (typically after 3 years of introduction).

 

Whatever became of that manufacturer who was talking to us about a replacement head unit that would include either CarPlay or a mirror of the iPhone?

0_o

 

Interesting concept but reviews are very mixed. I'm not gambling.

 

In what car? A KC1 or KC2, or what?

 

Yours is the first success story that I've heard, so anything else you want to tell us about it would be appreciated.

Cost of the item, cost of installation, how well it works, *how* it works, any problems you've had....

:-)

The OEM infotainment system is so problematic, I'd love to be able to find a way around it and use the processor on the iPhone.

The only really solid use I get out of the system is the Krell Audio, for Pandora and iPod listening.

Everything else...I just don't use much anymore.

 

That's pretty cool use of the screen up top.

 

AZAEEC's posts removed??

 

Somebody must've decided it was a bad seller?

 

My DIY carplay. Done with a couple magnetic mounts and a bent piece of metal. I didn't want to damage the CD slot's felt and the magnet will come off with a hair dryer, some rubbing alcohol and floss.

 

Amazon music


Itunes. Of course everything else works too. Waze, Google maps etc. Just need a data connected ipad or a wifi ipad and bluetooth GPS device like a skypro or garmin.

 

Ipad removed


From the side


Metal bar removed


Bent metal and magnet #2

 

Ha ha ha.... :-) If it works....

The stand that I have for my iPhone is pretty solid and mounts in one of the cup holders. It can be adjusted to hold an iPad.

I've certainly used a 9.7" iPad as a substitute for the OEM Nav and it works just fine. It'll play Pandora and Amazon Music through the iOS port with pretty good HD quality.

The map is better than the Acura unit.

There are only two reasons I removed it:

(1)The weight of the iPad caused an uncomfortable wobble sometimes, distracting; and,

(2)When adjusted absolutely perfectly, it intrudes into the passenger space a little more than I'd like.

I can't blame anybody for trying a solution like yours. I sympathize completely.

 

i just ordered one for my MDX (wife mdx) which is the same as RLX, you can follow me here once i get it installed https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-mdx-.../#post16212826