Android Touch Screen Stereo Full Install - Replace the Fiat 500 outdated head unit. 

Cant believe I have already bought one of these and haven’t got round to fitting it yet! Can now use your info as an instruction manual! Brilliant! Thanks!

That is so cool. I was just on Google looking for a tuner that would fit perfectly in the space of my stock radio/CD, and I found this. So awesome.

I've been looking forward to this one! Nice install mate. Looks well good.

Thanks for this video. It seemed too daunting before I watched you do this. Your videos have helped me on several issues I’ve had on my 2012 Sport.

Paul I miss spoke after replying to your Facebook questions. My unit is NOT that brand but looks exactly the same . Mine however installed directly over the old vents etc . Mine is a Android and my Bluetooth is kinda a issue . Sometimes to play my phone music , RU-vid whatever , I have to press the BLUETOOTH button on the screen twice , first time says its playing but no audio , then I click the Home button and then Bluetooth AGAIN and it works . Just must be a software issue type thing

very helpfull video for anyone wanting to upgrade, nice one.

Thank you for the detail on the vents, haven't seen it explained elsewhere. I think this has pushed me over the edge away from the Xtrons units, towards the 9 inch screen ones instead.

Grate instruction, most useful. I will install today almost similar 7” on my imported 500E. I will try to connect car gps antenna and connect with build in car amplifier ( USA version) its. Cross fingers for me 😂😅 best regards from Poland

Every time I watch your clips, I love the opening.

Good selling point having either. I miss Android Auto from my BMW.

Always good Paul 👍 Though I'll stick with my CDs, too many wires for me 😂 Only thing I miss is DAB but I can live without it 🍻

Great video ! I've also done the install using this video and a few others, a few lessons learned from me: 0. Watch this video (and others) before doing anything; measure twice, cut once. 1. Total complete process took me about 3 hours; this is including everything such as unboxing, running cables through dash, run microphone cable through to the mirror, etc. 2. This video has no steering wheel controls, so that was going to be a bit of surprise; to my relief, with the Canbus box it just works 3. I did not have the problem with the antenna sticking out; there was already a 90 degree angle plug supplied. 4. Android Auto 'just works' 5. Biggest challenge was actually getting the radio and the myriad of cables back in the hole and the radio far enough back; took me a few tries. I have considered cutting away the 15 cables or so that I would never ever need (e.g. subwoofer) but decided not to do this to avoid any side effects. Anyone know if you can do this safely? 6. I did not disconnect the battery; did not need to imho 7. One remaining issue is the flickering odometer; from what I can read on the internet, seems like this will not go away (minor nuisance) 8. I've reinstalled the vents as per this video. Not sure how useful it is but I could so why not 9. I've stuck the GPS antenna on the right side of this radio within the dash; works fine. 10. I ordered the 4GB RAM / 64 GB storage with the 8 core processor; so not the top model but pretty close. Last thing you want is a laggy system, and when undertaking a project like this, you don't want to regret buying a too low-specced one. Good luck !

The little door is for access to the vent wheels. I have the same head unit!

The vent flow thing is clutch! Great thought and find!!

Hello, again. Do you have a tutorial about how to connect this same radio with a FIAT 500 that does have the volume control keys on the steering wheel? I have three connector cable bundles in my car behind the old radio. I'm not sure if the third is for an amp, or perhaps the steering wheel controls. Could really use your help. I'm on day three of trying to install.

Great video, I have the same unit as this and you mentioned in the video about no sound, I have this same issue of no sound and also what app did you have to use for the apple car play connect, I have bought this unit second hand with no instructions. Any help would be great.

Thank you for a great video! I have bought a unit like this for my previous car but quickly found out that it was draining my battery as the unit was actually "sleeping" when turned off. Unfortunately, there was no setting to make it completely turn off when the car was switched off. Have you had any issues with battery drain since installing this unit?

Hi great video I have done my car too can the steering wheel controls be connected if I change the wheel with control

Paul, where did you get the two devices to pull out the original stereo?

I have a question, how did you arrange for the multimedia to sit with the air conditioner, because I installed a 7 inch multimedia in my Fiat 500 2014 and since then I can't move the air conditioner

Good video - I installed this exact unit to my daughters Fiat 500 last Christmas. Things I found were; 1) Make sure that the lower painted part of the dashboard is protected using a cloth or something - It's very easy to scratch that when you are pulling the unit in and out. 2) Watch the edges of that cage - they are sharp. Make absolutely sure the wiring doesn't get trapped (or your fingers). 3) The hands free microphone for the phone is plugged into a flying lead that is connected to the unit. Make sure this is fully home and if necessary, wrap with insulating tape to stop it coming apart. Mine did after installation, and I had to get it all out again to see why the phone audio wasn't working. 4) I stuck the GPS antenna to the underside of the dash top, where it seems to work OK with the navigation system. My only criticisms are that there is no instructional manual that comes with the unit - you have to figure out how it works by trial and error. Also, after 12 months installed in the vehicle, the original light cream coloured plastic has now completely faded to light grey. Otherwise it works fine, and is a vast improvement over the original radio. Mine works with the steering controls, and tells you when either door is open - wrong way around though, as the firmware assumes left hand drive I guess! I didn't realise about the vents either - good spot - I will have a look at that. I just assumed (like everyone else) that the whole vent assembly has to be removed.

I was just wondering whether I could fit this in my Fiat 500 Lounge and whether I’d have to remove the blue and me altogether (mine doesn’t actually work😂)?

Hello, great video and very informative. I just fitted an almost identical unit to my daughters 2008 Fiat 500. But NO APPLE CARPLAY. Can you tell me what the App was called on the unit that you used to get it going?, as I have banged my head against a digital brick wall for the last few days trying to get CarPlay to work on it. Cheers

Hi Paul so my 500 has flashing mileage now if I get the stereo upgrade will I still need to run it through my laptop to to stop it flashing not sure what the program was called and will I still need to disconnect the blue and me thanks for any advice you have 👍

I currently have a 2015 500 cult. B&M module completely dead (removed, sent for repair, irreparable unit). Finding a similar one or same part number almost impossible. Also tried 3 other B&M modules from a 500 (2013, 2014) and diagnostic returns "not compatible". So, question is...If i fit an aftermarket stereo like the one above, Would i still need a functioning B&M module? Or would the canbus and stereo itsself prevent the flashing mileage? any idea?

Hi! I installed the same stereo but my mic isn’t working… do you have any idea how I may be able to fix it?

Hi , I have same stereo and can not get apple carplay to connect via USB android auto works fine though but apple car play just says try different USB port but there is only one USB port ? How did you connect yours please ?

Hi, I am looking to purchase a fiat 500 2012 but I already have a pioneer sph - da130dab and I'm looking for the 'fiat adapter' as such. Do you know anywhere where they sell these?

Great video. I’ve installed something similar but both USB cables don’t seem to work as they do not charge my phone whilst it’s plugged in, nor does it trigger any changes in the head unit. Any ideas why and how I can fix? I can still plug into the B&M USB port to charge but B&M kicks in and disconnects phone from head unit. Not a great option.

I installed the 10inch version of this in my daughters car. Since the the heater control console has stopped working. I ran the USB cables down the opposite side to you using a flexible cable rod. Do you think I may have knocked out a connector or is there a common issue I could check before removing the whole dash? Thanks for all the vids btw. This is my first point of call for anything 500.

Do you know how to set up the 9 in android stereo

Would you by any chance have an Amazon or ebay link to that aerial extension you used that actually fit? Thanks in advance.

Great video! I am having trouble getting my backup camera RCA cable run through my 500e. I've got it through the hatch and into the car, but from there I'm getting stuck. I want to avoid running it alongside the curtain airbags, but getting a good route down to use the door frame is giving me trouble. Any guidance would be appreciated!

Hi mate. I fitted this to daughters car and had local fiat garage do a proxy alignment without success. I continue to have flashing mileage. Any other tips for getting this figured out please

Hey! Where did you get the aerial cable that actually fits please?

Hi, I have the same video for the steering controls. Also 2 wires (key 1 and 2). Not sure if I missed it, but how do you get the steering buttons to work?

For a bizarre reason I'm under the impression ur home hifi would be separates or is it just because I think there the best 😂 but great video as per and my puma is finally ready for me now I collect it the 24th 🎉

Any idea how to get the steering controls to work?

Nice video, is your milage in the dashboard console flickering after changing the radio?

Hi, im trying to fit mine and it definitely wont go in the cage with the ariel adapter. What exactly do i need ? Hope to hear from you soon .

Hi do you have a link for the ariel adaptor you got from Amazon as my unit never came with one thank you in advance.

22:08 That little door is there to adjust the vents. This goes over the stock vents, you don't remove them.

Hi we have a similar unit installed but do not get AM radio reception...any idea why? Thanks.

Mine does not turn on. What could be? Thanks

Would it be necessary, or a good idea, to unplug the battery before doing this? Or should it be absolutely fine without? Thank you, extremely helpful. Edit: Nevermind, I just heard you suggest to do it.

FYI... You don't have to remove the vent cover to install this radio. I left my vents in, and the radio fits perfectly.

Hi, this is such an information video, unfortunately I fitted my daughter’s unit yesterday prior to see it. I realise that I haven’t put the vents back and I haven’t connected the microphone, so my daughter can hear the caller but the caller can’t hear her. Do you happen to know how I can remove the unit that is now clicked into place please? Thank you.

I have a 2013 Fiat 500 and have the same issue with the antenna adaptor being too large. Please can you add a link to the cable you bought ? Thank you. Great video.

Damn, I actually might want a little bit smaller screen that allows me to keep the air ducts working as normal XD

Hi mate. Thank you for posting your posts they are invaluable. I am in Australia and purchased one of these units 7 inch screen - all working but the buttons on the steering wheel are not operating. I have the car at a professional installer but he believes he does not have enough information on the unit to fix the problem with inactive steering wheel controls!!!!! Is there anything that you can advise me with to advise the installer ? I hope you can help me out and really appreciated. Thank you Darren

What was the app you had to instal for the apple car play? Having a nightmare figuring it out

In my case I get km flashing and until now there is no evidence of fixing this … writing proxi data it fails always ( entertainment telematics node ) timeout error … even disconnecting b&me in my case didn’t help ,, hope you as a expert can find any solution about this issue of communication between android canbus a body control module … crossing fingers

Can these aftermarket headunits cause a battery drain. My blue and me module is disconnected but am still getting a drain after a day or so?

Hi Paul, you mention that other people had issues with no sound. Does it have anything to do with the AMP wire? Or any tips?

Nice beer

Got one of these installed but it keeps killing the battery of the car. Is there resources to troubleshoot or diagnose why it keeps happening ?

Hi mate, what have I got to do for the mic bit? Cheers

Hi can you explain how to fix the no sound issue please as i cant get any sound out of mine . Thanks

Hello Paul, Have received the same radio today. Question:Where do you mounting the GPS antenne ? On the top of the cage what you mentioned in the video. And both USB. Works the microphone well ?

Hi enjoyed your video can you tell me the model number of this unit please?

Hi guys, just got the new version of this screen and the sound just don’t work.. what am I missing ??

Hi, just subscribed to your channel, thanks for such a detailed video. Could I ask which spec you went for? Would you suggest going for the top 6GB/128GB variant? Is it still working ok since you did the video? Thanks

No DAB? Why? That’s the reason for getting a new radio.

Beer check. Waffle check. Let’s get on! 😂

Does the radio work now? These cheap Chinese Android Radios are not really recommended for use by anyone. The quality control is pretty bad. They haven't been accepted into the aftermarket audio scene because of this. People usually end up replacing these with units from Alpine and Pioneer etc.

This unit seems like a terrible idea. The air should be directed around the rear of the screen oppose to just hitting it head on. Having a screen go through severe temperature changes again and again seems like it would inevitably cause damage to the screen.

Dont want to state the obvious thats why they supply the bright orange trim removal tools so you dont have to use a screwdriver to remove the air vent grill or any other trim you have to remove🤔😉

Honestly I would just stick a Bluetooth adapter into the stock stereo system and use my phone, the new stereo shown here is not much bigger than a phone besides it also hinders the way we can channel air from the AC vents. So no thanks!

not sure why you selected a fiat 500 that has NO steering wheel controls. Would have been better to select a year with steering controls to see if the canbus works with steering controls and display of radio information and song information that pops up near odometer. Your intro is great... but there are mulltiple parts of video where you do not aim camera properly and can not see what you are talking about (around the 21min mark). Did you see and edit your video before posting ? Also recommend if you learn something or are waiting for other parts... then reshoot your video after you know what you are doing.

Must be nice I plugged my In and it’s completely dead

hmm. there are better units