Time to crack her open and get inside the network for AP2

[BigD0g]

Only caution with this approach is that the cigarette lighter is switched (so will be off when the car is off), but normally the ethernet network is still up and running. So you may want to use a non-switched power source... the little NETGEAR GS105Ev2 I have takes 12V DC directly, so should be somewhat straightforward to tap in somewhere.

[edit]I guess if you use a coupler for normal use and the switch just for hacking sessions, it should be ok.. no need to hardwire it then![/edit]

You can do 12v DC from the OBD port underneath the dash on the left hand side.

 

[BigD0g]

Hmm... Not sure. Absolutely looks like an Ethernet cable, in which case it's probably to the IC. Need some time to research

It's 100% not to the IC, only two wires connect to the IC one is power and one is mine.

 

[lunitiks]

*Facepalm* I saw it now. It's coax. Trying to figure it out. Extremely difficult, like finding a needle in a haystack

 

[lunitiks]

If I just knew the connector type (rosenberger ID), it would be a lot easier

 

[lunitiks]

Do you have working DAB / XM?

 

[BigD0g]

Time to make a quick poor mans coupler so I can drive the car when needed, waiting for a better coupler to come in Tuesday.

 

[BigD0g]

Do you have working DAB / XM?

Nope

 

[lunitiks]

Nope

Well then that's why

 

[appleguru]

Do I really need to remove the air vents to get the IC out?!

I have the lower trim off, the IC bezel off... but no idea how to get the screen out now without removing the vents (Which seems like a huge PITA??)

 

[BigD0g]

Do I really need to remove the air vents to get the IC out?!

I have the lower trim off, the IC bezel off... but no idea how to get the screen out now without removing the vents (Which seems like a huge PITA??)

Yes you do, and that right one is a pita

 

[BigD0g]

, now for a test drive

 

[appleguru]

Yes you do, and that right one is a pita

I understand why the local sc has those blow up bags they use now... wish I bought one!

 

[lunitiks]

I understand why the local sc has those blow up bags they use now... wish I bought one!

"The top screw that secures the vent is underneath the top pad. It is necessary to release the center clips on the top pad in order to access the screw. If possible, use an inflatable wedge. Be very careful not to bend the top pad."

 

[appleguru]

"The top screw that secures the vent is underneath the top pad. It is necessary to release the center clips on the top pad in order to access the screw. If possible, use an inflatable wedge. Be very careful not to bend the top pad."

Thanks. Got that screw out, and the one on the bottom... how the heck does this come out now? Been tugging; doesn’t want to budge!

 

[lunitiks]

You have to remove the trim below that vent. Screws and clips

 

[lunitiks]

Also, remember to lower your steering wheel column, and remove the gap hider under the IC.

 

[BigD0g]

It's got a set of automotive clips on it, you need to use pry tool and apply some force.

 

[lunitiks]

The IC is secured to the black IP carrier with 4 screws - one in each corner

 

[appleguru]

Both of those are done. Looks like this now:

Clip seems to come up on the left no problem, but whatever is holding it on the right by the big screen doesn’t want to budge... any tips?

 

[BigD0g]

Both of those are done. Looks like this now:
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Clip seems to come up on the left no problem, but whatever is holding it on the right by the big screen doesn’t want to budge... any tips?

There is a series of automotive clips along the ride side going counter clockwise from the bottom. Loosen the bottom right and get it out just enough so you can insert your pry tool on the right side between the silver bezel and the air vent. Just be careful to not bend the silver bezel piece, but it will come, you just need to loosen those darn automotive clips.