2013 Hybrid Aftermarket Stereo Install

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I’m interested in upgrading my headunit to provide CarPlay functionality.

I haven’t been able to find any threads about upgrading a hybrids headunit. Has anyone here done this and would be able to share with me your experiences and what parts you used?

Is there anything unique to the Hybrid I should be weary about when doing this install?

Appreciate any insight!


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I'm planning to move forward with this upgrade after doing more research. I'll be sure to post pictures and my experience as I go.

As of now, I'm looking at the following parts:
  • Radio Wire Harness = Metra 70-1729
  • Dash Kit = Metra 95-7882B
  • Steering Wheel button Retention = iDat-Alink Maestro HO2 T-Harness or AXXESS ASWC-1
  • OBD-II Module = Maestro ADS-MRR
  • Brake Bypass = MicroBypass Parking Brake Bypass for Alpine
  • Head Unit = Alpine iLX-107
  • Vinyl Wrap VViViD XPO Gunmetal Grey Brushed Metallic Steel (5x3 ft)
  • Antenna Adapter = Metra 40-HD11
  • Clock Retention = Metra HDCC-01 (might not need this?)
  • Back-up Camera Retention = TBD (might not be needed with Maestro)
  • USB Retention = TBD (looking like this will get deleted and will need to wire a new one)
I'm wondering if Maestro OBD-II datastream is useful at all in the Civic Hybrid or am I able to save some money by downgrading the headunit and getting cheaper modules such as AXXESS by Metra. Does anyone have any experience with Maestro in a Civic?

Also, if I'm missing anything or if I have any redundant parts, any insight from the community is always appreciated.
 
you have 3 steering wheel button options listed, so you just need 1.
ADS-MRR
iDat-Alink Maestro HO2 T-Harness
AXXESS ASWC-1

you will lose the oem usb in the armrest area. Some aftermarket radios have the option to wire in a replacement if that matters to you. Clock/backup will work in the Imid without doing anything.

others may be of more help hopefully
 
what's with the Jason Mask, didn't he chop up a few people?:flame:
 
I am replacing my head unit and Sub but it is on the SI. I am sure it should be the same as far as the steering controls and wire harness.
 
mySIck said:
Have you tried looking on Crutchfield.com
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Wow, this website is an awesome resource... would have saved me lots of time!

mySIck said:
I am replacing my head unit and Sub but it is on the SI. I am sure it should be the same as far as the steering controls and wire harness.
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Thinking I'm going to go with the "most features" installation option, which would include:
  • Dash Kit = Metra 95-7882B
  • iDat-Alink Maestro HO2 T-Harness
  • Maestro ADS-MRR
  • Antenna Adapter = Metra 40-HD11
  • Head unit = Pioneer MVH-1400NEX (that comparison feature on crutchfield saved me $300!)
Figure if I'm going to spend this much effort and money doing something might as well make it as good as I can. Now I'm not sure if I need the parking brake bypass. Do you need it to make sure the cameras work? Or is this mostly for when people are trying to watch DVDs while moving?
 
I would be lying if I told you anything. I don't know much about the audio system in our car yet. I bought the Kenwood head unit, 1000w 5 Ch amplifier, antenna Adapter, H02, woofers, tweeters and subwoofer. I just need the ADS-MRR, Amp and speaker wire kit and I should be good to test it out.
 
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