Should You Put A Double Din Stereo In Your Honda Civic?
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- Опубликовано: 22 авг 2020
- In this video, Joey explains why he decided to put a double din stereo in his FN2 Type-R and explains it's key features and benefits.
The model demonstrated is the: JVC - KW-M745DBT
Massive thanks to the guys at Dynamic Sounds LTD in London for helping fit the device, check out their Website at www.dynamicsounds.co.uk
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Great video man! All the best from Canada 🇨🇦
Appreciate this man! Not a Honda owner but looking to do something similar in my KIA and was just browsing Dynamic Sounds and their kits before I found this
Glad we could assist man!
Bro you have made me make up my mind. great video, thanks for taking the time to share your experience
You're very welcome man! Glad we could help 😎
Helpful video man. Can't wait to finally get this done on my type s. Glad to hear the speakers are decent after introducing a din/pre-amp, as they sound pretty bad with the stock stereo! Peace x
Glad it's helped you - it's definitely the best daily mod I've done to the car and the speakers are great - no need to upgrade them at all even after the bass-abuse they get haha
Great vid mate, I'm all over getting one now. Thanks for sharing!
Happy days!! Glad we could help 👍
Thanks.. good review of JVC stereo for a Civic....same combo I plan to make next week
Thanks for comment man, we appreciate it!
You won't regret it at all man 👌🏾
Had my kenwood 7017 fitted at dynamic sounds, great guy who fitted it plus reverse camera too. Def best mod I've had done in terms of usefulness.
They're very, very good aren't they?!
And you're fully right, it's the best daily mod I've made on mine too 😎😎
Hi Dave,
What did it cost including the reverse camera process?
@@petrolpoodle6617 Hi, I bought the Kenwood second hand (£150), reverse camera was £120 and full fitting Inc facial and wires was (195)
@@Dav1072 thanks very much Dave 👍
@@petrolpoodle6617 you're welcome. Best upgrade I did in my fn2!
Great vid mate,you've convinced me to go for it, cheers.
Appreciated man - glad we could help 😎
Great video bro. Thanks 👌🏼
I've got a 1.8 EX with the factory sat nav screen which sits in the perfect position to glance at while driving so I don't need this but for those civics without the inbuilt sat nav. I would highly recommend this type of setup
I did try to look for one with the sat nav screen but couldn't find any in decent condition. If I got one with sat nav then it wouldn't have been possible to do this conversion I was told so, in a sense, it was a blessing in disguise haha
I was looking at upgrading my headunit and found your channel it brilliant channel guys hope you make more videos soon
Thanks man, it's really appreciated!
We are still about, just life getting in the way at the moment. This channel hasn't been forgotten 👍🏾
Put this JVC unit in my civic 2.2 CDTI Transforms the car. Asking myself why I didn't do it earlier. Had to 3d print my own custom facia to fit the civics double din cutout. Fave it that flush look
It really does set the interior off right?!
Glad you're enjoying it too - one of the best mods you can do to the car for sure
One thing I will say is I've done the single din conversion which is not as readily available to get the aftermarket dash piece. There are plenty of double din units, also you will needs connects2 otherwise you lose the clock/temp screen
Hi, great video. Do you have to plug your phone in ? Or does it work through Bluetooth instead?
Nice detailed video bro, only I feel the company you used have let you down a bit. To install the stereo, you have to remove the centre console, so they could have routed the phone cable internally to the storage box under the arm rest. Cheers for the video
I appreciate the heads up - I didn't realise you could do that at all as I haven't attempted it haha.
It may end up being one of those projects that ends up being done once I've completed absolutely everything on the car 😂
Just came across this and you convinced me so just ordered mines from Halfords. I got a type S, 11 plate. Love my car.
Awesome!! Glad we could be of assistance. It one of my favourite mods to my car for sure!!
What radio did you get?
@@jcscarculture5267 I got the Sony XAV-AX3005DB. Having it installed in 2 weeks.
Awesome - it'll really change the use and interior look of the car - believe me!
@@jcscarculture5267 thank you
@@jcscarculture5267 bro just got mine installed, makes a big difference like you said. If you have Snapchat, drop me it. I will snap my unit and my car
Hey man love this, you wouldn't happen to know anywhere in Scotland that does this would you?
Nice useful video. Can you tell me if Dynamic Sounds have also set up the audio high pass/low pass/crossover frequencies? Or did they just install the head unit without actually setting it up to the car's speaker configuration?
Thanks for the comment - it's fully appreciated!
And no they didn't but that was for two reasons - No.1 - Calum is very good with sound adjustments and equaliser settings so that wasn't a problem and No.2 - I didn't ask lool. But I'm sure they may offer a service like that if you ask them.
They're very good and worth the money for sure!!
Have got the 2007 Honda civic 2.2 diesel gt fn2 does the wire from old stereo plug in to the new head unit
What about the top screen? Is it connected? Sorry of I missed this part in the video
swap red and yellow wire in back mate it will remember all your settings then :)
Noted!!!
Thanks for the advice!
Bro if you change all 4 speakers and tweeters get mini amplifier and an understead subwoofer you can fit it in the middle at the back sound will be amazing
Only a quick question love the look and the usefulness off the stereo so people not steal them
Good video bro
Like where do you place your phone and do you need a wire for android auto /apple CarPlay or is it wireless
Will this fit a 2009 civic 1.3 hybrid,japaneese import?
Thanks for the video! It's going to take much more effort than the EP1 I had, but I'm going to have this done to my MK8 Civic. I am also installing speakers and a subwoofer. A good soundsystem, satnav, and phone integration is unmissable in a car for me. I'm likely going with an Alpine radio unit.
That's sounds like it'll be a good set up audio wise! Hope it goes well, I know these cars aren't the easiests to install a double-din in 😂
@@jcscarculture5267 Thankfully it is possible to keep the display for time and climatecontrol working. I've had a call with my local Hifi shop, and they said they can put in an adapter that allows the display to work with steeringwheel commands.
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Does the android/apple carplay work wirelessly or does it have to be plugged in?
Good video mate.. does the android auto only work with the cable ? Or will it work over bluetooth?.🤘
Thanks for the compliment man!
Mine works with the cable but you can get a Bluetooth adaptor for it to work wirelessly.
Personally I haven't done this as I like the fact that using the cable charges my phone at the same time, otherwise I'd be wireless all the way haha
Nice vid. Quick question, does installing affect any other electronics ie steering controls? Seen someone on a forum saying they lost theirs so just wanted to check as I’ve got cruise control etc which I wanna keep. Thanks
Thanks for comment man, and yes, I still have cruise control and all my functionality on steering wheel till this day 😎
@@jcscarculture5267 I’m guessing it’s cus of that £100 connect2 kit ?
Does anyone know how to set the dashboard clock up?
how his radio display are work with multimedia mine does not support
Hello can you please share the link of the air conditioner adapter and steering wheel buttons? (For the small screen)
Hi, I didn't carry out the installation, the only thing I bought myself was the radio itself, sorry.
I would look on car forums and social media groups for advice if I were you 👍
can someone tell me where to get a good double din fascia
You can get them from anywhere but I would recommend buying from a proper retailer for warranty purposes 👍
Does this mod affect the top screen above the unit? i.e. does it affect displaying the volume?
Yes, the volume is now shown on the double din screen instead of the top screen now.
It also means you can't change the time and date the way you normally would with the standard radio - but apparently there is another way of changing the time and date anyway lol. I haven't tried this yet but I'm sure if you look on forums and FN2 groups you may find what you're looking for 👍🏾
Cheers mate
Hi mate I’ve got a fk8, 9th gen civic se I want a screen but I’m confused on how you would use the imid screen that shows mpg n shit with the screen on?
Hey, I'm not sure how the workings of the screens in the FK8 work but with the FN2, I can still see my MPG perfectly fine with the double din in.
I got mine installed by a company called dynamic sounds - contact them and they should be able to assist you further. Links in the description 👍
My info display stopped working after switching radio, my harness did not include the green plugs. What now?
Ummm, I'm honestly not sure as I had an audio specialist install mine, sorry!
If you have an satnav model can you still install an android headunit only due to how do you control climate etc
Good question - I honestly am not sure about that. I've read places you can and can't have a double installed if you have a sat-nav model.
My advice to you would be to ask fellow sat bav owners on a Facebook owners page if it's possible and how they went about doing it 👍🏾
Can anyone tell me what happens to the screen above when you upgrade your stereo? Do you lose any functions of the car??
The screen above becomes obselete. It doesn't bother me as you get the correct date and time on the double din screen so it hasn't bothered me at all really...
It doesn't become obsolete, it will display time and climate control information. When they fit the steering wheel controls, you can change time with the mode and the other buttons.
Can you link the installation kit that i need for the stereo? would appreciate it
This was installed by the company linked in the description, so unfortunately I don't actually know which kit is best as it was supplied and fitted for me.
Check their website out, they're great!
What’s the perfume thing you have on your dash, doesn’t it fall off when driving?
It's car calogne (Creed aftershave in a little bottle). I stuck it on there with little command strips - as when I hung it from the rear view mirror, it used to bounce off the windscreen lol.
I've taken it off now as it ran out but it never once moved or spilt over... In case you were wondering 😂
Are the speakers standard or have you upgraded those as well?
They are standard speakers. I don't feel They need upgrading in my opinion 👍
just a question. can you use the navigation function of the stereo? isn't the sitting too low and takes away your attention off the road when you looking at it?
Do you mean if you have the satnav version of the civic??
And no, I genuinely don't find it takes my attention from the road any more than any other functions you'd find in any car, if that makes sense?
Android Auto also doesn't allow you do a load of functions at one time. It forces you to have a break between selecting certain menus which is annoying at times, but it definitely works lol.
@@jcscarculture5267 I mean like looking a bit down at your stereo satnav VS looing at your phone satnav head height for example.
Ahhhh I got you, sorry!!
I personally don't notice the difference. The size of the screen on the double din (7inches) compensates for how high you can mount your phone on the windscreen. I've never had an issue with looking at the satnav on the dash since having the double din installed or missed looking at a phone at a higher view. I definitely recommend it if you are In two minds about it!!
Where did you get the fascia from?
I got one off ebay but it didn't fit and it said I ordered the right one
Thanks
I actually paid a company called Dynamic Sounds in London to do the install for me. They supplied the fascia so it might be worth speaking to them?
There's a link to them in the description 👍🏾
Nice bro
I need your help
After installing the android system in my FN2
the top screen display which shows the A/C and the watch isn't working I can see yours is working how did you do that 😅
Truth be told, I didn't install it myself, I got a company in London called dynamic sounds Ltd to install it for me - sorry!
Try and have a look on Facebook forums, you might find a fix on there
Hey mate! You need an aftermarket wiring harness. The Civics aircon/clock cluster is powered through the head unit. I'm in Australia so this is where I purchased from: frankiesautoelectrics.com.au/aerpro-chho3c-steering-wheel-control-harness-suit-honda-civic-type-r-gen-8/?gclid=CjwKCAjwoNuGBhA8EiwAFxomAz8y4oa8z3bNnXuNqoAkEc3BMR3A-7qSLQcsMqEnNhTCeKh7olbk8RoCb5IQAvD_BwE
Good luck!
need the Connects2 steering control harness for it
how the clock display is work with the unit?
connects2 harness
Tunes!!
What’s your front dash? How did you do it?
Do you mean the double din? A company called Dynamic Sounds did the installation for me if that's what you're asking...
@@jcscarculture5267 No I was asking about front dash behind steering wheel. Just learnt it is a civic version called FN. Never heard of it before.
Ahh okay, I haven't changed anything in regards to that dash to be honest...
Have you changed yours?
@@jcscarculture5267 brother I’ve not seen it until yesterday let alone going mods.
Hello bud, how many inches is the double din?
The screen is 7 inches 👍
Hello, how much you pay for the screen and all installation ?
Ummm, I cannot remember the exact price of the radio but the installation which came with the facia was about £200.
Speak to Dynamic sounds, they can quote you for everything including the Radio 👍
Bro please what's with the suspension of this car people complain so much of it being too bumping on the road do you confirm that to be true
Haha, it is firm for sure but it isn't too bumpy for me at all.
Just make sure that the coilovers are in good condition (no leaks, there is compressions and no squeaks) and you'll be fine man 😎👍🏾
Thanks bro
Looks and sounds great. Heard a lot of people say it brings a whole new lease of life to the speakers in the FN2. r u happy with the dashboard panel change? Cus I've seen some really bad after market ones that don't come close to matching the colour and texture of the rest of the dash.
Yes it really does bring the great speakers that the FN2 has to life, they are bang on the money with that statement!
And to answer your question, yes I am really happy with the dashboard trim that was supplied with the fitting. You can't actually tell that it's an after market trim really, it's that good!!
People may say that £200 is a lot to pay for fitting, even with the panel but you get what you pay for with this. If I bought another FN2 tomorrow, I'd do exactly the same thing again.
Look up dynamic sounds in the description box, they were the guys that fitted the sound system. They supply double dins too if you don't have one already :)
Cheers for the reply, this is definitely something I'm looking at getting for my FN2 and I'll check out the guys at dynamic sounds as u sound well chuffed with the results. I know it ain't cheap but as I'm not looking to change my car anytime soon this is a must of a upgrade for the car.
It sets the car off nicely. You really, really won't regret it man, trust us :)
@@jcscarculture5267 cheers guys, great to have the steering wheel controls still working as well. Keep up the great content. 👍
Yeah i wouldn't have got it done if I lost those functions lol.
And thanks, its truly appreciated 😎👍
Are you able to change your in-car clock with this installed or no?
I believe you can but I haven't actually done this yet as I usually forget and end up checking the time on the double din itself lol
Check on Facebook groups to see if you can for certain 👍🏽
@@jcscarculture5267 ah mate cheers for the reply, I’ve watched a couple of your Civic videos and I’ve been really interested, thanks for your help man!
If I have some other questions and you have the time is it okay if I ask you?
Glad you like the vids we do and yes, of course you can ask anytime!
Did you ever manage to change the time and date? That would drive me nuts
@@maroonstarsface I think you just gotta set the in-car clock and forget it, it’ll be right half the year 🤣
So you cant set your clock in CIvic now? is it correct?
From what I was told at the time, you couldn't, but I've also read somewhere that you can change the time through using the steering wheel which I am yet to try!
@@jcscarculture5267 Cool, I've found also.
Long press MODE--> Clock
CH --> to set time
VOL --> to switch between positions
I will try next time in garage. But I have steel my original radio. Any more it was also one of the reasons, why i didn't change it till yet!
@@kiddershu384 Did you test this out yet?
@@WH250398I have original radio and it does not work. But I habe read already 4-5 times that it works. Maybe it shold be no conected original radio for this feature.
@@kiddershu384 Probably requires an adapter.
Can you tell me where you got it?
I got a company called Dynamic Sounds in London to do my installation
@@jcscarculture5267 cheers will check it out what size is your screen?
Yeah sure it was a 7inch screen. I think more precisely it is a 6.8" screen
Got my Civic ES a week ago and I'm already putting in my own head unit and subwoofer because the stock head unit sucks absolute ass.
Hi bro would this work on a honda civic type s fn1?? 2008.. I have no aux or BT and I'm dyinggg😭😭😭😭
Hahaha I feel your pain - yes it will work. There are a few people with a standard mk8 with this conversion 👍🏾
@@jcscarculture5267 cheers man this is abit of Ps but I'll probably settle for something cheaper
Yeah you don't have to splurge on the double din - you can get some android ones that are half the cost and work well. Plus if you have the patience and skill, you. Could install it yourself man 😎
Sup fam.. from Indonesia here🖐, where did you get that double din mounting? Been looking for it since last year.. hope you help me✌
Hey man, it was supplied by the company that fitted my double din for me but I'm sure there's some on ebay!!
@@jcscarculture5267 thanks a lot, have a great day!
@@felixmartin8888 Honda Civic 2006-2011 RHD Double Din Car Stereo Complete Fitting Kit CTKHD01
Its on ebay £105
How big is the actual screen mate?
It is a 7 inch screen
@@jcscarculture5267 Cheers mate, I went with the android 7 pumpkin one, good reviews but it looks smaller than yours and it's meant to be 7 inch :S
Hmmm that's strange. Do the quote the 7 inches as the actual display excluding the bezel or including it?
@@jcscarculture5267 it says screen size 7 inch. Maybe just looks smaller not installed, i'll need to get the measuring tape out lol
Loool I would too. I don't doubt it'll look and be great in the car once fitted
Can you have apple carplay with this unit?
Yes you can 👍
@@jcscarculture5267 sweet 🙏🏼
Can u pass the mot with this
Yes, I don't believe having a different radio unit affects MOT. My car recently had one and passed with it installed if that helps
Too much hassle, and i totally prefere my dash the way it is... i just have put a bluetooth usb dongle inside the armrest jack(and usb) port and i use AUX with my phone. Perfect.
u stay with ignition on all this time??...just put a wire...not to use the ignition...
Which wire do you speak of sir?
@@jcscarculture5267 red wire is for ignition...
The only problem I see with this stereo is that you can't hear sh** when the vtec kicks in ;)
Am I the only person who's thinking, what kind of Honda Civic is that!??
Hahaha how do you mean? 😂
@@jcscarculture5267 never mind I looked in the description and I looked into the car and I thought they were maybe only three renditions of the type-R! But there are more!
@@jcscarculture5267 Nice Car
I seee hahah. Yes there's a fair few now 😎
Damn jc you cute, where did u go Mayne?
You’ll find Joseph over on his new channel - J’s Driveway. Well worth a sub for more content on his car!
@@jcscarculture5267 thanks mate 💕
Wasn’t it a pain in the ass to remove the old radio hahaha
Hahaha, luckily I didn't have to go through it as I had a company install the system 😂