Replacing MIB2 USB port for CarPlay support (5G0 035 222 E / 5Q0 035 726 E)

After enabling full App-Connect (Skoda Smart Link, Seat Full Link) feature you will have new options of CarPlay, Android Auto and Mirror Link available in your car. Apparently #CarPlay needs a dedicated USB port that supports this feature. There's most likely hardware key in the USB port itself required to be recognized by MIB2 infotainment head unit.

🔍 Here's how to replace the original media ports (5G0 035 222 F) in Volkswagen Golf MK7 (5G) with upgraded one 5G0 035 222 E. Original wiring had to be modified in order to connect with new USB port.

You can buy #5G0035222E media assembly with #5Q0035726E USB port on AliExpress:

Enabling App-Connect, Smart Link, Full Link requires FEC/SWaP Codes.

0:00 Replacing MIB2 USB port in Golf MK7
0:22 Part 5G0035222E
1:12 Remove front cubby
2:12 Disconnect wiring
2:42 Comparing USB ports
3:17 Modified wiring
4:06 Test with Android Auto
4:34 Test with CarPlay
4:55 OBDeleven coding

[mrfixpl]

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[anexbm]

Thank you very much for this tutorial 😀. I was afraid to follow the steps, thinking I might break something or do something wrong. So, I went to VW, but they said it would cost 350€, which was expensive. Instead, I bought the USB port (55€) and changed it myself, and it works.

[davidconnolly]

@Mr-fix, you sir are a life saver! My wife's 2016 Alhambra, MIB2. Enabled developer mode, Installed MIB2 Toobox patch, Changed USB port and still didn't work, Bought OBDEleven, enabled the FEC/Swap codes - still wouldn't see Apple, worked perfectly with Android.
Set USB port to "ipod" and it worked perfectly.
Your videos helped every step of the way. Suggestion: link those videos in the description in that order with a "you are here!" beside the one your watching so that people see where they are in the process.

[skhalil]

Please keep posting these amazing videos round of applause from London thank you

[antunberka]

Your usb will work for music too, you have to change in 5F modul, byte 19 to USB_ipod. If its already set to USB_ipod, change it to FULL and it will work.

[nser]

Hello from Greece!! Just installed mine!! Thanks for the instructions. I changed my port and changed the usb setting with OBDeleven on my 2015 seat Leon style plus trim!! Thanks again!!

[vedranivic]

How can I check if the current USB port supports Apple (iPhone) connection? I have CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink activated, and a working USB port. Android Auto works via USB but for CarPlay iPhones do not get recognised. I was getting the "USB device not supported" error when connecting, then I tried the Byte 19 USB iPod + Adaptation fix - now the error does not appear anymore but the iPhone still doesn't get recognised.

[tgybrs]

Update:

I know that oldest usb port works with all android. Do you think that can iphone 15 work with oldest usb port(3G..)? Because new iphone has usb-c like android.

[jsmits]

Great tutorial, i have a mk7 2016 aswell. I want carplay, but i find it ridiculous that I have to pay the dealer €250, - to activate it and then to realise that i have to buy another port.

[Cwniaczek]

If the USB port is not compatible with CarPlay, when you connect your iPhone, you'll see the message 'USB: Device not supported?' The App Connect feature shows that Apple CarPlay is available, but when I connect my phone, this message appears.

[MrErnicito]

Hello I installed MIB2 Toolbox patch, did everything what you told in another video, Android Auto is working but with Apple if I put USB connector it shows "USB: device is not supported" so if I replace the USB port it will fix the problem?

[mathieuallard]

It Works! I just had a hard time to put the plastic back in the right place...

[AlexB-kvvs]

Hey like the video! You had a really awesome idea here adding some lighting inside the little cubby. Can you make a video describing how you did it?
I also have Volkswagen thinking about having it on mine.
Keep up the great work!

[Rindmann]

Thank you very much for the guide. Could you link the tool u used to lever out the unit at 01:19? 😊

[kaurvali]

The USB in media is disabled while carplay is enabled. When usb is connected but Carplay isn't turned on then the usb should be in media. At least that's how it is on 2019 Superb.

[mwkp]

Hey. I followed your excellent steps to install Toolbox and activate Car Play. My USB port appears to need replacing (USB Device Not Supported error). My vehicle is a transporter van. Which USB module would you advise for this? I did quickly look at the coding for the USB port too, and it is set to USB only, not iPhone. While I understand the port shouldn't be iPhone ready as it is, I thought I would try to change in the OBD-11. It says function not supported? Is this likely to change if the correct USB port is fitted? I don't want to order the USB port to find the OBD-11wont recode? Thanks 🙂

[Marianoramiress]

Jest jakaś metoda na wyjęcie gniazda usb w seacie Leonie? Mecze się od wczoraj a nie chce nic uszkodzić

[cgarrigosa]

Hi @Mr-fix, First of all thanks for sharing these contents which are SUPER useful for begginners like me!

I purchased the vision coding to update my infotainment device, and also changed the usb port following your tutorial. Now apple-car play still does not work, and I was wondering about the OBDeleven coding step you mention on minute 4:55. Not really sure what this refers to, is there any other video were you speak about this?
Many thanks, and congrats on the channel! 💪

[carlosaxo]

Thanks for the video. Please canyou give more details about how to update the coding? Thanks

[viacheslavgrikurov]

Hello. I have a Golf 7. I recently activated app-connect, but I need to change the USB port for my iPhone and Apple CarPlay to work. Do you think if I insert any wireless adapter for CarPlay into this old USB port, it will work? Thank you in advance.