The Carlinkit 4.0 Adapter for Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto adds wireless connectivity to an existing wired-only CarPlay audio system.
No need to spend thousands of dollars on a new head unit for your car console.
This little adapter solves a very common annoyance for many iOS CarPlay and Android Auto users.
- Have we tested it? You bet!
- Works great with most factory wired car head units (see compatibility below).
Features
- Hassle-free automatic wireless connectivity.
- simply plug adapter into USB-A or USB-C port of car audio system.
- see Watch Video section for wireless device pairing and mobile phone setup.
- Integrates with most existing car head unit operation.
- e.g. built-in steering wheel buttons / volume knobs / touch screen interaction etc.
- Anti-fingerprint carbon fibre pattern surface.
- OTA (over-the-air) firmware upgradeable.
- Includes 12 months warranty.
Compatibility
- Only connect Carlinkit adapter to original car audio systems:
- with existing factory wired CarPlay functionality.
- existing wired Android Auto systems not supported.
- see Carlinkit 5.0 adapter for more info.
- manufactured from 2016 to 2023.
- Volvo / Dodge / Polestar models currently not supported.
- For CarPlay users:
- supports iPhone 6 (or higher) running iOS 10 (or higher).
- For Android Auto users:
- wired connection requires phone:
- running Android 6.0 (or higher).
- wireless connection requires phone:
- running Android 10.0 (or higher).
- 5GHz Wi-Fi support.
- Feel free to contact us if unsure about car audio system compatibility.
What's in the Package?
- Carlinkit 4.0 Wired to Wireless Adapter
- USB-C to USB-A Cable (30cm)
- USB-C to USB-C Cable (30cm)
- User Manual (view pdf)
Support Notes
- Only use provided cables with Carlinkit adapter.
- Connect adapter to factory wired Apple CarPlay audio systems ONLY and not Android Auto systems.
- Does not work with:
- car audio systems supporting Android Auto (see Carlinkit 5.0 adapter).
- non-OEM (aftermarket) car audio head units with touch screens.
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