Apple CarPlay Setup on a Dasaita Head Unit: Toyota Tundra 2007–2013 (Dad's Reaction)
After installing a Dasaita 10.2" head unit in his dad's Tundra, John sets up Bluetooth (rename the car, default PIN 0000), lets ZLink launch CarPlay, and shows texting, replying, calling and maps through CarPlay. If you have the JBL audio system, get the version with the CAN bus box.
Full video (8 min): Apple Carplay Setup in an Older Vehicle! Ft. Asian Dad Reaction · John's YouTube channel
Get the parts
- Search Amazon for Dasaita 10.2 inch CarPlay Toyota Tundra; the unit is listed for the 2007-2013 Tundra and SequoiaSearch on Amazon ↗
- iDoing Tundra / Sequoia 2007–2013 head unit (iDoing store)Buy direct ↗
- Head unit (AliExpress, link from the description; JBL trucks need the CarplayCB005 CAN bus version)Buy ↗
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Yes — you can install Dasaita on the Dasaita 10.2" car stereo for the Toyota Tundra and Sequoia (Amazon and AliExpress links in the video description) with a 8 min DIY job. After installing a Dasaita 10.2" head unit in his dad's Tundra, John sets up Bluetooth (rename the car, default PIN 0000), lets ZLink launch CarPlay, and shows texting.
Overview
With the Dasaita head unit already installed in his dad's Tundra (the wiring is in a separate install video), John walks through setting up Apple CarPlay and gets his dad's reaction. His dad mostly speaks Vietnamese, so the video has subtitles. Turn the key and start the truck, then open Bluetooth on the head unit. You can rename the car first (they call it Tundra) and pair the phone with the PIN 0000. After Bluetooth pairs, ZLink pops up and asks whether you want to use CarPlay, and from there it's the standard Apple interface. Maps, messages and audiobooks all work, and incoming texts show on screen with options to have Siri read them, reply or call back. Calls show the keypad, mute and other options. To switch back to the built-in radio, tap Radio; tapping ZLink takes you back to CarPlay. His dad says it makes the old truck feel like a new generation. He loves his iPhone but finds settings intimidating, so having everything work automatically is the win. John's verdict: fantastic, easy to install and great for iPhone users because CarPlay is wireless.
Vehicle & fitment
- Product
- Dasaita 10.2-inch Android car stereo with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for the Toyota Tundra 2008–2013 / Sequoia
- Shown on
- Toyota Tundra (John's dad's truck); the unit is listed for the 2008–2013 Tundra and Sequoia
- Dasaita 10.2" car stereo for the Toyota Tundra and Sequoia (Amazon and AliExpress links in the video description)
- If your truck has the JBL audio system you need the version with the CAN bus box (CarplayCB005 on the AliExpress link)
- The wiring install is in John's separate Tundra/Sequoia install video
Always confirm fitment for your exact year and trim with the seller before buying.
Tools & parts
Tools
- None for setup (your iPhone and the truck's key)
Parts
- Dasaita 10.2" Tundra/Sequoia head unit (already installed)
- CAN bus box version if you have the JBL audio system
Step by step
- 1
Power up▶ 0:13
Grab the key and start the truck (or turn it to accessory). Turn off the AC fan if you're filming.
- 2
Open Bluetooth and rename the car▶ 0:33
Go to Bluetooth on the head unit. You can change the car's Bluetooth name first; they named it Tundra.
- 3
Pair with PIN 0000▶ 1:18
Find the head unit on the phone and pair. The default PIN was 0000, and you can change it in the same menu.
- 4
ZLink launches CarPlay▶ 1:46
Once Bluetooth connects, ZLink opens and asks if you want to use CarPlay. Tap yes.
- 5
Use CarPlay▶ 2:01
It's all Apple: Maps, Messages, music and audiobooks. Incoming texts show on screen and you can have them read out, reply or call back.
- 6
Calls▶ 3:21
Calls work through CarPlay with the keypad, mute and other options on screen.
- 7
Radio vs CarPlay▶ 5:26
Tap Radio for the built-in radio. Tap ZLink to go back to CarPlay on your iPhone.
- 8
Verdict▶ 6:05
Fantastic and easy to install, and very good for iPhone users because CarPlay is wireless. John's dad says the truck feels like a new generation.
Tip: If your Tundra has the JBL audio system, buy the version with the CAN bus box.
Wiring notes
- Setup only; the wiring install is in John's separate Tundra/Sequoia install video.
- JBL audio trucks: use the version with the CAN bus box (CarplayCB005).
Get the parts
- Search Amazon for Dasaita 10.2 inch CarPlay Toyota Tundra; the unit is listed for the 2007-2013 Tundra and SequoiaSearch on Amazon ↗
- iDoing Tundra / Sequoia 2007–2013 head unit (iDoing store)Buy direct ↗
- Head unit (AliExpress, link from the description; JBL trucks need the CarplayCB005 CAN bus version)Buy ↗
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As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Some links are affiliate links.
FAQ
What vehicle does this head unit fit?
It is shown for the Dasaita 10.2" car stereo for the Toyota Tundra and Sequoia (Amazon and AliExpress links in the video description). If your truck has the JBL audio system you need the version with the CAN bus box (CarplayCB005 on the AliExpress link) Always confirm your exact year, trim and factory audio with the seller.
How long does the install take?
John's full video is 8 min. Plan on that much time for a careful DIY install, plus extra if you are new to dash work.
What tools do I need?
Tools called out in the guide: None for setup (your iPhone and the truck's key).
Does it support wireless CarPlay or Android Auto?
Check the product listing for wired vs wireless CarPlay / Android Auto before you buy; John shows what worked in the video.
Where do I get the parts?
Use the buy links on this page for the unit and any harnesses John used. Some links are affiliate links.
Is this beginner-friendly?
The guide breaks the job into 8 steps with timestamps into the video. If you can remove trim panels carefully, you can follow along.
Full transcript
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0:01a
0:13anyways let's go get the key first person mode
0:19turn into a accessory
0:22actually let's just a car on
0:23hear that v
0:26we have the head unit loaded up here
0:29got to turn off the ac so you guys don't hear that
0:32alright
0:33bluetooth
0:36let me get the owners phone
0:38let's get the bluetooth
0:41get the magnifying glass right there
0:44oh you can change the car name first let's change it first
0:47the car name let's name it
0:50tundra
0:52let's see what's right
0:55wow, it looks like a brand new car
0:57just like a new generation
1:00two new generation
1:02the front is the pvc is clearer
1:05this
1:07Winston
1:09phone phone
1:13yeah
1:15the other one is not
1:18the pin number we had was zero zero zero zero zero zero
1:25easy
1:28pin number zero zero zero
1:31yeah we can change it right here
1:33I'll get pin number now
1:35what is the nice case
1:37oh my
1:42haha
1:46okay so it would automatically to Z link after I
1:57put the bluetooth to and it says do you want to use car play yes
2:01now car play is a really awesome unit
2:04if you if you use the maps
2:07someone text message you it recognizes
2:10this is all apple so this is exactly how apple wants it
2:13it's looking good
2:15you can go the messages
2:17you can message anybody
2:19you got food drinks playing now
2:21audiobooks
2:23this is all apple so
2:25this screen right here right now
2:29yeah so let me
2:31let me text you
2:33it's automatic
2:36so let me see if I text you
2:38wow it's ready
2:41hello
2:43oh that's what hello wrong
2:45you should get a text message
2:47so it's shows right here
2:49a, and you can press
2:51let's turn fog
2:53would you like to reply
2:55oops
2:57really good
2:59what do you want to say
3:01let me text that one again
3:03I had the volume off so I said hello dad
3:06so I'm going to text that
3:10I'm going to say John text you
3:12so you're driving
3:14you can click on this button
3:17and you can say you can reply
3:19you can call back
3:21let's try calling
3:23so now, my phone is calling
3:30but it looks really good too
3:32and you can mute your keypad
3:34you have a lot of options here
3:38this is iphone
3:39this is iphone
3:40you have to press this button here
3:42you the'm going to do it
3:44so if you put a mouse in here
3:46let's say
3:47let's say
4:02you want to go to the gas
4:03gas station
4:04this is apple
4:05so when someone sees your car
4:07it looks nice
4:09if apple changes it
4:47he loves his iPhone
4:49and sometimes these settings
4:51they get little intimidating, and,
4:53this is not something he's used to
4:55he came here from his
4:59from his his home
5:01so he doesn't
5:03he English is the second language
5:04so for him to
5:06and he's a little bit older
5:08so for him to
5:10basically
5:16so I showed him
5:19this is all you need to
5:20and you know
5:26if you want to use the radio
5:28the built-in radio
5:29you click radio
5:30bam
5:31if you click with, click in Z-link
5:33Z-link will take you to your iphone
5:36and then it automatically goes to this
5:42and now
6:05it has been
6:07fantastic!
6:09easy to install
6:11very good for iphone users
6:13because it, it's wireless
6:15I wish android had something something that
6:16it was a wireless
6:17but you
6:21no wireless right there
6:23but yeah, if you guys were looking to purchase this product
6:26check the links on the below
6:28you can buy this product
6:30it's anyhow awesome, it's great
6:32and um
6:33if you're this far down in the video
6:35smash that like button
6:49I don't really make a lot of money
6:51from these videos
6:52I know I know they're super helpful
6:54I definitely want to have
6:56to keep
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