Universal F9 Carplay Instrument Screen

Parts List

Parts list diagram:

Diagram showing the main unit, screen, wiring harness, optional camera, fixed bracket, plastic trim tool, stickers, and USB flash drive.

• 1. Screen
• 2. Plastic trim tool
• 3. Camera (optional)
• 4. Fixed bracket
• 5. Screen main wiring harness
• 6. Stickers in place
• 7. USB flash drive

Tools required for installation

Plastic trim tool; Small Phillips screwdriver. Optional tools required: T20 screwdriver, threading tape, 10mm socket.

Installation precautions

Please ensure that the power is turned off to prevent malfunctions. Tip: For faster installation, be sure to read these instructions carefully.

Product Highlights

Universal F9 Carplay Instrument Screen - Product Highlights

Image of the F9 Carplay instrument screen installed in a car's dashboard.

• 8.9-inch high-definition 2.5D laminated screen
• High performance operating system (Linux)
• Synchronously display original vehicle driving information
• Original vehicle control
• Autopilot display
• Forward blind zone display
• 3 UI theme styles
• 5 car model colors
• OTA upgrade
• Carplay/Android Auto

Product Description

Specially designed for special vehicles, non-destructive installation without damaging the original vehicle wiring harness and functions.

Linux high-performance operating system, integrated with the car for vehicle-machine integration. 8.9-inch high-definition 2.5D laminated screen with IPS true color full viewing angle, resolution 1920*720P, wind-free design.

Compatible with synchronized original vehicle driving information display (time, turn signals, fog lights, side lights, low/high beam, automatic braking, seat belts, outside temperature, speed limit, battery usage, vehicle distance, speed/door status, gear position, cruising range, mileage, tire pressure, assisted driving). Compatible with synchronized partial data display on the original car screen (e.g., assisted driving icons).

3 creative UI theme styles (Simple, classic, sporty). Adaptive day and night mode with automatic brightness adjustment synchronized with the original car. Compatible with original car button control. 5 body colors (white, red, black, blue, gray).

Supports OTA one-click upgrade (universal WIFI- mobile phone Bluetooth). Plaid mode. Long press the right button of the original car steering wheel to enter the front-view camera interface.

Charging reminder: Prompts when the charger cover is opened, when charging starts, and when charging is complete.

Wireless Carplay/Android Auto: New 5G network ensures stable connection, no lag, and fast transmission. Stable and smooth connection between the Carplay module and the mobile phone.

Note: Priority will be displayed when the door is not closed, and the vehicle speed will be displayed after the door is closed.

Model Distinction: F9-C Carplay includes a camera; F9 Carplay does not have a camera.

Function Introduction

Universal F9-Carplay Instrument Screen - Function Introduction

Charging Tips

When you open the charger cover, the screen will automatically pop up and charging will not start. When you plug in the charger and start charging, it will prompt 'charging'. After it is fully charged, it will prompt 'charging complete'.

Door Status

Open the car doors (4 doors), front cover, and trunk, and there will be corresponding status prompts. Note: All doors need to be closed to enter the normal operation interface.

Auto-assisted Driving Mode Reminder

One minute after activating automatic assisted driving, a prompt 'Please turn the steering wheel lightly' will appear. If automatic driving time is long, a reminder 'Automatic assisted steering cannot be activated again for this driving, please hold the steering wheel and drive manually' will be displayed. The upper part of the screen will flash along with the original car.

Lane Rotation

The lane will rotate as the car turns the steering wheel (left, right, straight).

Carplay Version Shortcut Function

• 1. Click the Carplay icon to enter Carplay in P gear.
• 2. Click here to enter Android Auto connection.
• 3. Click here to enter the setting interface.
• 4. Volume addition and subtraction.
• 5. Whether to automatically and quickly enter the Carplay switch.

Android Version Shortcut Function

• 1. Click the Carplay icon to enter Carplay in P gear.
• 2. Click here to enter Android Auto connection.
• 3. Click here to enter the Android entertainment function connection.
• 4. Volume addition and subtraction.
• 5. Whether to automatically and quickly enter the Carplay switch.
• 6. Click here to enter the setting interface.

Carplay/Auto Usage Instructions

Carplay/Auto

• 1. When in Carplay, press the right scroll wheel to the right to enter the Carplay connection interface.
• 2. Turn on Bluetooth in phone settings and find the corresponding Bluetooth name (e.g., CarKit- ****).
• 3. Click the Bluetooth name on your phone to start pairing.
• 4. When connecting, select 'use Carplay' from the phone's dialog box.
• 5. Connection is successful (full screen or split screen can be selected on the settings page).
• 6. Comes with a built-in speaker for sound output when not connected to the car.
• 7. In P mode, touch the front wheel to enter CARPLAY and the rear wheel to enter Android AURO.

Note: After entering the interface, please use your mobile phone to connect to Bluetooth: Carkit-9DF3. Pairing code: 0000.

Note: The factory default Bluetooth device name is Carkit-xxxx. Different devices may have different Bluetooth names.

Front View Camera Entry Instructions (Optional)

Setting Method

• 1. When starting forward in D gear, it will automatically enter forward view when the speed is below 20 mph, and will automatically exit when it exceeds 20 mph (press the right wheel to push left to exit manually).
• 2. Press and hold the right scroll wheel downward for 3 seconds to manually enter the front view.
• 3. Right scroll wheel: push left to exit, push right to confirm selection.
• 4. Left scroll wheel: Push left and press for 3 seconds to restart the machine.

Note: The trigger condition for forward view must be that the forward view switch on the settings page is turned on.

Set Interface

Options include: Language switching, time zone switching, temperature switching, hour format, US speed limit, tire pressure unit, car model color, day and night mode, brightness adjustment, Plaid switch, front camera, audio output, full screen switching, OTA upgrade.

Note: 1. Press the right scroll wheel to the right or long press to the left to enter the setting interface. 2. OTA upgrade: long press the right scroll wheel to the right, the version information will appear.

Effect Display Picture

Universal F9 Carplay Instrument Screen - Effect Display Picture

Innovative Design

The product design style is simple, the screen is large and does not block the wind, and it adopts touch operation. It is a high-end Tesla instrument that is truly wind-proof and redefines Tesla's high-end instrument screen.

General Installation Instructions

Step 1

Remove the triangular panel on the left side (the same applies to the right side).

Step 2

Remove the instrument middle trim panel.

Step 3

Remove the passenger rectangular trim panel.

Step 4

Release the clip on the passenger door trim panel and remove the door sill trim panel (the same applies to the left and right).

Step 5

Take out the positioning sticker.

Step 6

Place the sticker correctly on the driver's side front dashboard.

Step 7

The three points on the sticker correspond to the three holes on the decorative plate.

Step 8

Align the wiring harness plugs on the screen and pass them through in sequence.

Step 9

The screen is stuck in, and the back of the trim panel looks like this.

Step 10

Take out the fixing bracket and tighten the screws one by one.

Intel Version Installation

1. Use T20 to unscrew the fixing screws and buckles of the passenger floor.

2. Unplug the second gray plug on the computer board and plug it in.

AMD Version Installation

1. Connect the plug to the white plug under the A-pillar of the right front seat.

2. Connect the plug to the blue plug under the A-pillar of the right front seat.

Wiring and Final Steps

Step 11 (General)

Plug in the corresponding plug according to your car version, and then run the wiring harness along the edge to the front of the steering wheel.

Step 12 (General)

Each plug comes with a corresponding label. Be sure to check it first. If it's correct, then match color to color and plug in the plugs accordingly. If you find something wrong, please contact us (The yellow wiring harness is optional for front view).

Step 13 (General)

After plugging in the plug, test whether the product is normal.

Step 14 (General)

Restore it (The screen air vent must be inserted into the original car air outlet).

Front Camera Installation Instructions (Optional)

Step 1

Remove the air intake trim panel.

Step 2

Use a No. 10 socket to unscrew the four fixing screws.

Step 3

Remove the clip on the front trunk.

Step 4

Unplug the front trunk button and take out the front trunk.

Step 6

Pass the camera harness through the lower grille into the cabin.

Step 7

Use double-sided tape to attach the camera to the center of the license plate, align the position with the fixing screw (Clean it before pasting).

Step 8

Cut off the raised position of the rubber plug as shown in the picture (The location is in the upper right corner of the passenger trunk).

Step 9 (Passenger side)

Pull out the wiring strap from the passenger side (Tie the wiring harness in the cabin).

Step 10 (Steering wheel)

Walk along the main wiring harness to the front of the steering wheel (the wiring harness can be fixed with tape to prevent abnormal noise).

Step 11 (Extension cord)

Plug the extension cord into the camera plug (Fix the excess wire harness).

Step 12 (Connect to screen)

Connect the other end to the screen plug, the yellow wiring harness is for the front view plug (Secure any excess wiring).

Final Test

Plug all the plugs in, turn on the product and test whether there is any problem with the front view, then restore and install the vehicle.

FAQ Troubleshooting Guide