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    <title>Gen 3 Prius Audio and Electronics</title>
    <description>The 3rd Generation Prius comes with lots of new electronic gadgets. Post your questions and modifications here. Covers model years 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, &amp; 2015.</description>
    <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 01:04:58 +0000</pubDate>
    <lastBuildDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 01:04:58 +0000</lastBuildDate>
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      <title>Android head unit installed using all factory equipment!</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:40:18 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/android-head-unit-installed-using-all-factory-equipment.257349/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/android-head-unit-installed-using-all-factory-equipment.257349/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (pms1903)</author>
      <dc:creator>pms1903</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I recently bought an aftermarket Android head unit to replace the JBL unit in my 2010 Prius. I wanted to use the factory camera, mic, and antennas so I began doing some digging looking for info. Several posts here and elsewhere had partial info, but I couldn&#039;t find anyone who had posted how to use the factory mic. There were posts for other Toyota models, but not my Prius. I figured it out and thought I would post it here for the future installers. Thanks to many others who have posted...<br />
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<a href="https://priuschat.com/threads/android-head-unit-installed-using-all-factory-equipment.257349/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Android head unit installed using all factory equipment!</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Seeking new screen with Android Auto - 2012 Prius</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 11:35:49 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/seeking-new-screen-with-android-auto-2012-prius.259692/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/seeking-new-screen-with-android-auto-2012-prius.259692/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (MattFL)</author>
      <dc:creator>MattFL</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The touch screen in my wife&#039;s 2012 Prius has died (the digitizer) and my wife says either get her a screen with Android Auto, or a new car (yikes!).  Her current radio is the one with navigation, but it&#039;s not the JBL radio.  Can anyone suggest a drop-in replacement screen that has Android Auto?  I see some Chinese looking things, but it would be nice to hear about one that is legit and actually works. <br />
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This is what her current radio looks like: <br />
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      <title>What are all the rear inputs in my 2010 Prius e7022 head unit?</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:26:36 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/what-are-all-the-rear-inputs-in-my-2010-prius-e7022-head-unit.176841/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/what-are-all-the-rear-inputs-in-my-2010-prius-e7022-head-unit.176841/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (loomis2)</author>
      <dc:creator>loomis2</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I am looking to replace my head unit in my 2010 Prius model e7022. It is the JBL with nav system. There are a lot of plugs that go into the back and I just wonder what they all are for. I&#039;m sure one is xm radio, one is probably the microphone, etc. I have been searching all day trying to find a schematic or something to sort it all out but I haven&#039;t had any luck. Anyone help me out?<br />
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Here is a photo of all the plugs themselves. I mostly wonder about this for when I have to hook up a harness...<br />
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<a href="https://priuschat.com/threads/what-are-all-the-rear-inputs-in-my-2010-prius-e7022-head-unit.176841/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">What are all the rear inputs in my 2010 Prius e7022 head unit?</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Sony AX6000 - Factory mic audio quality? iDatalink MIC1 vs aftermarket mic?</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:25 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/sony-ax6000-factory-mic-audio-quality-idatalink-mic1-vs-aftermarket-mic.259826/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/sony-ax6000-factory-mic-audio-quality-idatalink-mic1-vs-aftermarket-mic.259826/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (kuyachristian)</author>
      <dc:creator>kuyachristian</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[TL;DR 2014 Prius Three factory mic good enough for iDatalink MIC1? Or just save my money &amp; get external mic instead for Sony AX6000?<br />
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Hi! My 2014 Prius Three&#039;s radio recently got upgraded to the Sony XAV-AX6000 and Maestro RR &amp; I am enjoying the new features. Didn&#039;t realize though that when on CarPlay the mic input comes from the head unit and I did not plug in an external microphone...so other people can&#039;t hear me. ☹️ Also, I didn&#039;t get the mic that came with the head unit as I bought...<br />
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<a href="https://priuschat.com/threads/sony-ax6000-factory-mic-audio-quality-idatalink-mic1-vs-aftermarket-mic.259826/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Sony AX6000 - Factory mic audio quality? iDatalink MIC1 vs aftermarket mic?</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Prius jbl radio issues</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-jbl-radio-issues.259813/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-jbl-radio-issues.259813/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Irving)</author>
      <dc:creator>Irving</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hey guys, I’ve been having my Prius 2010 with the jbl package for about 3 years now and on the 1st year of me owning the car my radio started to slowly glitch out the audio after a while my audio went completely out and I’ve had 0 audio for about 2 years now, I’ve tried EVERYTHING, I’ve changed the head unit to a new oem one swapped the jbl amp 2x checked fuses those are all good checked if any wires are having any issues and everything’s good, what’s odd is that when I get a phone call, you...<br />
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<a href="https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-jbl-radio-issues.259813/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Prius jbl radio issues</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>No Backup Camera Display</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:48:55 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/no-backup-camera-display.259456/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/no-backup-camera-display.259456/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Roy Brand)</author>
      <dc:creator>Roy Brand</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[On my 2015 Prius V5 the backup camera display does not appear on my screen when I go into Reverse, and I&#039;m not sure it ever did. I have checked the video signal at the back of the radio/display (with my oscilloscope) and it is present so I am sure the camera is operating and the wires are good. I suspect that the command from a Reverse relay is not getting to the display to tell it to switch from Map or Radio over to Back-up camera. <br />
  The blueprints I have indicate that this signal comes...<br />
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<a href="https://priuschat.com/threads/no-backup-camera-display.259456/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">No Backup Camera Display</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Gen 3 Navi w/ separate Amp sub/Amp installation</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:37:18 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/gen-3-navi-w-separate-amp-sub-amp-installation.259415/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/gen-3-navi-w-separate-amp-sub-amp-installation.259415/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Smokerhunter)</author>
      <dc:creator>Smokerhunter</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Good Day everyone , <br />
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i have a 2010 Gen 3 prius with a navi and separate passenger amp , i am trying to install an Alpine SWE-815 active subwoofer , i should support High level and RCA , i tried connecting to the rear speakers , however it sounds very shallow for what it should sound , i tried to also connect it to the front speakers but also the same issue , should i connect it to the pre-amp signal or what do you think the issue is ?<br />
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Thank you]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Can't find an adapter for the stock backup camera</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:50:23 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/cant-find-an-adapter-for-the-stock-backup-camera.259350/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/cant-find-an-adapter-for-the-stock-backup-camera.259350/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (taupehat)</author>
      <dc:creator>taupehat</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Replaced the hatch lid after an accident with one that had the stock camera. I&#039;ve got an aftermarket headunit which I wired to an aftermarket camera (also smashed in the accident). I&#039;d like to use my existing aftermarket wiring to connect to the stock camera in the replacement hatch lid. It&#039;s got a 4-pin connector. I need something that feeds it power and outputs video signal to RCA. Looking on Crutchfield, Amazon, etc. didn&#039;t really help.<br />
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Here&#039;s the connector:...<br />
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<a href="https://priuschat.com/threads/cant-find-an-adapter-for-the-stock-backup-camera.259350/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Can&#039;t find an adapter for the stock backup camera</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>how to connect to positive battery post</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:34:02 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/how-to-connect-to-positive-battery-post.243422/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/how-to-connect-to-positive-battery-post.243422/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (d.joulez)</author>
      <dc:creator>d.joulez</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[hi - <br />
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installing a new powered sub into my 2014 prius plug in. <br />
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i noticed there were two spots to connect my power wire and I chose the one closer to the front of the car.  Anyone know the difference between A and B? <br />
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And if using A is safe? <br />
Thx! <br />


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      <title>Android auto with JBL and Nav?</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 20:01:24 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/android-auto-with-jbl-and-nav.259303/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/android-auto-with-jbl-and-nav.259303/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (JmLacy)</author>
      <dc:creator>JmLacy</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[My 2010 has the jbl sound system and navigation and I want to upgrade my screen to android auto and not loose the JBL and use my exsisting backup camera. Which units will work for me?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Dash buttons not working 2010</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 22:55:40 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/dash-buttons-not-working-2010.259196/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/dash-buttons-not-working-2010.259196/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Fxnhercar)</author>
      <dc:creator>Fxnhercar</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The dash buttons, surrounding the touchscreen, are not working. touchscreen was replaced and works, steering wheel buttons work. Anyone have this issue and/or a solution? <br />
Thanks in advance, Johnny]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>8</slash:comments>
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      <title>Head Unit to lower console 12v panel</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:06:30 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/head-unit-to-lower-console-12v-panel.259205/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/head-unit-to-lower-console-12v-panel.259205/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (homie304)</author>
      <dc:creator>homie304</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Heya! I replaced the stereo which has pigtails for usb/carplay ports. I&#039;d like to run a usb extension down to the 12v panel that has a blank slot for a usb port. I can&#039;t seem to find a way to fish a cable down from behind the stereo to that bottom 12v panel. Is there a path to do this that I&#039;m missing?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Check hybrid system</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:13:36 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/check-hybrid-system.259210/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/check-hybrid-system.259210/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Myprojects23)</author>
      <dc:creator>Myprojects23</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Ok so im a newbie. I was installing a aftermarket android head unit. At some point during the install the check hybrid system message came on and all the lights on the dash. Vehicle still starts and goes into drive and reverse but car isn&#039;t happy about it. During the install I disconnected the park and eco drive mode connectors while the car was off. I know I turned the car on after the head unit was partially installed to see if it powered on. Some point after that the check hybrid system...<br />
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<a href="https://priuschat.com/threads/check-hybrid-system.259210/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Check hybrid system</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>2010 Prius backup oem camera grid</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 02:04:48 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/2010-prius-backup-oem-camera-grid.258484/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/2010-prius-backup-oem-camera-grid.258484/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (gatorback)</author>
      <dc:creator>gatorback</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I acquired a 2010 Gen-3 Prius.  I like the 2014 prius backup oem camera, and would like it to have a grid feature.   I think the grid lines are driven by the position of the steering wheel.   Example:<br />
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<img src="https://attachments.priuschat.com/attachment-files/2023/09/242255_Almost_parked.jpg" class="bbCodeImage LbImage" alt="[&#x200B;IMG]" data-url="https://attachments.priuschat.com/attachment-files/2023/09/242255_Almost_parked.jpg" /><br />
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<a href="https://chat.deepseek.com/share/5qorb3hw899cw2ua6o" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Deepseek indicated </a>the OEM system had this capability if navigation is installed and the lines would be static / automatically...<br />
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<a href="https://priuschat.com/threads/2010-prius-backup-oem-camera-grid.258484/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">2010 Prius backup oem camera grid</a>]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>7</slash:comments>
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      <title>2010 buttons flanking display don't work.</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:07:30 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/2010-buttons-flanking-display-dont-work.255585/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/2010-buttons-flanking-display-dont-work.255585/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (sdinardo1118)</author>
      <dc:creator>sdinardo1118</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[My 2010 touchscreen works, however the buttons down each side do NOT:For example,  Pwr / Vol; Close; AM; FM; SAT: CD; Audio; seek/track, DEST; Map; etc. The temp control unit below this works fine. The steering wheel buttons can turn audio on and off and adjust volume.  Ideas?  Is there a fuse that controls ONLY the power to both sets of side buttons?  It did not seem so to me.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Smarty-Trend Android Radio</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:48:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/smarty-trend-android-radio.258645/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/smarty-trend-android-radio.258645/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (AzusaPrius)</author>
      <dc:creator>AzusaPrius</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I said I was going to get this and I pulled the trigger tonight.<br />
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I got all the top specs they had and will update with how the company deals with my purchase.<br />
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$785 no tax and free Fedex shipping.<br />
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Images are of my selection and model.

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      <title>Backup camera triggering C1259 code help.</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:13:56 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/backup-camera-triggering-c1259-code-help.259128/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/backup-camera-triggering-c1259-code-help.259128/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (ReshiElderberry82)</author>
      <dc:creator>ReshiElderberry82</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I upgraded the radio in my 2013 Prius with a pretty cheap amazon head unit. The head unit came with its own wiring harness and when i wired it like the manual said to tapped into the backup lights for power and wired the the &quot;convenience wire&quot; to the wire labeled &quot;back&quot; on the wiring harness that came with the raido. i attached the ground wire to ground bolt on the back of the car and when i started the car i got a C1259 code which is a &quot;Hybrid Vehicle (HV) System Regenerative Malfunction&quot;....<br />
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<a href="https://priuschat.com/threads/backup-camera-triggering-c1259-code-help.259128/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Backup camera triggering C1259 code help.</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>help identifying cables for radio</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 13:48:57 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/help-identifying-cables-for-radio.258750/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/help-identifying-cables-for-radio.258750/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (captainSeatan)</author>
      <dc:creator>captainSeatan</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I have a 2014 Japanese Import prius, I have bought an aftermarket android head unit, most of the wiring matches up apart from the steering wheel controls trol and reverse camera, the head unit has a standard video input plug for the camera. I&#039;ve attached a photo of three remaining plugs from the car, and the one remaining from the headunit, is anyone able to help me both identify what the plugs are, and also what adaptors I need? (Im uk based)]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Android Head Unit Upgrade for 2010 UK RHD Prius (SAT Nav + Reverse Camera)</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:09:37 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/android-head-unit-upgrade-for-2010-uk-rhd-prius-sat-nav-reverse-camera.258532/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/android-head-unit-upgrade-for-2010-uk-rhd-prius-sat-nav-reverse-camera.258532/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (fiz)</author>
      <dc:creator>fiz</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi all, looking to upgrade my <b>2010 Prius (UK RHD, not Japan import)</b>. Pics of current unit attached.<br />
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<b>Current:</b><br />
<ul>
<li>Toyota SAT Nav 86120‑47410</li>
<li>Factory reverse camera</li>
</ul><b>Looking for Head Units with:</b><br />
<ul>
<li>Android OS</li>
<li>Bluetooth + Wi‑Fi </li>
<li>if possible 4G/5G SIM</li>
<li>GPS / offline maps</li>
<li>Retain reverse camera &amp; steering wheel controls</li>
<li>Optional: Apple CarPlay / Android Auto</li>
</ul>Thanks in advance for advice, tips, links, or experiences!]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>JBL - how to identify</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:48:32 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://priuschat.com/threads/jbl-how-to-identify.258519/</link>
      <guid>https://priuschat.com/threads/jbl-how-to-identify.258519/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (fiz)</author>
      <dc:creator>fiz</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I have a UK RHD Prius T Spirit 2010 model with original display unit. I am planning to upgrade it to an Android based head unit. Saw a few ads in eBay. One said there are two types of connectors JBL vs non-JBL.<br />
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How can I find out if I have JBL?<br />
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Any help/experience on the head unit will be really appreciated. Thanks]]></content:encoded>
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