Adding 2nd USB to Discover Media Nav

[CraigofThe]

Hi, I have just received my spanking new T6 Kombi

Very happy with everything, except that the comfort dash only came with a USB for the CarPlay in the glove box, which means every time I jump in the van I have to lean right over to plug my phone in.

Is it possible to retrofit a second USB that works with CarPlay into the blanking above the 12v plug in the centre console?

I thought this cable and USB socket may be able to do it?
USB Switch Cable Harness Fit For VW Golf Jetta MK5 MK6 Car RCD510 RNS315 RCD300+ | eBay

Thanks

 

[Pauly]

Afraid it’s not that simple
To add the second usb you need to install a usb hub/splitter box inside the dash
There is only one output on the back of the head unit so the splitter box is required to take one input and give you two outputs and for this to all work you have to replace the existing cable and usb socket as well as add a cable and usb socket, total price for all the parts is around £200 maybe a smidge over if memory serves

 

[CraigofThe]

Thanks for the quick reply. More sense than I got from the guy at VW!
I’ll stick to leaning over for now

 

[Ed Webb]

Instead of adding a usb is it possible to move the current one to a better location?

 

[Pauly]

No not really, the existing one will be the larger rectangle size but the empty slot will be the smaller square type and the only usb socket available for the smaller square hole is not compatible with the single outlet setup and would need to be fed from a hub/splitter

 

[Ed Webb]

Looks like you're stuck with it

 

[Loz]

I have the same usb in the glove box so I added an active Brodit mount that plugs into the usb.


It is attached with 3M VHB (gopro mount tape)

 

[CraigofThe]

I suppose I could just route an iPhone cable behind the glove box and into the centre one. That would be a pretty good workaround.

 

[amdowney]

So I have just receiving my new van and although I did check with the dealer he added dual usbs with the comfort dash I don't have them! Think he forgot to add them and I forgot to check. Seems they are not an option on the builder anyhow at the mo.

Surely this can be moved somehow. I am going to ask for the parts or if they are not willing to do it.

 

[paul stevenson]

You can buy USB plug that fits the 12v

 

[Hans]

You can buy USB plug that fits the 12v

That won't work with the App Connect!
But it's a good idea for charging

 

[Gmaker]

I have the same usb in the glove box so I added an active Brodit mount that plugs into the usb.
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It is attached with 3M VHB (gopro mount tape)

Is the cable simply running out of the glove box?

Does it interfere with the opening and closing?

 

[Murdoch]

My sept 2017 Kombi has a 2nd USB in the cubby hole below the radio...

 

[Loz]

Is the cable simply running out of the glove box?

Does it interfere with the opening and closing?

Yes it comes out under the lid but doesn’t stop the lid closing.

 

[amdowney]

Is it easy enough to fit the said parts to have the 2nd USB in centre console pull out?

 

[craigblues]

Is it easy enough to fit the said parts to have the 2nd USB in centre console pull out?

Yes I believe so @Pauly has the part list and prices.

 

[Pauly]

It’s not too bad but you need to remove dash trims to fit parts and there’s a few wires to twiddle around as well as adding a 12v supply for the distributor box

 

[Lord Mfwic]

It’s not too bad but you need to remove dash trims to fit parts and there’s a few wires to twiddle around as well as adding a 12v supply for the distributor box

Is it something you would be happy to show me at Camper Jam?

 

[Pauly]

Yes sure but not much to show unless you have the parts

 

[Lord Mfwic]

Yes sure but not much to show unless you have the parts

Can you supply the parts I need? I'd like it in the centre console of the comfort dash. (said the actress to the bishop).