HACK Navigation/Multimedia systems KIA/HYUNDAI and install third-party applications

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eoghan101

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Hi everyone, i upgraded my I30 (Compact Gen5 Navigation) yesterday. I am trying to access engineering mode via the previous instructions, however, none of them seem to work..
Any suggestions, greatly appreciated. :)

Navigation System: Compact Gen5 Navigation
SW Version: PD.EUR.SOP014.6.220519
Model Name: PDAS.S5ALN.EU
 
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cyberg0d

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Hi,

I have this case with my KIA Sorento and GEN4 infotainment system. The car is from 2016, and the system has never been updated, so as you can see, it's from 2015, and it's Android 2.3.4.
The car is from the US, and I'm in Poland. And my question is:

- when I will be updating the system through Map Updater, can I choose maps for Europe and run the update process, or will it brick the device and I have to stick with the US version?

Honestly, maps are not so crucial for me as long as I will have Android Auto and will be able to use google maps and I know this system should have this option.

The second case is that I'm able to enter engineering mode by going to Settings -> System info -> Storage and tapping 5 times on the vertical line and one on the right bottom corner. Most of the menu is in Korean, yet I was able to find Radio coding settings (need to change for European standards). The problem is that my changes are not saved. Changing, applying, restarting but nothing has changed. I also don't have to put any codes when entering mode.
worked for me 5 on line one on right i got 2020 elantra pass is : change date to 2020 and pw is 2900
 
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sunnyorlando

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Can change be made to the BCM via this method? Things like turning on options that the factory did not - like roll down windows with remote and things like that.
 
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kovalnesher

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Hello everyone, I have been following the forum thread with the keys that have been shown and I cannot enter the engineering or business mode, if I can enter the keyboard to enter the key by pressing once in each corner of the screen and 5 times in the center... my car is a kia sorento UM 2019... I am looking for a way if you can unlock the wifi for wireless android car and some way that the brightness of the screen is lower or that it is connected to the dim of the car. greetings!!
 

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natukiss

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Hyundai has released new update for the 2021 Ioniq Hybrid . (Display audio software update)
The code for the engineering mode is 8 digit number.
Someone knows what is the code?
Thanks!

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lukilodz83

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Hi,
I have finally updated my from-the-factory software. From 2015 to the newest one for 2016, Sorento.
If anyone searches for info - I used 64GB microSD formatted to fat32 and copied past downloaded files from Map Updater. Into the adapter and to the slot in the car. Half an hour later, it was done.
1. I have an Android Auto icon, but it is grey. Need to check my phone with cables and see if it will work.
2. I am able to enter EngMode by Setup/General/Storage and 5x left + 1x right + 2702
3. The mode is the same as before, with lots of Korean words, and any changes I made are not saved like radio coding. After the restart, nothing changed.

Can someone help me with this?

EDIT: Is it possible that I'm entering a dealer mode or putting in an access code that has not allowed me to save my changes?
 

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Unjustified Dev

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Hyundai has released new update for the 2021 Ioniq Hybrid . (Display audio software update)
The code for the engineering mode is 8 digit number.
Someone knows what is the code?
Thanks!

View attachment 5742553
2400 Dealer Mode
20090090
21080281
22070472
23060663
24050854
25041045
26031236
27021427
28011618
29001809
12000000
3600 Forced Update Passcode?

27021427 worked for me. Previously it was just 2702. After this is patched shrugs. They just used simple md5hashes stored in firmware cracked it open
 

natukiss

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2400 Dealer Mode
20090090
21080281
22070472
23060663
24050854
25041045
26031236
27021427
28011618
29001809
12000000
3600 Forced Update Passcode?

27021427 worked for me. Previously it was just 2702. After this is patched shrugs. They just used simple md5hashes stored in firmware cracked it open
Thanks!
You helped me a lot!
 
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franci1105

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Hi everyone, i upgraded my I30 (Compact Gen5 Navigation) yesterday. I am trying to access engineering mode via the previous instructions, however, none of them seem to work..
Any suggestions, greatly appreciated. :)

Navigation System: Compact Gen5 Navigation
SW Version: PD.EUR.SOP014.6.220519
Model Name: PDAS.S5ALN.EU
Anyone? I've the same problem. Thanks
 

DrUnkeN_TiGeR

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Got into dev mode in 2020 Kia Sportage SX.. looking to enable wireless android auto. Not sure what to change. Any guidance is appreciated.
 

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MrAthamneh

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Hello
I have Hyundai Lafesta 2021 and i have this problem.. how to solve it please
 

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dankec2000

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Anyone? I've the same problem. Thanks

For my Hyundai i30 with Gen5w and 220623 firmware this is working for entering Engineer Mode:
  1. Set the volume to 0
  2. Press and hold the Star button
  3. Choose VOL knob -> Browse media, map zoom in/out
  4. Choose Home
  5. On the steering wheel set the volume to level 7 and press the Volume knob, then set the volume to level 3 and press the Volume knob, then set the volume to level 1 and press the Volume knob
  6. Password is 500625
 

franci1105

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For my Hyundai i30 with Gen5w and 220623 firmware this is working for entering Engineer Mode:
  1. Set the volume to 0
  2. Press and hold the Star button
  3. Choose VOL knob -> Browse media, map zoom in/out
  4. Choose Home
  5. On the steering wheel set the volume to level 7 and press the Volume knob, then set the volume to level 3 and press the Volume knob, then set the volume to level 1 and press the Volume knob
  6. Password is 500625
Not work for me, only 7 3 1 in settings option access on dealer mode
 

terrenoya

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Hello everyone, I have been following the forum thread with the keys that have been shown and I cannot enter the engineering or business mode, if I can enter the keyboard to enter the key by pressing once in each corner of the screen and 5 times in the center... my car is a kia sorento UM 2019... I am looking for a way if you can unlock the wifi for wireless android car and some way that the brightness of the screen is lower or that it is connected to the dim of the car. greetings!!
Found it !
all this on the top bar

LEFT (1) - RIGHT (1) - CENTER (6)
Pass 0804
Mine uses Windows Embedded Compact Build 2824 Version 7
 

yyw713

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this is my kia canival 2021 of china, i can get in the engineering mod, but can not get the adb by every methord be mentioned in this thread。
 

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    :D Sorry for my English! :D
    CAUTION: USE THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!
    YouTube, your favorite navigation app, video player, online radio, online TV etc. now works on factory multimedia.
    No need to connect your multimedia to internet!
    This method works fine on models 2016-2018 of issue:
    KIA: Optima JF (K5), Rio, Soul, Ceed, Sorento Prime, Stinger, Sportage, Cerato (Forte) (may be other).
    HYUNDAI: Solaris, SantaFe, Sonata, Elantra, Creta, Genesis G70, Genesis G80 (may be other).
    On board we have Navigation/Multimedia system on Android 4.2.2;

    All fine-work applications on my Cloud drive HERE
    Please watch all videos from my YouTube channel Everything about everything

    If you like this please — Donate!:fingers-crossed:
    PayPal – [email protected]
    If you are not sure in your actions - I can lead you by Skype (WhatsApp, Telegram)

    WARNING!
    Do not install any LAUNCHERS (NovaLauncher etc.) or ROOT - it`s brick your device.
    Do not do anything else! Do not enter in other sections of Engineering mode.
    Be patient and follow the instructions strictly!

    FIRST:
    Download all the apps from my Cloud drive HERE
    And put all this files to root of the USB drive (FAT32)

    Let`s Go!
    This hack method no need`s to connect your multimedia to internet, if necessary
    - activate wifi access point on your phone or use wifi router. Connect your multimedia system to hotspot.
    You can watch my VIDEO MANUAL on YouTube HERE

    ENGINEERING MODE:
    Go to All Menus -> Settings -> Screensaver.
    To enter in the Engineering mode you need to tap 7 times under screensavers icons (on red rings) from left to right and back.

    do it fast.
    Great! Now we have password window! The password is – time on your clock now!


    Ok, its luck!

    ANDROID SETTINGS:
    Now we need to enter to Android settings -> Security and activate Unknown resources.

    Done! This will give us the opportunity to install applications from the USB drive.
    Note: this system hasn`t go Google apps, Play Market etc.
    Push Home button and then we need to access to Engineering mode again.

    INSTALLING FILE MANAGER:
    To access to the USB drive and install all the applications we need to install File Manager first!
    Go to All Menus -> Settings -> Screensaver, tap-tap-tap-tap-tap-tap-tap, password - time on clock.
    Engineering mode -> All Applications -> Browser

    On adress bar write: file:///storage/usb0/file.apk and tap OK!

    Now you can install the File Manager, install it and tap Open!


    Got it!

    INSTALLING APPS:
    In File Manager -> USB Storage you will see all apps.
    Fist install EasyTouch, when it`s intalled tap Open.

    Play EasyTouch Demo and them tap Go.
    Note: EasyTouch Settings works only on portrait orientation (don`t be afraid it`s mormal).
    So, there are many settings, they are no need us now, we need just activate EasyTouch button.

    Done! Now push Home and than tap EasyTouch button to open а window. Now we have BACK and HOME buttons.


    With long press on any icon in this window it can changed. Change one of them by choosing Engineering mode shortcut on Choose app -Done! Tap anywhere to close window.
    Call the window again, swipe left and open Android settings -> Special abilities -> Services EasyTouch - ON

    That’s Ok, now we can normally surf in internet and have all shortcuts of any apps.

    SOUND FIX:
    Note: Sound on third-party apps works only on MEDIA MODE whit connected USB flash drive (with media files) or with connected Bluetooth device.
    On RADIO or AUX MODE sounds from third-party apps doesn’t works!
    So, push EasyTouch button then swipe window and choose File Manager. Open USB storage and install SoundAbout, the Open it.

    Now we in SoundAbout settings. Choose on MEDIA AUDIO - Wired Headphones and that`s all.
    Tap EasyTouch button and BACK.
    Now we need to restart the multimedia - push reset button in SD card slot one time (or find it near you screen). Or you can turn off ACC, open and close driver door and wait 5 minutes to restart the Multimedia.
    Sound fixed!
    Now you can install any apps and it will be working fine with sound!

    YOUTUBE:
    On board we hasn`t got Google apps, so we need to install YouTube modification – YOUTUBE VANCED
    Push EasyTouch button then swipe window and choose File Manager. Open USB storage and install YouTube Vanced.
    Now you can try it!
    Open EasyTouch window and place YOUTUBE VANCED shortcut.

    VLC PLAYER:
    Push EasyTouch button then swipe window and choose File Manager. Open USB storage and install VLC Lite.
    Go to VLC Settings -> Hardware accelerationFull acceleration. Set it because we has poor hardware.
    Now you can watch films, clips, cartoons and everything you want from your USB flash drive or SD card.
    Don`t forget about shortcut.

    HERE NAVIGATION (or another favorite navigation):
    Note: Do not forget to connect WIFI first.
    Push EasyTouch button then swipe window and choose File Manager. Open USB storage and install HERE WeGo, launch, place shortcut.

    You can install everything applications you need but remember:
    DO NOT INSTALL ANY LAUNCHERS AND ROOT. DO NOT OPEN ANYTHING ELSE IN THE ENGINEERING MENU.

    If you are not sure in your actions - I can lead you by Skype (WhatsApp, Telegram)
    Thanks!:victory:
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    Just purchased a 2022 Telluride SX with the wide screen. Been reading this thread and noticing no one has found a way to get into engineering mode for these newer firmware, right?

    I would just like to side load some apps and be able to run them from the Kia main menu.

    If for some reason I am incorrect in that there’s no way to side load these newer widescreens then please do let me know. It’s Likely I may have scanned across a post or something that had that info.

    Thanks!

    Today on the Valentines day we have made a secret go public.
    We have been able to gain root access on the Gen5WIDE headunits from europe.

    with this hack you can grab and dump the whole system.
    extracts info, keys, decrypt files and perhaps create ur own custom fw.

    we provide this info for free, so people can share knowledge and new findings.

    Please be aware that this is mainly for devs and technical nerds and linux lovers. untill someone perhaps creates a more user friendly hack.

    Happy hunting

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    Hi guys,
    On my Tucson (2018 - AA) I can only access the engineering mode where I don't...

    Update on another model thet does not allow the "full engineering menu":
    2018 Elantra SEL USA version.
    NO: Cannot access the engineering mode that enables app installations (7 taps over 3 points on settings/screensaver).
    YES. Can access the engineering mode from Settings/System Info (5 taps left - 1 tab right).

    Looking forward to the hero that finds out how to jailbreak these versions!!
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    Now that we can sideload apps, is there any way to let Android auto work wirelessly?

    Inviato dal mio MI PAD 4 utilizzando Tapatalk

    Of course ! Just install Headunit Reloaded (4.6) on the car system.
    Set it with your phone name (SSID) used for wifi server, and leave IP blank (auto).

    The wifi mode of Headunit will automatically connect to Android Auto if this one is in developer mode and its server mode launched.

    Everything can be totally automatic, the phone can stay in the pocket. Android Auto appears on the main screen few seconds after the wifi connnection to the phone.