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

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Evnul000

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hey guys so im on a kia forte 2023. how would i go into android settings on that? or if anything can someone give me a full explanation on how to install youtube on my car where it wont have a network problem starting from step 1? probably an alternative youtube app. The first post of this thread is very outdated for my car.
 

kr.juric

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hey guys so im on a kia forte 2023. how would i go into android settings on that? or if anything can someone give me a full explanation on how to install youtube on my car where it wont have a network problem starting from step 1? probably an alternative youtube app. The first post of this thread is very outdated for my car.
Hello, first of all, activate Bluetooth on your smartphone, then connect it to car:

Infotainment_manual_connecting

As soon as it connects, it should also offer you to connect Android Auto / iOS CarPlay.

BTW, do you have Android version 10 or above?

Also, do watch both screens, infotainment and smartphone, and give permissions when asked on smartphone (access to contacts, call log, location etc...)
 

395v

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Hello. I have a Tucson 2020 non-nav model. I tried this method: https://github.com/rgerganov/gen5fw

But head radio does not recognise update files. It can read usb flash drive but not the update files. Any ideas?
tlfl.eur.sop.v095.181008.dau_a
 
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KacperA

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Hey can anyone share one of below firmwares:
`TLFL.EUR.SOP.V095.180416.DAU_A`
`TLFL.USA.SOP.V100.180807.DAU_A`
or other firmwares with `TLFL...DAU_A`
I can't find them on the internet :(
 

Detbadi

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Hello
My car is Hyundai Stargazer Indonesia Year 2022
Head Unit only can Wireless Apple Carplay but
cannot use Apple CarPlay Wire Mode ( I need to use Wire Apple Carplay because want to use Android Box )

I already try to Access to Engineering Mode on SW Info Menu but still cant go in because dont have the right 4 Digits Password

Please guide me how to ... ?
Or give me more info about Password , I already try all password from this topic but still cannot

Thanks

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now you got the code i need help Hyundai Stargazer 2023
 

yaglnet

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In the latest firmware versions, the standard Android menu does not open. It is not in the firmware.
How to change the language? There are only two languages in the system - Korean and English.
I tested: Languages2, MoreLangs2, Custom Local, but after the restart, the language on the on-board computer returns to Korean.
 

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electro_bordeaux1

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good evening to all the xda forum group
I have a problem with a hyundai santafe car radio that is blocked on the logo
if it is possible an update to solve this problem and thank you
 

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gonzales89

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Hi everyone,

Kia Sportage (MY18) with this HU
Model: QLBS.S5ALN.EU
SW : QL_PE.EUR.SOP.014.20.221117.STD_M
FW: QL_PE.EUR.0.5.436.220922.MICOM
8"
, with navigation and WiFi.
I have already gone through this thread twice (and a lot of other clips on Youtube) but I have not managed to access the Engineering menu. In addition, I have already received three failed attempt warnings from the HU system ( which I don't know if they reset). I want to access this cryptic Engineering mode just to enable (if possible) Wireless AA. I usually don't like to bother but this time I seem to be stuck. Some help , with the correct procedure and the right passwords, would be welcome :)

Thanks





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olega59

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Hi everyone,

Kia Sportage (MY18) with this HU
Model: QLBS.S5ALN.EU
SW : QL_PE.EUR.SOP.014.20.221117.STD_M
FW: QL_PE.EUR.0.5.436.220922.MICOM
8"
, with navigation and WiFi.
I have already gone through this thread twice (and a lot of other clips on Youtube) but I have not managed to access the Engineering menu. In addition, I have already received three failed attempt warnings from the HU system ( which I don't know if they reset). I want to access this cryptic Engineering mode just to enable (if possible) Wireless AA. I usually don't like to bother but this time I seem to be stuck. Some help , with the correct procedure and the right passwords, would be welcome :)

Thanks





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Your head unit does NOT support wireless AA
 
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myrza_khan404

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Hello everyone I’m from Kazakhstan, I’ve successfully enter eng.mode on Hyundai Santa Fe 2016 (USA), Hyundai Sonata 2018 (USA), KIA Optima JF 2018 (USA).

So what you need to do go to
Setup-System info-Storage just tap 5 times on the left side corner and 1 time on the right side corner.

All done. After that you’re in the eng.mode.
Since the whole system except for the some new models from 2020 it runs Android.
I’ve also successfully installed thru ADB “Morelocale.Morelangs2 APK” in order to set Russian language on the system but don’t know how to launch it through ADB command still working on it.

In order to turn on ADB go through the list of functions that are on the Eng.mode and find “ADB Usb mode” or something and turn it on, then connect USB
Male-A-Male-a cable to the laptop and to the usb plug in the car.

Download HUAWEI and Honor Multi tools or any other program that allows to work with the ADB terminal. So, basically ADB allows you to install third-party apps to the car.
I wish you all good luck on that, and I would grateful if anyone of you finds the way to launch the installed apps on the car system through ADB.

(P.S. Does anyone know what’s the password for the Eng.mode on latest KIA/Hyundai firmware update that come in 2022?)
 

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Low Battery

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Hi, does anybody know the 4-digit-PIN for GEN6 Premium HU?

2022 Genesis GV70 Europe

JK1.EUR.P6.001.005.221129

EUR.15.48.70.025.931.0

JK1AE.P6CLC.EU
 
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Oleg, given you are the guru of all, this question is for you if you would please take the time.

I imported a 2019 kia cadenza sxl from USA to dubai, through the setting>navigation I can choose the speed displayed between miles and km, but it does not actually change in the cluster, my map is also stuck at the last location the car was last active in, California, in my own assumptions, i think because the car is not functioning with the gps the speed units have proven to be null, there are no controls from the cluster, just the head unit.

I dug around on the kia navigation update program, and when I compared both firmwares provided by the USA version and Middle East "MES", (attachments below), they both use the same format, which is YG19****STD_H. The USA file was around 20gb and the middle east was 7gb, so I downloaded the MES version onto the SD card, backed up my USA version and put it in the car but to no avail, is there a way around this? A force update or something?

Worth mentioning, I can access dealer options through the volume sequence and engineering mode through tapping 5 left to update and once to the right.

And if others have input on the matter please dont be shy to share in, thank you all for your efforts in advance.
 

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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.