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Small black OBD2 dongle with standard 16-pin connector

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK NTG5S1 OBD2 CarPlay Android Auto Activator

SKU CH-ZNG4-Z0E3T

Unlocks factory-locked Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on NTG5 S1 systems via OBDII in around 60 seconds with no wire cutting

  • Unlocks factory CarPlay and Android Auto on NTG5 S1 head unit
  • Plug-and-play OBDII activation completes in roughly 60 seconds
  • No wire cutting or permanent modification to vehicle systems
  • One-time activation gives permanent function with no subscription fees
  • Compact rugged OBDII form factor enables quick DIY upgrade at home

NTG5 S1 CarPlay and Android Auto Unlock

This dedicated OBD2 activator unlocks factory-locked Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on vehicles equipped with the NTG5 S1 COMAND infotainment system. It connects directly to the standard OBDII port under the dashboard for a quick DIY upgrade without replacing the original head unit.

One-time activation with firmware requirement

The tool completes activation in roughly 60 to 90 seconds using the original vehicle CANbus protocol, leaving all existing settings intact. Android Auto function requires the vehicle firmware to be version 2016.9 or higher to operate normally after the permanent unlock.

Plug-and-play operation with no recurring fees

The compact rugged housing requires no wire cutting or permanent modification to the car's electrical system. Once the infotainment unit reboots, the tool is removed and smartphone mirroring works via a high-quality USB data cable with no subscription charges.

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Price $13.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Will the NTG5S1 OBD2 activator work if I keep my original NTG5.1 COMAND head unit and factory wiring?

Yes, the tool plugs into the standard OBDII port and uses the original CANbus protocol to unlock CarPlay and Android Auto without cutting wires or replacing the factory head unit.

How can I confirm the activation succeeded after the 60 to 90 second process?

After the infotainment system reboots, connect your smartphone with a high-quality USB data cable; the CarPlay or Android Auto interface should appear on the original screen.

Does the box include the USB data cable needed to trigger CarPlay or Android Auto, or must I buy it separately?

The activator itself is supplied; a high-quality USB data cable for the smartphone connection is not included and must be purchased separately.

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