iPhone or iPod outside of the glovebox, a possibility? - Toyota Yaris Forums

Chwbcca · 01-06-2013, 08:45 PM

So I love using my stereo to control my iphone, however, I love to fiddle with it whilst I'm driving, nothing dangerous mostly the GPS and such since I'm a delivery driver.

I wanted to know if the glovebox is the only place where the USB cable connects... I've seen factory cables for the iPhone but I don't know if they'll fit my 2012 HB and also whether or not they'll allow my phone to be outside of the glovebox.... Thanks!

why? · 01-07-2013, 10:59 AM

it really depends on how much effort you want to put into it. you could do the simple thing and buy a longer cable, or you could do it the hard way and put the usb imput anywhere you want to in the car, the choice is really up to you.

Chwbcca · 01-08-2013, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by why?

it really depends on how much effort you want to put into it. you could do the simple thing and buy a longer cable, or you could do it the hard way and put the usb imput anywhere you want to in the car, the choice is really up to you.

Well I was quite curious to know whether or not there is another port somewhere where the iPod can be hooked up...

dragoonmc · 01-08-2013, 07:58 PM

I ran my cord through the center and out next to the cigarette light socket.
There is a rectangle that pops back into the panel

why? · 01-09-2013, 01:51 PM

i doubt there is another port, I'd almost guarantee that is the only one. But with some effort you could relocate it yourself.

mirapatec · 01-13-2013, 02:21 PM

What I did was purchase a short USB extension cable. I plugged that cable extension into the USB outlet. I then ran the extension cable behind the glove box and over to the center console. I then plugged the Apple cable into the extension cable at that point. This way, I can close the glovebox completely with no wires dangling about.

Now, I have this Apple cable coiled up behind a cup holder mounted phone cradle. This gives me visual and physical access to the phone. If needed, I can pick the phone up and move it towards me with the colied up cable still attached. Most of the time, I simply leave the phone in the cradle and rely on a Bluetooth headset for talking. This setup works for me.

Chwbcca · 01-22-2013, 01:04 PM

This last option sounds like a great idea!

I'll try and give it a shot as soon as we're not -8 degrees out here in Minnesota!

Did you have to do a lot of disassembly?
How long did it take you?

mirapatec · 01-28-2013, 12:31 PM

There was no hassle whatsoever in installing. Only took a minute or two. Just plug the extension in, drop it behind the glove box, and reach underneath and behind to thread it down to the center console. It is a hack, but works. When I get time, I shall probably drill a hole or something and make it look more custom.

One of my friends said the official Apple cable itself was all you need, and when I tested that, yes, it just reached, but there was not much extra to play with in regard to length.

This is an inexpensive and easy way to get it done. I now have easy access to the screen for any adjustments. Since this is my phone I am using, I can also talk on it, as well as FaceTime, although it is a bad angle from that far down.

I look forward to hearing about your results.

01-06-2013, 08:45 PM	#1
Chwbcca Drives: 2007 Toyota Yaris Sedan Manual Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: St Paul, MN Posts: 25	iPhone or iPod outside of the glovebox, a possibility? So I love using my stereo to control my iphone, however, I love to fiddle with it whilst I'm driving, nothing dangerous mostly the GPS and such since I'm a delivery driver. I wanted to know if the glovebox is the only place where the USB cable connects... I've seen factory cables for the iPhone but I don't know if they'll fit my 2012 HB and also whether or not they'll allow my phone to be outside of the glovebox.... Thanks!

01-07-2013, 10:59 AM	#2
why? Only Happy When it Rains View User's Garage Drives: Yaris LB Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: harnett county NC Posts: 4,097	it really depends on how much effort you want to put into it. you could do the simple thing and buy a longer cable, or you could do it the hard way and put the usb imput anywhere you want to in the car, the choice is really up to you. __________________ Colin Chapman disciple

01-09-2013, 01:51 PM	#5
why? Only Happy When it Rains View User's Garage Drives: Yaris LB Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: harnett county NC Posts: 4,097	i doubt there is another port, I'd almost guarantee that is the only one. But with some effort you could relocate it yourself. __________________ Colin Chapman disciple

01-28-2013, 12:31 PM	#8
mirapatec View User's Garage Drives: 2012 Yaris L, 2020 Yaris LE HB Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Georgia, U.S.A. Posts: 211	There was no hassle whatsoever in installing. Only took a minute or two. Just plug the extension in, drop it behind the glove box, and reach underneath and behind to thread it down to the center console. It is a hack, but works. When I get time, I shall probably drill a hole or something and make it look more custom. One of my friends said the official Apple cable itself was all you need, and when I tested that, yes, it just reached, but there was not much extra to play with in regard to length. This is an inexpensive and easy way to get it done. I now have easy access to the screen for any adjustments. Since this is my phone I am using, I can also talk on it, as well as FaceTime, although it is a bad angle from that far down. I look forward to hearing about your results. __________________ 2012 Toyota Yaris L and 2020 Toyota Yaris LE HB

01-08-2013, 07:58 PM	#4
dragoonmc Drives: 07 hatchback Join Date: May 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 118	I ran my cord through the center and out next to the cigarette light socket. There is a rectangle that pops back into the panel

01-13-2013, 02:21 PM	#6
mirapatec View User's Garage Drives: 2012 Yaris L, 2020 Yaris LE HB Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Georgia, U.S.A. Posts: 211	What I did was purchase a short USB extension cable. I plugged that cable extension into the USB outlet. I then ran the extension cable behind the glove box and over to the center console. I then plugged the Apple cable into the extension cable at that point. This way, I can close the glovebox completely with no wires dangling about. Now, I have this Apple cable coiled up behind a cup holder mounted phone cradle. This gives me visual and physical access to the phone. If needed, I can pick the phone up and move it towards me with the colied up cable still attached. Most of the time, I simply leave the phone in the cradle and rely on a Bluetooth headset for talking. This setup works for me.

01-22-2013, 01:04 PM	#7
Chwbcca Drives: 2007 Toyota Yaris Sedan Manual Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: St Paul, MN Posts: 25	This last option sounds like a great idea! I'll try and give it a shot as soon as we're not -8 degrees out here in Minnesota! Did you have to do a lot of disassembly? How long did it take you?