usb/3.5 jack relocate + usb charger

[BRZranger]

MODs Please relocated to DIY.

I wanted to run a USB cord to my iPod and put my iPod in the trunk while keeping cable. I was able to remove the center console parts and relocate the USB under the center armrest mount into the trunk where I keep my iPod with the spare tire (with a 10 ft USB extension cord).

I also relocated the 3.5 jack to the glovebox using a male/male 3.5 jack cable. From the glovebox, I ran a USB charger from the glovebox charger to the center console cubby (below HVAC).

The end result is that my USB cable and iPod are totally hidden and I have a nice convenient USB charger that hides in the center cubby hole.

[BRZranger]

1) You remove the bottom most passenger-side left knee panel.
2) You stick your finger back behind the USB plug, push it out, and unplug the assembly.

2.5) I remove the USB assembly front cover.
3) I replug the USB assembly under the passenger side left knee panel and run a USB cord through it (running the rest of the cable under the center armrest, through the back seat to the trunk, into my iPod). I also run a 3.5 male/male extension from it, into the glovebox.

4) From the hidden glovebox charger, I run a phone charger to the center cubby hole.



5) I pull the cubby hole straight out of the center console.
6) I drill a hole on the back of the cubby hole and run my phone charger through there.

7) Reassemble the cubby hole and the passenger left-knee panel.
8) I put some tape no the USB assembly cover and stick it to the original spot (it doesn't clip in).
9) The finished effect is: A clean "stock" appearance; My iPod is secured in the locked trunk with no visible wires exposed; my 3.5 jack is still functional and plugs in the glove box; and my phone charger can be tucked away when not in use.

I was able to put the iPod near the spare tire under the carpet. Only down side, is the original USB/3.5 jack are not in the original location and that USB cover is essentially just for show (But you could put some kind of button there instead... like aftermarket push to start).

Some of these are pics from Lil Abner's DIY post that I used to remove the center cubby.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...center+console

[rice_classic]

The factory USB port doesn't act as a power source does it?

[BRZranger]

Originally Posted by rice_classic

The factory USB port doesn't act as a power source does it?

Actually, I believe it does. Its been keeping my iPod classic charged.

[rice_classic]

Originally Posted by brzranger

Actually, I believe it does. Its been keeping my iPod classic charged.

On my non-iPhone phone, it shows it's charging for about 10 seconds then my phone illustrates it's not charging anymore. I wonder if it only charges Apple devices (aka devices the deck recognizes the interface).

[BRZranger]

Originally Posted by rice_classic

On my non-iPhone phone, it shows it's charging for about 10 seconds then my phone illustrates it's not charging anymore. I wonder if it only charges Apple devices (aka devices the deck recognizes the interface).

I've not recently tried to charge my Galaxy Nexus, but I vaguely remember that it was more if a trickle charge.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by rice_classic

On my non-iPhone phone, it shows it's charging for about 10 seconds then my phone illustrates it's not charging anymore. I wonder if it only charges Apple devices (aka devices the deck recognizes the interface).

It charges my Droid X fine. Maybe your phone requires more voltage than the port puts out. I've had that issue before with other in-car USB chargers.

[diirk]

Relocating the USB is a great idea. Do you think it would be possible to run a splitter for the USB so I can retain the stock location and have a 2nd location in the glove box?

[jjkerr626]

Hello all, up here in Canada what they do is they put the USB port and 3.5mm plug inside the glove box. This is stupid because than you can't close the glovebox lid. However I would like to try and purchase the US version of this part which is shown in brzrangers first photo.

Does anyone know the part number or have one for sale? Thank you.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by jjkerr626

Hello all, up here in Canada what they do is they put the USB port and 3.5mm plug inside the glove box. This is stupid because than you can't close the glovebox lid.... .

I assume you are saying you can't close the glove box because you need your device to control it, correct?

I would actually prefer if the USB/3.5mm plug was in the glovebox (or at least duplicated there) because I only use it for a dedicated iPod which is controlled by the head unit. I don't need access to the device.

[jjkerr626]

Originally Posted by Dadhawk

I assume you are saying you can't close the glove box because you need your device to control it, correct?

I would actually prefer if the USB/3.5mm plug was in the glovebox (or at least duplicated there) because I only use it for a dedicated iPod which is controlled by the head unit. I don't need access to the device.

Yes I can't seem to close the door when the cable is out. It's actually the iPhone so it's not something I really leave in the car. Maybe if I can find this part I can somehow put a splitter and have the one in the GB and the one on the dash...

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by jjkerr626

Yes I can't seem to close the door when the cable is out. It's actually the iPhone so it's not something I really leave in the car. Maybe if I can find this part I can somehow put a splitter and have the one in the GB and the one on the dash...

I tried a hub but the headunit doesn't support one unfortunately. Haven't done any research to see if just splitting it would let one or the other work.

[Jimbo]

What was the reason for putting it the trunk area?

-J

[BRZranger]

Originally Posted by Jimbo

What was the reason for putting it the trunk area?

-J

So I could keep my iPod locked in the trunk.