ISUDAR PCM 3.1 Wireless Carplay & Android Auto Module for Porsche Panamera Cayenne Macan Cayman Boxster 911 718 Support Reverse Camera Parking Sensor Mirror Link Steering Wheel Control

I am so pleased with the ISUDAR Apple CarPlay kit I installed in my 2014 Porsche Cayenne (PCM 3.1). It comes on almost immediately after starting the car and performs flawlessly. And all of the OEM equipment capabilities are still easily accessible if I ever need them. I did experience some challenges/ learnings installing it so highly recommend watching all the videos and carefully reading through the installation instructions. Along the way I managed to damage one of the ribbon cables and one of the data cables. Thankfully, after reaching out to ISUDAR tech support, they promptly sent out replacements for both. Some key learnings & tips to pass along: 1) Pay attention to the direction of the ribbon cables (blue band facing direction) if you need to detach both ends of a ribbon cable. It matters. 2) Heed the instructions provided on proper ribbon cable seating 3) Don’t detach the clips holding the ribbon cables, ever so gently pull them upwards until the cable releases. The clips can easily break. 4) If you find yourself detaching the front display from its ribbon cables make sure when you reassemble you attach the ribbon cables to the display first and then the other end to the ISUDAR sister board. This will provide you ample hand room to achieve a proper seating. Note this, if you reassemble the unit and you get a black screen a poor ribbon cable seating is likely your issue. 5) Inspect the wires coming into your OEM power connector to see if your vehicle is equipped with fiber optic sound system. If it is you will need to relocate those two fiber optic cables from the OEM power connector to the ISUDAR power connector. If your vehicle has fiber optic sound, they will be the two cables in the lower left-hand side as you look at the rear of the OEM connector. No sound and an inability to switch to other sources, e.g. FM, AM, SAT, AUX, should be your first clue that this is the issue.

The wireless cuts out alot like a lot the max I’ve gone before it cut out was 3 hour but it’s more like 20 mins. I got a anker cable to wire it it and at first it worked then work start cutting out very 30 seconds. It’s not very responsive I would stay away and get a better quality item.

I used this product to add Apple CarPlay functionality to the PCM in my Porsche. Installing the ISUDAR board was straightforward and didn’t require any specialized knowledge. However, I highly recommend reading the installation guide thoroughly and watching the suggested video tutorial before getting started. Patience is key—don’t rush the process! Summary of Installation Steps: 1. Carefully removed the PCM unit from the car and detached the CD unit. 2. Disconnected three ribbon cables from the original OEM board. 3. Installed three pins to create a platform for the new ISUDAR board. 4. Routed the ribbon cables through the ISUDAR board and connected the supplied antenna. Pro Tip: Take photos of all connectors and cables *before unplugging them. This will make reassembly much easier, especially with flat cables, which can be tricky to position correctly. While the product works well, the included paper manual could use significant improvement. For example, the instructions on reconnecting the fiber optic cables (essential for Bose systems) were easy to overlook. Additionally, the first-time setup could be clearer—though in my case, resetting the PCM allowed it to recognize the ISUDAR board quickly, and it smoothly guided me through the CarPlay setup process. Note to the Manufacturer: Improving the clarity of the instructions wouldn’t require much effort. Adding a troubleshooting section to the manual would also be a welcome enhancement.

Pretty simple install. Basically the same as all of the PCM 3.1 CarPlay internal upgrades. In the end, it is a 90% solution, but it preserves the interior and all functions, however inconveniently. Perfect platform if you don’t already have a backup camera. Adding it does add a fair amount of complexity to the install. I have two 2011 Cayenne S vehicles. These upgrades do seem to have inconsistent Bluetooth reliability. Works fine for weeks, then it drops and has to be reconnected as specified in the manual. I use the USB interface since CarPlay is hard on the battery and it keeps my phone charged and it has been rock solid regardless of brand, so far.

I just bought a 2017 Porsche Cayenne SE hybrid. The car is absolutely beautiful However the PCM is dated for 2024. With that being said I came to Amazon to look around to see if I could find something that could cover what I wanted. What I wanted was Android Auto because I'm an Android guy. I happen to land on this page after hours of searching to see if I could find something that would work in my car and do the things that I wanted to do. This is an absolute game changer. My superiorly beautiful car now has an absolutely superior head unit that goes with today times. From the 3D maps that'll update because of my phone to Spotify which I love and appreciate everything is now all the way up. I am very grateful for this item. It is almost $400 and I love cars but I sure as hell didn't install it myself so I had to pay for that However it is 100% worth it. It's a one-time expense and it will really allow you to bring up the level of enjoyment of your car. Also with that being said this does not stop you from using your PCM. Because I have a hybrid SE it is absolutely essential that I can still use my PCM to monitor my electric battery to make sure that it's producing the levels that I need it to produce. I am 100% able to use this brand new aesthetically pleasing piece of technological mastery and still use all of the necessary functions of my PCM. Don't go anywhere else just stop right here and get this. I guarantee you're satisfaction as long as either you install it right or you have someone install it right.

I purchased this for my daughter’s 2013 Porsche Cayenne base so we could add CarPlay to this really nice vehicle. I installed following all the instructions and it worked for about a day. Then it started randomly switching the audio source from CarPlay to a random radio station. Some times this would happen a few times a day, sometimes it would happen every 5 minutes. Working with support is tough. They’re in china so they’re asleep when I’m awake and vice versa. We worked on this off and on for a couple months and their “fix” was to apply a new firmware version. This bricked the isudar device. Luckily it did not hurt the radio and after removing the isudar device I have the radio back to factory. This was an incredible waste of time and money. I suggest finding a device that has US based (or US time) support. Be aware, all of these devices seem to come with an extra wiring harness that you’ll have to try to fit into the small opening behind the radio, in addition to the factory wiring harness. It’s a very tight squeeze.

This completely updated our Cayenne. I don’t know why I waited years to purchase this. It may have been due to installation involved. In reality, the installation was really easy. There are a few nuances to be aware of, such as using higher stand off’s to clear satellite radio (you can’t just remove that - it affects other things. Some DIY videos don’t acknowledge that). Also, with the additional wiring harness required, fitment gets really tight when reinstalling the head unit. Aside from that, this thing is awesome. It works really well and does exactly what you would expect while maintaining the OEM look of the car (yes, backup camera still functions as normal). I do have to occasionally re-pair my phone or restart the unit when it acts up but, it isnt often. This thing is really well engineered and just works well. It’s like getting a new car in a way given the horrendous UI the cayenne comes with for this generation 958.2). I also have a 911 with CarPlay installed from manufacturer and this thing is honestly better considering it has wireless connectivity.

Had this installed for a while now. Was about 90% reliable until I got the new iPhone 17 and it works maybe 25% of the time. Look somewhere else for something better.

Works great in the car. Needed some help after I broke the antenna installing the PCM. Contacted Isudar and they provided new ones at a small cost. Excellent customer service.

The item did not work at all. I asked to be refunded or exchanged and jetsouq charged me 1100AED of fees. 70% of my order. Absolutely a scam.

Really poor support devices keeps disconnecting from bluetooth. Sound keeps switching to different source. Multiple messages to support have gone without reply. Don't bother, if I could give least thana single star I would.

Firstly, product came next day and packaging was good. Installation was so easy, anyone can do it if you know how to hold a screwdriver. Soon as you plug it in it works and only used it for 24 hours but works great. Connects instantly and have had no issues as yet. Great product and a must upgrade.

I’ve only had this CarPlay module installed for a couple of days, but so far, I’m really impressed. It arrived the next day, which was a big plus. I was originally considering a replacement head unit from AliExpress, but the fact that I could keep my original Porsche system and simply add this module made the decision easy. While the product was listed as compatible with my 2015 Macan, there were a few small discrepancies I wish I had known in advance. For example, I had to double up on some pins during installation, and the green power cable didn’t fit where the instructions suggested — I had to find a workaround. Not a huge issue if you’re handy (I’m comfortable building computers), but worth noting. The installation process took about 3 hours and had its stressful moments. One frustrating bit was reattaching the CD cover — the added bulk from the new cables made it a tight fit. Better instructions or clearer video guides would have really helped here. Functionally, it works well and retains most of the car’s original features, which was my main goal. However, there are a few caveats: • The front parking sensors don’t show on screen unless the car is in reverse — they only beep otherwise. • The CarPlay connects via WiFi, which interfered with my dash cam’s connection. • Initially, I had the module on 5G WiFi, but the screen froze and even went fuzzy once. Restarting the engine fixed it, and switching to 2G seems to have solved the issue. • The screen brightness feels a bit low, and there doesn’t seem to be an option to adjust it. Despite these minor issues, I’m really happy with the result. The audio quality remains strong, the touchscreen is responsive, and overall, this is a much better solution than replacing the whole unit. For anyone moderately tech-savvy, I’d definitely recommend it — just be prepared for a bit of a learning curve during installation.