Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Solutions for Australian-market and Japanese domestic vehicles, including selected BMW and Mercedes-Benz region services.
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Vehicle technology. Installed properly.
CarPlay, cameras, audio, ambient lighting, digital clusters and vehicle coding—matched to your vehicle, installed at our Molendinar workshop and demonstrated before you leave.
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MolendinarDedicated Gold Coast workshop
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Open a service category to review compatibility and inclusions, or browse vehicle-specific installations. All prices displayed on the website include GST.
JDM vehicle services
Australian radio and navigation region work for compatible Japanese-imported BMW and Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Review JDM servicesProgramming & coding
BMW and Mercedes-Benz CarPlay activation, interface upgrades, map services and compatible convenience coding.
Review coding servicesAmbient lighting
Vehicle-specific interior lighting planned, installed and configured for a clean integrated finish.
Review ambient lightingCameras, audio & safety
Dash cameras, reverse-camera solutions, speaker upgrades and related vehicle technology installations.
Review accessoriesClusters, lighting & styling
Digital instrument clusters, compatible headlights, taillights, grilles and carefully fitted vehicle upgrades.
Review vehicle upgradesKnow your vehicle details? Browse the installation catalogue by service, year, make and model.
What you get
One complete workshop service.
AR Customs handles the selection, supply, installation, configuration and handover. You are booking the finished result—not buying a loose product and searching for an installer.
Correct vehicle fit
We check the make, model, year, factory screen, camera, controls and existing equipment before work begins.
Supply and installation
The compatible equipment, fitting parts and professional workshop installation stay together in one accountable job.
Integration and testing
Supported factory cameras, steering-wheel controls, audio, microphones and vehicle functions are connected and tested.
Setup and handover
We configure the system, connect your phone and demonstrate the important functions before you leave.
350+Compatible systems available
Within 7 daysWhen your selected product is in stock
GST includedIn every displayed website price
WarrantyOn supplied equipment and installation
How to book
From vehicle details to finished installation.
Choose a service online or send us your vehicle details if you need compatibility advice. The booking, preparation and workshop handover remain one clear process.
Choose
Select the result
Browse the service catalogue or tell us what you want to improve.
Identify
Share vehicle details
Add the make, model, year and a clear dashboard photo where requested.
Confirm
Review compatibility
We check the factory equipment and provide up to three suitable options with clear GST-inclusive pricing.
Book
Choose workshop time
Select an available appointment through the existing booking process.
Install
Collect it ready to use
We install, configure, test, connect your phone and demonstrate the important functions.
Ready to continue?
Book directly or confirm compatibility first.
Detailed service information
Compatibility, inclusions and options.
Open only the category you need. These details explain the work available before you browse a vehicle-specific installation or request compatibility advice.
01Apple CarPlay & Android AutoAustralian and JDM vehicles
Upgrade your car properly — without losing its factory features
We will install the right Apple CarPlay or Android Auto system for your vehicle and configure it to work with the features you already use.
You will get modern navigation, music, hands-free calls, voice control and smartphone access on your vehicle’s screen. We will also connect the factory reverse camera and steering-wheel controls wherever the vehicle supports integration.
With more than 350 systems in stock, we know how to match the right unit to different vehicle dashboards, factory screens and audio systems. When your selected product is in stock, we will install it within 5 days of your request.
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto for Australian vehicles
We select, install and set up everything for you
We will check your vehicle’s make, model, year and existing equipment before recommending a system. This prevents you from buying a unit that does not fit, does not support your factory camera or cannot operate with your steering-wheel controls.
- Correct system selection for your vehicle
- Secure vehicle-specific installation
- Factory reverse-camera connection
- Steering-wheel control connection
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto setup
- Bluetooth and phone connection
- Audio and microphone testing
- Customer demonstration before you leave
We do not add hidden installation charges.
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto for JDM vehicles
We know how to upgrade Japanese import vehicles
Japanese Domestic Market vehicles often have navigation systems, radio frequencies and factory displays designed specifically for Japan. We have installed CarPlay systems into JDM vehicles and know how to deal with these common compatibility problems.
We will inspect your vehicle, identify the correct installation method and fit a system that makes Australian navigation, music, calls and reversing easier to use.
- Japanese factory navigation systems
- Incorrect radio frequency settings
- Japanese multimedia systems
- Factory reverse-camera integration
- Steering-wheel controls
- Vehicle-specific CarPlay systems
- Australian smartphone connectivity
02BMW services for JDM vehiclesAustralian region conversion
Make your imported BMW work better in Australia
We have worked with Japanese-imported BMW systems and know how to adapt compatible vehicles for Australian use. We will check your BMW’s head unit, navigation system and software before recommending the correct solution.
Radio frequency region change
Listen to Australian FM stations
Japanese BMWs often use different radio frequency settings. We will change the compatible radio-region settings so your BMW can receive Australian FM stations correctly.
Navigation region change
Use your BMW navigation in Australia
We will convert compatible Japanese BMW navigation systems for Australian roads, locations and destinations.
Map updates
Bring your navigation up to date
We will update compatible BMW navigation maps with Australian coverage and newer road information, so your factory navigation becomes more useful every day.
RTTI activation
Activate live traffic information
We will activate Real-Time Traffic Information on compatible BMW systems, helping your navigation provide more useful traffic information while you drive.
03Mercedes-Benz services for JDM vehiclesRadio and navigation conversion
We convert your imported Mercedes-Benz for Australian driving
We have completed region-change work on compatible Japanese-imported Mercedes-Benz systems. We will inspect your vehicle and configure the radio and navigation functions for Australian use.
Navigation region change
We will convert compatible Japanese navigation systems for Australian roads, locations and destinations.
Radio frequency region change
We will adjust compatible Mercedes-Benz radio systems for Australian FM frequencies and local radio stations.
04Ambient lightingIntegrated cabin lighting
Ambient Lighting Installation in Molendinar on the Gold Coast
We will select and install an ambient lighting system to suit your vehicle and preferences. We work with vehicles of all makes and install the system so that all wiring and connections are completely hidden.
Style and comfort for your interior
Ambient lighting transforms your vehicle’s interior, giving it a more modern and premium look. The soft lighting looks especially striking at night and lets you create an atmosphere that suits your style.
Change the colours and brightness to match your mood, highlight different areas of the cabin and bring out the design of your vehicle’s interior.
What’s included in the standard installation
- Three illuminated areas in each door panel: the door handles, decorative trims and door pockets
- Lighting for the dashboard, centre console and cup holders
- Seat and footwell lighting
- Two-zone lighting, allowing you to select different colours for different areas of the cabin
Control and factory integration
Adjust the colour and brightness using a smartphone app. Hidden colour-change buttons can also be installed on request.
For many BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz vehicles manufactured from 2015 onwards and fitted with factory ambient lighting, we can integrate control of the new lighting into the vehicle’s factory ambient lighting settings.
Pricing and installation time
Installation prices start from:
- $800 including GST for two-seat vehicles. Installation takes one day.
- $1,400 including GST for vehicles with front and rear seats. Installation takes two days.
The final price depends on your vehicle and the package you choose. We will confirm the price and installation details before starting the work.
Warranty and demonstration
Our installations come with a two-year warranty. We also have a demonstration vehicle so you can see how ambient lighting looks in a car interior.
05BMW programming & codingCompatible factory functions
Unlock the BMW features already built into your vehicle
BMW vehicles often contain functions that are installed but not activated. We know how to check the vehicle’s software and activate supported features correctly.
Apple CarPlay activation
We will activate Apple CarPlay on compatible BMW systems so you can use navigation, music, calls, messages and voice control through the factory display.
Full-screen Apple CarPlay
We will enable full-screen Apple CarPlay on compatible BMW head units, giving you a cleaner and more useful display.
Video in motion
We will activate compatible video functions for passenger use while the vehicle is moving. Safety requirements and local laws must always be followed.
NBT EVO ID4 to ID6 upgrade
We will upgrade compatible NBT EVO ID4 systems to the newer ID6 interface, giving your BMW a more modern appearance and user experience.
Screen mirroring
We will activate compatible screen-mirroring functions so supported smartphone content can be displayed through the BMW screen.
Start-stop function programming
We will adjust supported automatic start-stop settings to match your preferred driving behaviour.
06Mercedes-Benz programming & codingCompatible feature activation
We know how to activate more from your Mercedes-Benz
We will inspect your Mercedes-Benz system, confirm compatibility and activate supported features without replacing the entire vehicle multimedia system.
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto activation
We will activate Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on compatible Mercedes-Benz systems, giving you access to navigation, music, calls and voice control.
AMG menu activation
We will activate supported AMG menus and performance displays on compatible Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Video in motion
We will activate compatible passenger video functions while driving, subject to safety requirements and local laws.
Start-stop function programming
We will adjust supported start-stop settings to suit your preferred driving experience.
07Accessories & vehicle upgradesSound, safety, lighting and styling
We will complete the upgrade properly
We do more than install screens. We also upgrade the sound, appearance, lighting and technology inside and outside your vehicle.
Dash cameras
Protect yourself on the road
We will install a discreet dash camera and position it correctly so it records the road without creating unnecessary visibility problems.
Speaker upgrades
Make your music sound better
We will select and install speakers that match your vehicle’s doors, audio system and amplifier. The result will be clearer sound, stronger vocals and improved overall audio quality.
Digital clusters
Give your dashboard a modern appearance
We will replace compatible factory instrument displays with a digital cluster that gives your vehicle a newer and more advanced interior.
Headlights & taillights
Refresh the exterior of your vehicle
We will install compatible headlights and taillights that modernise the vehicle’s appearance while maintaining correct fitment and operation.
Grilles
Change the look of the front of your car
We will supply and install a replacement grille that matches your vehicle’s model and desired styling.
Visit the workshop
Built for careful installs, not rushed handovers.
All installations are completed at the AR Customs workshop in Molendinar. Your booking details let us prepare the compatible equipment, fitting parts and workshop time before the vehicle arrives.
- Address
- Unit 17/25 Industrial Ave, Molendinar QLD 4214
- Hours
- Mon - Fri 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Before you book
Useful answers, up front.
Compatibility, pricing, supplied equipment and payment—these answers cover the essentials before you reserve workshop time.
Your make, model, year, requested service and an accurate dashboard photo for head unit, CarPlay or vehicle-specific work.
Use the Services filters to select the service, year, make and model. AR Customs confirms the exact vehicle and factory equipment before workshop work begins.
Yes. All service prices displayed on the AR Customs website include GST. Compatible optional extras and any enabled payment processing cost are shown before confirmation.
AR Customs installs units, accessories and installation parts supplied by AR Customs only.
At Unit 17/25 Industrial Ave, Molendinar QLD 4214.
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Your vehicle. One complete service.
Choose the upgrade. We handle the fit.
Browse by vehicle when you know what you need, or send your details and let AR Customs confirm compatibility before you book.