Fitting SatNav neatly to a 2015 XC60

toml2020 · Jan 21st, 2021, 19:49

I was disappointed to find the built-in media system in my 2015 XC60 has no SatNav as standard. While windscreen mounted aftermarket satnavs are common, I wanted something a bit neater. I found a solution with by making a small aluminium plate which attaches to the plastic frame surround with two screws. The wiring runs in behind the trim and down to the 12V socket via the 5V converter. This socket switches on/off with the car ignition - ideal.
The satnav I used is a Garmin DriveSmart 61 with 7" screen. It has wifi updates of maps for-life, connecting to your home wifi.

Ive attached pic of the plastic surround and solution. The hardest part is taking the trim apart but there are several videos on YouTube for guidance.

Easington · Jan 22nd, 2021, 08:16

Looks a nice neat job Tom

MikeIOW · Jan 22nd, 2021, 16:53

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Originally Posted by Easington

Looks a nice neat job Tom

But not a neat Tom Tom job

Longweekend · Jan 22nd, 2021, 18:10

Its a pity there isn't a screen which you could run Apple Car Play through which would fit into the designated place..

BJB · Jan 22nd, 2021, 21:09

Only a suggestion. Have you checked out Brodit Proclips ? They make holders for Sar Nav, phones etc for nearly everything , as well as fixings to Dash on most vehicles.

Longweekend · Jan 23rd, 2021, 14:35

Will have a look thanks....

XC90Mk1 · Jan 23rd, 2021, 16:15

Well thought of. I didn’t even know you could get a 2015 XC60 without navigation.

toml2020 · Feb 6th, 2021, 16:22

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Originally Posted by XC90Mk1

Well thought of. I didn’t even know you could get a 2015 XC60 without navigation.

yeah, I was surprised no SatNav, but experiencing hassle and cost with main dealer map updates on my Merc I'd rather have control of that aspect!

laing · Feb 6th, 2021, 17:40

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Originally Posted by toml2020

yeah, I was surprised no SatNav, but experiencing hassle and cost with main dealer map updates on my Merc I'd rather have control of that aspect!

I too was unaware that some models had no satnav until I viewed one back in October from a main dealer. I was surprised when the sales person told me there was no satnav they also informed me that as it didnt have satnav it was only a 5 inch screen as opposed to the 7 inch with satnavmy response after test driving it was I like it but i'm not paying £15500 for a car without satnav
I eventually found what I was looking for with satnav included

Jan 22nd, 2021, 08:16	#2
Easington Master Member Last Online: Jul 28th, 2023 12:45 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Lincolnshire	Looks a nice neat job Tom __________________ V60 Cross Country D4 (2.4 5 cylinder) AWD Lux Nav Geartronic 2016 - Electric Silver, Polestar Optimisation and Police Spec Dipstick

Jan 22nd, 2021, 18:10	#4
Longweekend Junior Member Last Online: Apr 20th, 2024 16:48 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Cheshire	Its a pity there isn't a screen which you could run Apple Car Play through which would fit into the designated place..

Jan 22nd, 2021, 21:09	#5
BJB Member Last Online: Mar 7th, 2024 19:05 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Ashley Heath	Only a suggestion. Have you checked out Brodit Proclips ? They make holders for Sar Nav, phones etc for nearly everything , as well as fixings to Dash on most vehicles.

Jan 23rd, 2021, 14:35	#6
Longweekend Junior Member Last Online: Apr 20th, 2024 16:48 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Cheshire	Will have a look thanks....

Jan 23rd, 2021, 16:15	#7
XC90Mk1 Premier Member Last Online: Feb 16th, 2024 13:43 Join Date: May 2018 Location: Na	Well thought of. I didn’t even know you could get a 2015 XC60 without navigation.

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