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[JAR897]

Section A - plugs into the ipod/iphone/iphone 3G

Section B - transmits audio only! If you havn't ordered the USB in the car then it will just be a wire with that on both ends which you require. One end goes into the ipod/iphone headphone socket, the other into the car. (Does not support data on the screen or changing tracks from the stero etc).

Section C - USB which plugs into the usb port for those who have it. This allows data to be pulled from the iphone/ipod regarding the tracks and artists etc, so will show up on the car screen. It also allows information to be sent to the ipod/iphone asking to change tracks etc.


OUTCOME: Only those with the USB functionality will have the music information (title, track, artist) on the screen of the car. Only those with USB will be able to change track from steering wheel / dashboard.

Those without will have to do it from the iphone / ipod itself.


If you don't have the USB option get this:
2.5 male to male sterio jack cable

If you do have USB option, get this:
FORD Y-CABLE!


A normal USB cable doesn't work as the usb port encrypts the data bafore it is sent, so only special cables can transmit the data successfully.

Any questions?

[Peter3716]

Hi, just a bit of clarity on the cable if you are NOT using a Y Cable. It should be a 3.5mm to 3.5mm Stereo Lead - connects to the iPod earphone socket >< Fiesta 3.5mm stereo socket. (Front of handbrake area)

Maplin item code L29BA for a 1.5m long version £5.99, although can be far cheaper if you look around.

Sorry JAR897, but the one indicated is misleading.

Cheers

[Nipz]

Nice one!

To admins this needs to be a sticky to help new members!

[vinnyvangough]

Pinned for you all

[smurfs]

It is a 3.5mm connector not 2.5mm as stated, if its a sticky lets get it right, that way it won,t cause anymore problems.

[Jonny87]

3.5mm male stereo jack plug <to> 3.5mm male stereo jack plug


lol you have to be so careful these days

[WelshAde]

are these only available from ford? i take it you dont get one with the car

[Nipz]

are these only available from ford? i take it you dont get one with the car

Only from ford, nothing else works. And im afraid their £20!

[WelshAde]

thought so, ripoff price too

[JAR897]

Yea, only available from ford as the data which needs to be received into the USB port has to be in a specifically encrypted format which the cable does for you.

Ford Parts UK <-- I brought mine from here

They are a bit of a rip off, but still worth the money! lol

[AlexB]

Well, when i got my Fiesta I was using a normal iPod cable to hook my iPhone up to the computer (with a 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable as well) and it worked fine for ages, after a while I started getting a problem where i connected it and the dash computer said 'error reading device' occasionally, so I went and bought one of the ford Y cables and its been fine for a week or so, now I just got the same error reading device!? I can't see why it can't read it even with the proper Y cable... not sure if it's something to take to the dealership?

[AJS63]

USB cable arrived in the post today - excellent service from Allenparts.com
Just need the car to go with it now

[Andy09]

I was curious to know what these cables looked like. I mentioned it whilst looking to buy my car and the salesman threw one in for free, that'll save a job

[Nipz]

I was curious to know what these cables looked like. I mentioned it whilst looking to buy my car and the salesman threw one in for free, that'll save a job

Good work!

I dont no why they dont come free when you order the USB!

[DanGull]

This is good to know - just ordered one, having already bought an extra USB - dock connector lead from the Apple store!

Does anyone use the iPhone 3G with their Fiesta? What's the word on interference on the stereo when a call comes in? Is there any?