Carlinklife Linux Screen Upgrade for Mazda 3 2014-2018 with Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto

Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto screen for the 2014-2018 Mazda 3

This Carlinklife unit replaces the factory infotainment screen in a third-generation Mazda 3 (US model years 2014–2018) with an HD touchscreen that runs wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto. Navigation, music, calls and messages from your phone show on the dash, and your phone reconnects automatically after the first setup.

According to the supplier, it keeps your original steering wheel controls and supports the factory backup camera.

This is a Linux-based replacement screen, not an Android head unit and not an add-on module. It cannot install apps such as YouTube or Netflix. It replaces the original Mazda display and system. Choose the left-hand drive (LHD) or right-hand drive (RHD) version to match your car.

Key features

• HD touchscreen: A modern touchscreen in place of the original Mazda 3 display.
• Wireless Apple CarPlay: Apple Maps, Google Maps or Waze, calls, messages, music and Siri on compatible iPhones.
• Wireless Android Auto: Google Maps or Waze, calls, music and Google Assistant on compatible Android phones.
• Keeps steering wheel controls: The supplier says the original wheel buttons stay functional.
• Factory backup camera support: The original reverse camera view can show on the screen when you shift into reverse.
• Vehicle-specific fit: Dedicated wiring harness and mounting bracket, with no cutting or drilling required, per the supplier.

Linux system, not Android

The Linux system is built for fast startup and a stable wireless CarPlay and Android Auto connection, with a simple interface. Because it is not Android, there is no app store and you cannot add apps to the screen itself. Navigation and streaming run from your phone, so you need a compatible iPhone or Android phone to use the main features.

Check your Mazda 3 before ordering

This screen is made for the third-generation Mazda 3 (BM/BN, sold in some markets as the Axela), US model years 2014–2018, in sedan and hatchback form. The 2019 and newer Mazda 3 is a different generation and does not fit.

Carlinklife asks buyers to match the version to their original dashboard and factory display style, and does not say how the unit works with the Mazda Connect control knob. Confirm your car with us before ordering: send us a clear photo of your dashboard and factory screen, and we will check it with the supplier.

What's included

• Linux touchscreen unit × 1
• Vehicle-specific wiring harness × 1
• Vehicle-specific mounting bracket × 1

Specifications

• Screen: HD touchscreen
• Operating system: Linux (not Android); cannot install apps
• Phone projection: Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto
• Voice control: Siri and Google Assistant through CarPlay and Android Auto
• Retained factory features: Steering wheel controls, factory backup camera
• Fits: Mazda 3, third generation (US 2014–2018), LHD and RHD versions
• Installation: Plug-and-play with vehicle-specific harness
• Screen size, resolution and processor: not published by Carlinklife. Contact us for full specs before ordering.
• Warranty: 12 months from purchase (Carlinklife)

Setup notes

Installation means removing dash trim and the factory screen, so consider a professional installer if you are not comfortable with that. Use plastic trim tools to avoid marking the dash. Before you refit the trim, test power, touch response, CarPlay or Android Auto pairing, audio, the steering wheel buttons and the reverse camera. Pair your phone while parked, and treat the camera view as an aid only: always check your surroundings.

Fit check, shipping, returns and warranty

• Free fit check before you order: email info@mycarstuff.shop or use our contact page with your vehicle's make, model and year, plus clear photos of your dashboard and factory screen. We'll confirm with Carlinklife that this unit fits before you buy.
• Free shipping: free standard shipping within the U.S., shipped from Carlinklife. Standard delivery usually takes 5–8 business days. Need it sooner? Contact us about expedited shipping (usually 3–5 business days, extra fee).
• Returns: 30-day money-back guarantee from delivery. Contact us to start a return and we'll provide a return shipping label. Items that arrive defective or that we sent in error get a full refund. Other returns have a restocking fee: unopened, 10% within 13 days of delivery or 20% after; opened or used, 20% within 13 days or 30–50% after. Include all accessories and the original packaging. Refunds are processed within 7–15 business days after the return is inspected.
• Warranty and support: 12-month Carlinklife warranty from the purchase date, with extended warranty options available within 30 days of purchase. Contact us for help, or contact Carlinklife's support team directly with your My Car Stuff order confirmation.

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