Replacing a Freelander 1 Radio/CD player?

I am using the standard Land Rover CD/Radio player in my 2006 Td4 Freelander 1, and wonder if anyone has managed to fit a modern Player (MP3, etc) into this model, where the steering-wheel controls can still operate the new unit? I am aware there is the type of pre-amp that fits into the cigar lighter socket that uses an ipod device for music, but it’s a fully fitted & functional Player that I’m after. Has anyone been successful? If yes, what did you get and where did you get the parts/player/etc? If not … sigh.

I've got a Pioneer MVH-380BT head unit, with fascia adapter (ebay), harness adapter with steering controls and jack lead (ebay too, most companies give you a free jack lead). All works perfectly. Has Bluetooth streaming (I use this to play my music). Android and iPhone compatible. Front USB socket. Hands free phone calls etc. Doesn't have a cd player.

This kit has everything you need, depending on make of head unit used. Check description.

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/CT24LR01-La...%3A806591ab15a0a5e0b6fdb647ffe8655e%7Ciid%3A2

Make sure, you follow the instructions properly when installing the steering controls patch lead. There's a set sequence of which leads to plus in first.

JC600 said:

This kit has everything you need, depending on make of head unit used. Check description.

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/CT24LR01-Landrover-FreeLander-MK1-TD4-Car-Stereo-Fascia-Steering-Wheel-Interface-/251477419869?hash=item3a8d38e75d:g4cAAOxy~dNTJhkG&_trkparms=pageci%3A930e4e9d-fd09-11e6-aaf8-74dbd18068c6%7Cparentrq%3A806591ab15a0a5e0b6fdb647ffe8655e%7Ciid%3A2

Make sure, you follow the instructions properly when installing the steering controls patch lead. There's a set sequence of which leads to plus in first.

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Thanks, JC600. What you've written has been extremely helpful, especially the fact of connecting it in sequence. Have anice day.

No probs, happy to help.

JC600 said:

This kit has everything you need, depending on make of head unit used. Check description.

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/CT24LR01-Landrover-FreeLander-MK1-TD4-Car-Stereo-Fascia-Steering-Wheel-Interface-/251477419869?hash=item3a8d38e75d:g4cAAOxy~dNTJhkG&_trkparms=pageci%3A930e4e9d-fd09-11e6-aaf8-74dbd18068c6%7Cparentrq%3A806591ab15a0a5e0b6fdb647ffe8655e%7Ciid%3A2

Make sure, you follow the instructions properly when installing the steering controls patch lead. There's a set sequence of which leads to plus in first.

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I've just bought one. Thanks for the great info.

No probs mate.

JC600 said:

This kit has everything you need, depending on make of head unit used. Check description.

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/CT24LR01-Landrover-FreeLander-MK1-TD4-Car-Stereo-Fascia-Steering-Wheel-Interface-/251477419869?hash=item3a8d38e75d:g4cAAOxy~dNTJhkG&_trkparms=pageci%3A930e4e9d-fd09-11e6-aaf8-74dbd18068c6%7Cparentrq%3A806591ab15a0a5e0b6fdb647ffe8655e%7Ciid%3A2

Make sure, you follow the instructions properly when installing the steering controls patch lead. There's a set sequence of which leads to plus in first.

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Hi. I've just installed a CT24LR01 Stereo Steering Wheel Interface Kit into my 2006 Td4, only to discover the steering wheel controls do not work.
You previously mentioned a set sequence of connecting the cables, and to follow the intructions. I didn't recieve any instructions and didn't need the 3.5mm jack plug they included.
I've ewritten to the firm involved, but wonder if you can recall the connection procedure?
Thanks. Otherwise the Hi-Fi (JVC) works great.

If your stereo doesn't use the Jack plug. How does it connect to the steering wheel controls?

Lots of HUs these days can be set to learn what each wheel control does. However this can only work if the HU is connected to the wheel controls in the first place.

As Nodge68 says, you need to plug the jack plug in. It goes into the back of the stereo.
I'll see if I can find the instructions, sure I've got them in the garage.

JC600 said:

As Nodge68 says, you need to plug the jack plug in. It goes into the back of the stereo.
I'll see if I can find the instructions, sure I've got them in the garage.

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Hi, and thanks for all your thoughts & advice.
Firstly, I found the Seller's advert on Ebay conflicted with what they printed on a Diagram sheet that accompanied the Plug’n-play harness. The advert stated, 'no wires to cut', while the Diagrams said otherwise - on the Patch wire. I initially took that to mean I didn’t need to connect the Patch at all, especially as the same sheet also stated it was for 'None-Branded Players' only. That was where it all went wrong. I especially didn't want to cut any cables as the warranty would have gone down the toilet.
I queried it and the supplier replied, suggesting I do need to connect the Patch, which in-turn meant cutting a couple of wires as well as attaching another.
All-in-all, I carried out the new instructions with toungue-in-cheek and it all worked. Phew.
My new player didn't have a 3.5mm Jack-socket so the Patch plug wasn't required, ending-up being insulated with tape.

My new JVC Hi-Fi plays well and I have my Steering-wheel controls too.

I’m now a Happy-Bunny bopping along to MP3 music.

PopRivet said:

My new JVC Hi-Fi plays well and I have my Steering-wheel controls too.

I’m now a Happy-Bunny bopping along to MP3 music.

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Glad the wheel controls work.

I don't like compressed MP3s though. CD has a much better dynamic range.

Cool, glad your sorted mate.