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Honda Jazz Mk4 2020 - / Re: Spacesaver spare wheel
« Last post by davejazz on May 05, 2024, 06:53:43 PM »In this situation of a slowish puncture, and you decide to carefully drive on to the next (motorway) services, I had heard that the breakdown companies won’t attend; as they would if you are on the hard shoulder.
I would love to have this possible myth dismantled!
As I have not yet experienced this dire situation far from home yet (fingers crossed!) I cannot tell you about the demeanour of breakdown companies.
My only "slow puncture" so far occured only five miles from home and I was able to go to the tyre shop of my choice and they were like: "What do you want? - Everything looks okay!" - Yes - That's because I inflated the tyre before I drove to you!
Turned out there was a screw in the tyre and they were able to remove it and safely fix the puncture because I didn't apply the gunk.
So, I'm a bit at a loss regarding the "myth" part of your posting - care to clarify?
The “myth” part of my post, was that the services were not classed as the highway for breakdown assist, and a removal truck would be required, (at a cost), for onward travel to a garage for repair.
I await the thoughts of others.
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Honda Jazz Mk3 2015 - 2020 / New Head Unit/Infotainment
« Last post by UKjim on May 05, 2024, 06:39:27 PM »I'm in Greater Manchester.
Installed about 2 weeks ago and installed another in my friend's car last weekend, he also removed his Alpine for the same reasons as me.
Not really explored all the features of the Android side as I use it on CarPlay all the time, but the range of applications is immense on Android. Haven't really noticed any negatives up to now other than the fact that the RHD version of the faceplate does not have a cutout for the passenger SRS warning light, I simply connected it and left it behind the fascia, it annoyed me anyway. This will not fail an MOT as a lot of cars don't even have this feature, my MX-5 for one.
Sound quality is every bit as good as the Alpine or maybe a little better. I'll take a few photos tomorrow.
You need to order directly from the JOYING store on AliExpress, current price is around £300. I sent them a message with a photo of the rear of my Honda headunit so they knew how to configure the unit for me & include the correct loom and CANBUS controller. Everything was plug & play and it worked straight out of the box. I will attach a photo of the rear of the Honda HU in case you don't have one.
Installed about 2 weeks ago and installed another in my friend's car last weekend, he also removed his Alpine for the same reasons as me.
Not really explored all the features of the Android side as I use it on CarPlay all the time, but the range of applications is immense on Android. Haven't really noticed any negatives up to now other than the fact that the RHD version of the faceplate does not have a cutout for the passenger SRS warning light, I simply connected it and left it behind the fascia, it annoyed me anyway. This will not fail an MOT as a lot of cars don't even have this feature, my MX-5 for one.
Sound quality is every bit as good as the Alpine or maybe a little better. I'll take a few photos tomorrow.
You need to order directly from the JOYING store on AliExpress, current price is around £300. I sent them a message with a photo of the rear of my Honda headunit so they knew how to configure the unit for me & include the correct loom and CANBUS controller. Everything was plug & play and it worked straight out of the box. I will attach a photo of the rear of the Honda HU in case you don't have one.
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Honda Jazz Mk4 2020 - / Re: Mk4 2021 Jazz Brake failure
« Last post by Bristol_Crosstar on May 05, 2024, 06:04:20 PM »Like many others, I’m concerned every time I get in the car now.I changed my 70 plate Crosstar a couple of weeks ago, had brake fluid replaced last August and brakes were fine when I p/ex it. Didn't affect the trade in price.
So far have had the passenger side wing mirror problem and front windscreen washer replaced.
Had Honda Jazz for many years now and all been super reliable, mine is a Crosstar 20 plate so would be interested if anyone else is so far trouble free.
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Honda Jazz Mk4 2020 - / Re: Buying Advice - Jazz Advance
« Last post by Dave T on May 05, 2024, 05:48:14 PM »I am new to Honda Cars (been with Skoda last 25 years). I have the Jazz Advance registered in May 23 and purchased it a few weeks back for Honda in Gatwick. Ex demo with really low mileage, as new.
I have a part time job at Portbury Docks near Bristol and I drive many brands of new cars off the container ships as they arrive in the UK. The Honda, Toyotas and Mazdas were in my view streets ahead of other makes.
It was a close run call between a Honda Jazz and a Toyota Yaris Cross, but for my circumstances the space in the Jazz and the magic seats made it a winner. Now my Jazz Advance has a massive 3000 miles showing
it has its first service later this week, and I have been really pleased with it. It came with a 5 years service plan so even better...
So now I am thinking about extending the warranty for another 3 years after the initial 3. There is currently £100 off the price so makes it more appealing. It is peace of mind really with all the electronics in the modern Hybrid...
I have a part time job at Portbury Docks near Bristol and I drive many brands of new cars off the container ships as they arrive in the UK. The Honda, Toyotas and Mazdas were in my view streets ahead of other makes.
It was a close run call between a Honda Jazz and a Toyota Yaris Cross, but for my circumstances the space in the Jazz and the magic seats made it a winner. Now my Jazz Advance has a massive 3000 miles showing
it has its first service later this week, and I have been really pleased with it. It came with a 5 years service plan so even better...
So now I am thinking about extending the warranty for another 3 years after the initial 3. There is currently £100 off the price so makes it more appealing. It is peace of mind really with all the electronics in the modern Hybrid...
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Honda Jazz Mk3 2015 - 2020 / Re: New Head Unit/Infotainment
« Last post by zesty_bum on May 05, 2024, 05:40:31 PM »Your “pros” are pretty exhaustive actually 
any cons? Sounds like it needs some configuration from the seller in order for it to work
any cons? Sounds like it needs some configuration from the seller in order for it to work16
Honda Jazz Mk3 2015 - 2020 / Re: New Head Unit/Infotainment
« Last post by zesty_bum on May 05, 2024, 05:38:52 PM »Wow this sounds amazing, hats off to you for doing the research!
Would you mind sharing some pictures/videos? Would love to see the end result. Have you had it long enough to have a list of pros and cons? Overall it sounds impressive.
I’ve ordered a few bits and bobs from Ali Express - impressed with the delivery and comms from sellers on the platform. Which seller did you use on Ali Express?
I’m from Manchester, but currently settled in Berkshire. Whereabouts are you based?
Would you mind sharing some pictures/videos? Would love to see the end result. Have you had it long enough to have a list of pros and cons? Overall it sounds impressive.
I’ve ordered a few bits and bobs from Ali Express - impressed with the delivery and comms from sellers on the platform. Which seller did you use on Ali Express?
I’m from Manchester, but currently settled in Berkshire. Whereabouts are you based?
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Honda Jazz Mk3 2015 - 2020 / Re: paint bubbling / lacquer peeling
« Last post by richardfrost on May 05, 2024, 04:46:54 PM »I’ve had water ingress on a sensor give false readings, mostly in really heavy rain. I’d get the seal replaced by them if I was you.
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Honda Jazz Mk4 2020 - / Re: Jazz / Crosstar Warranty AGAIN
« Last post by ColinS on May 05, 2024, 04:23:58 PM »including the warranty, was transferred to me as it effectively belongs to the vehicle and not the purchaser.
That was true of the original warranty but according to my dealer, not the case with an extended guarantee/warranty.
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Honda Jazz Mk4 2020 - / Re: Spacesaver spare wheel
« Last post by Expatman on May 05, 2024, 04:05:44 PM »The real problem with changing a wheel by the roadside is that it's very dangerous. My neighbour who was a Police traffic cop told me that many people get badly injured by passing traffic while changing a wheel. His advice was to immediately summon breakdown service and let them sort it out. AA etc now carry universal fit spares which will get you home or to a tyre repair centre.
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Honda Jazz Mk3 2015 - 2020 / Re: New Head Unit/Infotainment
« Last post by UKjim on May 05, 2024, 04:05:25 PM »I’ve just removed my Alpine iLX705D and replaced it with a Chinese Joying unit and I’m very pleased with it. I’ll provide a few reasons why I swapped.
1. Alpine screen is small by current standards and it never quite looked factory fitted using the Connects2 fascia
2. Several unexplained crashes.
3. Navigation on wireless CarPlay was useless, Alpine is one of the few manufacturers that require the speed sensor wire to be connected and I couldn’t find where to connect it, trawled the internet for weeks on end & got nowhere. Without that connected GPS signal was frequently being lost and made the navigation useless.
By contrast the Joying unit was better in many ways.
1. Cheaper, much less than your £500
2. Easy to fit, totally plug & play, no soldering or cutting wires.
3. Bigger & better screen
4. Better looking and ‘more factory’
5. Better integration with the car.
6. Navigation works flawlessly when using wireless CarPlay, no need for speed sensor.
7. Native Android system, so more versatile.
Takes about an 1-2 hours to remove the existing radio and install the new one if you don’t need a reverse camera.
Ordered via AliExpress on a weekend after discussing my requirements by messages, unit was dispatched from China on the following Tuesday after they configured it to my car and incredibly after a journey from China via, India and Dubai to Heathrow, delivered to me in Lancashire on Friday of the same week via FedEx and delivery was free, incredible! I have contacted them a couple of times with questions after purchase and they reply quickly.
The only disadvantage is no onboard DAB but that sounds rubbish anyway so I wasn’t bothered. If you want DAB you can add a USB version for £20 or so.
I found adapters for the Honda GPS antenna, which was factory fitted even though I don’t have NAV. The unit comes with built in FM aerial and USB adapters to pick up the factory loom.
If you are near me I’d gladly fit it for you or if you want further details let me know.
1. Alpine screen is small by current standards and it never quite looked factory fitted using the Connects2 fascia
2. Several unexplained crashes.
3. Navigation on wireless CarPlay was useless, Alpine is one of the few manufacturers that require the speed sensor wire to be connected and I couldn’t find where to connect it, trawled the internet for weeks on end & got nowhere. Without that connected GPS signal was frequently being lost and made the navigation useless.
By contrast the Joying unit was better in many ways.
1. Cheaper, much less than your £500
2. Easy to fit, totally plug & play, no soldering or cutting wires.
3. Bigger & better screen
4. Better looking and ‘more factory’
5. Better integration with the car.
6. Navigation works flawlessly when using wireless CarPlay, no need for speed sensor.
7. Native Android system, so more versatile.
Takes about an 1-2 hours to remove the existing radio and install the new one if you don’t need a reverse camera.
Ordered via AliExpress on a weekend after discussing my requirements by messages, unit was dispatched from China on the following Tuesday after they configured it to my car and incredibly after a journey from China via, India and Dubai to Heathrow, delivered to me in Lancashire on Friday of the same week via FedEx and delivery was free, incredible! I have contacted them a couple of times with questions after purchase and they reply quickly.
The only disadvantage is no onboard DAB but that sounds rubbish anyway so I wasn’t bothered. If you want DAB you can add a USB version for £20 or so.
I found adapters for the Honda GPS antenna, which was factory fitted even though I don’t have NAV. The unit comes with built in FM aerial and USB adapters to pick up the factory loom.
If you are near me I’d gladly fit it for you or if you want further details let me know.
