{"title":"3rd Gen 4Runner \u0026 Hilux Surf Head Units (96–02)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHead units, CarPlay stereos and fascia kits for the 3rd Gen 4Runner \/ Hilux Surf (N180\/N185, 1996–2002). The factory single-DIN unit in a 3rd Gen is doing about as much for your driving experience as a cassette deck. A modern 9\" or 10\" touchscreen with wireless CarPlay \/ Android Auto, reverse camera input and Bluetooth is one of the highest-impact upgrades you can make.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery head unit on this page is direct-fit for the 3rd Gen 4Runner \/ Hilux Surf, 1996–2002 (N180\/N185) dash. Fascia kits accommodate the 9\" or 10\" screen sizes; wiring harnesses are plug-and-play with the factory loom (no cutting required).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's In This Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e10\" Touchscreen Head Unit (wireless CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto, reverse camera input, Bluetooth), with fascia kit, wiring adapter, and antenna adapter all included. Listings cover screen size, OS, and what's in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Surf Syndicate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHead unit installs in older trucks fail more often than they should because the fascia doesn't fit the dash or the wiring adapter is wrong. Our kits include the right fascia for a 3rd Gen and a plug-and-play harness. NZ shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I lose the factory steering wheel controls?\u003c\/strong\u003e Most 3rd Gens didn't have factory steering controls. For trucks that do, an SWC adapter is supported by the head unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I keep the factory speakers?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the head unit drives factory speakers fine. Replacing the speakers gives the biggest audio improvement after the head unit itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the reverse camera need a separate harness?\u003c\/strong\u003e The head unit has reverse-camera input ready; you'll need a 12V trigger wire from the reverse light and a camera (sold separately or as part of bundle kits).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe right home for searches like '3rd gen 4runner head unit', 'KZN185 carplay stereo', 'hilux surf android auto NZ', 'N185 touchscreen head unit' and '4runner 1996-2002 stereo upgrade'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop similar collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/2nd-gen-hilux-surf-head-units-1989-1995\"\u003e2nd Gen Head Units (1989–1995)\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3rd-gen-hilux-surf-armrests-1996-2002\"\u003e3rd Gen Armrests (96–02)\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3rd-gen-hilux-surf-cup-holders-1996-2002\"\u003e3rd Gen Cup Holders (96–02)\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3rd-gen-hilux-surf-gear-knobs-1996-2002\"\u003e3rd Gen Gear Knobs (96–02)\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3rd-gen-4runner-hilux-surf-seat-covers-1996-2002\"\u003e3rd Gen Seat Covers (96–02)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"10-touchscreen-head-unit-l-3rd-gen-96-02","title":"10\" Touchscreen Head Unit l 3rd Gen 96 - 02","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eSTOP DRIVING A 1996 TIME CAPSULE: Give Your 3rd Gen Surf The 2026 Tech It Deserves (Without The Wiring Nightmare)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eYour 3rd Gen RHD Hilux Surf is a legend. It’s \"indestructible.\" It’s the ultimate adventure machine that outlasts everything else on the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBut let’s be honest about the cockpit.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eRight now, your dash looks like a relic from a dial-up internet cafe. You’re likely fumbling with a glitchy FM transmitter, a suction-cup phone mount that falls off the second you hit a corrugated track, or a \"premium\" factory tape deck that hasn't seen action since the 2000's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eIt’s not just annoying. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003eIt’s dangerous.\u003c\/b\u003e Squinting at a tiny phone screen for Google Maps while navigating a tight trail or a busy motorway is a recipe for a wrecked front end. And let's not even talk about the \"guesswork\" of reversing a lifted truck into a tight spot with zero visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Factory Look Solution You’ve Been Waiting For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eAt \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eSurf Syndicate\u003c\/b\u003e, we don’t do \"universal\" junk. We got tired of the \"one-size-fits-all\" head units that leave massive gaps in your dash and require a degree in electrical engineering to install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eWe’ve engineered the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eUltimate 10” Touchscreen Upgrade\u003c\/b\u003e specifically for the N180\/N185 chassis. This isn't just a radio; it’s a total command center upgrade that brings your Surf into the 21st century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy This Is A Total No-Brainer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Massive 10\" HD Display:\u003c\/b\u003e Stop squinting. Get crystal-clear, high-definition maps and media right where you can see them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Wireless Connectivity:\u003c\/b\u003e The second you turn the key, your phone links up. Wireless maps, Spotify, and calls, no tangled cables, no \"searching for signal.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- True Plug \u0026amp; Play:\u003c\/b\u003e We include the Toyota-specific harness. If you can plug in a toaster, you can (mostly) install this. No cutting your factory loom. No hack jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- The \"Clean\" Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike the cheap units on eBay, our kit comes with a custom 3rd Gen Fascia. It fits flush, looks OEM, and actually matches the lines of your dash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Reverse with Confidence:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes a 1080P HD Reverse Camera. Protect your investment (and your spare tyre) from those \"invisible\" bollards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Off-Road Ready:\u003c\/b\u003e With offline GPS capabilities, you can navigate the backcountry even when you’re miles outside of cell range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOur Surf Syndicate Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eWe know buying electronics online can feel like a gamble. That’s why we’re taking all the risk off your shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eIf you get this unit and it doesn't absolutely transform your driving experience If it isn't the cleanest, most responsive upgrade you've ever put in your Surf, just send it back. We’re so confident you’ll love it, we back it with our \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"229\"\u003eSurf Syndicate Quality Assurance.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDon't let your Surf stay stuck in the 90s.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eJoin the group of Surf owners who have already ditched the prehistoric dash and upgraded to the 21st century.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003e*Please Note: Some minor trimming may be required to fit the fascia in some 3rd gen models at the top of the fascia panel. The Unit can also be quite close to the gear stick or auto shifter. In some cases we recommend adding a gearstick extension to manual models.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surf Syndicate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46046684577950,"sku":"10INCHSCREEN","price":397.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/3280\/3230\/files\/IMG_8577copy2.jpg?v=1759806642"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.surfsyndicate.co.nz\/collections\/3rd-gen-4runner-hilux-surf-head-units-1996-2002.oembed","provider":"Surf Syndicate","version":"1.0","type":"link"}