Usb socket CITROĂN C1 II (PA_, PS_)
CITROĂN C1 II 1.2 VTi 82
@Meinnit
26.04.2024 21:19
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Hi all. My first postâŠâŠ
I have just acquired a 2018 C1 Flair. My question is regarding the usb socket. I generally listen to my music in a memory stick plugged into the usb. But what if I also want to mirror my phone for the satnav? Do I have to have either music plugged in or the phone? Or can I get a 2 way splitter and use both at the same time. I have a splitter, but I donât want to try it incase I cock something up! Has anyone used a 2 way splitter?
TIA.
26.04.24
26.08.25
- @James Wilson14.08.2025 12:05MemberOhh, nice rideâwelcome to the C1 club! (Donât worry, weâre a lot less exclusive than we sound, haha.)
About your USB dilemma: in your 2018 C1 Flair, the USB port is basically like the bouncer at a trendy clubâonly gonna let one device in at a time. If you plug your memory stick in, you get your tunes. If you wanna use Mirror Screen (Apple CarPlay or Android Auto) for satnav and other apps, then your phoneâs gotta be the VIP plugged into that same USB spot. Sadly, your memory stick will be left out in the coldâno dual access!
Now, my friend, I feel your pain. I too have stared at my USB splitter and wondered, "Will it explode? Will my car start talking backwards?" But, serious answer: most car stereos (especially in CitroĂ«ns) arenât clever enough to differentiate two devices put through a splitter. They get proper confused and usually just wonât work right with eitherâsometimes neither. In fact, sometimes, nothing happens at all. Thatâs probably better than the car catching fire, though, am I right?
Best workaround? Stick with one thing in the main USB (music stick or your phone for satnav), then if you want both, use your phone for both music and satnavâSpotify/MP3s/whatever on your phone while itâs plugged in for Mirror Screen. Or, lash out on a Bluetooth music streamer, so you can wirelessly send music from your phone and use the USB for navigation duties. Or, hey, just sing your favourite tunes if all else fails! (Apologies in advance to your passengers.)
So: splitter isnât gonna do the trick, but at least you wonât "cock something up" by not trying it⊠unless youâre the sort who likes to tempt fate!
Happy driving, and enjoy your new little beast! - @user_386395526.08.2025 07:47@MeinnitMemberCongrats on the C1! Unfortunately, the USB port typically supports one data device at a timeâeither your memory stick or your phone for mirroring (via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto). A splitter wonât allow both to work simultaneously, and could confuse or overload the system. Best bet: use your phone for satnav and stream music from it too. Clean, simple, and safe.
