Just joined the forum. I purchased the navigation console unit that replaces the two green LCD screens for HVAC and radio but haven't yet purchased the navigation drive unit that goes in the trunk. Question: Can I still install the console and operate HVAC and radio without the DVD drive in the trunk?

Also, can I replace the chrome trunk plinth with one of the newer, wider ones or would that require a new trunk lid?

Thanks!

Glenn

 

Thanks so much for the info on both items. I think I'll give the nav install a try but will defer efforts re. the trunk plinth.

 

Hi,

I haven't been online for a little while but read somewhere else that you're installing a double din Kenwood. I purchased a like-newfactory nav display module from eBay. Easily removed the instrument panel and discovered that the existing harness for the stereo and HVAC controls each have their own connector; the nav display module requires only one connector (and neither of my existing connectors are the same size as required by the nav).

So, now I am looking for an adapter or wiring diagram to make the connection... If I cannot find a solution, I am eagerly tracking your results and will do what you are doing. Yours will be awesome. Good luck!

 

Let me know if you guys are still stuck on how to install the new factory sat/nav unit. I have the wiring schematics and some other info that will be helpful however I will warn it takes some one of at least moderate electrical skill to do.