Pioneer NEX series Install

[Meccanoble]

Hey guys,

I am familiar with upgraded radio installs but never did a setup this complicated (dual zone, usb, etc).

Best Buy had a crazy sale on 4200 NEX ($499 vs normally 699) and wanted to give it a try. Stock unit works perfectly but map is outdated and wanted to try the android auto and miracast.

I bought the PAC switch (GM32) which should allow me to retain everything including steering wheel controls but didnt want to start anything without knowing what I was getting into. I had a few questions/concerns:

1) Wanted to keep stock microphone setup since it was in a great spot. Is this possible with aftermarket HU?
2) Will this setup truly work with no cut wires?
3) This HU I bought has dual zone just like stock Navi unit. Will anything additional be needed to work the same way?
4) I wanted to maintain the stock USB setup under the center console. What did you have to do to maintain this?
5) I want to watch dvds in front while car moving. How do you bypass this?
6) Did you need anything else to complete install? Dash kit? etc?

 

[NathanJax]

1. No
2. Yes with the correct harnesses
3. Not sure
4. rewire from the USB to the new head unit ($5 mini USB to USB wire)
5. purchase a relay bypass
6. You'll need a dash kit and correct wiring harnesses

 

[Meccanoble]

Thanks for feedback Nathan.

Dash kit like this?

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/metra-i...joIWKxms_186rQubjR_28lqPLhlA7je7XoaAhVY8P8HAQ

I bought a PAC GM32 which supposed to work as wiring harness and steering wheel control. Hopefully that makes everything plug and play.

Regarding relay bypass, I was told I could just ground the brake wire?

 

[NathanJax]

That's the wrong one...

You want Metra part 95-3305
https://www.amazon.com/Metra-95-330...&qid=1481656421&sr=8-1&keywords=Metra+95-3305

Here's a thread about aftermarket radio installs

http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/adding-an-aftermarket-radio-to-07-14-faq.77180/

 

[Meccanoble]

Thanks, I checked that link about aftermarket installs and there are a lot of options to keep retention of features like camera, etc. Being that the unit I have has back up cam capability, dual zone etc, I shouldnt need anything more than the PAC harness setup right?

 

[sabasigh]

i bought this HU and used the Scosche mounting kit: http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/thre...t-get-calls-to-work.81538/page-3#post-1045353

 

[Meccanoble]

Thanks for the thread. I am in GA, not too far from you. Can I call you to discuss some things? Will PM you.

 

[BlueAc]

If anybody needs some installation accessories for our trucks please PM me. I ordered all parts to install my Pioneer and then ended up changing to the Alpine Restyle.

List of what I have (all brand new) :

Best kits Double Din kit
iDatalink Maestro ADS MRR
Maestro GM Harness HRN-RR-G5+

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[Meccanoble]

Hey Blue, where you located?

 

[BlueAc]

Hey Blue, where you located?

Philly


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