Anyone have a summary of removing dash to replace radio?

Hi
I have done the replacement radio and it would take pure time to go through everything,
So my advice is starting from the passenger side remove the airbag warning plate, then unscrew everything towards the drivers side
So
Remove airbag plate, glove box, hazard warning light switch, then the trim surrounding then the trim around the drivers footwell
The only wire that you need to be careful off damaging is the aircon thermostat attached on the trim directly below the radio you have to disconnect the cable as the unit itself is not accessible.
I broke mine not a biggie at £98.00 to replace but took 2 weeks for delivery and that was before the Coronavirus outbreak.

take your time don’t force anything
A big touch and a mirror is essential to use.

good luck

Andrew

 

8 Hrs !
Taking your time and being careful i think 2 hours is closer to the mark.
Cheers
Andrew

 

Hi Steve,
You broke the air con thermostat after I warned you!
I also fitted a pioneer unit an avic 920 Dab with wireless car play.
I posted my fit on the forum
Don’t use the original GPS antenna or you will damage the pioneer unit.
Do use the microphone as it is superior to the one originally fitted ( I mounted mine discreetly) it is essential for the proper functionality of all the units features ( Apple car play is 100% hands free using voice control including sending/ receiving Emails, texts, what’s app etc.
You will have to modify your radio metal surround plate
You will need to cut the top off the mounting cradle ( the pioneer is 1.5mm too high)
You will need to source the blanking plates for either side of the radio (connect 2 conversation kit for Chrysler/ jeep double din).
Wiring is simple plug and play with the pioneer universal CANBUS for Chrysler ( retains ALL steering wheel controls).
I had a scroll wheel made for the Center console to allow rejection and answering of the telephone without touching the screen ( it also as well mirrors all the steering wheel functions)
The phantom power cable you disconnect the fly lead to leave the small connector, this cable was for the Radio / track/ hdd info displayed next to the odometer in the speedometer binnacle.

If any other information is required please just ask

cheers

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Hi again
I’ve just been out and taken a few pictures of the DAB antenna , GPS antenna and microphone position
I have included a couple of other pictures that could aid your installation along with the correct harness that you will need for the connectors ( the Canbus part of it will not work you need to incorporate the pioneer unit )
This will also sort out your rear view camera ( if you have one)
I also fitted a front parking camera ( very useful).


cheers
Andrew
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Hi there,
The link that you posted is the wrong product I’m afraid, the white connector is missing along With the camera lead.
Please see the attached
You will need to source the adapter from Italy that is the only place to purchase this item.
The connect 2 module along with the blanking plate and the climate control thermostat can be purchased from EBay choose fed ex shipping it will be with you in 7 days
The part numbers are all clearly visible so a little bit of research will be needed to try and find a more local supplier

I did all this on my own, it took many hours of research and web surfing to make the stereo swap possible

cheers
Andrew
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I had the Pioneer AVH-Z9200DAB and its brilliant, you can get the steering controls in this country and reasonable too! I did change the stock speaker to Focals and nice amp with a sub under the drivers seat.

https://www.dynamicsounds.co.uk/chrysler-town-and-country-steering-stalk-control-adaptor-phone-button-support-ctsch005-2.html?tracking=5e3b93d714794&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmpb0BRCBARIsAG7y4zYeAgzvvnA3PGZbdzTmYIeE1y5zH-I5B1yI4wnGxpDDtptDT8th71MaAqFmEALw_wcB

 

Well you gave up quicker than an Italian soldier watching a war movie
If you don’t mind me asking, What part of the install was the deciding factor to keep stock ?
If it was parts sourcing then I would have been willing to send you all parts required ( I have another Italian passion Vespa scooters and a friend of mine owns west coast scooters over the pond, I often get requests for parts from him that are difficult to find in the USA and I send them over)
The offer is there PM me if required

cheers
Andrew

 

I'm working through this myself at the moment. So far so good. I didn't break the climate control sensor fan though the front faceplate fell off pretty much as soon as I touched it. I'm thinking no harm in glueing it back on. I'm trying the Maesto RR with a CH1 harness which should work on similar Dodge / Chrysler / VW / Mitsubishi systems. However, it only has the two connectors (10 pin and main 22 pin connector). The factory radio has 3. Anyone know what the 3rd one is for or better yet, have a pinout diagram for the factory system?

 

Hi DaEagle
The third connector is the data link cable for the information screen on the dash.
Simply disconnect this cable at the small connector leaving you with a 12” fly lead.
No After market radio ( except OEM) can utilise this lead so It is redundant Once you change out from stock.

cheers Andrew

 

Thanks Andrew. Seems like the Mestro unit isn't working so I'll likely need to look for an alternative. I'm wondering what the relationship is between the Connects2 and the Phonocar system is. Are you using both as both seem to be designed to retain steering wheel controls. Do they connect together? Does the Phonocar replace the Becker CCGW unit next the OEM radio?

 

Hi Da eagle
I’ve just noticed that I posted the wrong picture of the Canbus module it’s a pioneer unit.
I don’t have any Experience or knowledge of fitting stereo systems other than Pioneer.
You need to retain the original Becker NIT Canbus connected to the loom
The connect 2 is plug and play ( the Canbus box on this provides the steering wheel controls and speed pulse and is all you need (unless you have a factory fitted rear camera)
If you have a ff rear camera then you need to fit the pioneer unicam as the connects 2 unit doesn’t support the operation
Please see attached

cheers Andrew

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Thanks again.

I'm going to a Pioneer W8400NEX so should be good. This looks more like it... This one actually says it's compatible with the California. Wiring kit looks correct. I'll contact Maestro just incase they have a solution for the California otherwise, I'll go with this. We'll see how long it takes to get here. Not sure how long I can deal with the car in being in pieces!

Anyway... for others interested... here is the link: https://automotive.paser.it/en-gb/Steering-Wheel-Controls/Pioneer-Steering-Wheel-Controls/Paser/Unican-Pioneer-p448c62c341.html.

 

Just want to chime in really quick to say Thank You for sharing this great information.

Dan


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I would like to take you up on this offer, could really do with your help, please! Can't see how to PM you?!

 

Hi Nico,
I see that you are in London give Gary Hallwood A call at audio file he’s up your neck of the woods and they routinely fit / supply stereo upgrades to Ferrari cars, there is a YouTube video of a California having been fitted with an upgraded system by them give it a google
Tel: 01279 757218 Fax: 01279 465218

Cheers Andrew

 

Hi Andrew,

Thanks so much for this tip. I really appreciate it. I've been admiring your install for a few days now! You did a superb job, I hope to be able to replicate something similar.

My original was removed today, so now trying to make the shopping list! A bit confused what I need!

Is the Connect2 module the same thing just a different brand to the UNICAN one? Or the install needs these both?