Pic's of the AVIC D3 install
#11
I want one of these as well. Even though I already have a the factory Navi system (Elite Package), I wouldn't mind having a second option for a Navi system. This looks very clean. Did you use that metra kit?
#14
#19
I would like to do this with a carputer system, with the screen mounted where the info screen comes stock, but whats the viewablity of the info screen once you place it in the lower cubby hole?
#21
Thanks, yours too, have fun with that unit. It's really is a lot of stereo for the price. And man do we need to find someone to do this LED upgrade again, seeing that orange takes me way back!!!
Here's a night shot as well:
![](http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c295/jsmithsole/DSC01410.jpg)
(sorry, not trying to take over your thread)
Here's a night shot as well:
![](http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c295/jsmithsole/DSC01410.jpg)
(sorry, not trying to take over your thread)
Last edited by jsmithsole; 03-04-2008 at 08:21 AM.
#22
Pioneer AVIC-D3X Package (Bundle)
Hello-Crutchfield has a sweet deal for the AVIC-D3X right now and they include the Ipod adapter and the BT adapter for $799! I have an 07' Max and I'm wondering if it it'll work with my Max. Will this fit? According to Crutchfield, it won't.. Also, if it does fit, what harness will i need and/or kits to install this unit. Stearing wheel controls-is there an option available to preserve these and work with the AVIC-D3x? I appreciate any assistance..Thx
#23
Hello-Crutchfield has a sweet deal for the AVIC-D3X right now and they include the Ipod adapter and the BT adapter for $799! I have an 07' Max and I'm wondering if it it'll work with my Max. Will this fit? According to Crutchfield, it won't.. Also, if it does fit, what harness will i need and/or kits to install this unit. Stearing wheel controls-is there an option available to preserve these and work with the AVIC-D3x? I appreciate any assistance..Thx
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#25
Thanks again for Pic.
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#36
darkmeth to answer your question if u purchase the D3X from crutchfeild they will send you an interface harness and antenna adapter. you will then need the metra double din kit seperate. and you will also need the PAC-SWI to keep steering wheel controls. if anyone has any questions feel free to PM me, i installed the D3X package in my 07 myself. it took all dam day but only because i took my time soldering an tapping the reverse gear wire and VSS wire properly. the bypass is a simple proceedure. no switches need to be added if you do it right. i strongly urge ppl to install it them selves. the only wires you solder are the wires on the integration harness for the speakers and the constant an ACC. wire taps are used for the bypass, reverse gear and VSS. the entire dash an radio for the 07 is held together by 6 srews, thats it. If you take your time, do some research anyone can install this radio or any other after market one. (it does help i spent 6 years as a helicopter electrician for the army) but thats besides the point!
this is easy stuff ppl.
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#37
Oh an by the way although it is not needed for the navi to work tapping into the VSS is something else i also recommend doing. it makes ur navi extermely precise an adds a host of other features to ur unit like lat acceleration an electronic speedo on the radio itself. neat stuff IMO. But once again it IS NOT needed for the nav to work.
#40
I installed a D3 in my 04' Max a couple months ago. Everything works great, did the bypass and everything. Never was able to locate the VSS wire though so that's not currently hooked up. Can anyone shed some light on where the wire is located for me? I didn't realize the hookup would add other features.