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Old 12-24-06, 09:40 AM
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Default 06 gs300 aftermarket stereo installation

Has anyone successfully installed an aftermarket navigation system in a 2006 gs300? I have one without nav or ml and I want to install either a Pioneer AVIC-N3 or Z1. I have around $3000 to spend. Would this void my warranty? Is it possible to have the dealership install an original dvd nav unit? I would also like for my oem touch screen and my steering wheel sound controls to continue working with the new head unit. I took my car to Sound Advice and the installer there told me that he wouldn't even touch the car for fear of breaking something. I then contacted Crutchfield and they don't have any information whatsoever. I have searched everywhere without success. Thanks.
Old 12-24-06, 02:02 PM
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There are alot of problems with what your thinking of.

First, why would you keep the OEM touch screen if you
want to install a AVIC-N3 or Z1? They have their own
touch screens.

You have to keep your OEM screen, how else will you control
the Heating/ AC? Or gain access to the Info screen?

If you must have a navigation system, purchase an ALPINE
V-Hub Pro. Then buy the ALPINE navigation system.

It will give you a Great navigation controled by your OEM
screen. $3000 should get you there.

Balnk
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I wish I could just add the factory nav.
Old 12-25-06, 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Balnk
There are alot of problems with what your thinking of.

First, why would you keep the OEM touch screen if you
want to install a AVIC-N3 or Z1? They have their own
touch screens.

You have to keep your OEM screen, how else will you control
the Heating/ AC? Or gain access to the Info screen?

If you must have a navigation system, purchase an ALPINE
V-Hub Pro. Then buy the ALPINE navigation system.

It will give you a Great navigation controled by your OEM
screen. $3000 should get you there.

Balnk
I need the oem screen to continue to work for my climate control. I was thinking of losing the six disc and putting the pioneer there, but I was told that it wouldn't work.Thanks for the tip on the alpine hub. Has anyone else here installed an aftermarket nav or stereo on an 06 gs?
Old 09-23-14, 08:27 PM
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When you get any info post it up. I been looking everywhere to get the same thing done and no luck.
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Even I prefer doing that but it is not feasible or cost more money. But right now I am trying to configure Vasitech SL2VI with Mimics X2 so I can completely control IPhone from head unit,I need to install switch before I call it is completely ready & usable.

My Initial test run with the setup looks promising.
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are you setting it up in a 2006 gs300 v4 model
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I'll be creating a thread in the near future on a double din install into my GS300. ��
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Originally Posted by verly6565
are you setting it up in a 2006 gs300 v4 model

Yes.I am setting it up on V4 head unit
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Originally Posted by Turboman02
I'll be creating a thread in the near future on a double din install into my GS300. ��

Cant wait to see the setup.Good luck.
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