Wrathernaut's Double-Din Installation FAQ, Shopping and Resource List
#1876
I was pointed to this thread from another member. I bought my G the other day with a single din Pioneer with the kit that seems to be able to be modded to use a DD or 2 stacked units. The Nav is dead and bought from a car lot so I don't know if the factory Nav is trashed or if its just a bad install issue. Being new to the G35 whats the best route to find out if the Nav works. The screen will not power on but honestly I'm not sure if there is a certain set of buttons to press or if it turns on automatically. Or even if there is a cd inside as there isn't power. Is their a certain connector/adapter needed I can look for to chase wires to see if it was a bad install.
If its a bad Nav I want to rip it out now and install a DIY Nav setup. Maybe a hardwired portable GPS with a vinyl wrapped trim in the factory pop up location
If its a bad Nav I want to rip it out now and install a DIY Nav setup. Maybe a hardwired portable GPS with a vinyl wrapped trim in the factory pop up location
#1877
Thanks for the response. I've looked in the 05-07 thread in the sticky but not sure how much different the 03 is. I do have basic tools but soldering to boards isn't something I like to do unless it's like a small portable electronic like a TV helicopter or something. Would love to have that link ur referring to. I honestly rather just wire something like a radio or TV would be. Turn on and off with the car and be done with it. What can I get in the world of electronics that will allow fuel mileage, basic car info, etc along with navigation?
#1878
Wrathernaut, I'm so glad to see you are still active! You are basically the main reason I still own my 06 G coupe.
Speaking of the Android double dins, I have one that is absolutely amazing but it wont fit in the Metra dash kit. I was hoping it might work in the JDM one. Do you know the size of the opening? I can't find it listed anywhere. The face of the radio is 7"x4-3/8".
Speaking of the Android double dins, I have one that is absolutely amazing but it wont fit in the Metra dash kit. I was hoping it might work in the JDM one. Do you know the size of the opening? I can't find it listed anywhere. The face of the radio is 7"x4-3/8".
#1879
Thanks for the response. I've looked in the 05-07 thread in the sticky but not sure how much different the 03 is. I do have basic tools but soldering to boards isn't something I like to do unless it's like a small portable electronic like a TV helicopter or something. Would love to have that link ur referring to. I honestly rather just wire something like a radio or TV would be. Turn on and off with the car and be done with it. What can I get in the world of electronics that will allow fuel mileage, basic car info, etc along with navigation?
You won't get fuel mileage, just what's available over the ODB2 port - throttle position, temperature, things like that. Fuel level isn't done over ODB2, so you're out of luck there. I'm not really sure where the factory nav gets its estimate of gas left.
#1880
Also, as I mentioned the Metra unit didn't want to fit it. I measured the opening and it was 6-7/8" x 4" which is just shy of the unit. I ordered the JDM one so hopefully it'll fit and I'll upload some nice pictures
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#1881
Ah, you got the newer model..I got a good deal on the 4.2. It's pumpkin but I think they are all pretty much the same. I love the customizability and UI better than any Kenwood, Pioneer, or Clarion I've had and I hear it's even better if you root it. Only down side is I don't know what the longevity of our units will be.
Also, as I mentioned the Metra unit didn't want to fit it. I measured the opening and it was 6-7/8" x 4" which is just shy of the unit. I ordered the JDM one so hopefully it'll fit and I'll upload some nice pictures![Smilie](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Also, as I mentioned the Metra unit didn't want to fit it. I measured the opening and it was 6-7/8" x 4" which is just shy of the unit. I ordered the JDM one so hopefully it'll fit and I'll upload some nice pictures
![Smilie](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
#1883
Other harnesses have the steering wheel control signals, bluetooth (if present), navigation voice signal (if present) and the rear satellite connector - you don't need to do anything else with them once you've got your steering wheel controls hooked up.
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Iagent (09-06-2016)
#1884
First of all Thanks!
I actually did find that my ground was insufficient. So you are right. I guess those other ports don't affect the system much. My last problem is with the steering wheel controls. I'm using axes-1 and the non Bose numbers just don't seem to be right for the harness. My connectors don't have the pin numbers that their site suggests. Very frustrating.
I actually did find that my ground was insufficient. So you are right. I guess those other ports don't affect the system much. My last problem is with the steering wheel controls. I'm using axes-1 and the non Bose numbers just don't seem to be right for the harness. My connectors don't have the pin numbers that their site suggests. Very frustrating.
Last edited by Iagent; 09-06-2016 at 12:14 AM.
#1885
First of all Thanks!
I actually did find that my ground was insufficient. So you are right. I guess those other ports don't affect the system much. My last problem is with the steering wheel controls. I'm using axes-1 and the non Bose numbers just don't seem to be right for the harness. My connectors don't have the pin numbers that their site suggests. Very frustrating.
I actually did find that my ground was insufficient. So you are right. I guess those other ports don't affect the system much. My last problem is with the steering wheel controls. I'm using axes-1 and the non Bose numbers just don't seem to be right for the harness. My connectors don't have the pin numbers that their site suggests. Very frustrating.
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Iagent (09-06-2016)
#1887
G35 2006 coupe non-bose no orange/white wire
I'm trying to get my dimming feature back to my G35 with an after market stereo, but there is no orange/white wire. can't find it in the wiring diagram. If there is anyone out there who has had this problem, I would appreciate some insight. Thanks in advance.
#1889
Will the metra wiring harness (70-7550) work with my 06 G35
with bose system? Or do I need the (70-7551) to be able to install the pioneer app radio 4
Or which wiring harness do I need to install my aftermarket radio?
I will be installing the pioneer Appradio 4 with the JDM double din kit
with bose system? Or do I need the (70-7551) to be able to install the pioneer app radio 4
Or which wiring harness do I need to install my aftermarket radio?
I will be installing the pioneer Appradio 4 with the JDM double din kit
Last edited by Edgar0529; 10-21-2016 at 09:42 AM.
#1890
Will the metra wiring harness (70-7550) work with my 06 G35
with bose system? Or do I need the (70-7551) to be able to install the pioneer app radio 4
Or which wiring harness do I need to install my aftermarket radio?
I will be installing the pioneer Appradio 4 with the JDM double din kit
with bose system? Or do I need the (70-7551) to be able to install the pioneer app radio 4
Or which wiring harness do I need to install my aftermarket radio?
I will be installing the pioneer Appradio 4 with the JDM double din kit