tamu1996 Posted April 11, 2007 Report Share Posted April 11, 2007 OK, I installed an AVIC-Z2 (among other components/amps/subs) in a friend's Ford Excursion over the weekend. Figured out I would need a double-DIN mounting kit and owner wanted a remote, so I called Pioneer parts. They confirmed that the CD-R5 remote and ADT-VA311 kit, though specified only for the Z1, would work fine for the Z2. The get delivered this Friday and I'll know that night if they're right. That's when I plan to complete the install by hooking up the GPS-required connections. Anyhow, great unit, but here's my question.......................... When ordering from Pioneer, I asked to speak to a tech about locating the VSS wire and reverse wire and, get this, he told me that I didn't even need to use them with the Z2. He told me that the GPS antenna was all that was needed, along with the e-brake connection. That's it.......................... Now, I'm not the expert, I expect that tech was, but was he full of sh*t? The installation instructions are pretty clear about hooking up the VSS/e-brake/reverse in order for the NAV to operate properly. BUT, if he's right, it would sure save me some time (and concern) locating the right VSS/reverse connections. Thanks, in advance, for your time. --Ryan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tillithz Posted April 11, 2007 Report Share Posted April 11, 2007 this has been covered, no you dont have to hook those wires up, you will loose a few vehicle dynamics functions but not needed. The navi will be off about 3 feet as well. The reverse wire is for a backup camera. The tech was right, you can listen to them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tamu1996 Posted April 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2007 this has been covered, no you dont have to hook those wires up, you will loose a few vehicle dynamics functions but not needed. The navi will be off about 3 feet as well. The reverse wire is for a backup camera. The tech was right, you can listen to them. Thanks for the prompt reply. I had tried several searches, but didn't find the answer. MODERATOR: Feel free to lock or delete this thread. Thanks, again. --Ryan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
coocho Posted April 11, 2007 Report Share Posted April 11, 2007 The reverse wire is practically useless (especially since you do not have a back up camera), but the VSS is useful in a couple scenarios: when you do not have GPS signal, it can still track your movement when you come to a stop, the arrow stops immediately, as opposed to trailing for a while then readjusting itself You need the VSS to get 3D hybrid Quote Link to post Share on other sites
reggiescion31 Posted April 25, 2007 Report Share Posted April 25, 2007 where do i find the vss wire. I would like to hook it up to mine. I have a 2006 scion tc if that helps at all Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tillithz Posted April 25, 2007 Report Share Posted April 25, 2007 theres a thread here where you can view/request the vss wire info. check it out Quote Link to post Share on other sites
reggiescion31 Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 i cant find it and i am looking everywhere on here. somebody help me Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tillithz Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 go to the main forum, and look for Vehicle Specific Wiring Quote Link to post Share on other sites
themajesticking Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 The map tracking seems to move a little faster (more frames) also when the VSS wire is connected and working properly. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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