devioustrap Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 I've been researching the AVIC nav systems for a few days, but I can't seem to figure out concretely what I need to install the system. Is there any special dash kit, or will the system just cleanly go into (what I presume is) the standard double din opening where the current radio is. Also, as far as connectors do I need something like this? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
louiea Posted July 9, 2007 Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 You might need a trim piece to go around, if you can't find a double-dash kit, go to a reputable shop in your area and have them take a peek. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chazmink Posted July 9, 2007 Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 I have the D-3 in my 2002 9-5 Aero. What I did was cut off the back of the existing cage and drilled holes in the side of the cage to align with the tapped D-3 holes. As far as cabling I soldered the D-3 cables to the adapter provided by Crutchfield. My Aero has the Harman Kardon Prestige sound with an amp so I soldered RCA plugs to the respective lines in. I have attached a spreadsheet with the color codes. I had an amplifier thump when turning the radio off which was eliminated by installing ground loop isolators in the audio lines. Another guy on this board installed a D-2 in a 9-5. If you search for Saab you will find his and my experience as well as some photos. Good luck and please let me know if you need more help. AVICD3_AERO_HEADUNIT.xls Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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