I'm putting a Pioneer AVIC D2 in my C6 Corvette…I'm a newbi here and any help would be appreciated.

Does the D2 require I find the VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor) wire to connect to? Some cars have it in the wiring harness already, some don't. If so, where is the VSS wire in the C6?

Does the AVIC D2 require reverse signal wire hookup too? If so, where would I find that?

I know that I will need THIS mounting kit.

I know that I will need THIS to have XM.
I was told that I could use my stock XM antenna for the aftermarket XM receiver. I imagine I would have to cut the stock harness though. Does anyone know?

I believe I will need THIS to retain the chimes and OnStar, but I'm not sure yet.

Aside from an antenna adapter, will I need any other wiring harnesses? Am I leaving anything out? :?:

I realize these are rapid-fire questions but I thank you for your help. :D

Just did one yesterday. Use a Peripheral Electronics GMCO module, it has level matching for the factory amp, chime retention, and broadcasts a 'healthy' status over the databus in the car. I like it much better than the Metra/Venture part. http://peripheralelectronics.com/web/onstar.asp

The XM antenna issue....DO NOT cut your antenna cable, it is impedence matched. Just remove the outer plastic part of the connector, it should plug in. You didn't specify if you have Onstar or Bose, the module is different. Check your application needs here. http://peripheralelectronics.com/pdfs/O ... BUS2-2.pdf

jimmy303 said:

The XM antenna issue....DO NOT cut your antenna cable, it is impedence matched. Just remove the outer plastic part of the connector, it should plug in.

Don't worry, I NEVER cut a stock wiring harness...EVER! Maybe I should take a pic of the backside of my stock Bose HU so you could point out which plug is the stock XM antenna. Perhaps then I could understand what you mean. Or does the antenna plug into the stock XM receiver, which I think is in the back of the car somewhere? :shock:

jimmy303 said:

You didn't specify if you have Onstar or Bose, the module is different. Check your application needs here. http://peripheralelectronics.com/pdfs/O ... BUS2-2.pdf

I guess I should have been a bit clearer about my cars setup. I have the factory 7 speaker, 6 disk in-dash Bose system with factory OnStar and XM. I am going TOTALLY aftermarket. I am not keeping ANY of my Bose system if I don't have to.

jimmy303 said:

Just did one yesterday. Use a Peripheral Electronics GMCO module, it has level matching for the factory amp, chime retention, and broadcasts a 'healthy' status over the databus in the car. I like it much better than the Metra/Venture part.
http://peripheralelectronics.com/web/onstar.asp

Unfortunately I'm not seeing anything there that will fit my car or do what I need but the other link you posted says I need the GMAH24 and the GMAHCM???? I used the chart that shows aftermarket since I want to go totally aftermarket.

_Nomad_ said:

Unfortunately I'm not seeing anything there that will fit my car or do what I need. :(

GMAH24
2000-2003 Non-BOSE
GM Sound System Interface

GMAH24B
2000-2003 BOSE
GM Sound System Interface

Now You Can:
o Install an aftermarket head-unit without having to retain the factory radio!

o Retain full OnStar® functionality and play OnStar® communications through both front speakers.

o Connect radio's Accessory 12-volts in the dash provided by GMAH24/B.

o Retain full compatibility with GM's Retained Accessory Power (RAP) system. Keep radio powered up after key off, just like the factory system.

o Integrate with either type of GM BOSE system with one interface, GMAH24B.

The only piece you will need if you are going all aftermarket is the GMH24, it will give you an accessory lead, illumination, keep the databus line working properly and retain OnStar. You will have to use an outboard speaker for your OnStar to play through, like a handsfree speaker from an old cellphone kit. The factory speakers are not bad at all, I kept the factory speakers, but used a Boston GT40 to power the doors in a HP/LP configuration, leaving the rear speakers running off the Z1's rear speaker out in HP. Door mounted rear view mirrors are now useless :lol: .

jimmy303 said:

The only piece you will need if you are going all aftermarket is the GMH24, it will give you an accessory lead, illumination, keep the databus line working properly and retain OnStar. You will have to use an outboard speaker for your OnStar to play through, like a handsfree speaker from an old cellphone kit. The factory speakers are not bad at all, I kept the factory speakers, but used a Boston GT40 to power the doors in a HP/LP configuration, leaving the rear speakers running off the Z1's rear speaker out in HP. Door mounted rear view mirrors are now useless :lol: .

Shouldn't OnStar work through the aftermarket front speakers like it did with the Bose system? Also, what about chimes, won't I need the GMAHCM module for that? And...do the two Peripheral modules hook together or will there be a lot of splicing action needed? :shock:

Yes, you will need a GMAHCM to retain your chimes, but if you are using an aftermarket amp, you should use a dedicated OnStar speaker hooked up to the left front spk output of the GMAH24.