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Installing a Z2 in 2008 Sienna LE

By khanb826 · Jan 19, 2009in Problems/Troubleshooting💬 24 posts👁️ 3,048 views
Posted Jan 19, 2009 · 04:00 UTC#1

Hi, First post. I want to install a Z2 into a 2008 Sienna LE Toyota. Can someone help me where to begin. Does anybody have any photos were i can see.

Posted Jan 19, 2009 · 16:18 UTC#2

Although it's not the same vehicle...

I just finished an install in my LE Tundra using this write up...

http://www.toyotatundraforum.com/audio- ... -lots.html

 

Given that you have a LE... You probably have the same JBL 6 disc factory HU that I had... In which I would recommend the PAC TATO to make it pure plug and play... The VSS is easy to find, as per that write up... And I believe there is also a reverse signal wire behind the HU, although I was uncertain, and decided to tap into it in the driver's side a-pillar...

 

The TATO also allows you to plug a PAC Swi-PS or Swi-X directly into the TATO to retain your steering wheel controls... again...plug and play...

Posted Jan 19, 2009 · 18:51 UTC#3

I do have an LE. But i dont have JBL Speakers there just regular. I have 6 speakers. As i said this is my first time doing this and knowing about this. So i might not know what you mean on like HU and speakers and stuff

Posted Jan 19, 2009 · 18:53 UTC#4

also in my radio system. I have a 6 disc cd changer. If i take that out. Will that affect any thing on the Z2

Posted Jan 19, 2009 · 20:09 UTC#5

do i need a wiring harness for this installation? i dont have JBL

Posted Jan 19, 2009 · 20:17 UTC#6

bestbuy will put it in for 150

Posted Jan 19, 2009 · 20:21 UTC#7

You should be able to use the CD changer and hook it up to the Z.

 

You don't specifically "need" a wiring harness, but it'll make the job 10x easier, and plus, you won't have to cut the factory radio's wire harness.. If you don't have the JBL, then all you need is the cheapo type harness that you can get from pretty much anywhere... I know that WalMart carries the Scouche brand, and is often stocked... Although I would pick one up from a local sound shop just in case...

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_120701761/ ... rness.html

 

HU=Head Unit=radio

 

 

I don't know why I thought the LE's came with the JBL systems... :?

Posted Jan 19, 2009 · 23:45 UTC#8

Ok. So i dont need a wiring Harness i can just use the factory one correct.

 

Also best buy will put everything in for 150. I already have the Dash kit. its this one i bought http://www.installer.com/item/display_i ... it=95-8208

 

. Please let me know anything else

Posted Jan 20, 2009 · 02:05 UTC#9

You will want a wiring kit... otherwise you'll have to cut your factory wiring... Plus the one for the non-JBL is cheap... like 5-10 bucks cheap...

 

The Z isn't the easiest to install, so if it's your first install, I would definetly advise going to a shop.

Posted Jan 20, 2009 · 02:13 UTC#10

Where do i buy one. Like for the Toyota 2008 sienna le

Posted Jan 21, 2009 · 03:10 UTC#11

any 1 know where i can buy a wire harness for the 2008 Toyota Sienna LE

Posted Jan 21, 2009 · 04:16 UTC#12
any 1 know where i can buy a wire harness for the 2008 Toyota Sienna LE

 

Local audio shop... or like mentioned above... Wally-World(Wal-mart)...Fry's...Circuit City... Best Buy... Tweeter... etc...

 

Or just call and order from Crutchfield.....

 

Non JBL is easy to come by and cheap...WalMart....

 

 

But like I said... this system is not the easiest to install.... it'll require pretty much tearing the entire dash(amongst other areas) apart in your vehicle.... there is alot to break if you don't know what to exspect... So I just caution, that if you're not entirely sure of what you're getting yourself into... then I would go with a "pro" installer, or an installer with some sort of insurance for when they break stuff...(ie Circuit City/BB)

 

Not to discredit you at all.. but if you're asking where to get the simplest of harnesses, then I have to say that you may find yourself in alot of headache... Just from my own exsperience....

 

I'm not an installer... but there is alot to this system to get it to function properly....

Posted Jan 21, 2009 · 04:30 UTC#13

I just want to make sure that I don't sound like a dick...

 

These systems have progressed over the years... and although aftermarket now provides easier solutions... this HU has alot of guts...

 

If you haven't ever install a HU, this will probably test your nerves a bit... Especially if you have extra stuff like BT...IPOD...Backup camera... and want GPS...

 

What are you up against? GPS? Ipod? BT? reverse camera?

 

Feel free to PM me if you need help....and I'll try to help where I can(not a pro)... just be prepared to take pictures... Pictures mean everything...

Posted Jan 21, 2009 · 12:48 UTC#14

can you give me a link where i can buy a wire harness. I know there from wal mart and stuff. But i just want to get the right one. Where can i find a pro installer. and where can i contact them???

Posted Jan 21, 2009 · 15:50 UTC#15

The Crutchfield link I posted above is the one...

 

I have no idea where you live, and what audio shops that are available in your area...

Posted Jan 21, 2009 · 20:42 UTC#16

I live in Schaumburg,IL

 

In Illinois.

Posted Jan 21, 2009 · 20:47 UTC#17

I am thinking for some one on AVIC411 forum that can install it for me. If there is any one that lives in Illinois or in Schaumburg, let me know i will pay about 65 dollars US cash for full installation or more

Posted Jan 21, 2009 · 20:48 UTC#18

Can i have Best buy do it or Circuitcity. If they do it how do i contact them

Posted Jan 22, 2009 · 01:02 UTC#20

will Marksound Mobile Audio & Video do the instaillation.?

Posted Jan 22, 2009 · 02:32 UTC#21

Hey dawgbone. Should i get an installercard from crutchfield.

 

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_597421018/ ... ailed_info

 

I have a store that lives right by me.

 

Also dawgbone do u have an email or AIM-AOL or anything where i can contact you faster

Posted Jan 24, 2009 · 07:17 UTC#23

has any one did the installer card in dash let me know if the installers are good

Posted Jan 30, 2009 · 10:37 UTC#24

Seek professional help. You're hopeless