Has anyone installed an AVIC-Z2 in the new model GM trucks? This would include any 2007+ Tahoe, Yukon, Sierra, Silverado, and Avalanche.

If so please share your experience with this install.

- Do you have any pictures of your install?

- Any fit issues?

- What kit did you use and why?

- What factory interfaces and steering wheels controls did you use?

i have installed the avic-z2 in my trailblazer. the adapters i used where the pac os3 bose adapter and the pac-swix for my steering wheel remote controls. since it is a double din opening the fitment is not a problem and it looks pretty stock as well. i will have pictures posted tonight if you want?

Best Kit - BKGMK317, fits the AVIC's the best

Peripheral - GMAHLANB, w/ Bose

GMAHLAN, w/o Bose

PESWIPS, steering wheel controls

Best Kit - BKGMK317, fits the AVIC's the best

Peripheral - GMAHLANB, w/ Bose

GMAHLAN, w/o Bose

PESWIPS, steering wheel controls

This looks exactly like my 2007 Saturn Outlook (GMC Acadia). Does this steering wheel control interface with the factory buttons?

Thanks

Tony

Best Kit - BKGMK317, fits the AVIC's the best

Peripheral - GMAHLANB, w/ Bose

GMAHLAN, w/o Bose

PESWIPS, steering wheel controls

 

This looks exactly like my 2007 Saturn Outlook (GMC Acadia). Does this steering wheel control interface with the factory buttons?

 

Thanks

Tony

Yes

Best Kit - BKGMK317, fits the AVIC's the best

Peripheral - GMAHLANB, w/ Bose

GMAHLAN, w/o Bose

PESWIPS, steering wheel controls

Shotgun_customs,

Judging from the name of your picture this is in a Sierra. What model Pioneer is that in the picture or more importantly what is the depth of the unit? My major concern is depth for this application. The AVIC-Z2 is 6-1/2" deep and the clearance I believe in the GMT-900 vehicles (Tahoe, Sierra, Yukon, Avalance, etc) is I believe 6-5/8" deep. Then there is the concern of additional depth needed for the cables and still be able to mount flush.

Thanks,

Chad

Best Kit - BKGMK317, fits the AVIC's the best

Peripheral - GMAHLANB, w/ Bose

GMAHLAN, w/o Bose

PESWIPS, steering wheel controls

 

Shotgun_customs,

 

Judging from the name of your picture this is in a Sierra. What model Pioneer is that in the picture or more importantly what is the depth of the unit? My major concern is depth for this application. The AVIC-Z2 is 6-1/2" deep and the clearance I believe in the GMT-900 vehicles (Tahoe, Sierra, Yukon, Avalance, etc) is I believe 6-5/8" deep. Then there is the concern of additional depth needed for the cables and still be able to mount flush.

 

Thanks,

Chad

That unit is the AVIC-D2.

Depth isn't that big of a concern b/c we cut out the sub-dash of all our installs. It gets really crowded with the on-star/bose interface, steering wheel control, RCA plugs, and power connectors all behind the radio. Plus you don't want any pressure on the radio b/c then it will stress the plastic kit.

Best Kit - BKGMK317, fits the AVIC's the best

Peripheral - GMAHLANB, w/ Bose

GMAHLAN, w/o Bose

PESWIPS, steering wheel controls

 

Shotgun_customs,

 

Judging from the name of your picture this is in a Sierra. What model Pioneer is that in the picture or more importantly what is the depth of the unit? My major concern is depth for this application. The AVIC-Z2 is 6-1/2" deep and the clearance I believe in the GMT-900 vehicles (Tahoe, Sierra, Yukon, Avalanche, etc) is I believe 6-5/8" deep. Then there is the concern of additional depth needed for the cables and still be able to mount flush.

 

Thanks,

Chad

 

That unit is the AVIC-D2.

 

Depth isn't that big of a concern b/c we cut out the sub-dash of all our installs. It gets really crowded with the on-star/bose interface, steering wheel control, RCA plugs, and power connectors all behind the radio. Plus you don't want any pressure on the radio b/c then it will stress the plastic kit.

I really appreciate your input on this. I want my AVIC-Z2 to be a flush install. Just to make sure I am on the same page. When you refer to the sub-dash I assume you are referring to the molded plastic that is behind the factory stereo? Once it is removed (cut out) it exposes a metal bracket connected to a tubular shaped metal cross member? Does it look like the following two pictures after you cut out the sub-dash? And how much more room do you estimate you gain when you gut out the sub-dash?

http://www.lazyassgeek.com/photos/album ... ll_001.JPG

http://www.lazyassgeek.com/photos/album ... ll_002.JPG

Thanks,

Chad

That looks right. Now you have room to tuck all the harnesses under the metal support. If you are installing XM, the tuner will fit on top of the on-star module(the silver box in the lower of the opening) and under the plastic.

Here's mine in an 07 Avalanche. I have full pics of install if you want those as well. If you have any questions about the install let me know. It was actually easy.

HELP!

Putting my Z1 in my new 07 sierra NEW style. SOmeone PLEASE send me wiring diagrams OR listings/colors. I cannot find the REVERSE at the BCM. Holy cow, I have to get this installed.

Lots of room behind the dash on the 07 NEW sierra, but I think I tried to overstuff with the XM tuner in the dash too! Think I'll relocate that before I finish up.

Hi,

It looks great on the Avalanche, I will order a D3 can you please tell me what parts do I need for the installation and the most important thing the steering control.

Thanks,