[Boomer10]

I want to put in a Double DIN stereo in my G6, and was wondering if there is a way to retain the Driver's Information Center for it. I know there are ones for single DIN. Any ideas?

 

[Hambone]

Hey, sorry to butt in, but what is a single or double DIN?
Sorry to interupt

 

[-+JoezDog4+-]

you would have to fabricate something using the single din aftermarket DIC... I know a guy who put his DIC in the glove, just a thought

 

[WhoaThereBigFella]

Ham,

Try this adobe file for a brief explanation of the "din" thang. It's at http://www.installdr.com/TechDocs/999006.pdf

 

[Hambone]

Ham,

Try this adobe file for a brief explanation of the "din" thang. It's at http://www.installdr.com/TechDocs/999006.pdf

Thanks!

 

[Boomer10]

Thanks!

I haven't found anything yet either. I want to put an In Dash GPS in and I like the larger face without it coming out and blocking the air vents in the center dash. I will keep looking. I may settle and get the smaller DIN radio eventually.

 

[llcardona]

Hi Everyone, I'm new here and just bought an 08 G6 last week. My question is, can I install (will have Best Buy do it) a touch screen stereo similar to this one and still somehow keep the DIC (information center)?

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Pioneer...Deck/4040138.p?id=1218450204021&skuId=4040138

 

[Firedown]

You need a metra kit and to extend the wires and stick is somewhere else, as in glove box or center console.

 

[CarGuy1989]

Check my pics. I did it. I have a Kenwood DNX-7180 I put it in my center console.

 

[Logbyblamo]

Metra 95-3303B

This kit will solve all your problems for those that have been searching all day like I have. It forces you to use a single Din but lets face it, there isn't much more the double Din can offer that you cant get out of a single these days.
So far the cheapest i have found this is $230 off ebay but Ill keep you posted if I find it better. Model is "Metra 95-3303B"

 

[JJBoxer1]

Boomer I was told that I have to purchase the Metra 95-3303B if I wanted to keep the DIC, but double Den should work, and the cost of it is ridiculous at $229.00 to $300.00, I might just go without the Metra because I never used the Steering wheel controls anyway.

 

[JJBoxer1]

Well guys I had to breakdown and purchase the Metra 95-3303b, I found it on Ebay for $215.00 now I'm just waiting for it to get here, can't wait so I can play the music that I want to here from my Galaxy phone.

 

[cvaughan]

Well guys I had to breakdown and purchase the Metra 95-3303b, I found it on Ebay for $215.00 now I'm just waiting for it to get here, can't wait so I can play the music that I want to here from my Galaxy phone.

Let me know how this works out for you. I have a 06 I want to upgrade.

 

[JJBoxer1]

Well I have the metra 95-3303b, it is a Double din at the cost of $229.00 on ebay and at metra online store too, now all I'm doing is waiting for the shop to install it on 3-12-14 they will install the the info box in my glove box then run the 4ft harness that came with it to the head unit, will keep you guys posted on how it goes after the installation.

 

[Dmanj]

Why not just install it yourself? All you do is colour match the wires and connect them together.

 

[Riffy]

Why not just install it yourself? All you do is colour match the wires and connect them together.

I wanted to try doing it myself but I am not sure how to open the car up to get at the places I need. I wanted to run it to the armrest bin and just keep it inside. I have a good idea on what I will do to secure it in place however I keep looking at my car trying to guess how I would do it.

 

[Dmanj]

It's pretty easy to get at. There are threads showing how to remove the radio that you can follow to take the dash apart. From there its only 2 or 4 bolts that hold the center console in. There are clips that hold the silver piece around the shift to the console. Once you start to pull the console out you have to disconnect the wiring from the traction control button and 12V outlet. Then you can just pull the console out, drill your holes and connect everything.

 

[Ricks08G6]

I just got the metra kit and stereo from crutchfield. When you buy a stereo, they cut the cost of the metra kit 50%. Got everything installed yesterday morning. Much better sound than the stock stereo.

 

[D0M1NIX]

I just got the metra kit and stereo from crutchfield. When you buy a stereo, they cut the cost of the metra kit 50%. Got everything installed yesterday morning. Much better sound than the stock stereo.

Do you mind sharing the link to the discounted Metra kit?

 

[Dmanj]

crutchfield.com

You have to buy a stereo for it to be discounted.