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ZeuSS2011 · 09-25-2016, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by rydahog

so i assume you got this in, and did the OEM backup camera work ok and backup sensors? thanks

Yes, I installed this kit already. I already had an aftermarket head unit and aftermarket back up camera using the Metra kit. Right now, I only used the HVAC harness from this new kit and the faceplate with the HVAC controls. My chimes and back up sensors work as they did with the Metra kit. The issue I'm having right now is the temperature display at the top is not giving me a reading. All I get is ---F°. No actual temperature reading. Also had the issue with the hazards button not working. Called tech support and they suggested pressing down on the button a bit harder, which worked and checking that the harness for the temperature display is properly connected. Waiting for the chime module to get shipped so that I can go back in there and check the connection, while I install the rest if the kit with the new module.

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patternpilot · 09-25-2016, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by CreeperRS

You should be able to use something like this for a lot less. I had my antenna located were the center speaker is now. No issues.

https://shop.siriusxm.com/siriusxm-s...cle-tuner.html

After doing some research I was able to determine that this XM unit will work with the factory XM antenna. You just have to remove the plastic snap on connector from the factory antenna and it will plug directly into this module. There are YouTube videos showing how its done. I was able to get it at Best Buy for quit a bit less than from Sirius directly.
Thanks guy's for your suggestions.

Double D Mods · 09-26-2016, 10:33 AM

UPDATE ON CHIME MODULE

PAC AUDIO is aware of the missing modules and are working on correcting this problem for future orders. Of the 130 dash kits that have been shipped from PAC they seem to think this part was left out of all or most of them. They will be working with all authorized dealers to get these modules shipped to your authorized dealer to then be distributed to everyone in need. As long as you purchased a kit from an authorized PAC Audio dealer you should not have any worries.

CHIME MODULE AGAIN LOOKS LIKE THIS

rydahog · 09-26-2016, 10:58 AM

thanks for update.

Double D Mods · 09-26-2016, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by rydahog

thanks for update.

no problem
I will have them tomorrow per PAC who just called.

bigwayne3000 · 09-26-2016, 06:03 PM

So, anyone know if an iPad mini would work with this kit? I've been thinking of doing an iPad install in my car and would need to use a metra kit in order to retain all the factory controls but obviously would prefer this stock look instead if it's big enough...

patternpilot · 09-26-2016, 10:04 PM

https://shop.siriusxm.com/siriusxm-s...cle-tuner.html

So as I said yesterday I was able to pick up this unit at Best Buy for less than from XM. Today I was able to install it using the factory antenna. I found a YouTube video that showed removing the plastic clip on the factory XM antenna wire which allowed the wire to plug directly onto the XM tuners antenna connection. I used some industrial sticky Velcro to attach the unit to the dash just to the right of the head unit. XM works perfect and I did not have to deal with mounting the aftermarket antenna.
This was a good suggestion and saves some cash to be used for other things. Pretty much plug and play which I liked.
So far I am very happy with the PAC unit as a whole and recommend. Everything has worked and continues to work except for the phone cue issue.

bigwayne3000 · 09-26-2016, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by patternpilot

https://shop.siriusxm.com/siriusxm-s...cle-tuner.html

So as I said yesterday I was able to pick up this unit at Best Buy for less than from XM. Today I was able to install it using the factory antenna. I found a YouTube video that showed removing the plastic clip on the factory XM antenna wire which allowed the wire to plug directly onto the XM tuners antenna connection. I used some industrial sticky Velcro to attach the unit to the dash just to the right of the head unit. XM works perfect and I did not have to deal with mounting the aftermarket antenna.
This was a good suggestion and saves some cash to be used for other things. Pretty much plug and play which I liked.
So far I am very happy with the PAC unit as a whole and recommend. Everything has worked and continues to work except for the phone cue issue.

Good to hear... wish you were closer to the NE, as I'd pay you to install it over the installers in my area who I have no confidence in for troubleshooting and fixing things like you did...

CreeperRS · 09-27-2016, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by patternpilot

https://shop.siriusxm.com/siriusxm-s...cle-tuner.html

So as I said yesterday I was able to pick up this unit at Best Buy for less than from XM. Today I was able to install it using the factory antenna. I found a YouTube video that showed removing the plastic clip on the factory XM antenna wire which allowed the wire to plug directly onto the XM tuners antenna connection. I used some industrial sticky Velcro to attach the unit to the dash just to the right of the head unit. XM works perfect and I did not have to deal with mounting the aftermarket antenna.
This was a good suggestion and saves some cash to be used for other things. Pretty much plug and play which I liked.
So far I am very happy with the PAC unit as a whole and recommend. Everything has worked and continues to work except for the phone cue issue.

Nice!

bigwayne3000 · 09-27-2016, 07:44 AM

Can someone who has this unit do some measuring and let me know if an iPad mini would be able to fit in that opening? I'm willing to cut it and sacrifice that temp display if that would make it large enough to accommodate one.

MyLocalDJ · 09-27-2016, 09:14 AM

Have mine on order! Thanks for all of the information in advance!!

Low Saturn · 09-27-2016, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by bigwayne3000

Can someone who has this unit do some measuring and let me know if an iPad mini would be able to fit in that opening? I'm willing to cut it and sacrifice that temp display if that would make it large enough to accommodate one.

Take a look at post #39.

bigwayne3000 · 09-27-2016, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Low Saturn

Take a look at post #39.

Damn, sorry I missed that.... is that 17.5" x 10" it looks like?

Yippee38 · 09-27-2016, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by ZeuSS2011

Yes, I installed this kit already. I already had an aftermarket head unit and aftermarket back up camera using the Metra kit. Right now, I only used the HVAC harness from this new kit and the faceplate with the HVAC controls. My chimes and back up sensors work as they did with the Metra kit. The issue I'm having right now is the temperature display at the top is not giving me a reading. All I get is ---F°. No actual temperature reading. Also had the issue with the hazards button not working. Called tech support and they suggested pressing down on the button a bit harder, which worked and checking that the harness for the temperature display is properly connected. Waiting for the chime module to get shipped so that I can go back in there and check the connection, while I install the rest if the kit with the new module.

Sent from my VS987 using Tapatalk

I'm considering buying this unit. I've got the Pioneer AVIC8000-NEX and a Metra kit.

How was the wiring going from an existing install to this new faceplate. I imagine that converting the wiring could be confusing as hell. It took my hours to wire up the Metra kit. The idea of going from that wiring to this new unit makes me queasy.

09-26-2016, 10:04 PM	#119
patternpilot Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tri-Cities WA. Posts: 928 View My Garage	https://shop.siriusxm.com/siriusxm-s...cle-tuner.html So as I said yesterday I was able to pick up this unit at Best Buy for less than from XM. Today I was able to install it using the factory antenna. I found a YouTube video that showed removing the plastic clip on the factory XM antenna wire which allowed the wire to plug directly onto the XM tuners antenna connection. I used some industrial sticky Velcro to attach the unit to the dash just to the right of the head unit. XM works perfect and I did not have to deal with mounting the aftermarket antenna. This was a good suggestion and saves some cash to be used for other things. Pretty much plug and play which I liked. So far I am very happy with the PAC unit as a whole and recommend. Everything has worked and continues to work except for the phone cue issue. __________________ There's more to life than gas mileage LS3, Whipple, Custom Comp Cam, springs, pushrods, timing set, CAI intake, Apex cold air scoop, Doug Thorley TRI-Y headers, Billet Custom Products baffled Valve covers, Mighty Mouse Catch can, ADM FPCM, ZL1 fuel pump, MSD boost-a-pump, Hex Vent hood vents, ProSport gauges(fuel pressure, AFR, Boost), Corsa, 100 cell Cats. Jannetty remote tuned, Pfadt trailing arms, all parts user installed. No Dyno yet. Manual trans. 3.45 gears.

09-27-2016, 09:14 AM	#123
MyLocalDJ Drives: 2015 2LS Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Atlanta Posts: 238	Have mine on order! Thanks for all of the information in advance!! __________________

09-26-2016, 10:33 AM	#115
Double D Mods Drives: 2012 Grand Sport Convertible Vette Join Date: May 2011 Location: DD MODS Kieler, Wi Posts: 583	UPDATE ON CHIME MODULE PAC AUDIO is aware of the missing modules and are working on correcting this problem for future orders. Of the 130 dash kits that have been shipped from PAC they seem to think this part was left out of all or most of them. They will be working with all authorized dealers to get these modules shipped to your authorized dealer to then be distributed to everyone in need. As long as you purchased a kit from an authorized PAC Audio dealer you should not have any worries. CHIME MODULE AGAIN LOOKS LIKE THIS

09-26-2016, 10:58 AM	#116
rydahog Drives: camaro ss Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: usa Posts: 2,166 View My Garage	thanks for update.

09-26-2016, 06:03 PM	#118
bigwayne3000 Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 1,917	So, anyone know if an iPad mini would work with this kit? I've been thinking of doing an iPad install in my car and would need to use a metra kit in order to retain all the factory controls but obviously would prefer this stock look instead if it's big enough...

09-27-2016, 07:44 AM	#122
bigwayne3000 Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 1,917	Can someone who has this unit do some measuring and let me know if an iPad mini would be able to fit in that opening? I'm willing to cut it and sacrifice that temp display if that would make it large enough to accommodate one.