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Old Dec 22, 2015 | 09:52 PM
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Hi I have an 03 h2 and I would like to know if there are any gm radios out there with an aux in that would be just a plug and play option to replace my 6 disc changer.

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Old Dec 23, 2015 | 08:34 AM
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Does it have to be GM?
There's a plethora of android based units in the sub $500 category that will work with everything, including steering controls. You can spend more and get a Kenwood/Pioneer/Alpine that works with everything as well.

What are you hooking up w/ the aux connector? Most new head units have bluetooth (1 or 2 radios) & usb ports at this point.
 
Old Dec 23, 2015 | 09:51 AM
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The only reason I'm looking at gm is because of the rear controls and steering controls. Didn't want to have to buy a ton of things to make it work.
 
Old Dec 23, 2015 | 10:58 AM
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I am interested in this also if anyone has a suggestion. I'm looking for a new touchscreen that also allows steering wheel controls to work. A simple install I could do myself would be best.
 
Old Dec 23, 2015 | 05:10 PM
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I believe there is a wiring harness you can purchase with an aftermarket radio to retain steering wheel radio functions. I believe they run about $100 or so. Check Crutchfield as they can suggest a radio and also a harness. Hope that helps!
 
Old Dec 23, 2015 | 11:52 PM
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Crutchfield can help you out.
Many of the android units will work w/ the proper harness (it's not a big deal to hook up at all). I do not know about the rear controls. I will have to do some research. I know for a fact, the steering wheel controls work 100%.
 
Old Dec 24, 2015 | 03:53 AM
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I have a Pioneer AppRadio3, steering wheel controls work fine as does OnStar (as far as I can tell). If I had to do over I'd get one of the new ones that has Android Auto support, or one that runs Android.

Other benefits are backup camera input and full bluetooth handsfree support, not to mention everything that comes with Android integration (screen mirroring in my case).

There are extra bits you have to purchase for steering wheel controls, OnStar and I believe rear seat media controls (not sure on this one), but from personal experience it's well worth it.
 
Old Dec 24, 2015 | 08:43 AM
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Following advice above, I came up with the Kenwood Excelon DNX892
Now I need to figure out which adapter for steering wheel controls.
 
Old Dec 24, 2015 | 09:01 AM
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Ok well I guess my thread has been hijacked because none of this is actually answering my original question. Can anyone please reply to my original question.
 
Old Dec 24, 2015 | 09:04 AM
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No. You need an additional harness.
 



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