How hard is this to install? Would an educated person with no experience with working with cars be able to install this?
1953126
You describe me in your question: educated with no experience with cars. I was able to install them. I would not say it was "very easy" because you'll have to learn a bit about your car before doing it. The manufacturer has some nice instructional videos here: http://youtu.be/jgvvx3qGA_g and here: http://youtu.be/NZp1vqScX64 . I still had lots of questions that were specific to my car and had to do a lot of research there. I did have to drill some holes for mounting screws (since there was no place for zip ties to attach). All told, I probably spent eight hours, two trips to the auto parts store and several attempts before I figured out all the steps.
1648957
If someone knows what they're doing it would take 30-40 minutes to install. I recommend two people, one to hold wires so the other can make good solid connections. Look up a wiring diagram for your vehicles stereo, and match with the head units diagram. It's very simple, but you must pay attention to the details when installing.
1491300
Make sure you have the right connector for you vechile! Read the enclosed instruction and follow. My installation took me about 25 minutes! Of course I had to remove 2 trunk panels! Good luck!
995240
It's an easy install, but if you have doubts about doing it yourself, get help doing it. It's OK to not want to do this yourself. Get professional help, or a competent friend. In my case, I chose to mount it in a very well hidden location underneath my dash, and wire it discretely to an always-on power source also under the dash. Discuss options with your installer. It isn't a difficult project, so won't cost you a lot of money. Or no money, in the case of a friend. You will be amazed how well it works: Instantly locate you vehicle, download a complete history of where it has gone, every spot along the way, and how fast it was going at each point. Does what it claims. Go for it! It's an easy install, but if you have doubts about doing it yourself, get help doing it. It's OK to not want to do this yourself. Get professional help, or a competent friend. In my case, I chose to mount it in a very well hidden location underneath my dash, and wire it discretely to an always-on power source also under the dash. Discuss options with your installer. It isn't a difficult project, so won't cost you a lot of money. Or no money, in the case of a friend. You will be amazed how well it works: Instantly locate you vehicle, download a complete history of where it has gone, every... » Read More It's an easy install, but if you have doubts about doing it yourself, get help doing it. It's OK to not want to do this yourself. Get professional help, or a competent friend. In my case, I chose to mount it in a very well hidden location underneath my dash, and wire it discretely to an always-on power source also under the dash. Discuss options with your installer. It isn't a difficult project, so won't cost you a lot of money. Or no money, in the case of a friend. You will be amazed how well it works: Instantly locate you vehicle, download a complete history of where it has gone, every spot along the way, and how fast it was going at each point. Does what it claims. Go for it! « Show Less
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Short answer: kind of? The installation can be tricky but once you get it installed it's totally worth it. There are several videos online that walk you through the process...that's the only way I would have gotten it done. Give it a shot it's worth it.
1805447
It was not hard to install at all. You can You Tube the instructions. There is a great video that shows the entire process, step by step.
1551802
before you order this, make sure you have an exact wiring diagram of the car...there are numerous likely colored wires under the dash that the instructions and additional references they send you do not address. you must know exactly what you're doing..ie: be a professional installer or have done one before. it was way to complicated for my ability (i do my own oil changes, tune ups, radiator/transmission flushes and brakes) so it was returned.
2251296
We took ours into a professional for installation. It will cost about $100-$150 more but is worth it. You would have to do the same even if you purchased this from a dealer. Hope this helps.
1893852
I think it can be easy or difficult, depending on the vehicle. I installed mine (with a Kenwood DDX371) in a Land Cruiser, and it took me several hours to figure out where to hide the wires, how to remove the panels, how to get the spare tire out of the way, how to wire it, etc. I also researched it on ih8mud.com (a forum for everything Land Cruiser). I'm a girl with moderate mechanical ability, but I figured it out and learned a lot. I would not say it was easy. I probably saved $200 by installing the radio and camera myself. The most difficult part was fitting the wires through some of the rubber grommets because they had other wires coming through them and there was not much room. Running it under the vehicle as one person suggested would have been much easier. Good luck!
1514536
If your car uses a CANBUS, it may be difficult to install this. Your installer will be the best judge of it. I know this doesnt help you...sorry.
1053857
Yes u can ... Its not hard at all ... If it unsure google it and watch a video ... Save yourself the money n buy a new part for it car
484865
This is keyless entry only, if you have no experience then I would have a pro install it.
269756
Usually you should take this to be installed if you're not familiar with the inner workings of the car. It needs to be mounted into the roof (literally to the frame of the vehicle) and the audio wires need to be internally fished through and connected to the audio system and power of the car. Then it will work. Unless you work on cars a lot and have a lot if auto body knowledge you should get this done professionally. We went to Frys to have ours installed but you may not have one in your area. Maybe best buy would be a good alternative.
350453
If you can get a you tube video on how to install for your make and model of vehicle, it's fairly straight forward. Otherwise, it will take some head scratching about how to get to the mounting screws.
1640124
Most people should be able to do it themselves. That being said, I found the wiring diagram for my vehicle online which made everything much easier. Also be prepared to have any needed bypasses or special items that may be needed for the your specific vehicle before you start. It took me 2 1/2 -3 hrs, but it worked great.
1648522
"Easy" is relative. It was easy for me but I've worked on cars for a long time. I wouldn't suggest this repair for a novice; but removal and installation is pretty straightforward.
580434
I actually had it installed by people very familiar with plumbing. They tell me if you are "somewhat knowledgable" about plumbing it should not be difficult. It does come with the hardware needed to install it. Good luck!