I’m a sound professional, but I haven’t checked out installing an aftermarket stereo in almost 20 years. Things have definitely changed, haha.
What’s the difference between these install kits? Why is BB selling me a 12v to 6v step down? Do I really need all this stuff to keep things working like they should?
It’s for a 2013 Honda CR-V LX with the standard radio (no navigation, no amp). It looks like there might be some problems keeping certain factory features, like setting the clock?
Is there a way to do it for less money? Local stereo shops are giving me quotes starting at 550.
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I do a lot of installations, and I should mention that I work for Geek Squad. Axxess can be a bit unpredictable. Some of their harnesses work really well, while others have caused issues with clients’ vehicles. I usually suggest other options if they’re available since I don’t want to take up a client’s time with several appointments just to fix an Axxess. If it matters, I’d put a maestro in my Honda Fit.
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Can you please reference your harness used to connect the Meastro to the fit?! It’s not listed as a compatible car on their website. I would love the radar detection integration.
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Hey, I have a couple of quick questions. Do you have a lane watch camera on your passenger mirror? Hey, do you happen to know if there’s a PAC or Maestro solution for your vehicle?
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I thought Crutchfield did a great job with the Insta Docs and their customer service and support. Plus, they often have affordable harnesses that come with what they’re selling. I’m not really sure how their prices stack up against other online dealers, but I ended up really happy.
Don’t forget to grab the steering wheel control stuff if it’s offered to you. It’s awesome to have.
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The Scosche dash kit is just what you need to get the head unit up and running while keeping your steering wheel controls functional. It’s not really working.
The one with the Maestro RR is on a whole different level. If you get a fully Maestro compatible head unit, you’ll see OBD info on the screen like coolant temp, trans temp, MPH, TPMS, 0-60 times, and around 40 more gauges, while keeping all the factory features too. The 12v to 6V step down should keep your factory backup camera working.
These days, parts cost a lot. Head units need more than just a basic 12V and ground wire to work. CANBUS is involved in everything.
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Understood. If the factory camera has its own screen, I don’t need to step down if I’m not connecting it to the head unit, right?
I definitely don’t need the odb data on the screen. This is for my girlfriend’s car. I’ve come across some posts about people losing access to the vehicle settings menu, having trouble setting the clock, and the steering wheel phone button not working anymore. I’m trying to understand what each module does and what you have to give up with them.
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You can grab the 12v to 6v adapter, but you likely won’t need it. Don’t worry, the maestro will handle it even if you need to step down. Just ensure the store you go to knows what they’re doing. It should be super easy, even with the maestro harness. You can also buy another harness based on the radio you’re installing. Maestro has a harness that connects to the maestro end and the radio brand. It usually costs just a little more, but that makes the installation pretty much plug and play. Which brand of radio are you putting in?
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I’m probably doing a Sony ax3200, but not 100% yet
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The Maestro RR will work with the Sony, but I think you’re wasting your money since that Sony doesn’t really support the RR features. It’ll work, but you won’t get all the features from the RR since that Sony model doesn’t support them. If you grab the Sony ax4000, you’ll get things like gauges, temperature readings, and check engine info. You can’t get that with the 3200. If you’re going to use the Maestro harness, make sure to get a radio that works with it too. That’s it.
The Maestro RR will still keep the steering wheel controls working but it has a lot more features.