Pioneer AVIC-Z2 for an '06?

[JimBob24]

I am considering installing an AVIC-Z2 in my '06. Has anyone done this and how did you like it? I especially want a large screen built-in GPS with hard drive instead of a nav disk.



I would be replacing my factory radio so I know I need the double+ DIN center radio bezel. Is there anything else needed for installation, such as a special installation bracket or mount? How about ease of installation?



Any info, advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.



Jim

 

[ModifiedDiesel]

Here is a picture of my AVIC-D3 installed in my 07. 5



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In addition to the factory nav bezel you mentioned you will need a Metra dash installation kit 99-6510 and the Can-Bus Chrysler radio harness.

 

[Rudity23]

You guys with your 2x DIN dash mounts are so spoiled.

 

[JimBob24]

Looks great. I assume that it knows it is in a Dodge via the Can-Bus? Thanks also for the info and pn of the install kit.

 

[ModifiedDiesel]

On atleast the AVIC-D3 you can download custom backgrounds, so that is where the Dodge logo came from.

Goto AVIC411.com for a bunch of good information on the AVICs, if I were a betting man I'd guess you could download a custom background onto the Z2 also, but I am not positive.

 

[JBrincks]

I installed the AVIC-Z1 in my truck about 8 months ago. The only downside to the radio is the Ipod interface. It is really slow and searching for a song can take awhile. The navigation works excellent the only problem I have had with the navigation is I had originally installed the antenna under the dash. The signal strength was week in the position I installed it, however, I have since moved it to the top of the dash and have had no problems. I am currently debating on installing XM to get the NavTraffic feature the Z1 offers. I would recommend this radio to anyone looking into a navigation system. And as far I as I know the Z1 is very similar to the Z2.

 

[nickleinonen]

You guys with your 2x DIN dash mounts are so spoiled.

so true:{:{

 

[JimBob24]

In addition to the factory nav bezel you mentioned you will need a Metra dash installation kit 99-6510 and the Can-Bus Chrysler radio harness.

I have found the Metra kit but not sure about the harness. Anyone know a part number or source for this harness??



Thanks.



Jim

 

[ModifiedDiesel]

Metra XSVI-6502 Chrysler Interface For select 2005-up Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep vehicles Supplies switched accessory power to aftermarket receivers at Crutchfield.com



That looks like the harness I used, unfortunatley I threw out the wrapper. I bought my harness from Best Buy so maybe that is an option for you.