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jfish7 · 11-13-2010, 02:49 PM

Just ordered the PDIM unit and steering wheel controls. Can't wait to install into car. However, I am a female that never has done any of this before. I will be following the step by step instructions posted on this site. Will let everyone know how things turn out.

2010IBMSS · 11-13-2010, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jfish7

Just ordered the PDIM unit and steering wheel controls. Can't wait to install into car. However, I am a female that never has done any of this before. I will be following the step by step instructions posted on this site. Will let everyone know how things turn out.

let us know if you need any help...It is pretty easy to do.

2010IBMSS · 11-15-2010, 01:28 AM

**UPDATE****

I have learned that if your PDIM stops working, you DO NOT need to disconnect the battery at all!

all you have to do is pull out (F13) fuse labeled "DISPLY 10A" on the side fuse box by the driver side. This will reset the radio.

As per the shop manual, the fuses description is as follows:

T11 Multimedia Player Interface Module (USR), A20 Radio/HVAC Controls

My USB port stopped working, the radio showed "NO DEVICE FOUND" and then I unplugged the USB flash drive and tried to plug it in again, but nothing happened. I also tried to plug the "AUX" cable in and...nothing.

After a quick Fuse pull, everything worked again. I hope this helps, I started hating disconnecting the battery all the time it quit working.

JSC81 · 11-22-2010, 04:56 PM

17. Perform the radio calibration upgrade. This will allow the radio to recognise the PDIM. This is required on all vehicles that have not had the PDIM installed before.

18. Perform a PDIM calibration upgrade. This will ensure the PDIM has the latest level of software available.

So "17" Is getting it sent from GM?

And... "18" Is performed by the service technician?

Just asking because I just had to leave my car overnight because the technician was mentally challenged. Even after giving him the instructions he tried to blame wiring of course although I pointed out I had power. Then he went on to say that the tech he talked to for what I believe was 17 in the instructions wasnt required..... READING COMPREHENSION..... Jesus where do they hire these people from!?

afireinside · 12-12-2010, 11:08 PM

nice pics wonder w all the issues if its gonna be worth it for my 1ss....

SSilver5gen · 01-04-2011, 09:37 PM

What comes in the package? Just a new harness?? Do you have to cut into the center console for the port?

slick rick · 01-04-2011, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSilver5gen

What comes in the package? Just a new harness?? Do you have to cut into the center console for the port?

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=45256

PDIM accessory kit comes with the following

No cutting is necessary, there is a replacement plug that has the USB port and AUX in.

SSilver5gen · 01-04-2011, 09:49 PM

Awesome thank you!!

gl2filmerguy · 01-07-2011, 08:47 PM

You don't need to plug anything into the back of the radio do you?

slick rick · 01-08-2011, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by gl2filmerguy

You don't need to plug anything into the back of the radio do you?

You plug the harness into the disconnect that is on the passenger side of the console. Nothing new needs to be plugged into the back of the radio. You can review the install instructions here: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/attach...9&d=1254768031

Coop · 01-09-2011, 02:38 PM

gl2filmerguy · 01-22-2011, 04:22 PM

Ok just installed mine. Very straight forward. Hardest part was trying to do it in 10 degree weather in a garage with no lights :0

I'm gonna get my radio programed soon hopefully.

Daniel92 · 01-29-2011, 11:34 AM

with the steering wheel controls added to my ls wil it be ablle to stream music wirelessly or do i need this usb thing added?

jtzako · 01-29-2011, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Daniel92

with the steering wheel controls added to my ls wil it be ablle to stream music wirelessly or do i need this usb thing added?

Controls alone do not do anything for you. You need some method to hook the phone/music player to the car. The PDIM is what adds the usb port. There is also a way to add bluetooth but I havent done that one.

11-22-2010, 04:56 PM	#60
JSC81 Drives: 2010 1SS/RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Charleston, WV Posts: 400 View My Garage	17. Perform the radio calibration upgrade. This will allow the radio to recognise the PDIM. This is required on all vehicles that have not had the PDIM installed before. 18. Perform a PDIM calibration upgrade. This will ensure the PDIM has the latest level of software available. So "17" Is getting it sent from GM? And... "18" Is performed by the service technician? Just asking because I just had to leave my car overnight because the technician was mentally challenged. Even after giving him the instructions he tried to blame wiring of course although I pointed out I had power. Then he went on to say that the tech he talked to for what I believe was 17 in the instructions wasnt required..... READING COMPREHENSION..... Jesus where do they hire these people from!? __________________

12-12-2010, 11:08 PM	#61
afireinside Firefighter/Medic Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS LS3 IOM, 2008 Z71 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Detroit Michigan Posts: 233 View My Garage	nice pics wonder w all the issues if its gonna be worth it for my 1ss.... __________________ Mods: LSR Sway Bars, LSR Short throw shifter, MPD1 spoiler, Heritage Grille, 5% Limo tint

01-09-2011, 02:38 PM	#67
Coop Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Lawton/Fort Sill, OK Posts: 1,632	__________________ 2010 Camaro 1SS Inferno Orange Magnusson Supercharger Installed and Tuned by ADM Performance, Roto Fab CAI IOM painted, MBRP Cat Back Exhaust, Barton Industries Short Shifter, Clear Image Headers, Pedders coilovers, BMR Front/Rear sway bars Trailing Arms and End Links, VMax ported TB

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11-13-2010, 02:49 PM	#57
jfish7 Fish Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Batavia, Ohio Posts: 8 View My Garage	Just ordered the PDIM unit and steering wheel controls. Can't wait to install into car. However, I am a female that never has done any of this before. I will be following the step by step instructions posted on this site. Will let everyone know how things turn out.

11-15-2010, 01:28 AM	#59
2010IBMSS Drives: 2010 camaro SS RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: (915) TX Posts: 645	UPDATE I have learned that if your PDIM stops working, you DO NOT need to disconnect the battery at all! all you have to do is pull out (F13) fuse labeled "DISPLY 10A"** on the side fuse box by the driver side. This will reset the radio. As per the shop manual, the fuses description is as follows: T11 Multimedia Player Interface Module (USR), A20 Radio/HVAC Controls My USB port stopped working, the radio showed "NO DEVICE FOUND" and then I unplugged the USB flash drive and tried to plug it in again, but nothing happened. I also tried to plug the "AUX" cable in and...nothing. After a quick Fuse pull, everything worked again. I hope this helps, I started hating disconnecting the battery all the time it quit working.

01-04-2011, 09:37 PM	#62
SSilver5gen Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: CT Posts: 264 View My Garage	What comes in the package? Just a new harness?? Do you have to cut into the center console for the port?

01-04-2011, 09:49 PM	#64
SSilver5gen Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: CT Posts: 264 View My Garage	Awesome thank you!!

01-07-2011, 08:47 PM	#65
gl2filmerguy Drives: 2010 Summit White Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Toledo Ohio Posts: 388	You don't need to plug anything into the back of the radio do you?

01-22-2011, 04:22 PM	#68
gl2filmerguy Drives: 2010 Summit White Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Toledo Ohio Posts: 388	Ok just installed mine. Very straight forward. Hardest part was trying to do it in 10 degree weather in a garage with no lights :0 I'm gonna get my radio programed soon hopefully.

01-29-2011, 11:34 AM	#69
Daniel92 Drives: 2010 camaro ls Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: OC Posts: 58 View My Garage	with the steering wheel controls added to my ls wil it be ablle to stream music wirelessly or do i need this usb thing added?