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OmniCamaro · 05-14-2014, 10:06 AM

On the truck for delivery, about to start all my prep work!

Deke736 · 05-14-2014, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by OmniCamaro

On the truck for delivery, about to start all my prep work!

Nice! Just make sure you turn the key to make sure it's working! I hear that's an important step!

OmniCamaro · 05-14-2014, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Deke736

Nice! Just make sure you turn the key to make sure it's working! I hear that's an important step!

Haha! I'll try to remember that important step

4RSS FED · 05-14-2014, 02:51 PM

Hi. First time posting in this thread but I have been following along. I thought I would add a couple of notes on the install. This is on a 2012 M6 w/BA. I also have my camera split between the factory mirror and the mylink screen. I received the unit yesterday and got it installed last night. Everything works great and it is a real nice change.

1. I did not have to dremel the radio hole or modify the gauge cluster. I could see the difference between what was shown on the DVD vs. what my car had.
2. Take a picture or write down your XM radio I.D. which is on the label on top of the radio. When you call XM to update your info they will want to know this and charge you $15 or ask if it was a dealer warranty replacement.
3. Cable length is more than adequate to reach everywhere.
4. Getting the shifter trim/gauge cluster back in was a pain because of clearance with the cig/powerport and shift boot hold down bracket. I wound up removing the boot bracket and installing it after I got the gauge cluster forward but before snapping it down.
5. I had an insulated wire on the new harness that the insulation was partially skinned off where the grey outer sheath was cut. I wrapped it but maybe something to look out for.

The resolution for the backup camera on the mylink screen does not seem as sharp as the rearview mirror. I am not sure what I did wrong or maybe that is the way it is. Anyone else notice a difference? Also the distance marks and projected path yellow arcs are not displayed.

Is there a time limit set for the radio being on with the key removed? This would be if you just pushed the power button and did not have the key in the ignition. The old one would time out at 10 minutes. I think I went past that mark playing with the touchscreen.

The instruction sheet and DVD were a great help. Guys thanks for sharing the info, it made the install really straight forward.

DwRed1LTV6 · 05-14-2014, 03:51 PM

Glad you got yours in and working.

I was at Deke736's install on saturday.
Was my cars faceplate that would work in his car.

Kashi · 05-14-2014, 07:58 PM

Got it installed and it's working fine. I am happy.

GearHeadPeter · 05-14-2014, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Kashi

Got it installed and it's working fine. I am happy.

Excellent !!!!!!!!!!!!!

2SSRS@Gen5diy · 05-14-2014, 09:25 PM

Here is the PDF for the install.

jeepguy_1980 · 05-14-2014, 10:52 PM

Thanks. That alleviated some of my concerns.

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OmniCamaro · 05-14-2014, 11:06 PM

Ofer, do you guys have any instruction for my door lock mod? No idea what to do there, other than installing the door pulls/switches which is done. Help?!

2SSRS@Gen5diy · 05-15-2014, 12:59 AM

Best is to use DWALEX thread he did a nice job on it.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=266095

OmniCamaro · 05-15-2014, 11:44 AM

**Note, before you try to remove the glove box remove the following latch (2011). I broke mine :(

OmniCamaro · 05-15-2014, 11:46 AM

When removing the Onstar box behind the glove box: when looking towards the front, look behind and to the right of the box, you'll see a grey wire holder that is a push-in type holder for the wire bundle. If you push that through, towards the front of the car, the box, and the wires, will come out much much further!

Connector:

Push it back through this hole:

Eich · 05-15-2014, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OmniCamaro

When removing the Onstar box behind the glove box: when looking towards the front, look behind and to the right of the box, you'll see a grey wire holder that is a push-in type holder for the wire bundle. If you push that through, towards the front of the car, the box, and the wires, will come out much much further!

NOW ya tell me! Good tip. It's a pain working on that OnStar connector.

05-14-2014, 10:06 AM	#85
OmniCamaro US Veteran Drives: 2011 Silver Ice Metallic 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Bossier City, La Posts: 1,407	On the truck for delivery, about to start all my prep work! __________________ *Dear Lord, give me the strength to carry on despite my Camaro addiction!* JRE iTSX tune, full cat-less Dynatech exhaust, CAI intake, Stillen Slotted/Drilled Rotors, RB braided brake lines, BMR lowering springs, (reserved for definite future MODS)

05-14-2014, 02:51 PM	#88
4RSS FED Now Compressing Air Drives: 2012 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: California Posts: 24	Install notes Hi. First time posting in this thread but I have been following along. I thought I would add a couple of notes on the install. This is on a 2012 M6 w/BA. I also have my camera split between the factory mirror and the mylink screen. I received the unit yesterday and got it installed last night. Everything works great and it is a real nice change. 1. I did not have to dremel the radio hole or modify the gauge cluster. I could see the difference between what was shown on the DVD vs. what my car had. 2. Take a picture or write down your XM radio I.D. which is on the label on top of the radio. When you call XM to update your info they will want to know this and charge you $15 or ask if it was a dealer warranty replacement. 3. Cable length is more than adequate to reach everywhere. 4. Getting the shifter trim/gauge cluster back in was a pain because of clearance with the cig/powerport and shift boot hold down bracket. I wound up removing the boot bracket and installing it after I got the gauge cluster forward but before snapping it down. 5. I had an insulated wire on the new harness that the insulation was partially skinned off where the grey outer sheath was cut. I wrapped it but maybe something to look out for. The resolution for the backup camera on the mylink screen does not seem as sharp as the rearview mirror. I am not sure what I did wrong or maybe that is the way it is. Anyone else notice a difference? Also the distance marks and projected path yellow arcs are not displayed. Is there a time limit set for the radio being on with the key removed? This would be if you just pushed the power button and did not have the key in the ignition. The old one would time out at 10 minutes. I think I went past that mark playing with the touchscreen. The instruction sheet and DVD were a great help. Guys thanks for sharing the info, it made the install really straight forward. Attached Images

05-14-2014, 03:51 PM	#89
DwRed1LTV6 Drives: '11 VR 2LT HHr Join Date: May 2011 Location: Gateway to the West Posts: 2,720	Glad you got yours in and working. I was at Deke736's install on saturday. Was my cars faceplate that would work in his car. __________________ 2011 Hhr Formerly known as Silver85IrocZ !! Last edited by DwRed1LTV6; 05-14-2014 at 04:01 PM.

05-14-2014, 11:06 PM	#94
OmniCamaro US Veteran Drives: 2011 Silver Ice Metallic 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Bossier City, La Posts: 1,407	Ofer, do you guys have any instruction for my door lock mod? No idea what to do there, other than installing the door pulls/switches which is done. Help?! __________________ *Dear Lord, give me the strength to carry on despite my Camaro addiction!* JRE iTSX tune, full cat-less Dynatech exhaust, CAI intake, Stillen Slotted/Drilled Rotors, RB braided brake lines, BMR lowering springs, (reserved for definite future MODS)

05-15-2014, 11:44 AM	#96
OmniCamaro US Veteran Drives: 2011 Silver Ice Metallic 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Bossier City, La Posts: 1,407	Note, before you try to remove the glove box remove the following latch (2011). I broke mine :( __________________ Dear Lord, give me the strength to carry on despite my Camaro addiction!** JRE iTSX tune, full cat-less Dynatech exhaust, CAI intake, Stillen Slotted/Drilled Rotors, RB braided brake lines, BMR lowering springs, (reserved for definite future MODS)

05-14-2014, 07:58 PM	#90
Kashi Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Nightfall Gray Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Vidor, TX Posts: 84	Got it installed and it's working fine. I am happy.

05-14-2014, 10:52 PM	#93
jeepguy_1980 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Newport News Posts: 1,310 View My Garage	Thanks. That alleviated some of my concerns. Sent from my HTC6525LVW using Tapatalk

05-15-2014, 12:59 AM	#95
2SSRS@Gen5diy Drives: 2014 Z/28 #82+#192, 18ZLE 66Nova Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: By the lake in AZ Posts: 15,728 View My Garage	Best is to use DWALEX thread he did a nice job on it. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=266095

05-15-2014, 11:46 AM	#97
OmniCamaro US Veteran Drives: 2011 Silver Ice Metallic 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Bossier City, La Posts: 1,407	Mylink Install When removing the Onstar box behind the glove box: when looking towards the front, look behind and to the right of the box, you'll see a grey wire holder that is a push-in type holder for the wire bundle. If you push that through, towards the front of the car, the box, and the wires, will come out much much further! Connector: Push it back through this hole: __________________ *Dear Lord, give me the strength to carry on despite my Camaro addiction!* JRE iTSX tune, full cat-less Dynatech exhaust, CAI intake, Stillen Slotted/Drilled Rotors, RB braided brake lines, BMR lowering springs, (reserved for definite future MODS)