I have a 2003 Protege 5 with the factory 6 CD changer and subwoofer. I want to add Sirius Satellite radio so I probably need to change out the head unit. Before I attempt this, I wanted to get some feedback from the group on how easy/difficult this is to do. Specifically:
1. Is changing out the head unit a straight forward task? (with the right tools, I should be able to do this work myself)?
2. What special items, if any, will I need to install a new head unit (wiring harnesses, adapters, etc)?
3. Will I still be able to use the factor sub-woofer with a new head unit (assuming the new head unit supports a sub woofer).
4. Anyone have any experience with any of the national chain stores (Best Buy, Car Toys, Mobile One) and if so, what was your experience?
5. Anything else I should be concerned about?
6. To anyone that has done a head unit upgrade, what did you get and how does it work?
Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
1. Is changing out the head unit a straight forward task? (with the right tools, I should be able to do this work myself)?
2. What special items, if any, will I need to install a new head unit (wiring harnesses, adapters, etc)?
3. Will I still be able to use the factor sub-woofer with a new head unit (assuming the new head unit supports a sub woofer).
4. Anyone have any experience with any of the national chain stores (Best Buy, Car Toys, Mobile One) and if so, what was your experience?
5. Anything else I should be concerned about?
6. To anyone that has done a head unit upgrade, what did you get and how does it work?
Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks