Metalriffic_dad
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Is the stock head unit good enough if i add an amp and premium speakers? Or should i upgrade everything? Can i transfer the os to a new stereo?
Head unit and speaker upgrade on my 2016.5 cx-5 sport
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- Plano, Texas, USA
Here is excellent write up by RG_Flyer who installed an aftermarket infotainment system into his 2016 CX-5 Sport. In addition to BlueTooth connection and color touch screen, I believe RG_Flyer also figured out a way to make steering wheel audio controls work with the system! (cool)
Finally! The correct parts for the 2016 CX-5 Sport:
Finally! The correct parts for the 2016 CX-5 Sport:
Metalriffic_dad
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Metalriffic_dad
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Thank you. I guess my biggest concern is being able to utilize everything that comes preinstalled with the stock head unit. Like controlling the lights and service reminders.
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- Plano, Texas, USA
Your 2016.5 CX-5 Sport should have stand-alone double-DIN audio system and it should have nothing to do with controlling the lights and service reminders other than serving as a display. But I don't have Sport and the best way is to PM these questions to those with Sport who had done the headunit replacement.
Metalriffic_dad
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Thank you
Metalriffic_dad
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I'm just going to install better speakers and my 12" sub with a 5 channel amp. Hopefully the stock HU will perform ok.
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Stock speakers in automobiles are always the weakest link. Lack of power from stock head-unit's amplifier is another weak part. By doing speaker upgrade especially with an additional amp and sub-woofer, most people would satisfy the result. Besides, if you're not happy after speaker upgrade with an amp, then you can always consider more involved head-unit upgrade.
Metalriffic_dad
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Thank you
