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Replying to: error438 (Nov 15, 2007 6:17 pm) If you Civic is still under warranty just bring it in and explain the problem. Chances are they'll replace the CD player because Honda will pay them even if you can't duplicate the problem while they are there. If they give you any trouble, just go to another Honda dealer---somebody will do the work because it's more money for their service department. Chances are they'll trust what you're saying because one really wouldn't have any reason to make such a story if they were only going to get the same unit replaced. |
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We have just purchased a Civic Ex Coupe and we would like to have XM radio capabilities. The XM radio from Honda is over $500. I'm guessing the advantage is that it installs seamlessly with the factory stereo. If you purchase a third party head unit, will you lose the audio controls on the steering wheel? Will it make a mess of your dashboard? Anyone have any ideas on this? I'm wondering if it is just worth it to spend the bucks and get the Honda unit. Thanks in advance.
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Replying to: ottomation (Dec 01, 2007 9:19 pm) |
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Replying to: ottomation (Dec 01, 2007 9:19 pm) First of all, you can probably do the Honda unit for less than $500. College Hills Honda sells it for $227: http://www.collegehillshonda.com/honda_civic_4dr_accessories/06_08_civic_electro- nics.htm You could buy it from them and call around and find whichever local dealer would install it for the lowest price. The other option is to leave your Honda head unit installed and get an XM add on unit such as the ones listed here: http://www.xmradio.com/shop/index.xmc The most expensive one is only $170 and it has things the honda unit wouldn't do, such as allowing you to pause and rewind up to one hour of music (like a TiVo). Also it has a much nicer display for showing the song titles and artists. The Honda Head Unit has to scroll through song titles and artists where as these displays show everything on one screen at one time. You can talk to a local stereo installer about where it could be placed so it won't mess up your dash. I've seen some people mount them behind the gear shifter in that cubby area. The third option as you mentioned is to replace the whole head unit with an aftermarket that is XM Ready. You could do that if you don't like the sound you're getting from your Honda head unit currently. I've heard they can still get the steering wheel controls to work with an aftermarket. One way is to wire an infrared transmitter to the center console and the steering wheel controls can send signals to your aftermarket deck through that. Again check with your installer who knows his stuff about that. Good luck.
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Replying to: jet10000 (Dec 02, 2007 8:27 pm) http://www.vaistech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=510&page=3
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Replying to: kyote (Dec 03, 2007 7:17 am) Thanks for the link. Having had both XM and Sirius, I prefer Sirius. There's been rumors of an adapter for Sirius to work with Hondas for over two years. I had sort of given up as the release dates have been pushed back numerous times. It looks like this could be finally released. The item just won an award, so it must have been in operation enough to be tested: http://www.cnbc.com/id/21793806/ Total price appears to be around $150. Here's a link to The Sirius Store which is not selling them yet, but has an alert you can sign up to: http://www.tss-radio.com/honda-and-acura-sirius-connect-honsc1-scc1-package-p-56- 08.html Part one is the tuner box which connects to a rooftop antenna (which is included in the package) and connects to the adapter. Part two is the adapter which connects to the tuner and to the back of the Honda head unit. It's definitely a better price than the $227 I found for the Honda XM unit.
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Replying to: jet10000 (Dec 03, 2007 9:25 pm) Thanks for the reply and the links. I added myself to the TSS alert list. This is a great option!! I also like SIRIUS better than XM. Right now I have a SIRIUS plug and play unit. On the antenna, I just mounted it under the rear speaker shelf and it works really well. I like this option better than putting it on the car roof. On other cars I have mounted the antenna on the roof and end up with just a lttle scratching and paint discoloration after a few years. Just wanted to mention that. I sure know what Iam asking Santa for this year!
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Replying to: kyote (Dec 05, 2007 8:39 am) Since you've already got it mounted, you should be able to keep your same antenna with the new Sirius tuner. Sirius uses pretty much the same antenna connector for all of their radios. Here's the link to a PDF file for the Honda XM add on. You can follow part of it to install the Sirius unit. It shows how to take apart the dash properly to get to the jack in the back of the Honda head unit. I'm sure that's the same jack that the XM add-on plugs into. http://www.collegehillshonda.com/instructions/8th_gen_civ_sedan/xmradio.pdf Good luck. If you get it up and running, please post your results here! |
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hello there, new to the form and liking it. i was about replace all of my speakers in the vehicle and was wondering what sizes they were. i looked in the manual, and all my books i have even searched alittle online with no success. if anyone knows what the speaker specs are it would be awesome for a reply. Thanks a lot!
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Replying to: mrchasehughes (Jan 29, 2008 11:15 am) You didn't mention what model or trim of your car you have. But I went to Crutchfield.com and for my 2008 Civid Sedan it says, 6 1/2" round speakers are the largest that will fit in both the front and the rear. Go there and check your model and then click on the car name and it will tell you the speaker dimensions. |
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