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Replying to: daltongc (Nov 06, 2005 8:06 pm) The description I have found for the Toyota XM kit states it requires JBL. THe description for the Toyota Sirrius Kit (Product ID PTS31-00052) is silent on the issue. If it can be used with the non-JBL radio, my next question will be whether anyone has installed it themselves? It mentions that drilling is required, but I don't know what is involved. |
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 Hi, I have just returned to the world of Toyota ownership. (Previously had an '01 Solara Convertible.) On Saturday, we went to our local Toyota dealer to pick up a coupon for a free turkey. When we got there, the salesman asked if we were there just for the promotion or were we interested in a car. I told him that as long as we were there, I'd like to see a fully loaded Avalon Limited after having read (very little) about them. Needless to say, after seeing one, I got really interested. We were told that their Avalons are usually sold before they get to the dealer, and he showed us a print out of one coming in next week. While we were looking at that, the salesman was told by his manager that a deal had just fallen through and they had one available. After a bit of dickering, we finally bought it and drove it home. Now my question. The only thing the car doesn't have is XM radio, which I really got used to in the '05 Honda Odyssey that we traded in. No where do I find any info re how to add XM to the system. I will be checking with the dealer, but having seen references here, I would like to know how much it costs to add this, and does it have to be done at a dealer or can a car stero shop do it for less. The radio installed is the high end radio that has the AM/SAT button.
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Replying to: rsblaski (Nov 13, 2005 11:50 pm) Congrats on your recent purchase, you will luv the vehicle... Here is some info from a recent post of mine that answered a similiar question: "...Congratulations on the purchase of your new Avalon Limited! I have had mine now for a little over a month and absolutely luv the car. BTW, mine has factory installed XM radio, and you can have it also. Try browsing the regular Toyota Avalon 2005+ forum, and searching on XM Radio. If you can't find what you need, post back here and we will help you. The short version: you can purchase the exact same factory XM radio module and have a friendly radio shop install it for you if you wish. It ties into the JBL system already in your Limited. Way cool! Advise if you need a reference for purchasing, etc... Mike |
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Replying to: rsblaski (Nov 13, 2005 11:50 pm) I have been doing some searching, reading the reviews of both XM and Sirius and am leaning towards XM. I have also found this dealer : metrotpn.com and am wondering if anyone else on this board has used this site. They are offering the factory XM kit for $250.00 with free activation and 3 months free. I have emailed the service department asking about the "deal specifics" and they promptly replied saying that the free activation and free 3 months require a 1 year contact (no biggie). Can anyone recommend a sound install shop in the DC/NOVA area for the install -or- should I use my dealer (Koons - Arlington)? Also, has anyone used the XM traffic networks in the Mid Atlantic region ? One more thing, I just waxed my Avy this weekend, along with full RainX on all glass surfaces and WOWOWOW !!! What a beauty ! Then tonight, I looked at her under the lights and she almost had a Silvery/platinumish/greenish hue. Awesome ! Reminds me of my old '77 911S in the platinum (gold) Glasurit paint, turned nearly green at night. I continue to be impressed with this vehicle - btw, my factory remote start works fine from my hotel room on cold Philly mornings - and I'm on the fourth floor and my car is at least 60 ground feet away (not counting the height). Never thought I would use the remote start as I live in a condo with private underground parking - but it certainly has turned out to be a VERY nice convenience. Please let me know if you have used this metrotpn site, I have used anythingtoyota.com for my mud guards but they don't offer XM at near the price or with a free activation or the free 3 months. rslaski, hopefully a little of my info above can help you, if not, stay tuned to this board --- it is LOADED with a WEALTH of information to make your AVY everything you could ever hope for. Cheers ! dcboater |
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Replying to: dcboater (Nov 14, 2005 7:32 pm) You can transfer the Sirius off to at least three radios in your life time but you have to pay the $75 activation fee. Here is a link to install instruction I got off this board once. http://www.x5portal.com/05_Avalon_XM_Tuner_Installation.pdf
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Replying to: dcboater (Nov 14, 2005 7:32 pm) Anyone can get the "free activation, first three months free deal..." for XM radio and their Toyota. You do not have to commit for a year or any time period either! My new Avy came with the factory install of XM. I called the XM folks, gave them the code printed at the end of this message. They activated my radio for free and gave me the three free months. They won't even ask for a credit card or anything up front; they will tell you that just before the 90 days expire XM will mail you a sign-up form if you wish to continue. No pressure, no hassle... All you need is the Radio ID from your radio which you obtain by turning the station selector to station 000. Then, call 800 XM-RADIO Here is the magic promotional code: XMTOY2003 Advise if you need more info... Mike
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Replying to: mstem (Nov 15, 2005 8:45 am)
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Replying to: prime time (Nov 15, 2005 9:09 am) I think you can beat that deal... go the Web site of AnythingToyota.com, search on XM Radio; they have the whole package on sale now for $299.00. Once you have that in hand, any decent local radio shop should be able to do it for ya. I think a ballpark install fee should be around $100.00 or so, depending on area. The Toyota package that you buy from them will be the exact same stuff used at the factory. I have not been able to find a better deal than the "3 months free, no activation charge..." deal I mentioned above. Good luck, after only a couple of months I feel XM Radio is worth almost any price!!! Mike
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Replying to: prime time (Nov 15, 2005 9:09 am) zekeman1 |
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Replying to: cms1528 (Nov 15, 2005 7:11 am)
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