01 pontiac sunfire

[squeaky3]

ok so i have a question
my friend just went and bought a new cd player for his car
now i was wondering since i will be helping him install it because he doesnt know much about wiring it and stuff
but i was wondering what we will need to install it
i know that some cars need an adapter things for like the door chime and stuff but i have no idea what we need

if anyone can tell me what we will need that would be great

[sickcallawayc12]

Go to www.crutchfield.com and use their "what fits my car" feature. That will figure out exactly what you need.

Generally, you will need the proper wiring harness, most likely a dash kit, screwdriver or socket wrench and sockets, electrical tape, and the knowledge on how to remove the stock radio. Remember to disconnect the negative battery terminal before you start.

[squeaky3]

ya i know how to wire it up and stuff with the adapters and stuff its jsut that i have heard that you need some extra stuff for some gm cars

thanks

[sickcallawayc12]

I think you are referring to the GMLAN feature. I believe that is for '02 and up GM models so you should be good. The extra harness you may be thinking of is to retain certain GM features when switching to an aftermarket radio. The only important feature lost is OnStar (if equipped). Otherwise, you lose the door chime and some irrelevant DTC code is set so it usually isn't needed.

[PaulD]

Originally Posted by sickcallawayc12

Remember to disconnect the negative battery terminal before you start.

I forgot to do this on the Accord, a voltage spike pushed the needles (speedometer and tach) to the other side. It was a real PITA getting them back around.