Head Unit Install (with Steering Controls) VY/VZ/Monaro // How to
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- Step by step guide on installing a head unit into a Holden VY/VZ/Monaro including the steering wheel controls. If you have any questions about this install please comment below
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Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro and Parts
2:02 - Removing Old Head Unit
2:32 - Wiring New Head Unit In
5:19 - Testing New Head Unit
6:00 - Facia Plate
7:48 - Put It All Back Together
9:32 - Final Test and Outro
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JVC Head Unit: www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/j...
Kit: www.repco.com.au/en/in-car-te...
ISO Plug to JVC Plug: www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/a...
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Hi everyone! Thanks for watching and supporting. If you would like to see what connections you need to make and what wires to cut, check out my tweet here: twitter.com/j_man1324/status/1081471813731774470?s=21 Chuck me a follow and a like while your there. Thanks again and comment below if you need a hand with anything! Thank you!! 😊😊
Hi mate,
Good job, would love to put it in my VZ. The kit link isnt working mate, can you put in a description for what its called or fix link please?
Champion
Here you go mate! Just updated it!
www.repco.com.au/en/in-car-technology/audio/tuner-installation-accessories/aerpro-facia-kit-to-suit-holden-vy-vz-fp9056k/p/A9706814
Awesome great clip luv that u were able to keep the steering controls!
What a ripper of a video mate!
Cheers mate!!
Cheers for the video mate, helped me out heaps! 🍻
I've got the exact same radio so this is good!
Thanks so much. Very clear and straight forward.
Thanks for the vid, saved me $150 having it installed.
Thanks for the video just bought the JVC head unit and wiring harness kit and patch lead for my Holden VZ from Supercheap will be installing this weekend. Cheers 👍
Good luck mate, it’s really simple but just follow the video and if you have any questions feel free to leave a comment
I followed this video and installed my head unit all by myself 😋 thanks for the tips
Great job!!
Great video, very helpful for a first timer
Thanks mate, if you have anymore questions feel free to ask away :)
Loosen the side screws on the brackets and pull the head unit way forward, you have it set in way to far back.
cheers mate, so underated.
Good job mate keep it up👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks mate, always love getting feedback
Now that what I'm talking about. 😎
Wonder if I can find that patch kit stateside for my Pontiac GTO. My PAC steering wheel control adapter isn't working too well anymore
I just bought a headunit but there's a replacement stereo already in it so does this mean I have to take apart the console
Those cables you had to cut, I have a Pioneer Headunit, do i need to cut the same cables??
I tell you what, Mix 106.3 FM that you were tuned to is a bloody good radio station - my dad’s from Canberra and his brother still lives there in Monash and he listens to it. I often listen to it on iHeartRadio because the music they play is so good
Yeah it’s not a bad station, I think it’s a different place though as I’m not in Canberra or Monash but I believe it’s by the same company so all the songs are the same haha, so yeah it’s a good station 👍
Does the swc patch lead come in the kit or does it need to be purchased separately? Great vid man im going to follow these steps to install my own
If I was to get the same head unit what type of wiring would you need for the aerial lead plug from the car for a vy
Good to know for on our VZ. Wonder if anyone in NZ stocks them. Would of loved to see how the mic works as this is one thing I would be interested in and like about having MyLink on my newer holden I had.
What wires would I cut for a pioneer head unit bro? Thanks
Did you only need to take the trims off the screw the head unit in?
Hi James my name is Darryl and I own a vz 2005 commodore 3.6 v6 alloytec the reg has just as of now on hold for 12 months.At of now I have cleaned up rust on factory holden mag rim with Tyre on it.I am a painter as jobs I've done Davenport Navy Base Auckland as a I.D.I have sanding paper and a $90.00 ROTARY YOOL KIT.And METAL REINFORCED FILLER,REPAIR.GOT RUST-OLEUM PAINTERS TOUCH +PAINT +PRIMER.GLOSS,BLACK,FAST DRYING,INDOOR AND OUTDOOR.SUPERIOR COVERAGE.
Can u help do u know how to turn are airbag light off on vz
Hi bro Did you take that second metal casing out of the stereo?
What would grundig gx-3820 head unit be classed as on the path cable ?
Clear as vid mate it was perfect.
Im installing a kenwood head unit next week ill let you know how it goes . Ps ill cut the green and purp wire straight up.
Glad to hear mate!!!! Yes defiantly let me know how it goes!!
@@JamesMayer125 so the setup i purchased the steering wheel wiring only had 2 wires running into it so there was no need to cut anything. Everything worked perfect except i forgot to ground an earth wire for the andriod auto.
Thanks heaps mate
Awesome work mate
I had jvc head unit swapped it for pioneer but that aeropro harness doesn't fit
Can this work on a VE
Where do I ground the parking break wire
Should I disconnect the battery?
I'll have to do this now haha
Good Luck!!!!
Hi James, I’ve just purchased an atoto a6 standard entertainment unit to be fitted in a vz 2005 adventra. I also purchased a vz head unit installation kit on eBay but noticed there isn’t any steering control wires to connect for the wheel buttons to work. I may have to return i the kit and purchase the same kit you used but I’m not sure which patch lead to buy? Is it a type c patch lead I need? I was going to let the auto elec sort it all out but watching your comprehensive video has given me the confidence to attempt installing the unit myself so thanks very much for sharing
Hi there. Unfortunately I'm not too sure about the head unit. I would just assume the normal patch lead would work but it would differ on the type of wires to cut. It will be best to contact the supplier to see what they say about the patch lead. Hope this helps. Send me another message of you need any more help :)
James Mayer will do, cheers👍
Thanks man, about to install a Kenwood with the same Aerpro kit in a Monaro - this helps heaps! I have a question about the bluetooth mic - where is the big red arrow pointing @6:24? Cheers!
Andrew McWhirter, hi mate, the arrow is pointing to just under the the Speedo, facing upwards, anywhere can work as long as it’s in reach of your voice, hope this helps mate!
Where did you install the USB power points for the apple play? Mine just sitting loose under the head unit where you put small change etc, but I want them to look more neat like in a factory installed.
Hellpp plz. Trying to also install Kenwood what wires need to be cut? Thankx
So what your saying is, it's dead easy to take out the original and put in the new better one😁. My VZ 07 commodore executive needs this but Bluetooth is going in coz my car is already set up with it 😁
I ordered the 3 things in your description does the patch lead come with one of the 3 things ?
Sure does. Should come with the box of things! (Facia kit, plugs)
Hey mate if I was to install a alpine head unit what wires will I need to cut on the control box?
Alpine stereo should just need the green wire cut
Thanks heaps really easy install
And a shit tone louder then the stock one...
No worries mate. That's great to hear
Can any one tell me which is the remote wire?
Reckon with would work in my vy adventra aswell?
Wow do they work for a jetta
How do you know what wires to cut?? was it in the instructions booklet that came with the aerpro install kit?? Just looking at putting in a new head unit etc and I will buy all the harnesses. Thanks for your time James.
Yeah mate, was in the instructions but if your not sure, check the pinned comment on this video to see the photo I put on twitter with the instructions
@@JamesMayer125 sweet man thanks again too😉
Hi. Are you still able to control the player from the wheel? Thank you!
Yes mate
Says it in the title... there is a demonstration at the end.... I mention it in the video about 50 times.... you can control it with the wheel 😂😂
Hi james just want to ask if this stereo suits in nissan micra 2009? Please let me know thank you
I don’t see why not. Just make sure it’s a double din head unit that is installed at the moment
Will done , please i need the radio model number .
just ordered a kenwood bt 306 with the APP9KE5 Kenwood to iso with patch lead. since the harness and patch lead come together do i need to cut any wires or is it just plug and play?ps if i need to cut wires and i dont will anything bad happen or will the radio just not turn on?
You will probably have to cut the wires from memory. If you don't but them the steering controls won't work
Thanks mate. I've got a vz and this stereo - same head unit. However, trying to fit today found I don't have the yellow with green stripe wire. Plug that goes into head unit has a blue wire marked " remote control". Do I even need to patch lead?
Now lost power to unit...aahhh shit!
Any ideas?
Hmmm tricky one. The patch lead is just for the steering wheel controls and yeah you will need to cut the purple and green wires. As for no power. Check the fuse at the back of the stereo. And make sure you disconnect the battery when working on it hahah. Hope this helps
What is the issue to jvc plug do I'm assuming I need one for a double din touchscreen Sony unit?
I have gotten the fully holden facia kit aerpro on will I need anything else?
Hey mate, question… I don’t have a Yellow cord with a blue line labelled SWC for steering wheel controls so I don’t know where I plug my Key 1 patch lead cord into
Hey mate. Check out the updated version here: czcams.com/video/xmbdiB49Z5Q/video.html. This should answer your questions
Did you remove the steel backing for the factory headunit or leave it in?
Yes i removed it, the new head unit had another one so I used that
Did you have to program it to the wheel controls cuz I have every thing the exact same but was told I have to program it to the wheel controls but don’t know how
Nah I didn’t have to do that. Do you have a commo cause I know some other makes need to have keys programmed in computer
Hey mate so i bought a JVC Kwm 150bt, and bought the facia patch lead kit and the JVC iso to vy harness which does not have the steering wheel control lead on it, bloke at supercheap told me i need to cut into my loom ? shouldnt i just get the other step wire im missing which you have in the video and link it all together instead of chopping anything ?
any help appreciated cheers mate
Hi. Yes it's always better to go the plug and play way. You can chop into the loom but you'll need a wiring diagram and whatnot but it won't be easy to swap it out if you ever need to. The plug isn't too expensive and saves you alot of headache if something happens
Hey bro I'm from nz but where can I buy the kit from that you got in box I need one for my vy commy wagon
Supercheap
I can’t get power to my stereo any clues, I have a vy commodore and a kenwood head unit
That's a tricky one. Start off with the fuse. I know I blew one on another car i worked on. If not double check your wiring (was it hard wired or plug in like the video?) And if still no luck then potentially the head unit could be broken. Hope this helps
Nice video , I have a big hole , as the previous owner took the stereo
That's what she said!
Does your factory amp and sub work?
Havnt installed one yet 😂😂 I know I’m lazy haha I’ve been meaning to do it for a while
I have the exact same JVC Head unit, I've bought the same aerpro install kit and JVC patchlead, everything works when I plug it in but the steering wheel controls don't. Why do you need to cut the wires on the control box? Maybe because I didn't do this it doesn't work
You need to cut the cords on the patch lead to tell the system what type of head unit it is, if it’s a jvc, you’ll need to cut the green and the purple wires
@@JamesMayer125 it works now, you're a legend! Great tutorial:)
Can you do a video on how to take out the centre console please I can't find any
Hey mate, at this stage I won’t be doing another video on my car for a while (or atleast around the centre console, but to take it out, you pop open the side pieces near the gear knob, they are just clips (don’t worry you won’t break them) then once they are removed you can see some screws near the gear knob and just start removing screws and pieces until you get to what your looking for. The air con switches all stay on there Pannel, you just have to disconnect the plugs, hope this helps, feel free to message me on any social media if you need a hand with anything else! 😊
How did u just plug the antenna in with no cable I’m confused
You use the original antenna, it is a different style connector so the kit you buy has an adapter which converts it to fit into the head unit.
Hope this helps
Hey mate at 4:50 you say that you plug the brown wire to the SWC wire then then KEY 1 wire to the same wire...are you saying you have to split the wires?????
Hi there. The brown wire is key 1. :)
Hey not sure if you are still monitoring this video but I've just installed a kenwood headunit in my vz and steering controls not working. Did as exactly in video and cut wires before plugging anything in.
Hi there. I had the same problem when I first installed it. Turns out it was faulty. Yours possibly is aswell. Hope this helps
Lol with the tape unit lol haha
Do I have to buy the little wire connectors or do they come with one of the 3 things
which connecters do you mean mate? (Post a timeframe)
James Mayer like the little bits that are on the ends of the little wires so that you can plug them in to the other wires for example the Steering wheel control wire in your video it’s got that little connector on the end of the wire.
do u know what model that jvc head unit is? the link in description isnt working.
cheers
just adjusted the link, this isn't the exact one cause I think my one is discontinued, but this is the next one up
James Mayer cheers
Does the dash still have the volume level and so on
Nah nothing on the dash unfortunately
I see that your radio doesn't turn off when the car is off. I have the same issue. Have you fixed it?
Just a commodore feature. It shuts off when you open the drivers door. There is probably someone in the dashboard setting that controls it
Hey mate, just came across your video while researching how to install my head unit in my vy. I have a Kenwood unit what wires would I need to cut? Cheers mate
Kenwood should be the same as the ones I cut in the video. Purple and green
@@JamesMayer125 to easy mate cheers for that
Just did everything in ya video and steering controls still won't work, anything else I could try? Cheers
Have you had a look at your settings? If you have a look at the newer version of this video on my channel I show you how to go through settings and make sure it’s enabled. Some head units require that step first
If my head unit just came with a harness with bare ends, would I just need to buy a iso to bare wires and connect them?
Yes, just get a ISO to Your brand, then Holden to ISO and you are set. Hope this helps!
@@JamesMayer125 Cheers 💪
did you end using the 3.5 jack for the steering wheel plus the key 1 brown wire ? or do you only use the one wire thanks ?
Just the one wire mate, it’s all she needs
Hey man where did you get the vz head unit kit? I found one on trade me but they want $170 bucks for it?! Is that roughly what you paid for it? Definitly want the steering wheel control unit. Cheers
Druss B hey man, i brought mine for $100, from Supercheap auto, depends on what part of the world you’re in, this is the one I got, (price has go up abit) but this one will have everything you need, here’s a link: www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/aerpro-install-kit-to-suit-holden/SPO3753232.html
On special at repco. $72 www.repco.com.au/en/in-car-technology/audio/tuner-installation-accessories/aerpro-fp9056k-install-kit-to-suit-holden-vy-vz/p/A9706814
Is this head unit compatible with amps/subwoofer installations?
yes, in fact i even have a video on how to install an amplifier if it helps :)
How come you had to cut the wires from patch lead. I'm doing same but with Kenwood deck
I had to cut the patch lead so it knows what head unit I’m using, I believe kenwood is the same wires as in the video but if you look at the pinned comment on this video it will take you to a photo of the wires you’ll need to cut for you. Hope this helps, if you need anymore help just send us a message! 😊
@@JamesMayer125 I've done the green orange as it says but still no sound
It's going in a Wl caprice. Will that factory amp bypass the sound
Hey mate what do you think of the jvc headunit any good?
Yeah mate, I’ve had it in the car for about 9 months only had a problem once where if I had the lights on when I tried to start the car, the headunit wouldn’t work, but I think that is a fault with the VZ and one over one were occasionally it will disconnect music and stop playing but has only ever happened twice
@@JamesMayer125 Ahh thats alright, thanks for the quick reply man, might have to get one for my car then :)
Not a problem mate, yeah it’s not bad for the price
I had this all installed today and wonder why the steering controls don`t change the station and just go into search mode.I noticed this happened to you also.Do I have to learn to live with it that way?
hi there, yes I believe that is its default purpose unfortunately. there may be a setting to change this. however I don't use the radio that often, more the phone. I hope this helps!
Does that kit work for any double head unit or just that JVC one?
Sure does!! Depending on your head unit you will have to cut different wires
@@JamesMayer125 just got the same as you in the end lol thanks for the help
Good video mate, looking to install mine this weekend just wondering does the patch lead come in the kit?
Sure does!
With the steering wheel controls do I need to join the 2 off the patch kit into 1?
And also with the purple an green wire do I cut them off completely ?
Just chop the purple and green wire so they domt touch. Can chop them off completely. But not needed :)
With the steering wheel control wires from the patch kit I've got a key 2 and 2 ground wires there is only 2 free cables on the back of the headunit do I need to cut anything and join together ?
Should be fine just to join together. Just give to a quick test
What do I need to buy for a pioneer avh-a205bt and what would I need to modify?? VZ ss
So you will need to buy the same kit as mine (link in description) along with a pioneer to ISO adapter, and from there, you should just be able to follow the video and it should all just plug in and be ready to go! Hope this helps and let me know if you have any more questions
James Mayer thanks man appreciate it
James Mayer ok ordered everything and steering doesn’t work the hu is fine I noticed on your steps you say plug the brown wire into the sw yellow and blue cord I don’t think I have that? 🤔 any idea what I can do as no information tells you anything
Mopar 440 ah ok, that’s a tricky one, as it could be a number of things, you will have a steering wheel control wire as almost all head units nowadays do but I think some of them can be different colours depending on the brand so have a look at your wire guide on the box of the head unit. It could also be a bad steering control box, I had this problem with mine but I just returned it and got a new one and it now works perfectly. So try to find the SWC wire and call the Aerpro company as they can run you through a troubleshooting guide that will reset the box and if all else fails try to get another one. I hope this helps, feel free to comment again or DM me on Instagram or Twitter for more help :)
Hey mate do you have to disconnect your battery when going through the installation
Hi there. It's always a good idea to disconnect the negative terminal when working on electronics
@@JamesMayer125 cheers👍
No apple play? where do you install the usb connectors if you want to listen to music via a usb stick?
there is a little tab in the bottom right corner that is covered by a flap. if you open that there is an aux input and a usb input
@@JamesMayer125. I meant the outlets, where do you install the USB points in the commodore? In my commodore, it's just sitting loose where you put loose change under the flap door, I want it installed properly somewhere on the dash, where did you put yours?
How did you find out which wires to cut on the patch lead and stuff?
Also, I have a Pioneer head unit and a VY Commodore - which leads do I need to cut on the patch lead?
NMC Productions so there should be a piece of paper that comes with the patch lead to tell you which wire you need, I have a pinned comment on this video that will take you to the photo, with pioneer you won’t need to cut any wires, hope this helps if you have any more questions feel free to leave another comment!😊
@@JamesMayer125 Thanks mate, helps a lot.
@@nmcproductions5037 how did you get the pioneer head unit to work with the steering controls? cant gain access to the steering control settings in the head unit, cheers
@@SLICENINJA69 I wasn't able to get my steering wheel controls working - I connected everything up as it said in the instructions, on forums, on CZcams and as they told me in Supercheap and none of it worked - I just chucked the head unit in with all the steering wheel control stuff attached and if it magically starts working one day then that's a bonus.
Hey bro I know the video is old but I’m wanting to get this head unit mainly cause I don’t like the big ass antenna on my vz and don’t really like the look of the stock one, just wondering does the antenna come up if I’m using the Bluetooth ? Lol might be a dumb question but idk
Hi there. Yes it still comes up unfortunately however there is a way to disable that feature
@@JamesMayer125 how so, I think there’s an antenna plug for the headunit? Do I just leave it out
I’m not too sure on how to disable it. I havnt really looked into it cause it doesn’t bother me too much. But I have seen people have theirs activated by a switch
@@JamesMayer125 just gonna see what happens if I don’t plug the little silver antenna thing in
Just bought the same kit for a vy commodore. Have tried cutting the purple and green wires and still cant get the steering controls to work. Any ideas?
Depends on your stereo, what brand do you have?
@@JamesMayer125 kenwood/jvc
Did you happen to plug it in before you cut the wires?
@@JamesMayer125 yeah it was plugged in. If i disconnect and reconnect will it reset headunit?
There is a small chance that you have messed up the control box, ( I did the same thing the first time) might have to return it and get a new one, because as long as the green and purple wires are cut and the 3.5mm jack is connected the steering controls should work
I've changed the head unit in my VY commodore with a Kenwood DXP - 5200BT, nice unit but the antenna Goes up but doesn't come back down when switching away from the radio or turning the car off. Any ideas on what could be the issue ?
Hi there. Not too sure on the issue myself. Could be a broken mechanism that brings the antenna down or maybe it’s got a bend or something in it to prevent it from going down. I don’t really see how the head unit could be preventing it cause I believe that is controlled by the car.
@@JamesMayer125 thanks for your thoughts James. It's a new antenna as the original died before I put the player in. The only thing I can think of is the original antenna clip doesn't want to stay on the Aerpro supplied antenna pin at the back of the unit. Have had to use tape to hold it in place.
I’ve had the same problem. I used some electrical tape to hold the antenna on as I would loose radio signal when I’m right next to the radio tower😂😂 I’m thinking you should take a look at the mechanism that brings the antenna down. Run some trouble shooting and see how you go. Could be a simple fix
@@JamesMayer125 apparently it's due to the fact that the original heading has variable hight buttons for the antenna that the BCM isn't signalling the antenna motor to cycle down
Been told will need to make a minor change to the wiring at the BCM.
this mad jvc one
What if the keys won’t hold
I got a question for anybody who can answer, I got a Holden commodore Vy and I was just wondering while watching this if it would work exactly the same, I’m a bit paranoid when it comes to this stuff so just wanna double check it would def work if I installed myself
Should be just about identical. They are a very similar set up. Hope this helps
Hey mate, I have a Kenwood headunit and I am unsure which wires to cut? Do you have a photo or diagram that could help me?
Should be the same as the video
James Mayer so I cut the same wires you cut on your ISO?
Should be it mate. Pretty sure the Kenwood and the JVC are the same wires
James Mayer alright. Do you have the diagram that was on Twitter? If you find it, could you upload it so I can double check? If not, could you point me in the right direction so I can try and find it? That would be greatly appreciated!
How about for a mazda axela hatchback ?
What about them?
Tip mate. Cut out the music or turn it way down and talk slower and more clearly. Having to rewind multiple times because the music is over the top of instructions is really annoying and you're talking just a bit too fast makes following along a pain. Otherwise top notch.
Maddsyz27 sorry mate, if there is anything you need help on, just message me, also thanks for the tip
@@JamesMayer125 the jvc lead not included in the kit, do you have a link
@@Maddsyz27 I have a link to an Australian store here it is: www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/aerpro-aerpro-wiring-harness---suit-jvc-head-units-app8jvc5/535976.html
If you are not in Australia, google search: Aerpro Wiring Harness APP8JVC5
I always have to manually connect the Bluetooth on this. And it won’t switch between phones
Sounds like a problem with the head unit. I’d recommend contacting jvc
Gone buy this. Do I only need the three things u linked ??
Only if you want the same head unit. Otherwise you just need the other 2. If you are going a different brand then you will need a different ISO plug (last thing I linked) hope this helped
James Mayer awesome mate I already had the head unit and iso plugs just need the fascia plate. And cheers for actually replying just realised this video was posted over a year ago so is much appreciated for replying especially so quick 🤙🏼🤙🏼
No worries. Best of luck with the install!!
Hi, i have a JVC-MW560BT. I have cut the green and purple loops. Ive connected Key 1 to stereo Wheel remote input, and tried key ground to chassis or st remote ground.
still cannot get controls to work. Any suggestions? I’ve left the 3.5mm jack disconnected
for future reference, try plugging wiring in a sequence from car side to headunit side or for JVC, 3.5mm jack can be used
I have a vy berlina
Sorry to bug you mate but I'm having trouble finding the right wiring harness, can you post a link? Great video btw 🤙
Autobarn has them all...
JVC Remote to Android. Where to find? Google Play there is no.I bought JVC KW-R930BT. However, the phone does not control anything-sound,color etc
Hi there, just had a look on jvc’s website and it says the google play app is coming soon but yes the app barely does anything, all colour is controlled on the head unit itself, all it really does it play songs which you could do from your normal music app anyway, it’s pretty useless and I’ve not once used it. (Also you shouldn’t be using your phone while driving so it makes no sense why you would need an app 😂😂)
How about sound quality?
That good?
Nasrul Azran yeah mate, I only run it just on the door speakers and sounds great, will be installing an amplifier and 6x9 speakers soon though
You fucking legend been stuck on if I use the remote wire out of the stereo
Glad to help mate!
Why do I need a patch lead
your patch lead is so the steering control box knows what kind of head unit you are using
Why?