Can you put Nav in a non-nav car?
03-28-2005, 08:13 AM
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Can you put Nav in a non-nav car?
I recently purchased an 03 TL-S with no Navigation. I was wondering if its possible to install FACTORY nav in my car. im not so interested in having the nav work, just the a/c controls and use the screen for DVD. please help me i searched everywhere.
03-28-2005, 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by 03Silver-S
I recently purchased an 03 TL-S with no Navigation. I was wondering if its possible to install FACTORY nav in my car. im not so interested in having the nav work, just the a/c controls and use the screen for DVD. please help me i searched everywhere.
it's been done, and in fact there was a post not even a month ago about the full install to make it functional, but it's not cheap, and it's alot of work. But the point is...it can be done. Do a search and you should find it no problem.
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03-28-2005, 11:29 AM
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Do a search for 'lithiumus' ... he's done the conversion on his TL (before he got the NSX). Having a degree in electrical engineering does help ...
03-28-2005, 01:34 PM
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Yea, thats the same thing I want to do.... Just have the navi screen in the car, and use it for DVDs. So technically, all the parts you would need, is....
1. Screen
2. A/C Unit
3. Wireing harness?
4. DVD Player
Keep in mind all 03Silver-S and I want to do is use it for a DVD screen, not full fledged Navi.
1. Screen
2. A/C Unit
3. Wireing harness?
4. DVD Player
Keep in mind all 03Silver-S and I want to do is use it for a DVD screen, not full fledged Navi.
03-28-2005, 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Comet2404
Yea, thats the same thing I want to do.... Just have the navi screen in the car, and use it for DVDs. So technically, all the parts you would need, is....
1. Screen
2. A/C Unit
3. Wireing harness?
4. DVD Player
Keep in mind all 03Silver-S and I want to do is use it for a DVD screen, not full fledged Navi.
1. Screen
2. A/C Unit
3. Wireing harness?
4. DVD Player
Keep in mind all 03Silver-S and I want to do is use it for a DVD screen, not full fledged Navi.
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03-28-2005, 08:11 PM
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Im going to do it in a week or two. Ive got all the parts(I think) now Im waiting on wheels and tires for my Accord so I can leave my TL in the garage for a few days. It doesnt look that hard but if you dont know how to read a wiring diagram you're going to have trouble. Ill try to do a DIY because I couldn't find one either, just a bunch of threads that said do a search but nothing that actually helped. Ive got a lot going on right now but I really want to get this done so give me a few weeks and maybe I can help you.
03-29-2005, 07:01 AM
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wow you guys respond very fast. i can definately install everything myself, i used to be an installer at Circuit City. my question is where can i get these parts such as the dash piece, a/c controls, and the acura screen?
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03-29-2005, 07:42 AM
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Originally Posted by 03Silver-S
wow you guys respond very fast. i can definately install everything myself, i used to be an installer at Circuit City. my question is where can i get these parts such as the dash piece, a/c controls, and the acura screen?
03-29-2005, 10:30 AM
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salvage yards
Yea, thats the best way. I've found the screen at a scrapyard, but no luck on the A/C pieces. I'm jsut going to buy the dash piece from acuraautomotiveparts.org..... its only like 87 bucks I think.
03-29-2005, 11:53 AM
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www.acuraautomotiveparts.org has all the right parts, i think. do i need the navigation unit to get the screen to work, or can i just by the screen and use a dvd player to control it?
03-29-2005, 11:54 AM
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I believe we just need the screen, but I'm almost positive that we will need the wire harness that fits into the screen, and then somewhere along the line splice that into the DVD player. Thats my guess.
03-29-2005, 12:06 PM
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I got my screen and nav unit off of ebay for $350 and all my extra stuff from the dealer. We have an Acura dealer at the complex I work at so I got employee prices. Ill post all the prices when I finish, but off the top of my head; instrument cluster bezel, mounting bracket for screen, gps antenna, ac control, assorted hardware, and wire for new harness(from home depot) less than $400 with my discount. If you can get it from a scrapyard go for it, much cheaper.
03-30-2005, 11:39 AM
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I make a plug and play navi harness for 99-03 tl's. I had one in the black market forum and no one bought it. I am at work now but I can give you more info later if you wish.
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