CTS-V2

Hello,

I have been reading TONS of online threads about the stereo and nav. However, a lot are from a couple years ago and prior. Is there anything new out there that works with the CTS-V system so I do not loose ANY functionality within the DIC? I am really getting sick of the buttons and crappy nav system!

Thanks!

USAFretired

Replace the buttons like I did and then use a Garmin. They were fairly easy to replace. The Nav is not a very good system in my opinion but if you still want it to look stock the buttons are $8 each. They can be had from Lindsay Cadillac. here is the how to.
http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/answe...ons/index.html

hyprZ28

Us V owners only wish there was a better alternative!

I seen a write up where a guy took the radio dash out of a regular CTS & made it work to where he had all the user information & was able to put an aftermarket NAV headunit in there.

D Block

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I just replaced my entire stereo system with aftermarket stuff and couldn't be happier. Everything still works properly. The on thing you lose is personalization/info stuff. I can figure gas mileage the "old fashion way", oil life by mileage or length of time, and if i need to know the outside temp ill watch the weather lol.

hyprZ28

ha ha nice! I think more of us need to have that attitude towards our stereos & the information screen!

CTS-V2

Do you have any pics? What kind did you go with? I don't mind giving up a few things. I would miss the trip odometer as I use that for oil life, but the rest isn't a huge deal, the mpg's aren't that accurate anyways and oil life I go by mileage as well.
So really I am more concerned about competitive driving mode and stability control. Do you still know when you turn that on and off etc?

heavymetals

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Here is a "teaser".

I have been working (on & off) on this project for awhile.

I finally got a replacement display for a broken nav unit I bought and now I am mounting a USB touch screen.

After I figure out and get control of the video display, LOOK OUT!

odthetruth

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That looks good. Carputer style? What OS you planning?

NeverSatisfied02

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This is my plan lol

heavymetals

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The goal is to keep all OEM functions.

Remove the cd changer and stick the computer in there, add USB and Ipod support.

OS will be windows based (probably), linux will suffice as the touch screen uses either.

long term project, but some progress.

Turbo Pig

Then come do that to mine?

heavymetals

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Grab a # and get in line.

For the moment it is a wishware project.

D Block

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Ill post pics of my install as soon as take some with a decent camera lol. You can see that tc is off (light on gauge cluster). Comp. and (as i call it) drive it like you stole it modes, you have to just get in hold the button and sling the car sideways a few times to see if the car gets pissy!! I went with pioneer 4400 series headunit. I have 2 sets of JL Audio C5 series 6.5" component sets on a jl audio 300/4 slash v2 series amp. 2 small batteries in the spare tire well. Dynamat the entire trunk. I plan on running 1 jl audio 12w7 sub on a jl audio 500/2 slash v2 series amp.

Corey Browning

I found this thread looking for that write up.

jmilz28

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Google fu needs work, grasshoppa:

http://www.cadillacforums.com/forums...-07-cts-v.html

http://cadillacfaq.com/faq/answers/a...dic/index.html

http://www.cadillacforums.com/forums...ml#post1921190

http://www.cadillacforums.com/forums...wners-who.html

More out there, I am sure.

Mercier

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For current reference, I bought a "good working pull" off eBay a month ago to do the base DIC, big screen hack and they are going for about a hundred bones these days. I haggled mine down to $85 shipped I think.

Anthony Toal

I wouldn't mind doing this, but would have to find a way to removes all the un needed buttons. Also, you would just need a GM Tech to put your vin in the DIC correct?

Mercier

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Yes; you need a Tech II or bring to the dealer. But dealer charges by the hour and apparently doesn't always get you done right the first time.. Might find a dealer that will work a set price for you.

CTSvOH

I found this kit on eBay. It may be of some help.http://www.ebay.com/itm/JVC-Double-D...lXLPjT&vxp=mtr

CTSvOH

I put a factory Nav unit into my mustang and had to have it reprogrammed for the car. I sent the unit to these guys for programming. http://clickoncps.com/. It was a few years ago but they charged $75 plus the shipping. It was cheaper than going to the dealer.