advan24r

After debating between either the RNS-E or aftermarket, I finally decided to go with aftermarket just because it can play DVDs, has Parrot Bluetooth and GARMIN navigation. I know the RNS-E can play DVDs but that requires other software and hardware to make it work. I'm very happy with the Kenwood. I also chose it over Pioneer because of the Bluetooth and GPS makers.

Note: Dash Kit is by Metra (p/n: metra 99-9102)

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BOYO backup camera license plate frame
Kenwood iPOD cable
connects2 cambus steering wheel module customized onto kenwood harness (easy plug and play)

newdriver5

this looks really nice, but how does this work with your steering wheel controls? do you have bose? did you have factory sat radio? I have been thinking of putting a nav plus in my car for the ease of adapting to factory harness etc. but i have bose siruis, and would hope it would be a simple plug and play for install.

advan24r

You would need the connects2.com steering wheel module. This module allows you to keep your volume, seek, and mode buttons. It controls the sources through the mode button. I also have bose, everything is stock except the stereo. I had factory sat radio but only used it for a trial period. This new deck is SIRIUS, XM, HD RADIO ready meaning you will need to purchase the additional hardware to run any of those features. Basically it is much a plug and play w/the connects2.com steering wheel module along w/the kenwood harness.