What you need to install an aftermarket stereo in Mk2 Leon

[matthewbentham]

To install an aftermarket headunit you need 4 adaptors:

1) an adaptor to go from car to the unit itself.

http://www.incarexpress.co.uk/view_product.php?partno=CARPI221

this adaptor is for Pioneer units and will let you use your steering wheel controls. You'll have to use search engine to find adaptors for other makes of head unit

If the headunit is not steering wheel control compatible then click below:

http://www.incarexpress.co.uk/view_product.php?partno=PC2754VW

2) the SEAT sat-nav fascia adaptor.
Go to your SEAT dealer and ask for part no. 1P2858071A. You will need to give your reg no. to get the correct colour trim. this part cost me £8.45.

3) do a search on eBay for a VW Golf Mk5 fascia. (approx £9-15) This will fit in the SEAT sat-nav fascia adaptor and then you can put in your aftermarket headunit.
If installing a double-din unit then you will need to cut out the middle bar in the VW Golf fascia adaptor.

4) a Fakra aerial adaptor

http://www.incarexpress.co.uk/view_product.php?partno=CT27AA14

Also there is loads of space for wires, iPod connectors etc behind climate control unit. You'll find it easier to install the unit if you remove the climate control unit and vents above the stereo. This unscrews (using Torx T20 driver) and unclips.

For an iPod, there is a piece of plastic in the roof of glovebox that can be pushed out so the iPod can sit in there.

I installed a double-din Pioneer AVIC-HD3BT sat-nav unit. This cost me £1500 but it was so worth it. There are so many features. Bluetooth, voice recognition, built-in harddrive, DVD player etc
Click
http://www.pioneer.co.uk/uk/products/10/20/241/AVIC-HD3BT/index.html for more details.

Sound quality has improved greatly. no distortion at higher volumes compared to OEM unit


Next thing is to add my sub (already pre-wired) and replace OEM speakers.


Any questions just email or message me

Matt

 

[seat_lion]

does the unit also work with bluetooth control as in will interupt the signal and put bluetooth through the speakers?

 

[matthewbentham]

I've only had the unit installed since Saturday so have only made a call to my brother thro it. He says he could understand me very well. I've got the microphone attatched to roof lining near to driver's A pillar. I wud imagine the unit wud cut the music when a call comes in. I'm off work on Wed so I'll try it then

Matt

 

[seat_lion]

sorry didnt realise the unit had bluetooth i meant with the seat optional bluetooth

 

[matthewbentham]

I havnt got SEAT bluetooth cos I knew this unit already had it so I'm unsure.

 

[FReddytdi]

got any pics?

 

[matthewbentham]

here are some quick pics ive just taken:

vehicle dynamics mode

Map mode

AV mode

The beauty of this unit is that you can change the background picture to whatever you want

 

[FReddytdi]

can't see the pictures, not sure if its just my laptop

 

[matthewbentham]

visit this link for pics

http://public.fotki.com/matthewbentham/pioneer-sat-nav/

Regards
Matt

 

[matthewbentham]

just installed my sub in. its made a huge difference to sound. changed settings on HU so low frequency sounds are sent to sub instead of door speakers

pics to follow shortly

 

[matthewbentham]

cheap audio

this website does top branded ICE at low prices.

http://www.audio66.com

Matt

 

[matthewbentham]

sub pics

finally got round to posting sub pics. click image to enlarge





If you plan to put a sub in your car, it's a good idea to install some wood under the carpet to give it some support.
the red cable goind arounf the sub is a bungee cord to hold it in place. the other wires are for a DVB tuner. I'm just waiting for some decent DVB aerials. Anyone know where to get some?

 

[phil3012]

Would it be worth putting this in the FAQ section?

 

[matthewbentham]

Would it be worth putting this in the FAQ section?

ask the moderators/administrators about this

 

[khughes]

Thinking of putting a Pioneer in my FR. With the Pioneer harness adaptor, are you able to make full use of the steering wheel controls. Some reviews say only the volume and mute work?

 

[matthewbentham]

with my steering wheel controls I can:

change tracks
fast forward or rewind tracks
change volume
mute the sound

I cannot change functions (CD to radio etc) tho like on original stereo

 

[ZBOYD]

moved to FAQ as its a useful thread. sorry not seen it earlier

 

[khughes]

Am I right that the harness is can-bus which is needed for MFSW. Also I noticed the harness has a reverse gear and speed pulse connector. Do these need connected to anything and what are they for.

 

[matthewbentham]

the reverse gear and speed pulse connectors are for navigation units. this is so the vehicle can tell the navi unit whether the car is going forward or backwards and generates a speed pulse so you can navigate if there is no GPS signal like in a tunnel

 

[khughes]

Cheers Matt. Thats clarified things a bit. Don't think I'm buying a nav unit. Still deciding on the head unit. Debating on either the Pioneer FH-P80BT or Alpine IVA-W202R. Trying to get a head unit that had IPod and bluetooth.