Cadillac cts double din install :retain dic

[@eddiewright377]

4 Sho fam dang sho needed that info I'm on it

[@DaBeatm8ker]

You gotta be from Alabama....lol My patna talks just like you man!!! Good vid... He from Opelika...lol

[@Hudsonb11]

Lol... Nooo Georgia native💪🏾

[@cbharis]

Nice video! I would love to do this. My wifes 06 CTS.. The damn radio will come on like once every blue moon! I can't figure it out! I have checked every fuse under the hood, and under the back seat! I then disconnected the battery and let it sit over night. Plugged it back in the next day and BAM! The radio came on! I turned off the car, then turned it back on and it no longer worked! I touched some buttoned (randomly) and viola! It came back on for about 10 seconds then powered it off! I then pulled the stereo and checked the bottom wiring harness on the radio, it has a red/white wire and a black wire.. I disconnected it, turned the key to the ON position, and checked it with my meter and viola.... I have 12 volts of power! Radio still doesn't work! I don't mind putting in a new radio but I want that DIC... Any ideas?

[@gidiantarwater1044]

Ok cool thank yu

[@Hudsonb11]

Gidian Tarwater... No problem

[@gidiantarwater1044]

Its highly appreciated

[@Hudsonb11]

Gidian Tarwater... No problem I gotcha

[@vincenttweedly6770]

Those wrenches in the green holder are called torx bits

[@jarretklinger1852]

I just want to say thank you I searched for hours trying to find a video on how to wire a double din. Came across your video you are by far the best in the easiestvideo I watched on this I just want to say thank you once again

[@jasonfarr1]

Do u hook up speaker Wires that come off radio or does the rca eliminate that?

[@nathanaelcole8853]

I have a 2005 CTS and for some reason the on star was draining my power to the battery and I would go though a lot of batteries until someone decided to cut the radio completely out because the radio also started to drain the battery so on star was completely taken out, removed, disconnected. I bought a new radio system/front and back camera access and I don’t know what to do other than popping everything open but other than that idk which wires I should connect in my scenario???

[@nathanaelcole8853]

My dad was trying to help so he took it out*

[@rawiswar1969able]

I like that quick not a lot of tearing out👍

[@hottechgeek04]

Good to the sound to get loud but my factory sub is not hitting like it use to

[@Hudsonb11]

Justin Moss.... double check the wires where you tapped into with jacks to make sure then not crossed & also have a good connection

[@hottechgeek04]

Hudsonb11 I did but I dnt which is negative and positive I even tried to switch a few times but don't kno which is which I know the two greens go together n the green and tan but don't kno which is negative and postive

[@Hudsonb11]

Justin Moss...keep the wires matched up just change them around on the jacks one side at a time cuz either the front just playing or the back... best done with it playing so you can hear the difference

[@zelpearson2622]

Where do you put the other end of the speeker wire

[@Hudsonb11]

Not sure exactly what you mean or referencing to by “other end of the speeker wire”

[@katherinesouthworth2685]

Can i buy any after market din radio with a 7 inch screen. and.... on the back of the stereo there is more than one audio and media output. ie: left and right, audio and video, what do i put there? and yes... love your tutorial. great job!

[@Hudsonb11]

Katherine Southworth ...yes u can buy any aftermarket radio and the other wires you're referring to won't be used

[@katherinesouthworth2685]

@@Hudsonb11 I bought one, but it looks different and has extra wire's. Can you message me on Facebook?

[@Hudsonb11]

SSL... Changed it to 10inch Android unit now

[@jray2238]

Just wondering if you dont care about retaining the dic is there an easier way to do this. Thanks

[@michaelschuldt256]

So in the instructions it talks about the two ribbons that connect the main board but it dosn't talk about the therid one in the back what to do with it do you know about the smaller ribbon and what to do with it

[@fredfred3303]

Nice video, appreciate it, I have a 2005 SRX I'm going to be doing this on.

[@Hudsonb11]

steering wheel control works 100%

[@ronsaddler993]

good thats what i needed to know!

[@JC-yd9db]

so if I'm correct we only need to be concern with the speaker wires and the power wires, hook them up like your video says and everything else is retained? and thanks by the way your video is the most explanatory out there.

[@Hudsonb11]

John Cacioppo... that is correct... but you will also need a antenna adapter to get radio signal and if you need any help along the way I'll be more than glad 2 help

[@JC-yd9db]

thank you and Happy New Year to you and your family

[@Hudsonb11]

John Cacioppo... you're welcome & Happy New Year to you & your family as well

[@anthonyleonirio6829]

Can you do this install just with a aftermarket radio don’t want the DIC screen?

[@MOOCH2TWNTY1]

THANK you brotha for posting this.......really helped.....

[@cashmoney7853]

MOOCH2TWNTY1 did u cut did u cut the head unit ur self to make it fit or did u buy it?

[@JC-yd9db]

thanks but I think it should be brighter, it was before I'll keep checking. Any other thoughts, on star works but not xm, couldn't find the xm plug

[@Mr2Bluntz]

finally some straight info on the pac-o2 myth!! thnx

[@jrod5102]

Best part was listen'n to your thug southern slang ! Loved it. thanks for the video. Make another video, ON ANYTHING! Make sun pancakes for them kids!

[@Hudsonb11]

Jerid Collins... Lol thanks...as we speak i just completed a remote start install for 03-07 Cadillac cts so stay tuned for video Saturday 4/8/17

[@Hudsonb11]

Yes 2 both questions...

[@JC-yd9db]

do you also maintain your satellite radio, if you buy a satellite ready radio..?

[@Hudsonb11]

John Cacioppo... yes as long as the aftermarket unit you're installing is satellite ready you'll just need sign in with credentials

[@73Pascoal]

Ich habe den CAdillac SRX 2005 mit dem Original Radio mit Navi gibt es da evtl auch was für?? Auch wenn es bedeuten würde ich müsste es zurück Bauen auf das Normale Radio ohne navi

[@Hudsonb11]

Translate to English please

[@Apollyn7]

I have the same question as warren woods.

[@michaelshuler5295]

Is it going to permanently stick out like that?

[@lawrencecoley1652]

Good video

[@LonokeCountyResearch501]

so can it be done with pac that is supposed to eliminate you having to run the wire to each speaker thats plug and play and keep the dic

[@JC-yd9db]

I think I tried all the volume stuff I will recheck all the hookups in the morning,and that fuse would that have anything to do with the DIC,i did disconnect the battery when I did all the connections..

[@Hudsonb11]

John Cacioppo...pretty much the dic isn't getting power the only way that's possible is if it's not connected or you have a blown fuse so hook your battery up and recheck the fuses... and recheck to make sure your board isn't touching the metal housing... willing to bet it is because the dic didn't come on and that is the cause of your fuse blowing

[@JC-yd9db]

I don't remember plugging the dic screen into anything was there a plug attached to the screen it self?

[@LonokeCountyResearch501]

has this been done with the actual wiring interface not all the wire splicing🤔🤔

[@Hudsonb11]

keion franklin... no but it can if you wanna run speaker wire from each speaker back to the front of the car to wire up to the unit the old school way

[@meandmysonfunraisinghim8630]

thats badass i cant wait to do mine great mod vid

[@JC-yd9db]

well I'm almost done looks good, but no sound, power is good, and no DIC,I followed the paperwork that I got online to the letter, cut everything just like it said, checked all fuses, I know the unit is putting out sound I checked it with a portable speaker by plugging it into the rca out put, got any idea's, I'm done for tonight......thanks

[@Hudsonb11]

John Cacioppo... contact me tomorrow... if you have a smart phone download Tango and I'll go through it with you on video call

[@JC-yd9db]

thanks but I don't have one of those fancy phones, but if you got any idea's, I don't think I missed anything,plugged everything back in, any common mistakes people make, I spliced into the speakers I didn't cut them, checked that connection changed them around to check that, my wife said I'm blanking crazy. She might have something...

[@Hudsonb11]

John Cacioppo... make sure to check fuses under the back seat... specifically the audio fuse... also make sure the board isn't touching the metal housing... the board is a live circuit and will blow a fuse... also don't forget to turn the volume up as usual using the steering wheel control or volume knob and you also have to use the volume on the aftermarket unit

[@michaeledgeworth5615]

I did everything to the T like you said and the setups on point, only thing is it sounds like I'm getting interference through the speakers now. This is through Bluetooth so I know it's not the antenna, I'm assuming it's the rca's but I didn't cross them and they're plugged up right. Any suggestions?? Anything would help. And thanks for the video man helped me ten fold

[@Hudsonb11]

Mike Edgeworth... you will some interference...mostly noticeable during low volume... just make sure you using a decent quality set of rca's & you got a good connection

[@Hudsonb11]

No problem... thanks for watching video glad it helped

[@LonokeCountyResearch501]

thats weirdaf imma try both ways i just finish my cutouts today . i will be update my stuff in the next couple days

[@Hudsonb11]

keion franklin...Good be waiting to see your results... I honestly encourage what you doing because I was the same way when I took on this project... I paid $80 for the pac... good thing I bought it from Walmart hassle free return

[@Hudsonb11]

keion franklin... just checking with you to see how everything working out for you

[@hottechgeek04]

N what actually holds the radio in place to the aftermarket head unit like how do the old screws for the factory radio fit

[@Hudsonb11]

Justin Moss.... basically u making a shell from factory unit that aftermarket unit slides into... check out my video cadillac center mod... like,subscribe & share please

[@hottechgeek04]

Hudsonb11 I watched that one but it didn't show it being put all together

[@Hudsonb11]

Justin Moss... once you make the modifications the opening where the factory unit was removed the aftermarket unit will go in and you can secure it from each side with screws

[@hottechgeek04]

Hudsonb11 thanks bro keep up the videos man this was clutch

[@Hudsonb11]

Anytime... thanks for watching... gotta couple more fresh videos coming so check back

[@hottechgeek04]

One question the same can be done for single din flip out n with that I'm guessing just cut out the have of the dash at the bottom?

[@sabrinanoel8966]

fixing to try.. whats that little tool called that you said will come in handy?

[@larrichm]

Do you install on other people car I want to get this done

[@meandmysonfunraisinghim8630]

so I went be able to use the remote wire off the deck? I actually want to by pass the factory amp all together is that possible

[@Hudsonb11]

Me and My Son Fun Raising Him ... Possible but a lot more work

[@Csmallzrun]

Come do mine 😩😩

[@cool4real82]

😱 great video, a million thanks!

[@Hudsonb11]

Cool 4real ... thanks...gotta couple more cadillac videos coming stay tuned in .. like ,subscribe & share please

[@stanleypurifoy1623]

Will you still be able use the satellite radio

[@brunmax7730]

how do I get my radio in my 06 CTS v to not say no signal with a warning that says "video not available while driving" I have a SSL this is my first time but I had a harness that hooked up didn't have to even tap into the cig lighter (access GMOs-10) but just wondering how to get rid of that and hook up the antenna! any help would be great! great video!

[@LonokeCountyResearch501]

anybody hating on this really just go ask ya local audio installation providers and see what they give you as a quote. i bet you will change your attitude.

[@Hudsonb11]

yes sir

[@cool4real82]

Thank you so much for your hardwork! My question is can you use a LOC where you tap into the wires? The reason I ask because, I noticed with rca jacks cut there is a low level noise unless I plug the harness back in. Thanks again. Edit...I found the problem, had wires reversed.

[@JC-yd9db]

what would happen if I plugged the tan plug back in, would the xm work thru that I can see the preview on, but of corse no sound, or would it interfere with new radio

[@Hudsonb11]

John Cacioppo...only way to use xm is if the unit you installed is xm ready... you will also need an antenna adapter In order to get good radio signal on aftermarket unit as well

[@Hudsonb11]

John Cacioppo... plug in the third plug it won't hurt anything I have mine plugged in just so it's more secure

[@JC-yd9db]

ok so I waited until it got dark DIC is not lit up at all but functions are working, was I suppose to ground the board? no right? also the aftermarket unit is XM ready and I did put an antenna adapter in but can't find XM plug that would go in new unit. Not too worried about that anyway. More concerned with DIC.

[@Hudsonb11]

The plug in for the xm unit is under rear deck on driver's side... wish I could see some pictures of your set up i could definitely get u going but just reading and using my own understanding of the system i have to assume a connection is loose somewhere... make sure the ribbons are fully connected... all plugs are full connected in back of radio...and again recheck all wiring connections and fuses under hood and behind both driver and passenger seat

[@JC-yd9db]

I understand and do appreciate all your help, I will take some pictures tomorrow, I'm just a little worried that maybe something in the board got messed up when the fuse blew but even more so when I reconnected it after. Did you see where I mentioned it smoked a little for about 2 seconds? and I quickly unplugged it, But all the functions work just the light doesn't. I will recheck all the wires and connections in the morning. Now let me ask you this the new aftermarket works perfect, so all that wiring is fine, it must be with in the DIC/main board or those connections correct?

[@otisjr.3376]

My cig lighter does not work. Is there another place I can hook my ground wire up to?

[@geraldbelsito4172]

hey how do you get the power to the radio I understand the green and tan rca jack hook up but does that alone power the radio without hooking up the amp but only using the factory one

[@hottechgeek04]

Hey be finally finished but it doesn't show gas to empty n all that stuff n but it does display n the sound is real low any solution

[@Hudsonb11]

Justin Moss... send a pic to me @ [e-mail] so I see exactly what you got... the sound issue: make sure you turn volume to max on aftermarket unit then you can adjust it with the the car volume knob or steering wheel control

[@elizardo_in_a_cadillac9392]

I did everything hooked it back up , the dic turns on but no information is showing. It had turned off on me and it showed the anti theft lock symbol, I unplugged the theft fuse & put it back and didn’t do it again

[@Hudsonb11]

Elizardo's VARIOUSTv... double check your plug ins and fuses

[@elizardo_in_a_cadillac9392]

My shit work 💯💯 what type of stereo you got ? the stereo 7 inches ?

[@matthewjohnson8920]

Do you have a Pac on it?

[@dantepboyz]

what size is the screws you used or name is it for the brand of the tool for procedure

[@kriscovington8541]

I just did everything you said do everything is working but the sound I'm hooking up a bose system

[@jlrockafella]

This didn't work for me, I had to tap into the wire harness underneath the rear seat behind the driver side. It has all your speaker wires, front left+right, rear left+right ect, they are thicker gauge than most and they are wrapped together in a swirl. If you want to know what colors they are I suggest you take off your door panels and look at the speaker output wires for yourself, they are the same all the way back the wire harness coming out the stock factory amp. I then tap into the acc fuse box also under neath the back seat for ignition and then the cigarette lighter for power and ground. I ran all my own wires from there to the head unit on the driver's side.

[@cashmoney7853]

can eney one answer me this doing this are u still able to use the volume on staring weel ? is evrything normal ?I Wana do this I just want evrything els to work the same?

[@Hudsonb11]

Cash Money... everything works

[@RICH-210]

how did you put a dubble din where the circuit bord gos without removing it and that the main bord for the wires in the back of stock radio

[@betoortiz9754]

What size double din are you using?

[@warrenwoods642]

Is there anyway i can jus see the back of your radio.

[@shadowcali559]

how did u add the stereo

[@trevionsmith3900]

Does the steering wheel controls still work

[@MrDopeContent]

Quality breakdown n explanation, thanks.

[@nikkipalmer7097]

How did you put a new radio in without removing the whole dash kit. I have wood grain along the volume/tune knobs I want to keep. How did you manage to keep the factory dash kit to put just the radio in?

[@LonokeCountyResearch501]

well today was finally a nice day in #612 so i got finish my setup i cleaned it up by using the spare i had. i will update my page tomorrow

[@MontanaBallistics]

So I bought a double din for $110 a harness to retain onstar and all functions for $65 and an install kit for $14.... installed it, it's beautiful and everything works great.. P.S. I sold the stock stereo for $200 on ebay...

[@rubensolis4990]

Mike Skaggs were u get the harness at

[@stevengound3228]

What size screen did you get?

[@OnTheHighWatch]

Any chance you are in Southern California? I want to upgrade.

[@cliftondavis8111]

Thank you for the videos! One quick question, does the XM radio still work?

[@Hudsonb11]

Clifton Davis... you are very welcome... & xm works if unit installed is xm compatible

[@Hudsonb11]

Clifton Davis... Yes sir it'll wrk

[@Hudsonb11]

BudzGainGreen... great... send links 2 [e-mail]

[@iitzserrano2728]

Anyone know how to stop the truck rattle?

[@MrJreed03]

Can you install a third party radio but keep the up and down motion on a 2010 Cadillac CTS??

[@Hudsonb11]

J . Hova... Haven't done that mod myself but I'm sure it is possible... I'll do a little research and see what I can find

[@LonokeCountyResearch501]

okay i switched it up and everything is running smooth gotta tweek some things but its complete

[@Hudsonb11]

yes sir!

[@hottechgeek04]

Anybody know bolt pattern for 03 cts I'm trying to get rims but dnt kno the bolt pattern... also what's the biggest size I can get wit out run or doing anything extra to it

[@Hudsonb11]

you mean the aftermarket radio itself?

[@andrewjimenez1431]

just one question? did your stock sub on the back dash still work the same as how it was connected to the stock stereo

[@tk9901]

I have a 2008 Cadillac STS with a factory Bose system and I'm trying to replace just the deck but the problem I have is I can't find a wiring diagram that matches all the colors that are on the 2 16-pin connectors that were plugged into the original radio. Also, the guy at a local custom audio place told me they don't make a harness for this car so I've already cut the connectors and started this myself and I'm stuck with no working radio at the moment.

[@LonokeCountyResearch501]

well update on situation everything is 💯i will have to find a different constant in srx that fuse location that u used messed up u front for some odd reason it was stuck lol.

[@donald1meyer]

Very good video! THANKS!!! Had to let my eyes readjust from the jittery video but that's cool!!! LOL!!! You put the info out there that people pay a fair price to have done!!! A BIG THUMBS UP!!! These cars are so delicate that just changing the battery improperly will throw it into anti-theft mode. Shops will charge you $150 to reset it plus there is also a tow bill! But there is also a way to reset it by yourself for free. The feature is built into the CPU but but there is no literature in the manual. The dealership wont even tell you how to do it. LOL!!! I called the manufacture in Detroit and talked to a tech who told everything I need to know. You can run codes and even reset codes with the stereo. Thee cars are very friendly, it's just finding the info that's hidden from the consumer. GOOD JOB!!!

[@joseleyva4892]

Como puedo encontrar la información oculta al consumidor?

[@Hudsonb11]

double din unit... good quality speaker jacks...metal snips( dremmel tool is best)... electrical tape... basic tools for disassemble and lots of patients

[@jacktrippa843]

could you send me the video of the full procedure and could I use a double din kit with out using the other two plugs or do they have to be plugged in too

[@DBoi5591988]

So do I cut the section out with a drimmel tool?

[@TheVikinggirl65]

Will I loose my information center?

[@nathandorris1930]

Where did you get the wiring harness for the double din ? I can't find one anywhere

[@Hudsonb11]

Nathan Dorris... there is no wiring harness

[@rodcoffman1297]

Say brother how do you take a theft lock off the radio on a 2006 cts Cadillac! Thanks shalom

[@Hudsonb11]

Rod Coffman... If it's the factory unit theft lock occurs as a result of your factory alarm system... My first suggestion is to disconnect the battery cables for about 10 min then reconnect... If this doesn't correct it then set your car alarm off and disarm using the key fob

[@rodcoffman1297]

Hudsonb11 thanks brother! For your help! SHALOM!

[@CASINO843P]

what all do I need to install double din?

[@silverwolf469]

I need help with the wiring somebody, ANYBODY!!!

[@warrenwoods9980]

I'm kinda lost on how to connect my other wires besides speaker and power. (Illuminate, ACC, etc). any help would be great since now i know i don't need the pac. thanks

[@richettiboxers]

hey brother i emailed you but have had no response, all the modification was done just need assistance with the wiring please help me out

[@Hudsonb11]

Arnold Richetti... didn't get email but what can help you with

[@JC-yd9db]

goodmorning,first let me say thank you very much for all your time, here's where I am, got sound, fuse was blown, I took out the unit and made sure the board wasn't touching any metal, all good now, I can see the dic but it's very faint but if there any ideas?

[@Hudsonb11]

John Cacioppo... Good afternoon and no problem you're very welcome... the intensity of dic is controlled by how much light the car senses it should get brighter the darker it becomes outside... if not I noticed you said you used a different ground... gotta check those wires for touching and good ground

[@JC-yd9db]

well I did ground the aftermarket unit to the metal that was in the car the peace I had to cut(center stack) I had it grounded to the screw that held the antenna plug to the back on the main board(I disconnected that and moved it to where I stated previous. Other than that it's grounded at the lighter where I tied in for power and ground(like your video)all functions are working just really dim,i also put something over the sense to make it think it's darker out, is it possible something got fried when it blew out the fuse, sound is excellent, this morning when I replaced the fuse and plugged it back in I noticed a little smoke coming from where you plug in one of the ribbons (left one facing the unit) I quickly unplugged it wasn't more that 2 seconds fuse did not blow.

[@patrickd1888]

could you post a little info on mounting the double din to the dash please?

[@tonifanguy3268]

I did this on daughters 04 CTS with a pioneer Avh280BT dbl din and never installed car stereo before. I was able to retain my d.i.c.! I had a minor issue but when I reached out to Hudsonb11 he actually took time from his life and called me. Walked over and double checked everything with me! Videoed with me so we can troubleshoot. Not only did he save me money on all the connection parts you don't really need he actually acted as my personal installer when he helped me and did it from pure kindness! I can't thank him enough!!!!!! Thank you soooo much @Hudsonb11 !!!!!!!

[@Hudsonb11]

Toni Fanguy... 5 lug 4.33 inch or 110 mm high offset & 22's... only need to remove the front 2 wheel well shield rivets... had 2's went to 6's lot of work

[@schocolate27]

Hudsonb11 ... Since you didn't buy the PAC OS what did you use instead?

[@MontanaBallistics]

So I bought a double din for $110 a harness to retain onstar and all functions for $65 and an install kit for $14.... installed it, it's beautiful and everything works great.. P.S. I sold the stock stereo for $200 on ebay...

[@lawrencecoley1652]

Toni Fanguy on your dic screen their is a circuit board behind it, how did U fit the double din without cutting part of the circuit board.

[@gidiantarwater1044]

Hello im having trouble with my cts 04 can yu help me im tring to install my double din cant figure shit outwould really appreciate it

[@gidiantarwater1044]

Dude my hole system is apart,i couldnt get any power then i did nd i couldnt get my radio to turn on. I do not have a. Amp yet just trying to put my dpuble din ino aprechate it i pulled out both harneses cut the middle one did they all need tobe plug in ...fuck lol i haveno fucking clue wt im doing

[@gidiantarwater1044]

Need help plz

[@Hudsonb11]

Gidian Tarwater... What's the problem?

[@gidiantarwater1044]

Honstly need like step one if yu dnt have time its ok bro ive been on this shit for couple days

[@meandmysonfunraisinghim8630]

also anyone here put 22's on their CTS and did they have problems?

[@Hudsonb11]

Me and My Son Fun Raising Him... 22's will fit perfect... Had them b4 i put 26's on

[@LonokeCountyResearch501]

thats my update if u havent seen it yet jack

[@terrycabrera8080]

Hudson11 contact information anyone? I have questions please?

[@otisjr.3376]

I was wondering do I have to cut anything so my 7"screen will fit in

[@definetrill9671]

i know this is kinda old but a response would be appreciated! can you send me the link to everything i need to get this installed ? harness, same radio , double din, everything. thanks man! really tryna fix up my caddy

[@Hudsonb11]

Define Trill... radio is ssl Dd882BI... no harness needed jus basic tools & electrical tape... jus follow my videos & you'll be good... there's 3 on this setup and another one for rap accessory if interested in that feature watch my remote start install video... Sorry for delay and help needed just reach out to me

[@definetrill9671]

Hudsonb11 thanks man ill message you when it comes in✊🏼

[@Hudsonb11]

Define Trill... yea that'll work and fit

[@zaethechamp5135]

Thanks for sharing bra, what's the name of that radio.

[@Hudsonb11]

Alassane Diane... it's a SSL

[@zaethechamp5135]

Does it have a serial number? because when I type ssl few of them come up.

[@Hudsonb11]

Alassane Diane... SSL DD882BI

[@zaethechamp5135]

Hudsonb11 thanks bra I really appreciate it fam

[@Hudsonb11]

Alassane Diane... No problem