Suggestions on hooking up a in-dash jenson dvd deck.. on a Olds. Aurora.. 2001?

Answer 1

Let me just say, that's not a combination I'd want to work on. The Aurora uses a GM "dock and lock" radio, which means instead of a plug and harness, the factory radio plugs into a fixed set of contacts at the back of the dash opening. You can get an adapter harness to fit the dock and lock connector (ie, a Scosche GM07B). However, it's also a "data bus" controlled radio, which means even the factory contacts don't include an accessory power connection, and when the factory radio is removed the vehicle will lose all audible warning chimes. The fix for that is a much more expensive module, like the Scosche DCGM14.

The next problem is the antenna connection. Instead of the standard GM mini-antenna plug, you'll find a European style antenna plug in a fixed mount. You can interface this with a Volkswagen-style antenna adapter, preferably one with some extension built into the cable (Metra 40-VW10).

Next up is a shortage of mounting depth in the factory radio cavity. Combined with the extra mounting depth required for a Jensen mobile video head unit, you're likely to have some problems making it fit. You may end up having to get out the Dremel and cut away the rear wall of the head unit cavity. However, since the rear wall includes the fixed mounting points for the dock-and-lock power/speaker connection and antenna plug, doing this will make it difficult or impossible to re-install the factory radio when you're done with the car.

Finally, you'll probably need to buy yet another 3rd-party adapter if you want the factory steering wheel controls to work with the new head unit.

Good luck!

Answer 2

always go with a smart harness which you can get at radioshack..you may need an antenna adapter. Fool proof way and defintitely worth the money as it makes it a cinch to install in dash or move cause you don't have to cut your factory wires....