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Old Mar 19, 2008 | 04:24 PM
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Right now I have a '91 coupe. I installed an aftermarket Pioneer radio and immediately got the "SYS" light flashing. My question: Does the C5 we're buying with the stock bose system incl. 12-disc changer allow me to change out the radio without any type of electrical code "warnings" such as the SYS in our C4?
I've seen numerous postings about installing a 2x din radio. Will an ordinary single din work?
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Old Mar 19, 2008 | 05:38 PM
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Yes.

However, you'll need the same aftermarket adapters/harnesses to connect your head unit to the stock BOSE speakers and amps.

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Do a search in the audio section and you will become very well informed about your question and plans. A ton of information has been documented on this topic including part numbers for the harnesses required. Good Luck and Enjoy!
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Old Mar 19, 2008 | 08:11 PM
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Thank you for the responses. I did go to the audio section, but to be truthful those folks are waaaay out of my league! I couldn't tell "Head unit" from a Head Bolt. Seriously, I just like to listen to a little old fashioned rock and roll periodically and an inexpensive system would probably be great for me.
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