Adding 2009+ features to 2007 C6 - for bluetooth capabilities
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Adding 2009+ features to 2007 C6 - for bluetooth capabilities
After reviewing many posts - there are limited options for enabling bluetooth capabilities in a 2007 C6
1) Add in a net new component ( like Parrot - others )
Typically light / no integration into existing infrastructure - using vette's microphone (upgraded to 2010+ - a good microphone) or speakers
No hands free activation (no steering wheel options in stock 2007 )
2) Add in a BlueStar add-on component
Better integration into existing infrastructure - using vette's microphone (upgraded to 2010+ - a good microphone) & speakers
Still no any hands free activation (no steering wheel options in stock 2007)
Have to use phone or rearview mirror to answer calls - appears to be a huge disadvantage
3) Replace entire NAV system
Some integration into existing infrastructure - using vette's speakers
Typically does NOT use vette's microphone (upgraded to 2010+ - a good microphone)
Still no any hands free activation (no steering wheel options in stock 2007)
Question - has anyone attempted to get the 2009+ steering wheel controls into a 2007?
Are there any other alternative to the hands free controls?
1) Add in a net new component ( like Parrot - others )
Typically light / no integration into existing infrastructure - using vette's microphone (upgraded to 2010+ - a good microphone) or speakers
No hands free activation (no steering wheel options in stock 2007 )
2) Add in a BlueStar add-on component
Better integration into existing infrastructure - using vette's microphone (upgraded to 2010+ - a good microphone) & speakers
Still no any hands free activation (no steering wheel options in stock 2007)
Have to use phone or rearview mirror to answer calls - appears to be a huge disadvantage
3) Replace entire NAV system
Some integration into existing infrastructure - using vette's speakers
Typically does NOT use vette's microphone (upgraded to 2010+ - a good microphone)
Still no any hands free activation (no steering wheel options in stock 2007)
Question - has anyone attempted to get the 2009+ steering wheel controls into a 2007?
Are there any other alternative to the hands free controls?
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From: Georgia
Appreciate the quick response - a few more detailed questions:
Did you have to install a separate microphone for the new unit - or was it integrated into the harness to utilize the Vette's microphone?
*** Answered my own question - after reviewing the Pioneer documentation - must use external microphone
How do you answer an incoming call?
** With 2007 Vette - would have to answer via touching phone - no other interface available
This last item - is the main point of frustration - with my 2007. No ability to have a hands free operation for answering/ending a call - in a controlled manner while driving ...
Did you have to install a separate microphone for the new unit - or was it integrated into the harness to utilize the Vette's microphone?
*** Answered my own question - after reviewing the Pioneer documentation - must use external microphone
How do you answer an incoming call?
** With 2007 Vette - would have to answer via touching phone - no other interface available
This last item - is the main point of frustration - with my 2007. No ability to have a hands free operation for answering/ending a call - in a controlled manner while driving ...
Last edited by MrKState; May 15, 2012 at 12:55 PM.
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I do agree to ditch the Blose and go aftermarket. I went with Kenwood.
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with both the pioneer i installed and Kenwood units yes there is a separate antena, mine is below the dash out of view for the most part, and to answer the incoming call you touch the button on the screen, esier and safer than going for a small button on the phone!!
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Thanks for the information.
Has any tried to install a 2009+ steering &/or bluetooth controls ( left side of steering wheel ) into an 2005-2008 - with any success?
Read thru some posts where this was discussed - yet - no mention of results.
Thanks...
Has any tried to install a 2009+ steering &/or bluetooth controls ( left side of steering wheel ) into an 2005-2008 - with any success?
Read thru some posts where this was discussed - yet - no mention of results.
Thanks...
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After the holidays I may attempt to get a later model nav radio and finish the bluetooth function, its electronics and I'm sure with the right parts it can be added
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Even if you change out the steering wheel and factory NAV the stock setup will not work. You will have to change out the Onstar module as that is where the BT module is located, the Onstar module is coded to each car and Onstar will no longer change them over to another car and GM will not sell you the module you need for your car.
Aftermarket is the only way to go for now, Chris White used to be able to fix the Onstar modules, but GM caught onto what he was doing and shut down his backdoor approach I believe.
Aftermarket is the only way to go for now, Chris White used to be able to fix the Onstar modules, but GM caught onto what he was doing and shut down his backdoor approach I believe.
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Even if you change out the steering wheel and factory NAV the stock setup will not work. You will have to change out the Onstar module as that is where the BT module is located, the Onstar module is coded to each car and Onstar will no longer change them over to another car and GM will not sell you the module you need for your car.
Aftermarket is the only way to go for now, Chris White used to be able to fix the Onstar modules, but GM caught onto what he was doing and shut down his backdoor approach I believe.
Aftermarket is the only way to go for now, Chris White used to be able to fix the Onstar modules, but GM caught onto what he was doing and shut down his backdoor approach I believe.
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If you module dies they replace it with the same module that came in the car with no option to upgrade the module.
Been awhile since I read what Chris was doing, but my understanding was that since he was a programmer for GM he knew how to fix the programming in the module and then it would work. Once GM or OnStar found out they blocked his backdoor trick. I never paid anymore attention to it after I sold my G8 GXP since it already had the BT module in it.
Been awhile since I read what Chris was doing, but my understanding was that since he was a programmer for GM he knew how to fix the programming in the module and then it would work. Once GM or OnStar found out they blocked his backdoor trick. I never paid anymore attention to it after I sold my G8 GXP since it already had the BT module in it.
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That's a nice replacement over the OEM I'm interested in adding that to my 2007 Coupe. Could you tell me the model # of that radio and if you needed any additional parts? Also, How did you get the Corvette Logo to appear on the screen? 
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If you module dies they replace it with the same module that came in the car with no option to upgrade the module.
Been awhile since I read what Chris was doing, but my understanding was that since he was a programmer for GM he knew how to fix the programming in the module and then it would work. Once GM or OnStar found out they blocked his backdoor trick. I never paid anymore attention to it after I sold my G8 GXP since it already had the BT module in it.
Been awhile since I read what Chris was doing, but my understanding was that since he was a programmer for GM he knew how to fix the programming in the module and then it would work. Once GM or OnStar found out they blocked his backdoor trick. I never paid anymore attention to it after I sold my G8 GXP since it already had the BT module in it.
Nope still do TONS of these!
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I realize htis is an old thread but I also replaced my GM Nav unit in my 08 with a Kenwood DNN992. If you send a request to Kenwood tech support they will send you instructions to replace the boot logo screen with one of your choice (called OEM) and they will supply you with a download link to a picture editor to make your own screen. The background screen can be replaced through the settings program.
I did both my boot screen and my background screen and I am very pleased with the results.
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I did both my boot screen and my background screen and I am very pleased with the results.
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I realize this is an old thread but I also replaced my GM Nav unit in my 08 with a Kenwood DNN992. If you send a request to Kenwood tech support they will send you instructions to replace the boot logo screen with one of your choice (called OEM) and they will supply you with a download link to a picture editor to make your own screen. The background screen can be replaced through the settings program.
I did both my boot screen and my background screen and I am very pleased with the results.
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I did both my boot screen and my background screen and I am very pleased with the results.
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