Android Auto on 2016 Z51
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Drifting
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Android Auto on 2016 Z51
I have an early build 2016 which unfortunately didn't come programmed with the Android system installed. When I took the car for one of the free oil changes the service advisor said it would be $150 to reprogram the radio so that I can have that feature. I don't mind paying because it's something that I would use every time I drive the car, do you guys think that's a fair price. I understand they "charge what they charge". There are 2 other dealers in my area (15 miles) do you think it would be worth a shot to see if they charge less? I mean 15 min and 150$, sure but I'm not trying to get it for free or anything. If I can save a few bucks I can put it towards some gas or maybe a new claybar kit or something cool like that. Just looking for some opinions.
...a nd before you guys say it calling around probably won't do me any good, face to face is where you can make the deals happen.
...a nd before you guys say it calling around probably won't do me any good, face to face is where you can make the deals happen.
Burning Brakes
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There's another thread somewhere on this. My recollection is that it was offered for free with a coupon to be used by a certain date which has since expired. I had no intention of using android auto, so I didn't take the deal.
Now i find that Android auto is something i could use so I had it installed in my 2016 Z51. dealer charged me $125.
Now i find that Android auto is something i could use so I had it installed in my 2016 Z51. dealer charged me $125.
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My 2016 (build date 1/16) also didn’t have the Android Auto but since I bought the car new, I got it installed for no charge at the place where I purchased it.
Did you buy your car new?
In any case, you’ll find it worthwhile to have it installed...it’s a great system. The Google Navigation alone is worth it...it’s so far ahead of the GM Nav, it’s laughable.
Did you buy your car new?
In any case, you’ll find it worthwhile to have it installed...it’s a great system. The Google Navigation alone is worth it...it’s so far ahead of the GM Nav, it’s laughable.
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If I were you I would pay the money as it's well worth it.
Melting Slicks
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My 2016 was built 9/15 and Android Auto was installed on 4/16. I did not get a letter from GM but i went over to my dealer and they looked up and said my car was on the list and they installed it. I use it all the time with Google maps 
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I have an early build 2016 which unfortunately didn't come programmed with the Android system installed. When I took the car for one of the free oil changes the service advisor said it would be $150 to reprogram the radio so that I can have that feature. I don't mind paying because it's something that I would use every time I drive the car, do you guys think that's a fair price. I understand they "charge what they charge". There are 2 other dealers in my area (15 miles) do you think it would be worth a shot to see if they charge less? I mean 15 min and 150$, sure but I'm not trying to get it for free or anything. If I can save a few bucks I can put it towards some gas or maybe a new claybar kit or something cool like that. Just looking for some opinions.
...a nd before you guys say it calling around probably won't do me any good, face to face is where you can make the deals happen.
...a nd before you guys say it calling around probably won't do me any good, face to face is where you can make the deals happen.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...e-or-free.html
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Drifting
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From: LOS ANGELES CA
Thanks for the responses. I will read the other thread, I'm gonna just swing by dealer b on the way home today and see what they say. Never hurts to try.
Last edited by NmtMev; Apr 5, 2018 at 09:11 AM.
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I had my early build 2016 updated to Android Auto auto earlier this year. The dealership did it for free. The paperwork said that "customer states Android Auto isn't functioning correctly" and charged the update as warranty work. I guess I got lucky because they also charged the MRC upgrade as warranty work too.
If you don't have factory navigation, Android Auto is worth doing even if you have to pay.
If you don't have factory navigation, Android Auto is worth doing even if you have to pay.
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There's another thread somewhere on this. My recollection is that it was offered for free with a coupon to be used by a certain date which has since expired. I had no intention of using android auto, so I didn't take the deal.
Now i find that Android auto is something i could use so I had it installed in my 2016 Z51. dealer charged me $125.
Now i find that Android auto is something i could use so I had it installed in my 2016 Z51. dealer charged me $125.
Nope, you need the 2016 HW
I had my early build 2016 updated to Android Auto auto earlier this year. The dealership did it for free. The paperwork said that "customer states Android Auto isn't functioning correctly" and charged the update as warranty work. I guess I got lucky because they also charged the MRC upgrade as warranty work too.
If you don't have factory navigation, Android Auto is worth doing even if you have to pay.
If you don't have factory navigation, Android Auto is worth doing even if you have to pay.
I BTW paid $60 for my Android Auto update last week as my dealer (Moran in Clinton Twp) charged .5 an hour.
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Le Mans Master
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NmtMev, if the $150 was priced at the dealer you bought the car from it won't hurt to negotiate a little. Grab your salesperson, walk up to the service dept manager, and offer a 100 bucks. All they can say is, No. But, they may say OK. Good luck.
Last edited by Rebel Yell; Apr 5, 2018 at 04:24 PM.
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