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Old May 24, 2026 | 10:32 PM
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I finally got around to installing the new radio!

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Old May 24, 2026 | 11:11 PM
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Old May 25, 2026 | 06:29 AM
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Great job
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Great job, I love my Sony too.
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What Sony model did you go with?
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Looks good.
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Did you take any pics while you were installing? If so, please post!!!

Or did you take it to a shop?
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Can anyone identify the model of Sony radio this is? Thanks.
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What Sony model did you go with?
It was a Sony AX3200
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It is a Sony AX3200.

I did take pictures while installing but nothing very exciting. The pictures were more along the lines of knowing how it goes back together.

I replaced the factory GPS unit in the 2009, it has updated the interior a bunch.

I also popped out the cigarette lighter under the arm rest to run the USB to make it look like it was supposed to be there.
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Originally Posted by Fronzie19692009
It is a Sony AX3200.

I did take pictures while installing but nothing very exciting. The pictures were more along the lines of knowing how it goes back together.

I replaced the factory GPS unit in the 2009, it has updated the interior a bunch.

I also popped out the cigarette lighter under the arm rest to run the USB to make it look like it was supposed to be there.
Did you install a backup camera while you were at it. I like the USB in the armrest idea. So you leave the phone plugged in, in the console while driving?
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Originally Posted by robert.m.kalis
Did you install a backup camera while you were at it. I like the USB in the armrest idea. So you leave the phone plugged in, in the console while driving?
I didn't want to tear apart the interior so I did not install a backup camera. The whole process of installing the new radio took around 3 hours but now that I know what I'm doing I could have it apart in less than an hour if I ever wanted to install a camera.

I typically leave my phone in the center console while driving so I bought a 6 inch usb cord and will leave it plugged in while I'm driving around. The radio was discounted when I bought it so I didn't want to pay more for wireless carplay when my phone lives in the console already.
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Originally Posted by Fronzie19692009
I didn't want to tear apart the interior so I did not install a backup camera. The whole process of installing the new radio took around 3 hours but now that I know what I'm doing I could have it apart in less than an hour if I ever wanted to install a camera.

I typically leave my phone in the center console while driving so I bought a 6 inch usb cord and will leave it plugged in while I'm driving around. The radio was discounted when I bought it so I didn't want to pay more for wireless carplay when my phone lives in the console already.
I hear there can be issues with wireless car play and Android auto. So going wired seems like the way to go, plus your phone gets charged at the same time. Enjoy your new head unit
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What issues did you hear about CarPlay? I just installed a Sony XAV9000ES with front and rear cameras. Now my TPMS is not functioning. I turn off head unit by holding home button, still TPMS not functioning. I pull radio fuse and then TPMS is OK.
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Looks good and the improved tech will be nice.

That, along with an aftermarket steering wheel and seats really elevate the c6 interior.
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