New Unit Install - Honda Pilot

david.shain · 05-19-2010, 07:37 PM

If I install a new head unit, say a Pioneer Double DIN DVD/GPS/CD unit, and if I use a wiring adapter kit to plug the system into the vehicle factory wiring, will I have to bypass the factory Amp and possibly the factory woofer? This occurred when I installed the unit in my 2007 Civic EX. The only thing that worked after that was the door and rear speakers with only the unit power. Did this post make sense? Thanks

rocky · 05-20-2010, 12:38 AM

The factory sub is nothing to be proud of and worth replacing if you making that kind of investment in your cars.

ED27 · 05-20-2010, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by david.shain

.....will I have to bypass the factory Amp and possibly the factory woofer?

The 1st gen Pilots do not have a factory amp - all of the speakers are powered by the head unit. You will lose the factory sub unless you add an amp. If you go the amp route, I would consider upgrading the sub as well.

david.shain · 05-20-2010, 07:56 PM

Well allrightythen, a new head unit it is! I have a Memphis Amp and a 8" free air woofer I can install and call it a day! Thanks for the info!!!!!!

05-19-2010, 07:37 PM	#1 (permalink)
david.shain Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Lawton, OK Posts: 15 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	New Unit Install If I install a new head unit, say a Pioneer Double DIN DVD/GPS/CD unit, and if I use a wiring adapter kit to plug the system into the vehicle factory wiring, will I have to bypass the factory Amp and possibly the factory woofer? This occurred when I installed the unit in my 2007 Civic EX. The only thing that worked after that was the door and rear speakers with only the unit power. Did this post make sense? Thanks __________________ Sarge! Customs: Infinity Speakers, HFP 17" Wheels, '06 Pilot Clear Tails w/LED Bulbs, Sylvania Headlight Bulbs

05-20-2010, 12:38 AM	#2 (permalink)
rocky Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,175 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The factory sub is nothing to be proud of and worth replacing if you making that kind of investment in your cars. __________________ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Chris...19131498101662

05-20-2010, 07:56 PM	#4 (permalink)
david.shain Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Lawton, OK Posts: 15 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Well allrightythen, a new head unit it is! I have a Memphis Amp and a 8" free air woofer I can install and call it a day! Thanks for the info!!!!!! __________________ Sarge! Customs: Infinity Speakers, HFP 17" Wheels, '06 Pilot Clear Tails w/LED Bulbs, Sylvania Headlight Bulbs

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