[CrYpTiCaLNoX11]

alright i am installing a dvd player in my base model 2005 equinox that does not have onstar. Some say it takes the high dollar harness to installl a different cd player into the nox because the radio/cd player is connected to the "brains"/Computer to the car. my question is can you go without the high dollar 100 buck harness and just loose your door chimeshats all the high dollar harness is isnt it (i just to have the door chimes with it)? wont burn up my car without using it will it?

 

[gar187er]

check out the12volt.com

IIRC you just eed to hook up the 24pin harness.....

 

[Narg]

It's easier than you think. But, yes the harnesses can cost a lot. They shouldn't so shop around. Also make sure you have disconnected the battery before doing anything. GM LAN based radios don't like it much when you plug/unplug stuff with power still there, even if the key is off.

 

[itsjustme]

I know this thread is old but I'm wondering the same thing. Can I get away with the gm05b that came in my scosche install kit or do i have to buy the gm16sr ? I'm not worried about the chimes if that is all that doesn't work.

 

[pfarber]

YES, you can use the METRA harness and lose the chimes. You will need to run 12V fuse, ignition based power line.