i have an 05 8 that has the button for the sat radio but the cars not equiped with it. i like to get it working, what all is involved in doin so, what parts do i need and how easy is the install?

 

you need to buy the module from a dealership.

 

ok does everything i need come with that? is there a antenna i need? and do you have a part number or any idea what it cost?

 

HERE: http://www.finishlineperformance.com...cat=267&page=5

 

cool man thanks.... that box looks kinda big..where are you supose to mount it? and im assuming i will have to remove the radio to wire this thing to the back of it..?

 

You may be able to find one used here - I did. The receiver goes on the drivers side in the trunk behind the liner. You have to take part of the trunk apart to mount it. (not that big of a deal.) The antenna runs from there up to the trunk - that gets run thru the tail light assembly and then up to the trunk deck. The receiver is then connected to the factory head unit with a long cable. The factory install tells you to remove one of the rear seats and run it up the side. I took the center console apart and ran it up there carefully. That cable plugs into the back of the head unit, which has to be removed to plug it in. Removing the HU can be a bit of a pain, but there are good DIY threads on here to walk you thru it. You basically take the glove box apart and then disconnect stuff that way. There is the infamous "hidden bolt" which is a bit of a pain to get to, and then you've got to give the HU a decent yank. All told, my brother in law and I got everything installed and back together (being careful) in about 3-4 hours (I'm sure we could have gone faster, but we wanted it to be done right, so we took our time). I have personally been very pleased with SAT radio - I know some have opted for aftermarket SAT systems, but I like the steering wheel control and the display.

 

awesome, thanks man you answered just about every question i would of had. i also like the stock sat radio better, no stupid controller sitting around, steering wheel controls, display....

 

No problem - I paid like $150 for mine from someone here. If I were you, I'd post a "WTB" thread - I'd be surprised if you don't find someone with one to sell. If you search the DIY threads, there is the factory install instructions. Be extra careful with the antenna install - I've heard of those going bad, so I was careful to attach it carefully and well to minimize movement - hopefully it will last longer that way. Also, the antenna is intended to be stuck to your trunk lid with a peel and stick adhesive, but it is also a strong magnet - my car is garage kept and safe at work, so to this point, I just have it stuck on magnetically. If I was concerned about it, I could just unstick it, and stick it on the inside of the trunk. Plus, I don't have something glued to the paint.