How to replace a 2011 2012 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio with GPS navigation and DVD player

Coming with a lot of useful and practical features, the factory car stereo system has already made a bigger step and been more popular than before. However, this is still far enough to meet all the needs of some car owners who is desired to have an all-in-one DVD player integrated with other functions such as GPS navigation, bluetooth, Ipod connection, USB connection, and so on, so that they can get the most convenience and exciting entertainment when they are outside. If you’re looking forward to such a car stereo with multi-function for your 2011 2012 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio, it is a great idea to replace the factory radio or upgrade it with an intelligent aftermarket DVD GPS navigation system.

 

To have an ideal 2011 2012 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio replacement with all the functions that you need to upgrade your factory radio  just sounds great. However, some car owners may worry about the installation of the new head unit. Will it be too difficult? Can I do it by myself if I get all the kits which should be used in the whole installation? As a matter of fact, the installation is so easy that you can totally do it by yourself if you have the correct instructions for it. But please notice that if you don’t have any experience to install a car head unit, don’t do it by yourself unless you have a professional with you. A wrong installation may cause irreparable harm to the new car stereo. Therefore, you can have it installed in a car maintenance shop in your local.

 

Here are the detailed procedure for the installation of 2011 2012 Chevrolet Captiva:

 

  1. Remove the trim panel.

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step1

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step1

  2. Unscrew the screws around the factory head unit.

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 2

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 2

  3. Pull out the factory car head unit.

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 3

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 3

  4. Connect the wires to the appropriate location of the new aftermarket radio as a user manual shows.

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 4

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 4

  5. Put the new radio back to the dash.

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 5

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 5

  6. Place back the trim panel into its original place
  7. Test the new unit.

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 7

    2011 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio installation step 7

 

 

The above is the step-by-step instructions to install a new Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio. However, everything starts with the new car stereo. You have to be sure to have a compatible head unit which can perfectly fit 2011 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. The following is a fantastic head unit from Seicane which is specially made for 2011 Chevrolet Captiva:

 

http://www.seicane.com/8-inch-2011-2012-chevy-chevrolet-captiva-touch-screen-dvd-navigation-system-tv-tuner-wifi-3g-radio-rds-bluetooth-music-ipod-iphone-steering-wheel-control-pop-dvr-c109

 

 

Loaded with a lot of upgraded software and hardware components, this remarkable 2011 2012 Chevrolet Captiva aftermarket radio will bring you a totally different driving experience for you. You can enjoy a visually radiant display and an easier operation on its 8 inch multi-touch screen with 800*480 pixel resolution. The built-in GPS can support updating the latest traffic information and provide turn-by-turn voice direction for you to get to the desired location. You can enjoy playing DVDs, VCDs, bluetooth music, FM/AM radio tuner to enrich your journey. You can also connect your bluetooth-enable cell phone with this unit for hands-free calls and streaming audio to ensure a safe and cheerful journey. Your steering wheel control can still work after installation.

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