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Expert: - 10/12/2006


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I just got a new 2007 Impala, but I wanted to hook up my amp & sub-woofers to it. I have on-star & XM built into the factory radio so I dont want to change the head unit. What I need to know is if there are audio output jacks on the back of my radio & if not, can I hook up a low level adapter to the wires running to the speakers in the trunk without messing anything up?

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no there is no rca out jacks  and you can not use any regular low level adaptor,  it don't work and you get beeps and noise on the audio line  
be very carefull when working with this radio is very easy to get damage very expensive unit and not easy to replace it is not just a radio  
your radio is part of the electronic system of the vehicle and air bags and other warnings

i have a link for the part that you need to add the amplifier
good luck

http://www.oemautosound.com/pc-217-135-pac-c2a-gm24.aspx

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'am a car electronics installer with 23 years of experience. I'am very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, auxiliary audio inputs and iPod iPhone interface integration and security systems if you need any help with your factory stereo, or how to add auxiliary audio or listen to your ipod android in the vehicle I currently have a MECP Master Installation Technician certification. My answers are based on my experience in vehicles and my knowledge of automotive electronics I don't put much emphasis on brand names; you won't often find me putting down a brand or pushing one on dont send me a list of what brands i like better sorry i can not help you with aftermarket or vehicles that are not in the u.s.a also video and security

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