I am wondering what is the sound quality issue when replacing the original head unit with aftermarket one, as described by many. It seems that connecting to the original factory amp doesn't result in good sound quality. I also read people mentioned replacing the original factory speakers as connecti...

you are not the first one who mentioned that the so und quality is poor after replacement. If that is the result there is no point in replace the unit. The hassle to replace amplifier is just not worth. I am wondering why the volvo factory amplifier which has a great sound quality, can not delivery ...

Many thanks for your comprehensive reply. Apologies for only now being able to reply. I am thinking to try the replacement of the original volvo head unit but definetly not replacing volvo amplifier. I got few more questions: 1-how is the sound quality of after market radio connected to Volvo origin...

which type of interfaces are these and how do i connect them ?

That was my first concern and that is clear now. However if after all this the sound quality is poor there is no point to replace the head unit. Once I replace the the original radio in an old 760 with a Sony and the sound was horrible in comparison to the original. now you make me think if it is wo...

thanks for the reply. The original volvo unit is working fine. the major reason is convinience of having not to use CD but to plug mobile phone and other type of media

Hi all, I am thinking to replace my radio unit HU-803 in a 02 v70. I believe this got a factory fitted amplifier? Ideally I would like to use the Volvo amplifier which I would connect to a chinese double din multimedia unit. Does any one knows if this can be done and what I would need? I see some am...

Hi All, I am trying to install an aftermarket keyless entry on my 02 V70. I have managed to install the unity however I am facing few issues here and I am wondering if anyone who have done this installation before in this car could advise me further. First I don't see door actuator on drivers door I...

Hi Billac1015 , I know this is an old post but I am facing the same issue as described here at your post and I am wondering if you could help me. I am installing an aftermarket keyless entry in my 02 V70. At the moment I am facing the following issues after I opened the driver's panel door: 1-I coul...