agreed. I wouldn't necessarily be set on an oem sync3 head unit. I'd look for something with wireless connectivity built in. the basic 4" screen doesn't have nearly the vehicle integration as the sync3 system, so a swap to something else makes more sense.
that's not entirely true. you should be able to get a harness/adapter that will carry over all of those functions. there are even aftermarket head units which keep a bunch of the sync3 vehicle integration controls for people who have that head unit and want to switch.
Interesting, I haven't come across that yet. Crutchfield had a warning that involved splicing wires to get features to work, which is why I didn't think there was a harness for aftermarket units. Do you know where I might find the wiring harnesses you speak of?
You've given me some homework and opened up a much cheaper option for me, thank you!
Well at least mine seems to have a good amount of safety features to make the insurance company happy. I do appreciate the help and knowledge regardless!
I currently have it on the back burner due to school and some trips I’ve got planned but I’m going to do the aftermarket route due to affordability and the near enough oem look we can get. Currently, I’m using a silicon phone stand on the tray in the dashboard and works well enough for now.
