Aux input - help!

tbon62889 · 04-26-2009, 06:30 PM

I have a 2001 Grand Prix GT, (with a FACTORY RADIO) I would Like to "install" an aux input in order to play my ipod or attach a sirius xm radio. . . . I am sick of the quality of FM transmitters.

I am somewhat confused on how this works. I am very good with electronics, but for some reason this is stumping me. I was looking at the GM9-AUX Auxiliary input converter. From what I have read this will be compatable with my car.

I have a few questions:

1.) Once I plug this into the ""CD Changer" port on the back of the factory radio, will I then click the CD button on the face of my factory radio to use the Aux input? I do not have an AUX button (not that I can think of).

2.) Once I install the converter will it "disable" my CD player for good? or can I still use it?

3.) Has anyone else done this setup? If so, could you give me any pointers? Please?

lcurle · 04-27-2009, 01:50 PM

sounds like a hassle, have you concidered an aftermarket radio that is iPod ready?

04-26-2009, 06:30 PM	#1 (permalink)
tbon62889 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 1 OS: Win Vista	Aux input - help! I have a 2001 Grand Prix GT, (with a FACTORY RADIO) I would Like to "install" an aux input in order to play my ipod or attach a sirius xm radio. . . . I am sick of the quality of FM transmitters. I am somewhat confused on how this works. I am very good with electronics, but for some reason this is stumping me. I was looking at the GM9-AUX Auxiliary input converter. From what I have read this will be compatable with my car. I have a few questions: 1.) Once I plug this into the ""CD Changer" port on the back of the factory radio, will I then click the CD button on the face of my factory radio to use the Aux input? I do not have an AUX button (not that I can think of). 2.) Once I install the converter will it "disable" my CD player for good? or can I still use it? 3.) Has anyone else done this setup? If so, could you give me any pointers? Please?

04-27-2009, 01:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
lcurle TSF Gearhead (Audio) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Newton, Kansas Posts: 587 OS: Xp Pro SP3	Re: Aux input - help! sounds like a hassle, have you concidered an aftermarket radio that is iPod ready? __________________ Lee - MECP Certified "Any advice given on this forum is intended for helping and assisting the end user with their issue at hand. Personal saftey is important when working on any vehicle."