I've been given a used Eclipse avn5435 stereo/navigation unit. I have a 2002 Volvo S40. Anyone done a Eclipse install on this model? Any tips on installation, sourcing an adapter harness, etc. would be appreciated.

 

I just picked up this same unit today... I can tell you all is going well... except I cant seem to find my VSS wire... or its not providing a signal...

 

Let me know how it turns out. Also, if you used an adapter harness or installation kit, where did you source them?

Thanks!

 

I test fitted the AVN5435 in the S40 today. The unit is a hair too wide. The OEM guide rails block it from sliding in. It also looks like there would be a 1/4 inch gap all the way around the unit head, requiring fabrication of a surround.

It appears the only kind of installation kit that would help is one that replaces the entire OEM radio housing. The kit would need to accomodate the Information ****, cup holder, and options switches located above the radio. I doubt such a thing exists.

The other option is to "modify" the existing enclosure. I think the guide rails could be shaved down enough to accept the radio without removing them completely. I am going to need them, since they help hold the radio in place.

I'll pick up a second OEM radio enclosure and try modifing it. I would like to preserve the OEM set-up so that the OEM radio can be re-installed.

I found this link for antenna and wire harness adapters, which I have ordered: http://www.myinstallkit.com/VOLVO/2002%20(02)%20VOLVO%20S40%20Radio%20-%20Stereo%20Installation%20Kit.htm

Adapters and 1-DIN installation kits are also available on eBay.