THE CAI INSTALLATION LIBRARY
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Installation guides for your Porsche audio upgrade. Find your vehicle, choose your project, and get into the details.
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997 / 987
911 · Boxster · Cayman
Choose the amplifier guide for your body style: C2 or C4.
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Radio installation
Factory radio removal, kit wiring, and system integration.
HUR module installation
Connect a Head Unit Replacement module to the factory Bose system.
Factory Bose
Snap-in amplifier installation
Amplifier mounting, cable routing, and channel configuration.
C2 · Boxster · Cayman
911 C4 amplifier installation
Mount and wire an amplifier in the C4 body.
911 C4
Speaker installation
Fit a three-way component speaker system.
GPS & satellite antennas
Concealed antenna placement and cable routing.
911 backup camera
Camera mounting, wiring locations, and vehicle disassembly.
911-focused guide996 / 986
911 · Boxster
Keeping your Bose subwoofer? Check the system configuration and year restrictions in the guide.
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Double DIN radio installation
Convert the radio opening, relocate HVAC controls, and connect your radio.
Single DIN radio installation
Install a single DIN radio using the CAI installation parts kit.
Retain the factory Bose subwoofer
Integrate the factory subwoofer when changing your amplifier.
Bose subwoofer: keep the factory amplifier
Connect a subwoofer signal cable from your new radio.
2001–2002 ONLY
Dash speaker upgrade
Mount replacement speakers to the factory speaker grilles.
Amplifier installation
Mount, wire, and configure an aftermarket amplifier.
C2 & C4GPS & satellite antennas
Concealed antenna placement and cable routing.
911 backup camera
Camera mounting, wiring locations, and vehicle disassembly.
911-focused guideCayenne
First generation
The radio guide covers the CAI Bose-compatible Cayenne kit. Confirm your equipment before beginning.
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