I'm looking at replacing the Bolero head in my Octavia with an aftermarket unit from Pioneer/Alpine or similar. What I'm not sure about is which functions are in the radio head unit and which are in the car electronics, and what other radio display related functions will work. I've had a punt around on the Internet but not found an answer.
I'm assuming the controls on the left of the steering wheel will change to operate the radio volume/select and the right hand controls still control the car MFD etc?
The Bluetooth phone system is the "Premium" version which has the 3G module and roof aerial. Is this part of the radio (i.e., will go if the radio is replaced) or is it an independent part of the car electronics. If it's part of the car, will this work with a replacement head unit? Also on the phone integration, would the voice control work with a replacement head unit?
Will the parking sensor and aircon displays work with a new head unit? I'm thinking of adding a reversing camera but it'd be nice to retain the ultrasonic sensors as well.
The sound system is pretty basic with speakers/tweeters in the doors - are these driven from the radio or from a separate amp?
I think that's it for now! Any help appreciated :)
-- Mike
