2001 Park Ave option retrofit
 

Hey Yall,

Newbie here. Looks like a great group with lots of knowledge being passed around. Im hoping to be able to join in on that.
I just picked up a 2001 Park Avenue with 88000 miles on it. I do lots of driving and it will be nice to have some elbow room for a change. I have been driving a SAAB for quite a while (450000 miles) and have gotten used to a few features that the new car doesn't have (yet) but were options. I like the DIC and inflatable lumbar setup.
Im wondering if anyone can tell me what is involved in swapping over the DIC from a junkyard car (beyond the switch panel). Is the info center display the same on both cars? is there a DIC module behind the dash somewhere? Would I have to change the sensors and or wiring? It would be nice if it were just the switch pack, but Im sure its more involved.
As for the seat, does anyone have a drivers seat in grey leather with the lumbar option for sale?

Thanks,
SamM:)

Welcome!

I'm not sure about the PA, but I've seen people put stock DIC systems from similar cars into ones that didn't come with them with very little extra work. It might be all controlled by the PCM, so there wouldn't be any extra modules or sensors. The best thing you could do is take a look at one in a JY or take a look through some factory service manuals to see if you can find out for sure.

Thanks,,
I have ordered a switch pack off of eBay, just to try it out. I will keep you posted on the results. I figure Im going to need it anyway, so its not too much of a gamble.:D