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InstallCard: In-dash Stereo

Prepaid professional in-dash receiver installation

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Our take on the InstallCard: In-dash Stereo

Not into "do it yourself" car stereo installations? No problem. With a pre-paid InstallCard, you can have your new in-dash stereo installed by any professional who's a member of the InstallCard network — there are more than 1,500 locations all across the country. You'll get all the benefits of buying your receiver from Crutchfield (including FREE installation accessories with most orders), plus the time savings and peace of mind that come with professional installation.

How does it work?
Simple. First, enter your zip code to see if there's an InstallCard installer in your area (if you don't see an installer listed, you may wish to call InstallerNet at the number listed below the zip code field. New installers are added to the network frequently, so there may be options available for you that aren't yet listed online). Then, just add this card to your online shopping cart, and proceed through checkout as usual. When you receive the card from us, visit www.installcard.com, enter the unique InstallCard number on the back of the card, and schedule your installation with the local shop.

Installation
When you arrive for your appointment at your local stereo shop, just hand over the InstallCard, along with the in-dash stereo you've purchased and your Crutchfield invoice (it will be included in the box with your order), and your installation begins. And you can feel confident about the quality of work — every installer on the InstallerNet Network has at least two years' experience and is MECP (Mobile Electronics Certified Professional) certified. InstallerNet feels so strongly about the expertise of their installers that they will warranty the labor of your installation for the life of your vehicle.

What does this card cover?
With this InstallCard, the professional installer will remove your existing in-dash stereo and install your new cassette, MD, or CD player. Be sure to read the Details below to see what's covered. Please call an Advisor at 1-888-955-6000 if you have any questions.

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Highlights:

  • pre-paid installation of an in-dash receiver at your choice of more than 1,500 professional stereo shops
  • to find out if an installer is available in your area, click here to enter your zip code
  • InstallCard services are currently available in all 50 states and Puerto Rico; we cannot ship InstallCards outside these areas.
  • installation labor is warranted for the life of your vehicle
  • Important note: This installation does not cover modifications to your vehicle. If modifications are required, you may be charged extra for parts and labor at the time of installation. Your installer will inform you of any additional charges before performing the work, so you can approve the charges. Some possible extra charges (parts, labor, or both) include:
    • your in-dash stereo includes a satellite antenna that must be mounted on the exterior of your vehicle
    • your vehicle features OnStar (or a similar factory security system), the audio portion of which is broadcast through the factory radio, and the installation of a new in-dash stereo requires replacement of the security-system modules
    • the factory wiring or dashboard have been cut or damaged as the result of a previous non-professional installation, or theft
    • your premium factory system (Bose, Infinity, Monsoon, etc.) requires bypassing with an extra wiring harness
    • no installation kit is available for your vehicle, and the installer is required to fabricate a custom-mounting bracket
    • your vehicle has factory steering-wheel controls, and you'd like your new in-dash stereo to work with them
    • your vehicle requires optional mounting brackets or significant, additional labor due to a complex dash diassembly/reassembly process
  • Special Return Policy

Important Note: Install Cards are not eligible for refunds once they are activated. If equipment is determined to be defective during the process of the installation or immediately after while still at the install shop the installer will remove and reinstall the equipment at no charge. If equipment is determined to be defective after leaving the install shop or within a period of no longer than one year and within the manufacturer's warranty, Installer Net will cover 50% of the charge to remove and reinstall replacement equipment. If the customer chooses to remove non-defective equipment (swapping for a different brand, for example), Installer Net will charge for a completely new installation.

 

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  • Car Stereo InstallCard for basic in-dash receiver installation

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Features

Overview: This InstallCard (42-1000) covers the basic installation labor for a professional Mobile Electronics installer to install an aftermarket car stereo in dash. The new stereo will be wired with a vehicle specific radio harness, antenna cable and mounted with an after factory installation kit. The basic installation labor will not cover additional wiring to bypass a factory amplifier, steering wheel control or Onstar type module. This InstallCard does not cover the parts needed for a professional installation; only the labor.

Disclaimers: This InstallCard (42-1000) does not include the following installation costs:

  • If the indash stereo has a satellite antenna that has to be mounted on the exterior of the vehicle.
  • Onstar and some other factory security system play through the factory radio and the installation of an aftermarket stereo may require replacement modules.
  • If the factory wires or dashboard has been cut or damaged due to a previous not professional installation or theft.
  • Some vehicle will require additional amplifier bypass harness to rewiring a factory amplifier along with additional labor, for example vehicles that have factory Bose, Infinity or other premium sound system.
  • If there is no installation kit available for your dash and the installer may have to fabricate a custom-mounting bracket.
  • To make any factory steering wheel controls work with an aftermarket radio will require additional parts and labor.
  • Some vehicles may require optional mounting brackets or additional labor due to the complexity of the existing radio removal. For example some cars require the disassemble of a large portion of the dashboard just to remove the radio.
  • European cars, such as BMW, Mercedes, Audi etc. and some exotic vehicles may need additional labor due to the complexity of their wiring.

Defective Equipment: If the equipment installed is found to be defective, or becomes defective after installation, the following apply:

  • If the equipment is determined to be defective during the process of installation, or immediately after (before the customer leaves the facility), the installer will remove and reinstall the replacement equipment at no charge. If the customer leaves the installer's facility, and discovers the equipment is defective, the customer will be responsible for 50% of the charge to have it removed and a replacement item reinstalled.
  • If the equipment is determined to be defective within a period of no longer that one year, and within the manufacturer's warranty, Installer Net will cover 50% of the charge to remove and reinstall replacement equipment. If the customer chooses to remove non-defective equipment (exchanging for a different brand, for example), Installer Net will charge for a completely new installation.
 

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5 out of 5

Easy as Pie

Written By Bonnadine, Stow, OH on Thursday, May 28, 2009
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This made everything sooo much easier. I was given a list of possible installers by address, and chose the closest one for my own convenience. They turned out to be a great choice, and it was done in an hour. I suspect the price was better this way, and I had Crutchfield in my corner should there have been any problems (which there haven't been.)
2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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5 out of 5

InstallCard: In-dash Stereo

Written By Ronald, Gloversville, NY on Friday, September 11, 2009
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Wouldn't buy a car stereo without it!
3 out of 3 people found this helpful
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5 out of 5

Worked well

Written By William, Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, February 03, 2009
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Although I have done aftermarket installs myself, I chose to have a pro install for the convenience and warranty. Placed order online, got the card and receiver kit (complete with wiring harness, trim, & instuctions), made a call for an appointment, and had new sounds within a week of ordering. Newer cars are rather complicated, so when going from a factory system to aftermarket, I am glad I went with a pro install.
1 out of 1 people found this helpful
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5 out of 5

Easy and Less Expensive

Written By Timothy, Raleigh, NC on Thursday, January 17, 2008
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I saved $50 by using the InstallCard. Before going with the InstallCard I received an installation quote from a company who was a partner with InstallCard (I did not know that at that time of the quote). I decided to go with InstallCard and the affiliated installation company ended up being the same dealer who was $50 higher. I highly recommend this service.
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5 out of 5

Couldn't ask for more

Written By , Space Coast Florida on Wednesday, May 12, 2010
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Ordered my stereo on Friday. Registered my InstallCard. Got a call on Monday with
phone number and contact for installation facility . Recieved my stereo Tuesday @ 1:45
had it installed by 3:30 the same day... I don't know what else I could have asked for.
2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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5 out of 5

Great job

Written By David, Lodi, CA on Thursday, October 07, 2010
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The installers were great. They did the work perfectly and I was out of there in
40 minutes. I thought it would take much longer.
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5 out of 5

InstallCard: In-dash Stereo

Written By , springfield,va on Thursday, January 27, 2011
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Made the installation of my car stereo worry free.

Thanks-
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5 out of 5

Great Value

Written By David, Robesonia, PA on Wednesday, June 02, 2010
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I bought the card because I'm in a wheelchair and couldn't do the install myself. I researched prices and found that other installers will not use the equipment Crutchfield gives you (for example, wiring harness, face plate). The price without the card was 50 dollars more and not guaranteed like it is with the InstallCard.. Install took less than an hour. Crutchfield makes it so easy to install the unit but if you can't do it yourself, the InstallCard is a must. The card WILL save you money. I did find an installer within 15 miles. It looks great. My installer said he could do it the day the card came in the mail which was fantastic. I am very happy with the InstallCard.
2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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5 out of 5

Installer in Port St. Lucie FL

Written By PaulN, Fort Pierce FL on Friday, August 27, 2010
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Angel and his crew were courteous, polite, and professional. They went a step beyond to make sure the system was set up the way I liked it. I will use them again when I install a new stereo and speakers in my motor home in a few weeks. The entire Crutchfield experience was fantastic and cost exactly half of what the local big box store quoted me for identical equipment. You need to check out Crutchfield if you haven't already. Paul N
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5 out of 5

A great bargian.

Written By Roy, Tempe,Arizona on Tuesday, May 20, 2008
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The install card is a great bargain,the installers are knowledgeable and courtesy and I would say can do a better job than the average person plus very helpful with information about the radio.Just one phone call and we set up an appointment that was convenient for me.
This was the best things that I did after purcheing the radio.
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