The MyLink Master thread

[AndrewGS]

I'm thinking it will be a pretty easy swap physically, but there might be issues with BCM compatibility. Hopefully it will just take a flash to match the MyLink unit with the VIN, but the 2012 BCM may not be programmed for the MyLink unit.

 

[laborsmith]

The 2013 remains a six speaker but in the online ordering guide is described as a change to a "premium" system. The connectivity+ package is standard at the LT level. I do not know but suspect these changes (particulary the connectivity+ change) are related to MyLink.

Laborsmith

 

[doreo]

I emailed chevy and hopefully they give me a reply tomorrow, they said they are gonna call and explain the mylink stuff

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[Chevrolet Customer Care]

So I've found myself behind the wheel of a 2013 Malibu Eco for the week. A few things relating to the Sonic I've noticed about the interior:

1.) The bass in my Sonic is lacking. Badly. I need subs and rear speakers/amp ASAP. Or once I find some spare cash (Yay college.... :sadbanana: )

2.) The MyTouch interface is AMAZING. Especially compared to the standard radio in the Sonic. You can actually scroll through an iPod with some speed! :banana: I really hope this is available for us early Sonic adopters to be able to upgrade to. Would definitely be worth the money to get it.

Also, this Malibu feels HUGE compared to my Sonic. The interior is so wide!

After researching the resources available to me, at this time, I don't see any information pertaining to MyLink Touch upgrades on current model year (2012) Sonic. MyLink Touch will be standard in some models and available in others for the 2013 Sonic Hatchback and Sedan.

As I get information regarding any possible MyLink Touch upgrades for the early adopters (2012) Sonic's, I will share with the forum.


Vanessa

 

[Eric Smit]

After researching the resources available to me, at this time, I don't see any information pertaining to MyLink Touch upgrades on current model year (2012) Sonic. MyLink Touch will be standard in some models and available in others for the 2013 Sonic Hatchback and Sedan.

As I get information regarding any possible MyLink Touch upgrades for the early adopters (2012) Sonic's, I will share with the forum.


Vanessa

Just so you know, you're terrific.


-Eric Smit

 

[doreo]

Agreed love the help, someone is posed to called from chevy today but I don't know what if anything will come from the convo

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[PapaSmurf805]

Just throwing it in here that I'd be interested in the MyLink conversion. Maybe if enough ask, Chevy will see a interest in moving forward with it. Just my opinion.

 

[laborsmith]

Maybe if enough ask, if it is possible, something might be done. Look at the changes for the 2013 model year: connectivity+ standard across the board and the speakers system upgraded.

For those interested in what MyLink can do: Exclusive: Hands-On With the 2013 Chevy Spark's MyLink System | Autopia | Wired.com

Laborsmith

 

[Eric Smit]

I will be making it happen when available.


-Eric Smit

 

[beaslbob]

interested in my link

After researching the resources available to me, at this time, I don't see any information pertaining to MyLink Touch upgrades on current model year (2012) Sonic. MyLink Touch will be standard in some models and available in others for the 2013 Sonic Hatchback and Sedan.

As I get information regarding any possible MyLink Touch upgrades for the early adopters (2012) Sonic's, I will share with the forum.


Vanessa

thanks

even though a couple of weeks behind I am interested.

The only thing feature wise I missed and would have paid for was a nav system.

But even just a large touch screen like on our 2006 envoy would be nice and is missed on the sonic. Even without the nav.


Off topic and hopefully corrected when I get a new samsung s3 phone:

pssst pssst when you'all gonna fix the blue tooth.

 

[Cinsue]

Add me to the list of people wanting MyLink!

 

[HulkSonic]

If you want more bass, kicker sells a 10inch box with an amp, sub, and all the harnesses specifically for our sonics. But you could easily go with the generic one that is just a teency bit bigger. If you search on ebay you should be able to find it, but heres the article on it.

KICKER Ships SoundGate Upgrade for Chevy Sonic | 12 Volt News

 

[Deliboy]

Or get an Infinity BassLink. IMO it's perfect for the Sonic, especially at $199.99 plus maybe another $100 installed. Check my garage for installed pic in my hatch.


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[Papasonic]

No MyLink conversion for 2012 Sonic

MyLink and IntelliLink Radio Options

This tech article pretty much kills the idea of updating our Sonics to the MyLink system.

Papasonic

 

[CoHPhasor]

MyLink and IntelliLink Radio Options

This tech article pretty much kills the idea of updating our Sonics to the MyLink system.

Papasonic

I dunno about that.
They claim the wireless tech makes it not possible to upgrade, but I noticed something:

Entry Color Radio. Bluetooth is in the OnStar module, not the radio (No MyLink/IntelliLink)

Now I noticed that in the RPO codes for the Sonic, delete onStar, lose bluetooth.
BUT in the article you show, the rest of the myLinks don't stipulate needing OnStar for bluetooth.

Connected Color Radio, includes Bluetooth connectivity (MyLink/IntelliLink)

Maybe the more expensive myLinks have their own BT and can be done?

 

[laborsmith]

Ofer on Camaro5 has gathered the part numbers and is now awaiting the parts to become available that would allow a 2012 model year Camaro to be upgraded to MyLink. There is an RPO difference between the Camaro and the Sonic MyLink, but that may be because the Camaro MyLink includes nav and the Sonic allows use of an external nav. (I believe the Sonic MyLink in time will be nav upgradeable for $795.)

Anyone interested in upgrading might consider monitoring his progress. I would not be surprised if whatever kit he assembles for the Camaro would also work for the Sonic. Remember a 2011 Cruze owner w/o cruise control could get it simply by changing steering wheels.

Does anyone know what BYOM means?

Laborsmith

 

[Papasonic]

Does anyone know what BYOM means?

Laborsmith

Could it mean: Bring your own memory; such as a smartphone, tablet, or a USB media device.



Papasonic

 

[laborsmith]

Probably. If memory serves, MyLink is a $995 option for a Camaro and includes nav (of course Camaros with the nav option are on constraint right now) and MyLink is a $200 option for the Sonic and does not include nav as Sonic drivers are expected to use their smart phone for navigational purposes.

BYOM = Bring Your Own Memory. Yes, I think you got it!

Laborsmith

 

[Lovehanayo]

Probably. If memory serves, MyLink is a $995 option for a Camaro and includes nav (of course Camaros with the nav option are on constraint right now) and MyLink is a $200 option for the Sonic and does not include nav as Sonic drivers are expected to use their smart phone for navigational purposes.

BYOM = Bring Your Own Memory. Yes, I think you got it!

Laborsmith

I wonder how much it's gonna cost to buy it separate and then have it installed. Hopefully not more than 1k

 

[theenico]

BYOM = Bring Your Own Media