The instructions for the DCI install says to not put the unit behind the HU. I have a pioneer that's about half the size of the stock HU with plenty of room behind it. Anyone have any issues with the DCI installed directly behind the HU? I think it looks cleaner that way but just want to make sure there isnt heating issues. I've searched to no avail. Thanks in advance

 

well theres alot of wiring behind the head unit, as youre pushing the head unit in it can possible cause damage to the DCI or flip one of the dip switch. i placed mine behind the knee panel next to the head unit.

 

Many HUs have a heat sink to the rear so it can get warm for something in close proximity. Move it off to the side or put a small piece of aluminized Mylar bubble wrap insulation to keep the thing cooler.

 

I didnt put mine behind the head unit but under it, right behind the radio door cover.

 

I installed mine underneath the passenger dashboard panel (where the glove compartment would be on most standard cars).

There's no reason to tuck it behind the headunit...I like the DCI where the dip switches are accessible... Plus the wire you need to splice into for the SCV is right there too, so it makes everything nice and tidy...

 

I second this - did the same thing.

 

I've had mine tucked under the HU for years , never had an issue, works great. I didn't recall any notes saying not to install it there, but I may have missed it, no issues though.