2003 - 2009 Toyota 4Runner Radio Install

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Parts linked in the description!

[@alexisjorge3044]

I know I am kinda off topic but do anyone know of a good website to watch new series online ?

[@devinleighton5982]

@Alexis Jorge Flixportal :)

[@alexisjorge3044]

@Devin Leighton Thank you, signed up and it seems to work :D I appreciate it!

[@devinleighton5982]

@Alexis Jorge you are welcome =)

[@Liberty4Ever]

Thank you for the excellent video with exactly the right amount of detail to describe how to do the work while not wasting any time. Anybody have a recommendation for hardware to replace the factory CD cassette player in a 2005 4Runner with the 10 speaker JBL Synthesis (which sounds good!), while adding a rear backup camera, Bluetooth audio, front and rear digital video dash recording, FM radio and hopefully an MP3 player while retaining steering wheel controls? Bonus points if it's an Android based touch screen so I can add the OSMand app for GPS navigation and an app to allow me to view diagnostic data from a Bluetooth OBDII dongle.

[@urbanturbine]

One of the best 'how to' video that I have ever seen... Really thank you so much for posting this!

[@alexconfidence2354]

This is beautiful. I prefer this to the flip or hanging one, this looks really compact and clean. I like it.

[@tee228]

Just finished mine earlier. Thanks!! I for sure would've broke a lot of things without this vid lol

[@pdub7352]

Best 4runner tutorial on KZbin! Thanks, Provo Beast! My 4runner has the JBL and I used the PAC RP4.2-TY11, which was QUITE a pain ...for anyone in the same boat; the blue/white "input" and the blue/white "output" are wired together along with the amp turn-on from the radio harness, there are MANY connectors on the PAC harness that aren't used, the 12 pin connector behind the dash with only 3 wires (red, green & pink) doesn't get used, and, be prepared to get clever finding a spot for the huge rats nest of wires. Give a wave to Timpanogos for me, and thanks again!

[@StubProductions]

Used same kit. Soldered all my wires. Was able to get it all packed in there.

[@truthfadeaway]

I don’t quite understand what you mean by the blue and white. So three wires connected?

[@truthfadeaway]

I just got the kit and can’t figure that out

[@pdub7352]

@@truthfadeaway WOW! It's been a while, but if I interpret my own instructions correctly, it's actually 5 wires connected (the 4 blue and whites from the PAC harness AND the amp signal from the radio). It's been a long time so I hope this helps; I'm sure once you get your dash apart it'll make a lot more sense. GOOD LUCK!

[@JeffKruegerx]

Made a very daunting task seem simple. Great video with easy to follow directions.

[@vblaiotta]

@provobeastaudio - newbie question , at 10:53 which fuse and fuse holder did you use?

[@JonFox1945]

Did you give out?

[@JC-uj3zj]

Your voice is great! Very calm and friendly. Great video. Thank you. I feel confident to try on my own.

[@frederickhernandez8413]

I'll be installing a Pioneer AVH-4200NEX into my 2006 4Runner limited with JBL, this video was very helpful thank you!

[@KC-hr9yz]

how do you like the pioneer? im thinking of changing mine, i have the limited with jbl system.....

[@bbbarde]

Great video. Very thorough and well narrated. Thank you for your help.

[@Ceegar111]

Dude, I owe you a cigar !!! Your video was so very helpful. Thank you, sincerely.

[@CJ-ok7pn]

You have link for double port USB?? When i pull up link you provided its for single port. Great vid! Thanks!!

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

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[@CJ-ok7pn]

I was wanting the flush mount on the center console dash but tjat is a good option also

[@CJ-ok7pn]

The one you used in the video is ideal

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

@@CJ-ok7pn The dual usb we used ended up not supporting carplay. So the single USB is what is recommended for data, and if you have another available port, you can use a dual USB for charge only: amzn.to/3G5OChB

[@NykevOfficial]

Awesome video. Quick. To the Point. Informational. Well done.

[@rickpontificates3406]

Regarding the airbag light, there are OBD scanners available that will reset airbags, saving you money and a trip to the dealership.

[@bkg2213]

This was a great how to video. Very good step by step explanation. Thanks!

[@StubProductions]

Thank you for making this tutorial! It was extremely helpful!

[@MetephorProductions]

Great video - even all these years later! How exactly did you tap into the AC on the cigarette lighter? I've been dying to do the same thing as well but wasn't sure the best way to go about it so that I maintain power from the lighter as well.

[@christiankendall771]

you can wire directly onto the 12v cigaret lighter connection im pretty sure. Join 4runnermafia on fb. so much great info

[@patrickcantu8192]

Do you have a video for installing the "Mictuning Toyota USB Charger". I have a duel usb charger and I'm not entirely sure where it goes. I want to say to strip the wires from the DC plug and connect them there. But I think you said that it needs to go to the fuse box? Im just generally confused. Thanks in advance.

[@TrevorJDeWitt1]

this guy has a good video on that kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4CboKuBdr16hLM

[@ilovebohol]

Thanks for the vid, this just proved that dealers, including my toyota dealers are a bunch of liars... multiple dealer service reps told me it takes multiple hours to replace my bulbs... you just showed how easy it is. They also told me the same with the belt replacement and a friend did it in 10 minutes. These dealers are a bunch of bs...big time.

[@Robsbrd99]

Yep! My 2008 had one side of the display go dead where the outside temperature is. Took less than ten minutes to change both bulbs.

[@urbanturbine]

They told me they had to remove intake manifold to replace spark plugs. They are absolutely disgusting.

[@josephmurin854]

Does anyone have a picture of exactly how that usb / charge mod taps into the cigarette lighter please? The mod had a red and black wire. The cigarette lighter has a harness with a brown wire and a black with white-stripe wire. Once the Barnes plugs in, the cigarette lighter itself has a black wire and a white wire soldered. I have an in-line fuse as well to install. Any help is appreciated. Thank you!

[@Ceegar111]

Trace it to the pin ...hot is the brown wire

[@brantwilliams2464]

Thanks for the video! Is there anything special you need to do for the diversity antenna to still work? I've heard some people use an adaptor to plug both antenna wires into one and others say that doesn't do anything. I've heard some people say they have to power up an "antenna power" wire to power an antenna amp. What works best? Thanks!

[@Gorgie-lm1ti]

What did you set in radio ”settings“ the ground option ? I forgot which one …Tia …great vid by the way

[@isaacsoucy2360]

Thank you so much very well done howto video. Cant wait to install mine tomorrow!!

[@guyivolou6744]

How to repair or to changer the void pump of braking and ABS system?

[@carolinehunt9298]

Can you show how you mounted the trim and remounted the factory brackets? Do factory brackets go back on first?

[@doobedi]

Did you connect the fuse to the power and ground for the cigarette lighter connection?

[@skantabulitios]

Thank you for this video. Best how-to video ever

[@ericchakeen5889]

great video. any tips on how to maintain using the OEM factory back up camera with a modern aftermarket12v head unit ?

[@jennifermiller8126]

I just bought an 03 4Runner that has aftermarket radio and sometimes it works fine and others all you hear is engine noise. After searching the internet it said that it could the ground. Do those loop noise reducers work?

[@doobedi]

Am stuck here with the wiring,you said watch colors with colors but it would've been cool showing more of the madule to the stereo wiring

[@LordGiantWafflez]

Very slim chances you'll see a new comment from an old video but, I already have my amp tapped in to the blue and white wire so is it possible to use a tap splice to connect the bypass wire to that wire?

[@MengMotorsports]

Thanks for this video! Very helpful. quick question about the wire harness. The metra wire harness we have for the 05 4runner has a solid blue wire (power antenna) that doesnt have a matching blue wire on the Pioneer (x5800bhs) wire harness. Every else matched up easily but there is a solid blue leftover and a blue/white (remote turn on) on the pioneer headunit harness. Do we connect these two together? Thanks.

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

The power antenna can either be connected to the blue / white wire or the red ignition wire. Some installers also don't even connect it as today it really isn't needed. Totally up to you.

[@Cramos056]

Hello! My aftermarket radio only has one antenna port. Since the original head unit has 2 antena wires, did you just cancel one of them?

[@anemariesutch4396]

In your wire harness there is a third clip with only three wires, same as the factory radio setup. What is it for? My wire kit did not come with the third clip. Wondering if the wrong kit got sent. The Metra 70-1761 is what they sent me.

[@Nicholas-ut1dw]

where do u buy the toyota usb adapter

[@just4u239]

Hopefully you can help. I have a Blaupunkt San Diego 530 deck with THEE BADDEST NAVIGATION TECHNOLOGY IVE EVER SEEN BUT I CAN'T GET THE TRAFFIC ANTENNA TO SCAN ON THE DECK TO LOOK FOR DELAYS AND DETOURS AND SPEED TRAP CAMERAS. WAS WONDERING WHAT TYPE OF ANTENNA ADAPTER I NEED BECAUSE IVE BOUGHT EVERYONE I KNOW OF AND I FIT THE RADIO ANTENNA BUT NOT THE TWC ANTENNA. I HAVE 2006 4RUNNER SPORT V8 , THE TWC ANTENNA LOOKS ALMOST LIKE A LINE OUT HEADPHONE PLUG BUT HAS THE SPRING CLIPS ON THE SIDE LIKE THE RADIO ANTENNA. WHAT ADAPTER DO I NEED?

[@smunf5]

Great Vid. did you need to buy anything additional for steering wheel control?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

The crux harness already includes that! Linked in description for ya.

[@wyattsexton7083]

Is the Steering Wheel Control cord connector needed for the stereo to work? mine has steering wheel control but i didn't use any cords for my Kenwood. It powers up but says 'miswire dc error'. I tried replacing the stereo harness and the Kenwood harness and i checked all the speaker wires and nothing is wrong with anything. I tried resetting the Kenwood about 40 times and nothing seems to work. I'm guessing I need to add the Steering Wheel Control connector like you have. My 4Runner set up is exactly like this video you're doing.

[@brandonivy9601]

Do you have any idea where the VSS wire is? (vehicle speed sensor) - it is needed for wireless apple carplay units to work correctly.

[@tantan2798]

Did I buy the wrong harness? Car had three, but when I bought wringing harness it came with only two.

[@wyattsexton7083]

I have a Kenwood stereo I tried to install a 2005 4runner but it shows an error. I have the harness correct. But is there something else it needs to work? There is a steering wheel controls on the 4Runner. I don't know if that's wiring that's needed too for the steering wheel controls?

[@TheAhhhitsjoeyy]

Sorry if this is a dumb question but do I need to do anything with the two antenna wires?

[@jsisson]

Since there are limited videos of the RDS WITH JBL amplifiers what is the crux gain adjustments? I’m installing a pioneer AVH-1550 nex . But cannot find anything including the sequence crux needs for the rds

[@mikepayton5125]

Is there a way to get all of my speakers to work instead of only front or back from the rca cables?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Lot of questions there - what RCA cables are you referring to? JBL or not, all speakers will work with the new radio based on the harness you are using / trim of your 4runner.

[@hollyryans5207]

I am changing the stereo out in my 2003 Toyota 4runner to a touch screen. Can you tell me which wire harness you got? It's the JBL system... but the one that all the other websites says to get, does not fit?

[@davindersinghbhangu2627]

Hi Where did you order the usb charger from? Link would be helpful. Did you also make a video of installing the usb audio and extra charger as well. Thanks

[@jeffreythelem9282]

I wish he would show where to installed the parking wires that’s like most important on these radio for the Bluetooth to work

[@MrShenron89]

Great video on how to do all the work but there's a conflict of size from what you installed and what you're recommending. Both AVH-X2700BS / AVH-X2800BS have 6.2" screens while the AVH-2500NEX has a 6.8" screen size. I'm having a tough time finding a mounting/face that will fit the 6.8" screen, do you have any recommendations?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Screen size is irrelevant as long as the radio has a standard double din chassis. All brand name units with a double din chassis will fit the dash kit, regardless of screen size.

[@MrShenron89]

@@ProvoBeastAudio Thank you so much for the clarification! I didn't even realize this video is 7 years old and you still replied!

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Sure thing, check out our newer versions of this install on our channel.@@MrShenron89

[@jennycole8352]

Great video just what I needed. thank you!

[@pbcairconditioningllc7251]

Where are you located i wants to install in my 4runner

[@Asco-pt8dp]

My midrange/tweeters are not working, something wrong with the wiring speaker itself is good, any ideas? (Non JBL system)

[@brianandtate]

Great video. I wonder, can you give a bit more info on that parking gear bypass for the video?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zqm8f6FugamppKc

[@cameronmatyjasik7341]

How did he hook up the steering wheel controls?

[@ksemi02]

Old post, but what kind of dash kit did you use if I missed it somewhere in vid?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

All parts used are linked in the description of the video

[@ksemi02]

@@ProvoBeastAudio I found it thanks:)

[@tjb3454555150]

So the usb is charge or audio? Not both at the same time?

[@toddkane1031]

I will be installing a kenwood excelon unit to replace the jbl synthesis next week. Thanks for the video it was very helpful. My harness and steering wheel interface have a bunch of positive and negative wires to connect. Any recommendations on where to grab the positive and negatives for a 2003 limited 4Runner ? Thanks.

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Just tie them into the Red and Black wire on the wiring harness adapter as this is a switched 12v source, only on when the key is on

[@Gorgie-lm1ti]

Thanks a ton...spot on. works great..gonna do the back up camera hopefully next week...

[@doobedi]

After watching this video,i went ahead and bought the Pioneer AVH-X3700BHS for my 2007 Toyota 4runner sr5 4.0. I would like to buy this wiring adapter harness you just display for my 4runner to.

[@johnnymarinara3797]

Would something like this make the sound quality better with my stock speakers? I'd love to update everything but not all at once. Would my stock aux still work?

[@Gorgie-lm1ti]

I have all the parts listed below but, my 4Runner 2005 sport has no RDS will this setup still work? And I have no stock 'Aux Input jack in cab. I have the NON-JBL ...Thanks very much

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

This setup will work great, especially if you have the factory steering wheel volume controls. If you don't have either steering wheel controls or the factory aux, all you would need for the wiring harness would be the Metra 70-1761 Radio Wiring Harness and the dash kit used in this video.

[@devinwhite9959]

If my 2005 4Runner doesn’t have the steering wheel controls or an aux input, do I need the crux still?

[@Luke-ir1yb]

Do I need the Crux harness adapter if I don’t have the amplified jbl runner?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Nope, especially if you don't need to retain the factory aux jack or steering wheel controls. We didn't have the JBL system, but still did the CRUX adapter because it kept our steering wheel volume controls and factory AUX.

[@Luke-ir1yb]

Provo Beast Audio Installation Thanks! installing the 2800 today.

[@daemn42]

In the description you list "Crux SWRTY-61S Stereo Harness adapter (non amplified)". I have the JBL system with amplifier. Is there different Crux harness to use for that? I checked out your own amp/sub install vid, but it was not at all clear to me where all the extra wires in the harness came from. Is there a separate adapter to connect to factor JBL amp?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Yes, the crux harness will be different if you have the JBL system. The video shows a 4runner that does not have the JBL amplified system. I would visit crutchfield.com to be sure you find the harness that fits best for your vehicle.

[@joecerda630]

I'm new at this can I tie the power antenna cable to the amp cable?

[@Easey421]

Great video. Where can I find that USB/Charger addition you added down near the center console?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

www.amazon.com/Cllena-Charger-Socket-charging-Samsung/dp/B01FWFBNSU/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1522077016&sr=8-13&keywords=USB+adapter+toyota

[@chanrahan15]

Followed everything, but when I was doing the wiring . I could not find any place Crux SWRTY-61S Wiring Interface to connect the rear speakers to the wires coming out of the unit. Did I get a faulty wiring interface or something? I plugged it and everything works except I have no sound out of rear speakers.

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

@ 0:50 shows a harness with purple and green wire towards to bottom of the video, ensure that is wired in and plugged in for that is your rear speaker harness.

[@SK-pf8qn]

Need help! Followed your "add a back up camera" and "radio install" videos, very well done and helpful. During the radio install I got to the point of installing the new wire harness I realized the Crux SWRTY-61S Stereo Harness Adapter doesn't match up properly with the 2005 4Runner factory harness. The outgoing radio is stock (JBL part # 86120-35291 no "RDS" printed on radio head )....dang it...can you recommend a different adapter that will match the 4Runner harness? Love your videos, you've taught me how to be comfortable with taking the vehicle apart and adding upgrades I've always wanted; new HU, back up camera, USB ports and will hard wire Garmin GPS, radar detector and dash cam. Thank you for your instructions and any assistance you can give me with the new adapter part number.

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

it may be this harness: www.sonicelectronix.com/item_14596_Axxess-TYTO-01.html Use coupon code ProvoBeast to save cash at checkout. I suggest also using their vehicle fit guide to make sure you get the right harness and features your 4runner requires.

[@SK-pf8qn]

Thanks, I'll call them in the morning to verify it will fit my 4Runner. Thanks for the prompt reply. I'll let you know how it ends up.

[@SK-pf8qn]

You were right on! Thanks for your prompt reply, I purchased the TYTO harness locally and paid more but I couldn't wait due to a road trip in two days - after install no issues with harness fit. One issue still - the back up camera in your video was not available so I chose one similar. The wiring therefore was not exactly as in your video, a single video cord went from camera to HU, and the only other cord was a power cord that I spliced into back up light cluster. Figured the camera would get power when the reverse lights came on. I cannot get the image to come up on the HU - should I run a second wire from the HU to the power/backup camera junction? Any suggestions? Light green parking brake wire is not connected (didn't know where to wire it in) yet it does appear that the bypass it working, a video still plays when car is shifted out of P to R or Drive. Thank you for your assistance combined with your excellent videos I now have the HU I always wanted in time for a sweet road trip. Won't have to untangle myself from the wires that used to run from the triple cig lighter adapter all over the cabin to the electronic devices. You rock!

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Make sure your camera is getting power and ground, either from the reverse light or the red and black wire in the radio harness. Make sure the radio's reverse gear trigger wire is also hooked into that reverse light power, or a source that is hot when in reverse. I would check your connections.

[@SK-pf8qn]

Here's the wrap up. I ran a wire from the connection of the reverse light (which powered the back up camera) to the purple wire in the TYTO harness - as you say in your video. Still couldn't get a picture - took my 4Runner to an audio shop where they told me I just hadn't accessed the correct menu on the HU to turn on the camera. So the connections were correct and now that the camera is turned on in the HU it works perfectly! You guys rock. Secondly, my RDO radio needed the TYTO harness and once installed did not provide for using the steering wheel controls. I purchased an ASWC module from the same audio shop - connected the red, black and white wires - but got no sound and the controls didn't work. During the same visit to audio shop where they corrected the camera issue they rewired the module - I had not wired the green, orange and another color that were in the harness but the instructions didn't mention those wires and their connections. Bottom line: with less than an hour's help from the audio shop you guys were able to coach me through putting in all the items I wanted to make my 4Runner like new. My wife loves being able to watch a DVD while we drive on our road trips. Thank you so much for your videos and for responding to my questions to help me along the way, I hope that my stutter steps can help others too. Thank you!!

[@rubenespinosajr4553]

Where do you plug in the aux from the Crux Box? Where do you plug in the aux from the RCA cables?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

The Aux is already wired into the Crux harness, you don't need to plug it in. The Red / White RCA male ends will connect into your aftermarket radio's aux input. This retains the factory aux input in your toyota and makes it accessible on your radio's aux setting.

[@tommosocangialosi]

great video! ..question: does a full wiring harness (for aftermarket pioneer) exist for an 05 4runner with a jbl system? ..without soldering wires that is.. i've had difficulty finding anything online, but maybe i'm missing something..

[@johnculotta4586]

crutchfield.com

[@MrZakElrite]

What dash kit did you use? I’ve tried two different ones that are supposed to be for our 2003 4Runner and neither will fit inside the dash opening. They both sit behind it and push it out too far. TIA!

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

If you have the factory RDS radio, you probably want the Metra 95-8210 kit. If you don't, you would probably want to use the one we did in the video.

[@bwb619]

Great tutorial!! Thanks for posting this:)

[@johnsilva5335]

Help, if you can I followed everything and it checked out works great only issue is the cluster that shows how hi the heat is and the temperature outside is dimly lit on the driver side but regularly lit on the passenger side..

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

You have a bulb out. There are a few videos on youtube that show you how to replace the hvac bulbs.

[@johnsilva5335]

Provo Beast Audio Installation thank you!!

[@jediwebdude]

You mentioned adding a wire for a future amp install. What color wire did you connect it to?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

I added the distribution block and this block has a power side and a ground side. I connected the ground side to the same location where the ground of the amp was hooked up.

[@briando6027]

Installed 1300nex to 06’ 4runner using your vid exclusively. Super helpful. Only thing I can’t get to function anymore is the aux port in the armrest compartment? Not that it matters, but I like to have everything functional if possible. Thanks!

[@kadesmith3837]

So your wiring harness didn’t have the light green parking brake wire so what did you run it to

[@scottcrowell2792]

Same question here. It looks like it is connected to a black wire. No idea...

[@Jesus-fn6dr]

So I bought the Crux swrty-61s the non-jbl and the onlt harness that connected was the steering wherl controls the other two didnt, so i assume my suv is jbl so where would I get just those two harnesses?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Crux CS-TJ20 Wiring Interface is for the Amplified versions.

[@Boozerman24]

I know I'm late to this but did you have a problem with getting all of your wires connected? I purchased a Pioneer AVH-1330NEX and am wiring it to the Cruz harness like the one in the video. Do I wire the orange and the orange/white together? Also the yellow/black and blue (for antenna power) wire?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Yes, if that is the only orange wire on the crux harness, you will tie that to the orange white wire of the pioneer. The yellow / black is a mute, it won't be used so just cap it off. The blue wire (for power antenna) can just tie into either the blue / white wire of the radio, or the red (ignition) wire of the radio.

[@Boozerman24]

Provo Beast Audio Installation okay, thanks for the quick response

[@cloudflores9838]

About how much did u spend in total? And I have a Toyota 4 runner 2006 not sure what else is there but mine doesn't have the steering wheel controls. Is that something u can add or different model?

[@joefbtg28]

Awesome Video Man. Just bought a 4200NEX and excited to get it in. Can you clarify where the aux stereo connectors are and on which harness? and how the y splitter in the back of the stereo keeps factory aux jack location? Is that part of the Idata Maestro integration, as I didn't buy one. If it is the maestro, do you get engine and tpms readouts on the head unit with that? Thx.

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

We didn't choose the idatalink Maestro, just the Crux harness. If you check the description, we listed all we used there. The Crux harness we used retains the factory aux port in the center console, and the harness has two RCA male jacks from that factory aux. We used the RCA Female to 3.5mm Male adapter to plug into the rear aux input on the back of the new Pioneer. The idatalink Maestro would integrate the data readouts from the vehicle on the screen, if your model year 4runner is compatible.

[@ATLBABY24]

I have a question as to where the AUX input is in the vehicle. My gf has an 08 4 Runner and her AUX is ran what looks to be under the shifter. Is there an aux input behind the stereo?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

The aux input we retained was in the center console.

[@codyjohnston1717]

how did you hook up the two antennas to get FM stations?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

We only used the larger Motorola antenna for our AM/FM, all stations came in just fine.

[@lukeb9055]

Provo Beast Audio Installation thanks for uploading the vid, very helpful. Can you explain what you mean by the Motorola antenna? The deck I installed didn't come with an antenna or an adapter and the radio is not working (everything else seems fine). Do you have a pic of the antenna connection?

[@AillerySimon]

(please correct me if I'm wrong) Your stock HeadUnit has 2 antenna plugs at the back, which You can see on the video, when the head unit is pulled out. Therefore, you also have two antenna wires, which you can see hanging, wrapped into foam, at 9:15 in the video. According to what I've read, the stock HeadUnit is able to determine which antenna has the strongest signal and uses that one (never both at the same time to avoid interferences). As the Pioneer headunits only have one antenna plug at the back, ProvoBeast recommends to use only the bigger antenna wire. I am currently preparing the installation of a Pioneer AVIC-7200-NEX with a backup camera on my 07 Toyota 4runner, that's why I did ask myself the same questions, I don't want to be stuck in the middle of the installation, whereas the dashboard is in pieces. =>Thank you sooo much to ProvoBeast for all these videos, I am now pretty confident with the wiring and the installation :)

[@rfitzpatrickCO]

I just upgraded my 4th gen and was wondering the same thing. I only had one input for an antenna on my new Sony XAV-AX100, but I believe I have two antenna cables. Did you ever figure this out?

[@wilburhooks6691]

Great video. Will this same set up and equipment work for a 4th gen with jbl synthesis?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

The install will be very similar, however you will need a different wiring harness adapter. Use the vehicle fit guide and get 5% discount on all car audio items at www.sonicelectronix.com with coupon code ProvoBeast at Checkout.

[@limited1397]

Nice video. Thanks !

[@DMLeBeau]

What part of floriada are you in? I have a 2004 4Runner Sr5 and would like you to do this installation for me

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

We are in Utah.

[@masonmarcel1816]

Did you have to plug anything into your stock amp

[@icarruso89]

Crux SOHTL 20 is the that crux cs-tj20 ? I wanna replace the stereo in my runner 03, and i have that question.

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

To verify, just go to their website and use their fit guide to ensure you get the right harness for your trim level.

[@qgwueirbtbyo]

will this work on base model where the steering wheel does not have volume controls?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Yep, and rather than using the Crux adapter, just use the Metra 70-1761 since you do not have steering wheel volume controls.

[@qgwueirbtbyo]

@@ProvoBeastAudio awesome thank you

[@rickcranston9920]

Awesome video, just finished my non-JBL to a Pioneer NEX installation. Could not have done it without your video!! 1 question though. When I removed my stock radio, I unplugged 4 harnesses from the rear. My 61s harness only had 3 harnesses to plug back in. I reviewed your video and it appears you unplugged 4 also. What did you do with and what is the 4th one for? Everything seams to be working ok though. Thanks!!

[@xavierguerra6877]

I got a dual USB port but wouldn't play music to the stereo only charged my phone

[@te72garage]

I wired my pioneer521ex radio the same way to my 2005 4Runner with out jbl with the crux swrty 61s and I am not getting any power for it to turn on. do I have to run the red and yellow wire together?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

No, sounds like you have a blown fuse. Use a multi meter to see if you have constant 12v at the yellow, accessory on red, and check your ground. Wiring the yellow and red together will reset the radio each time you power down the radio. Check the fuse box.

[@te72garage]

@@ProvoBeastAudio I check all fuses that go to the radio and they are good.

[@te72garage]

Also used the same crux harness and the steering wheel controls are not working I wired up the red and yellow for now to see if the steering wheel controls work as well and they don’t think I have a bad crux harness box

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

@@te72garage I'd contact Crux directly.

[@robertalcala345]

Very very helpfull... Now it is 2018 and I want to install a AVH2300 NEXT pioneer due I have android and also several advantages it offers... Can I use the same set up for the AVH 2300? Does the interface used on this video would work fine with my new stereo? Thanks

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Yep, the same parts used in this video will work just fine for the 2300! In fact, if you are swapping pioneers, they may even have the same harness.

[@robertalcala345]

Provo Beast Audio Installation thanks

[@pvcannon2958]

Great video! Provo Beast...what radio would you recommend now for a 2007 4Runner? Is there a newer model of the Pioneer you installed? I want a back-up camera as well. Thanks!

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

THe AVH-1400NEX is the newest version of this radio, a great choice too.(Apple Carplay compatible).

[@mfri08]

Your videos are insanely helpful, very much appreciated!!! I installed the backup camera just like you showed; however, when I put the gear in reverse, the deck screen changes to the camera view and its a black screen saying that the image might be reversed and it wont show video from the camera. The light that is apart of the camera is on so there is power going to the camera. Do you have any troubleshooting ideas perhaps??

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

There are two different power sources. The power to the light for the license plate, and the power to the camera. The power to the camera needs to be either connected to the reverse light power, or a switched source thats on when the key is in.

[@action_JB]

I am trying to buy the dash kit that you used for my own 2001 Highlander and I was wondering exactly how wide are those dash kit pieces together?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

You need to use the factory brackets that hold the original radio, and these brackets from Metra also screw onto those brackets. The instructions that metra sends with the kit walk you through the installation process.

[@action_JB]

I have the original brackets but the head unit in my car is 7.75 in. wide and the aftermarket head unit I'm purchasing is only 7 in. wide. My question is, what is the width of the plastic pieces that come with the Metra 95-8202? I am asking this so that I know if buying this dash kit is right for me.

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

I show that the kit fits your car fine for a double din.

[@action_JB]

OK thanks. I was unaware that Double Din was a standard size.

[@brianfidler1123]

BEFORE you go unplugging anything, disconnect your battery and make sure you plug everything back in before reconnecting the battery. Test your new radio is step #1, using a 12v drill battery or leads off your car battery.

[@kurt13kurt13]

This video inspired me to buy and install an aftermarket unit for the this time. Before I order parts, is there anything different about an install if I have the JBL upgraded sound already? I watched your amp/sub install video. Will the factory amp have the same connections you installed in that video? Thanks!

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

The JBL system will require a different wiring harness but the dash kit will be the same. It all depends on your year 4runner so i would head over to www.sonicelectronix.com and use their vehicle fit guide to see what exactly you will need.

[@maxyboy9648]

i need help, for the center dash piece with A/C and passenger light i unplugged it entirely (negative battery disconnected) and put it back together turning back on the negative battery, was that bad? should i have left the piece plugged in the whole time?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

No, what was the issue?

[@nickgiles8241]

You should have added you need a y connector for antenna...factory harness has 2 antenna plugs coming off it and the head unit only has one spot for antenna

[@hunteradams6757]

I install a similar stereo, but the steering wheel controls aren't working. where did you plug it in at?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

What radio did you install? You need to plug the steering wheel control adapter into the wired remote (W/R) input on the rear of the vehicle. If it happens to be a Kenwood or JVC, that wire to be connected is found in the harness.

[@tristanthompson4857]

What color wire(from the car) is the steering wheel control?

[@bnguyen7687]

Can you change the button colors on this radio?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

yes