I spliced a usb cord and connected the red wire in the cord to the sub wires and then plugged that into the back USB port so when the unit powers up the usb port sends the 5 volt signal to the amp. Cheap fix..
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
Awesome tip!!! Thanks for watching!
@killinemsoftly50466 жыл бұрын
The radio I bought does not have a SUB port in the back. :( how else can I fix this issue?
@DavidA202005 жыл бұрын
2CarPros how do you get CarPlay? Where is the USB port to plug in your iPhone?
@jasonwiseman48944 жыл бұрын
I have an 07 xlt supercrew... Im trying fig out how to bypass stock amp without harness and cant fig it out anywhere
@logancausey96233 жыл бұрын
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@TheShuffleCouple11 ай бұрын
As a tech in the communication field an old phone tech taught me to put the solder iron under the copper and your fresh solder pressed on the top. Once the copper has reached the solders melting point it’ll just seep right in perfect solder every time 😍
@boomerpats556 жыл бұрын
The “dimmer” and “illumination” wires are not a difference in linguistics. Their purpose is to give power to the actual lighting of the head unit. The “dimmer” does exactly what the name hints to. It draws anywhere between 0V to 12V. It probably has a dimming setting you could change in the menu, depending on your preference. The “illumination” wire draws either 0V or 12V (On or Off). It doesn’t allow you to adjust the amount of light. Just in case anybody was curious. Overall great video! Thanks for the help!
@kikoleon89526 жыл бұрын
Just to be clear we CAN just put those together?
@tobiassjones4 жыл бұрын
I would line to know also
@boomerpats554 жыл бұрын
Yes, either should work with your system!
@jasonhauser45072 жыл бұрын
To clarify, older vehicles typically only lit the buttons when the headlights were on helping you see them at night. That wire is marked illumination. Newer head units dim and go into night mode so the screen doesn't blind you at night, this is marked dimmer. Seeing as illumination is powered when the headlights are on, connecting it to dimmer will dim your screen at night. So yes, you want to connect these wires.
@wheelchairwarrior723 жыл бұрын
Just my personal way of doing things. I use heat shrink tubing to cover the joints after I solder the wires. Thanks for a good easy to understand video. 👏👏👏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@luisforeal86763 жыл бұрын
The Unit I bought is a Pioneer Stereo and came with all the stuff yours came with. The trickiest part of the installation for me was the soldering. Although it looks awful, everything turned out working perfectly.. Thanks for the "in depth" tutorial!!
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Glad it worked out for you! Thanks for watching!
@adamhenkelman53514 жыл бұрын
Love how you went through the trouble to solder connections and then electrical tape over instead of heat shrink.
@2carpros4 жыл бұрын
Had electrical tape. Didn't have heat shrink. Thanks for watching!
@robertw18713 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros Honest answer, we’ve all done it…. Most of us know what kind of nightmare that’ll be down the road… hopefully it won’t leave you stranded when she fails…
@S00Satisfying3 жыл бұрын
I’ve done mine with wire nuts in the past and they still haven’t failed…. I’m pretty sure adams head unit is gonna do more than fine….
@TheSunPatron Жыл бұрын
It’s generally going to be okay, but the way professionals do it, and the way 50+ years of human learning about electrical connections go, the best possible interconnect for stranded wire is going to be a crimp style splice with a heat shrink moisture seal. If the wire is solid, it is better to solder with a heat shrink moisture seal. This is straight from IPC technical guidelines.
@matthewstaats49095 жыл бұрын
Just a tip about the rca there is a left and right subwoofer connection on the back of the stereo both of them will hook up red goes on red and white goes on white it even says it on the back of your stereo
@coolhandluketoo6 жыл бұрын
Great video very clear on how to! Doing an install on my 04 and wasn’t sure those parts fit my truck just ordered them from amazon....thanks again
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
@caseycooper56154 жыл бұрын
Just my 10¢ for soldering vs. connectors. Soldering is a mechanical connection, not electrical; solder even increases resistance. Manufacturers use double wall adhesive lined heat shrink as electrical tape slides off from the heat. Seen it happen more than once. When used with proper crimpers, crimp connectors make excellent connections. Ever notice all the pins in the OEM connector housings are crimped? My favorite is heat shrink crimp splices and connectors. The crimp makes a good electrical connection and the heat shrink provides strain relief and environmental protection. In 20 years as a marine electrician, I have yet to see one fail. Use the red (22-18 AWG) splice for this application, crimp with good crimpers, the hit with a heat gun. Almost as clean as solder, but electrically and mechanically sound.
@gregthoms52322 жыл бұрын
40 years working on cars. I agree with you on heat shrink but soldering these connections works just fine and really does not increase resistance appreciably. Even my battery connectors are soldered.
@winstonbower12365 жыл бұрын
Thanks man with your help I was able to do exactly the same. You taught me something new.
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@felipecardoso56282 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I’ve just installed my new stereo following those steps. Appreciate it!
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear! Thanks for watching!
@thediyguy66953 ай бұрын
Very helpful and very detailed, answered a lot of question I have even though I’m installing a pioneer this video helped me out much more than the info I found online. Thank you sir, I subscribed as well!
@mikebas73253 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the in depth process, very nice clean install by the way. Now I will tackle mine.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
You got this! Thanks for watching!
@seanvelasquez50702 жыл бұрын
You guys are legit best channel! Appreciate y’all merry Christmas
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Merry Christmas!
@wYaCo815 жыл бұрын
Thanks for step-by-step, ESPECIALLY the sizes of the battery nut and stereo screws to remove and reinstall those parts 👍👍 Details like that are VERY MUCH appreciated.
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
Very cool, thanks for watching!
@HowardOchs6 жыл бұрын
Great video! Installing same unit in my 2006 F150 after Christmas, this was a big help! Thanks for sharing.
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
Nice! You will love it! I have been using it and it is my favorite head unit. Thank you for watching!
@ytoal5 жыл бұрын
Going to install Pioneer FH-S701BS in my Pastors 2005 F-150, very good video, will use for the install!
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
@prestieb2 жыл бұрын
Very informative and well filmed video. Thanks for taking the guess work out of this procedure for all of us replacing our NFG factory head units.
@omarhernandez19814 жыл бұрын
If you are going to solder please be sure to heat up the wire being soldered and then let the solder actually melt on the wire not the other way around.
@ApEsXiT4 жыл бұрын
yeah no kidding. for a 'car pro' this is rediculously wrong.
@dkrawk83093 жыл бұрын
Dear people. The objective of this video has fascinated me. Why? I will tell You a story. Back years let's say 8-10, I have purchased a 2004 F150 Lariat, white with gold flares and bumpers, on tan leather. It was dirty, it was dusty, it had both exhaust manifold leak, it had one side step bar missing, it had one fog light broken. BUT, it had a stereo that said "SHAKER 1000" on it. Back then I did not know what that actually ment, but I knew that, that stereo is the absolute best stereo that my ears have ever heard, but there is more than just hearing, it was a stereo that You could feel. It was an experience that NO OTHER CAR PROVIDES. So I sold the truck. People who bought it, were the happiest people on Earth that day. And I did not know why at that time. As years went by, I wanted a Lariat. White one, nice one, with that stereo.....So Lord sent me a lead. 2008 Lariat, white, chromed all around, tan leather. it was the most gorgeous looking F150 that I have seen in my life. Bought it.......got in it.........touch screen.....crap, have to hit screen 10 times to get it to work, sounds like 1987 Hyundai accent, no sub, no feelings, no emotions.........sold it. zero regrets. 3 days ago.........2004 Lariat, white with gold on tan, no shaker 1000 BUT sub under the rear seat. This truck........I do not want to insult it, by calling it a truck, it is so much more. When you listen to music, it is like hearing for the first time, and not just hearing it, but feeling it. So the moral of this long post is, whatever stereo this chap put it, did not make it better I can not imagine. Stock Ford(SHAKER, PIONEER, AUDIOPHILE) stereo systems, have a soul. And only other cars that I can think of that have a soul are 2007 style MB C-Class, BMW E39, BMW E46, BMW E36. And MAYBE I could throw 2010ish Charger
@sgageg17 жыл бұрын
Like the video. Why tape and not heat shrink tubing?
@2carpros7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! You could use heat shrink nothing wrong with that. I just have electrical tape.
@tony5tark6 жыл бұрын
Thats what i was thinking
@catmechanic12615 жыл бұрын
heat shrink would have been the "professional" way of doing it.
@joshuaghiroli25133 жыл бұрын
Soldiering and not heat shrinking doesn't make sense to me. I'd personally opt for the butt connectors over soldiering if I wasn't heat shrinking.
@midnightmtb6 жыл бұрын
nice I like that head unit, I'm watching these types of videos bc I'm planning on buying a 04 in 2 months
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
It is pretty sweet I have been using it for while now and I really like it. Thank you for watching! I love my 05 for over 2 years now.
@michaelb63146 жыл бұрын
I just installed it in my 08 f150 and it is awesome. I have no complains however the steering wheel controls where a hassle and I still have yet to figure it out.
@frantruck9195 жыл бұрын
2CarPros does it have Bluetooth? Can you listen to music from your phone and connect to the truck speakers?
@AZVolunteer665 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Helped me with my install.
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@nathankritzan28355 ай бұрын
Man thanks for the video I have a 2008 Ford f150 lariat and it's the exact same everything's the same as your truck my why is it the same color everything the same I even got the speaker under the back seat with the amp and I couldn't find a video like yours and everybody keeps saying it's not the red and yellow and the black and yellow wire when that's the two wires that I have in my truck too thanks
@gregthoms52322 жыл бұрын
I do advise using heat shrink tubing over the soldered joints. Cleaner and the doesn't come loose to short something out. I do ALL my auto electrics this way.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Yep it's the better way to go. But I didn't have heatshrink and I had to get it done right then. Thanks for watching!
@goneballistic8 ай бұрын
this is a great video, thanks for posting it.
@2carpros8 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for watching!
@jessr.17285 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for posting this! And I’m glad it’s not just my truck that makes that funny door creaking noise when you first turn on the truck
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! That is the blend door actuator, not too bad to replace, just haven't done it yet.
@jessr.17285 жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me know what it is :)
@JAKE39143 жыл бұрын
thanks for a great video!! thats my exact F150.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching!
@jesussaves72616 ай бұрын
Awesome video! One question I hooked everything up but the truck didn’t have the factory wiring harness plugs so I wired it right to the radios and everything work except when I put it in drive and start moving it turns the radio off any ideas?
@AdamsLeatherWorks6 жыл бұрын
LOL - your AC blend gate makes the same sound mine does. Great video!
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
Seems to be a Ford thing. Thanks for watching!
@DanielAlvarado-sv9rk6 жыл бұрын
Oh good I thought I was the only one lol
@ghilliemanreviews5 жыл бұрын
Hey man I got a 2004 F150 Lariat 4x4 crew cab. Comes with steering wheel controls. What model would I need so I can still use those controls? I want to keep them working since they’re a nice feature!
@Random_Error5 жыл бұрын
I'd be interested in finding that out myself.
@caitlind42813 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you for making it! Would you happen to know where I can get the harness that supports the steering wheel controls, and which one it is. Thanks for all the help!
@tuckert78833 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
No problem!
@havenasp Жыл бұрын
mmmmm gotta love that sound of the defroster blend door
@tmulliganii015 жыл бұрын
Great video! As a result have decided to DIY this for the Sony 1000 model, was great having links to the require harness and bezel. Thanks!
@towtruckaj5 жыл бұрын
The connectors are by far better and easier, if you are worried about connection they even make connectors that have solder all the way around the middle of the connector put the wires in overlapping crimp the side then hit it with a torch to melt the solder and shrink the heat shrink tubing on the connector and solder cools very quickly because it’s so small it’s touchable seconds after soldering it may be hot still but unless you grab it and hold on I don’t think you’ll be burning yourself.
@lsp01074 жыл бұрын
Great no BS video!!!
@ptlump4 жыл бұрын
I just installed a Pioneer DMH1500nex head unit in a 2006 F150. (no subwoofer) You spent a lot of time on the wiring and soldering and (in my opinion) left out or glossed over a few really important things. First, you do have to cut off the rear tabs of the side panels of the Metra face kit. It says to in the instructions but it is not clear what is meant. I could see you had done that in the video, but you never said why. (unless I missed it) The more you cut off the easier it is to install the head unit. Second, you may or may not need the spacers. In my case, the spacers made it impossible to replace the center trim panel after installation. Regardless of what the instructions say try it without the spacers first. Third, the 4 screws that come with the Metra kit to attach the unit to the vehicle are longer than the screws with the stock unit to accommodate the spacers. However, the collar on the head of the screw is small. Since the Metra face kit is plastic if you tighten too hard the head of the screw will drive into the plastic and you will never get it out. This happened to me but Crutchfield sent me a new Metra kit. I recommend using a washer on the screw. (And Metra should change this screw design) Finally, the unit has to be centered when mounted. Otherwise, the trim panel will not go back in. Nobody wants a head unit that rattles so the temptation is to really tighten those mounting screws. Just don't tighten them too hard.
@MustangFourSix11 ай бұрын
So I got a 2004 F150 fx4 Issue is : Stereo won't turn off I have to manually turn it off I matched all wires to corresponding colors any idea witch wires I should focus on so it turns off witch one is the switch wire ? On stick harness ? And on stereo harness. I connected blue / white wire to the 2 blue n white wires with the 2 av plugs that aren't being used
@thenetwerx6 жыл бұрын
Cool video. Very helpful. BTW, I noticed when you turned on the truck you have the same creaking noises coming from the A/C system that I have. Have you ever found a fix for that?
@EdgarMendezz5 жыл бұрын
Lol same. But the sound went away for some reason. Maybe just clean your air intake filter? I try to keep my engine and everything else clean
@GManKeepsltReal2 жыл бұрын
You need to heat up the wire first then the solder, otherwise you’ll have cold soldering joints….try it, you see the solder seep deep into the wire
@WmTRiker5 жыл бұрын
14:13: Actually that third connector goes to the Rear Entertainment Center, which is an optional DVD player which mounts in the overhead console track, and/or the satellite radio receiver.The steering wheel controls are via two wires on the main power harness (pins 18 and 19).
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
Interesting, thank you for the info!
@alexcr43875 жыл бұрын
So. Means that the rear entertaiment wont work? Thats sucks.
@WmTRiker5 жыл бұрын
@@alexcr4387 I apologize for not looking closely at the wiring diagram. I saw speaker connections on this plug and thought they went to the REC. They don't. They go to (or, actually, _come from_ ) an Audio Input Jack, if you've got it (which would not be functional if this connector is not used). It is my understanding that this jack was not installed until 2007 (which would explain why my 2006 does not have it...). It looks like the REC would still work, but would not be able to communicate with the head unit via the databus as these wires also go through this "B" connector. Since my truck does not have the REC, I don't know for certain exactly what information is communicated between the head unit and the REC via the databus. FYI, If you have the REC, the front speakers are connected directly to the head unit via the main ("A") connector, and the rear speakers are connected to the head unit through the REC (disconnecting the connector from the REC would disconnect the rear speakers).
@alexcr43875 жыл бұрын
Well mine is a 2008 with dvd and tv entertaiment. So i havent change my head unit cuz i didnt know if it will continue working.. but since my systen works great and sound great to. The only think is the screen that ama be looking. Touch 7 inch. U know. Other wise im still ok with my stock system. Thanks for replaying..
@williamscott27083 жыл бұрын
ThaNk you ..it helped me alot
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@Genera1Smok35 жыл бұрын
Great video!! Been very helpful! But I’m trying to help my old man with this, Best Buy gave him the 70-5519 harness instead of the 70-5521. Haven’t dug in yet but was wondering if that’s compatible? His is a 2008 F150 king ranch
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, I would take the head unit out and look at it. I think it might be the wrong one just because that wide electrical connector is typically the connector for Fords of this era. You can also double check on Amazon, they have a great parts selector on there. Thanks for watching!
@Genera1Smok35 жыл бұрын
2CarPros I was going to edit my post, spaced it. I had taken the unit out and it was definitely wrong. Lol all good we got the right one shortly after. Thanks for the guide & quick replies, much appreciated! 🤙
@wheelchairwarrior722 жыл бұрын
Overall a good video but I cringed when I saw the taped up splices. I always use heat shrink tubing to cover any splices like that. Other than that you did a great job. 👍👏👏👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Did have heat shrink, did have tape. Sometimes you use what you got. Thanks so much for watching!
@brendanmcmurrer27306 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. If you were to have just taped off the end of the parking brake wire and bundled it up out of the way, would that have had a different effect?
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
Some features would not be available in the head unit. Thanks for watching!
@thomaskeithriehl3 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!
@redneck_rattlesnakerebelti46538 ай бұрын
Did it work with your steering wheel controls??
@riderordonez32233 жыл бұрын
I like your video,I got 97 f150 I want to install new radio,do you have any video about how install
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Rider! I don't have that video as of now but make sure you are subscribed in case I ever get one in.
@mrkingJA3 жыл бұрын
Only thing I would recommend is put some heat shrink tube over the solder!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Yeah heatshrink is better but I had tape and it had to get done that day. Thanks for watching!
@iamkazie94014 жыл бұрын
Great video however I purchased my Kenwood excelon from crutchfield I ordered the plug and play harness from them all wires were soldered and heat shrinked and it was only $19 already wired I bought four Kenwood speakers that match up to that head unit (our 07 is a super crew) and changing the speakers equally as easy crutchfield has great prices and customer service
@austinklose63874 жыл бұрын
do you have a link for this?
@jfrankie806 жыл бұрын
Do u have a video on the steering wheel stereo controls how to connect them
@daleharrison1875 жыл бұрын
if you have a f150 that needs SWC you can use the PAC audio SWC unit here is a link www.carid.com/2005-ford-f-150-stereo-installation/pac-steering-wheel-control-316790561.html
@thomaskeithriehl3 жыл бұрын
@@daleharrison187 Do you have an updated link for this item?
@winstonbower12365 жыл бұрын
Do I need the extra amp harness? Or could I tie the turn on wire directly to the head unit harness then connect rca to the back of the head unit ? Thanks
@cesarvelasco6410 Жыл бұрын
Quick question, what wire harness would you recommend if i wanted to keep the steering wheel controls, along with the factory subwoofers and all of the controls, on this same vehicle?
@XD45OWNER6 жыл бұрын
Heat shrink is your friend 😉
@douglashanlon19755 жыл бұрын
yup was gonna say that too...touch it with some liquid electrical tape ...the slide the piece of shrink you put on before soldering and you have not just safe but moisture proof too
@markdimaano24752 жыл бұрын
Hi, just wanna ask what is the radio head unit you put on your Ford, gonna order one. Just wanna ask too if it’s fit on my 2007 Ford F-150 lariat triton? Thank you so much
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Link is in the description! Yep it will fit if you order the fit kit along with it! Thanks for watching!
@markdimaano24752 жыл бұрын
What size should I get? 6.2” or 7” which one fits?
@markdimaano24752 жыл бұрын
Pls reply
@Joseph-wu7vm4 жыл бұрын
love the video and instructions are great but are there any cheaper radios that have a similar or same wiring harness as the sony? thanks
@2carpros4 жыл бұрын
So every new head unit will come with a harness that will be able to be soldered into the harness I used. Thanks for watching!
@Joseph-wu7vm4 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros thanks, i found a Kenwood that'll work with the wiring harness you used
@maksincere73834 жыл бұрын
orange illumination: turns display on/off orange dimmer: allows dimming by manipulating the 0-12v
@josephdossantos21552 жыл бұрын
Did you get a humming noise from your sub on this install? I used the 12v to 5v transistor to eliminate the thump.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Nope. Just the thump on start up. I need to do the transistor trick though. Thanks for watching!
@waynecraft5318 Жыл бұрын
Only one mistake you should always and I mean always use heat shrink soldering is a must when you're installing a new headset into your vehicle what are the truck or not you must always use tape tennis unravel in the then you're going to have problem with bare wires
@JavierHernandez-dv8lx3 жыл бұрын
Where can I get a wiring harness that connects to the steering wheel buttons
@Tom-bo2wj2 жыл бұрын
2 things. Why go through all the trouble to solder wires and not use heat shrink. Also I have seen post about disconnecting the air bag light with power may cause a computer error is that true.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Didn't have any and the job had to be done that night. No not on this truck. Thanks for watching!
@nateheiderscheit83375 жыл бұрын
Hey man will that radio setup you just put in work in a 2004 f150??
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
It sure will! Thanks for watching!
@ADHD_Gamer Жыл бұрын
7:18 - what wire are you hooking up for the sub? Is that blue? My adapter has a blue wire left( on the grey adapter), But I am wondering if that is the antenna?
@glenacord2 жыл бұрын
You didn't say how to remove the antenna cable from the old radio, nor is it shown. My cable doesn't want to come loose. What did you do, just pull really hard? Is there a secret to get it to release which you didn't mention?
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Mine just pulled right out. I didn't see a safety or anything. There isn't a secret. Thanks for watching!
@glenacord2 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros Thanks for replying. Apparently mine was really stubborn. I pulled harder and it popped out. Sorry if my original comment had a snarky tone. I guess I was frustrated, because I'm always afraid of breaking something if I have to pull harder than expected. Thanks for making this helpful video!
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
@@glenacord Happens! Don't even worry about it. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!
@vengancetastesgood3 жыл бұрын
What was the purpose of the wiring harness you bought?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
It interfaces the stock Ford wiring harness with the aftermarket Sony harness for the new head unit. Thanks for watching!
@maddoxbolyard1335 Жыл бұрын
With the updated radio unit that doesn’t have the controls on the side do I still need the double din connection piece to downsize hole
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
Yes. Thanks for watching!
@syed6762 Жыл бұрын
Hello dear can you tell witch model of radio can I use for ford focus?
@carternisely86473 жыл бұрын
Any ideas on my anti theft? It is connected to the radio and it is prevents my truck from being able to start I’ve went over all the wires like 6 times
@dannydlowbikertv4 жыл бұрын
Always heat shrink your wires after soldering them, tape is for amuturs. Cleaner and more professional, but otherwise a good install and video.
@macalla19964 жыл бұрын
I must argue with you on this one. Think about it if that's all you have on standby. A lot of people don't have access to a soldering iron, rosin core solder, flux, heat shrink, electrical tape and Tessa tape. Yes I understand the video was kind of harsh to watch but we can't tell people what to do and how to do it. we can only show them the right direction if they want to do it their way that's their way more power to them we can't sit there and Bash people because they're doing it wrong or OMG WTF. If it's not our vehicles then oh well we're just watching someone else work there skills on KZbin. And I'm sure a lot of people got angry of the fact that he did not Tesa tape his wires as well or use a Y adapter for the subwoofer inputs. So yeah if something goes wrong that he did it's on him.
@dannydlowbikertv4 жыл бұрын
@@macalla1996 arguing with your self.
@macalla19964 жыл бұрын
@@dannydlowbikertv Umm ok?
@jeffreyrigged2 жыл бұрын
the parking brake wire is a ton easy if you just ground it with the radio ground fyi
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
That is what I was eluding to. It's just not technically legal. Thanks for watching!
@jeffreyrigged2 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros its actually not illegal. the manufacturers do this so you wont go out watch a movie while driving then sue them when you are a being a idiot lol. that said a passenger can access whatever whenever.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
@@jeffreyrigged In my state it definitely illegal to install a radio without that ground wire running to a park source. My buddy has a company installing these things and that's what he told me so I'm inclined to believe him. Thanks for watching!
@jeffreyrigged2 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros (a) A person may not operate a motor vehicle if a television receiver, a video monitor, a television or video screen, or any other similar means of visually displaying a television broadcast or video signal that produces entertainment or business applications is operating and is located in the motor vehicle at any point forward of the back of the driver's seat, or is operating and visible to the driver while driving the motor vehicle. (a-5) A person commits aggravated use of a video device when he or she violates subsection (a) and in committing the violation he or she was involved in a motor vehicle accident that results in great bodily harm, permanent disability, disfigurement, or death to another and the violation was a proximate cause of the injury or death. (b) This Section does not apply to the following equipment, whether or not permanently installed in a vehicle: (1) a vehicle information display; (2) a global positioning display; (3) a mapping or navigation display; (4) a visual display used to enhance or supplement the driver's view forward, behind, or to the sides of a motor vehicle for the purpose of maneuvering the vehicle; thats illinois and california is the same again not illegal just illegal to access it while in motion for the driver. owner of the vehicle is liable if they do. but with civil suits i get why they make it this way.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
@@jeffreyrigged Sounds like it's not technically illegal but could be interpreted as such. I'm still going to tell people not to do it. I don't want to be liable.
@albertoflores34093 жыл бұрын
Would this still work and fit if you used the Sony XAV-AX1000 6.2”?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Sure will. Thanks for watching!
@JohnnyDangles862 жыл бұрын
What if theres 3 wires on the radio and only one of the same color on the harness do you marry them? I have three black on the unit and one on the harness
@AlkaiserNeo8 ай бұрын
What size are the screws that go on the side of the radio?
@SamAdams553 жыл бұрын
Any tips on the best way to test if the harness is fried when replacing a non-working factory head unit?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Just test the radio fuse and inspect the wires for damage or shorting. Thanks for watching!
@im7ofseven5 жыл бұрын
I just installed a Pioneer AVH 1400NEX in my 2005 F-150. I followed all the instructions in the video but I'm not getting any audio. Also, the volume is going up by itself until I unplug the ASWC-1, then it stops. And, after sitting for a couple minutes trying to figure things out an "Amp Error" message pops up on the screen. What have I done???
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
Double check your wiring job. Sometimes it is tricky to see the thin black line on wires. Also make sure it is grounded properly. Thanks for watching!
@williamtsol6367 жыл бұрын
Does the black line on the wire mean its negative ? Thanks !
@2carpros7 жыл бұрын
Yes it does! Thank you for watching!
@breci7665 жыл бұрын
Why do i hear a distannt buzzing noise and the screen dimmers on and brightens up with different tones of the buzzing. Also gets louder when i drive it?
@douglashanlon19755 жыл бұрын
are you charging a cell phone?
@xaviercorrea88664 жыл бұрын
How do you connect the transistor on the remote wire?
@Thaboytony4 ай бұрын
are ur steering wheel radio buttons working, cruise control as well
@2carpros4 ай бұрын
Everything but the radio part of the steering controls work. Thanks for watching!
@Thaboytony4 ай бұрын
@@2carpros I saw that the radio buttons aren't working because you didn't connect them, but my car cruise control buttons are not working and I have no idea why, any suggestions? they don't even respond when I click em
@2carpros4 ай бұрын
Maybe you blew a fuse when you put the new radio in?
@Thaboytony4 ай бұрын
@@2carpros do you know what fuse I have to check?
@joshuapearson73163 жыл бұрын
I have no sound coming from the speakers and no beeps coming from the radio also. Any idea?
@615taz3 жыл бұрын
I bought a 7in touch screen redio for a 06 f150 i hope it works
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
It should! Thanks for watching!
@ziggyzack083 жыл бұрын
My 08 has aux located on the dash. Can the factory aux harness be taken out and installed in a 06 with the 08 factory stereo? (Swap a 06 factory without aux for a 08 factory with aux)
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I believe so yes. I am pretty certain the plug is the same. Thanks for watching!
@Blanco1505 жыл бұрын
Did all your steering wheel buttons work after installing the sony?
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
No, but there is supposedly a module that you can install to make them work again. I just haven't put it in yet. Thanks for watching!
@lestergeez43492 жыл бұрын
You made it look easy!! Everything took multiple attempts when I tried- and it and ended up not working in the end. The unit didn't even light up! Could be missing a ground wire.... (or a professional installer) LoL
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Keep at it, I'm sure you will get it! Thanks for watching!
@yannickbourassa25565 жыл бұрын
can you tell us what kind of transistor you put on the blue wire to stop the popping sound ?
@Charles-jt3kk3 жыл бұрын
I just recently put a radio similar to this in my 08 f150 and the rear speakers where extremely quiet what did I do wrong
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I would check the connections and radio balance settings. Thanks for watching!
@zlaw06 жыл бұрын
Do you have to install the microphone? Im not sure if my head unit even comes with one, but it seems kind of complicated and I was wondering if its completely necessary
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
Not at all! Some head units have a mic built in to the face of it and some don't have one at all. If yours doesn't have a mic on the face and it came with a mic you may need to install it for voice function to work. If you don't care about voice function then you don't need it. Thank you so much for watching!
@benthorup11123 жыл бұрын
Is the wire harness you linked to Sony specific or can it be used as shown with another brand stereo with a similar model year F150?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
It can be used with a different brand of radio yes. It is bespoke to the truck not the head unit. Thanks for watching Ben!
@benthorup11123 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros thanks, great video btw!
@brandonfn36782 жыл бұрын
Velcro is for cable management
@justin64343 жыл бұрын
I’m confused on what to buy for a radio since the sony one you linked is not available
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Any double din unit will work but I updated the link in the description to the newer version of my unit. Thanks for watching!
@justin64343 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros awesome thank you! And great video, I just bought my brothers F150 same year as the one in video and the radio hasn’t worked for years lol. But I need my tunes while driving, you’ve been a great help for that!
@DragNetJoe6 жыл бұрын
Heat shrink tubing FTW.
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
It is the best! Thanks for watching!
@tmulliganii015 жыл бұрын
I installed similar Sony model (1000) and everything works but the unit does not shut off when I turn the car off. What did I do wrong?
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
Sounds like the wiring for the harness is incorrect. Double check where you wired to what. Thanks for watching!
@tmulliganii015 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros Thanks for replying. I am just an idiot and forgot that the radio wont shut off until you open the door or 10 minutes elapses....
@kalwillis87176 жыл бұрын
lol did you have everything pre done 🤙🏾
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
What do you mean?
@kalwillis87176 жыл бұрын
like did you have everything already taken off before you started the video
@videovegasboyer4664 жыл бұрын
What is a good price for a modern stereo system?
@2carpros4 жыл бұрын
The one I like is 400 bucks or so. Thanks for watching!
@camxtron5 жыл бұрын
Do you think wiring the parking brake wire to the ground wires on the wiring harness would work?
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
While I can't officially say to do that. It would work really well yes. ;) Thank you for watching!
@IMTHATKIDJIT4 жыл бұрын
I have an 06 f150 will the harness and mount fit for my 7 inch kenwood double din radio ?
@2carpros4 жыл бұрын
It sure will. Thanks for watching!
@sam-y8t6 жыл бұрын
Were you drying shoes during filming?
@2carpros6 жыл бұрын
Sorry about that! Heavy jacket. Thanks for watching!
@sam-y8t6 жыл бұрын
2CarPros Haha!
@iHaSTe13 жыл бұрын
Hey, can you use your steering wheel controls with this radio ?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Not without a module that makes it work. There are a few companies online that claim they make one that works but I haven't had any luck. Thanks for watching!
@mikebouliane68075 жыл бұрын
What if you don’t have the subwoofer? What do you connect the blue/white wire to?
@2carpros5 жыл бұрын
You don't have to connect it to anything if you don't have a sub. Thanks for watching!