Honda CRV 2001 to 2006 how to replace radio simple step by step guide

Video shows how to remove factory radio and install a new aftermarket radio,also shows part numbers needed for adaptors.

[@Trabaron2A]

Useful guide, nice to see it done rather than just reading it, knowing what to expect. Cool !

[@francklafarge4840]

Real thanks, you save my life, it's realy more difficult on the 1997/2001 models...

[@stancombetreecareallyourga342]

Thanks buddy realy easy to follow vid ,I have learning difficulties, 👍 and you made my day now have crv with banging tunes 😀 👌 have good day sir 🙏💙💙

[@ScottLewis901]

Here I was hanging for the "and Bob's your uncle" :) Great video explanation. Thanks!

[@avenged8fold1]

Great guide, didn’t have a plastic spudger so I just used a flat blade screwdriver instead

[@duanechimoni6609]

Thanks...i have an after market newer radio. it came loose so i need to locate the side tabs to install the unit more securely. bought the vehicle used.

[@tippytipton777]

Saved me some time watching this thanks...🤘😝

[@Jovis8888]

Excellent instructional video. Thank you. Any ideas on fitting the/a DAB radio antenna?

[@kevinwebb8460]

Great video and informative on how to actually remove the radio and what wiring adaptions were required. My Honda cd radio is knackered controls are intermittent and losing channel so tried to fit a Sony after my mate gave me a cd radio he had spare. This one is obviously more modern than my 2004 Honda's as it has a USB port. After that it all is a little vague. I couldn't use the brackets on my Sony CD Radio there was no hole alignment and the two centering pins on the Honda brackets prevented any form of connection so had to scrap the whole project. I noticed there was no video of you attaching the brackets to your chosen stereo replacement how did yours connect so neatly?. Also the plastic shelf did not fit so flush even if the brackets had worked. So viewers beware it's not as straight forward as it looks.

[@StreetBladerBloke]

I had the exact experience, tried to install sony but there were no screw holes on the side. That is making me hunt for JVC like the one in the video but there are no pics of the sides on internet for any of them I looked so far. If someone has some model installed with bluetooth enabled out of the box with just the cable mentioned in the video, please let me know.

[@kevinwebb8460]

@@StreetBladerBloke Also be careful of the anti theft issue built in to the Honda radio, that has affected the central locking on other posts to Good luck if you find a good fit radio CD be pal and let me know mine has packed in altogether now, miss my Radio2 pop master when on the road. Cheers

[@StreetBladerBloke]

@@kevinwebb8460 thanks I have dropped the idea of putting a new stereo in. Instead got myself a decent Bluetooth speakers and now I directly connected to it. It is a perfect fit just in front of the extra space where the current radio is installed. I don't want to spend alot for just having a Bluetooth system

[@kevinwebb8460]

@@StreetBladerBloke cheers yeah I have been thinking that, what Bluetooth speaker did you get? I've got 2 already but they are big buggers need one like you said will fit neatly on dash

[@StreetBladerBloke]

@@kevinwebb8460 I have got after watching alot of reviews, it is tribit maxsound plus. It perfect in the space where the radio is. I also bought heavy duty Velcro from Amazon, stuck the strip under the speakers and it does the job keeping it down on the dash perfectly and lets me remove speakers whenever I like. Let me know if u wanna know more about this setup.

[@lewisscothron1740]

Can you recommend any cheap stereos with Bluetooth that will fit and or double din with screen that fits as easily ?? Thanks a lot!

[@JJGDZ07]

S4250BT

[@tiborbede8972]

You just made me laugh! :) I allways loose the screws like U did... great vid. Thx for it

[@Scotty926]

I have a 2002 crv do you know if our same connections are the same because my radio does look different to yours, and if they are different would that mean I would need a different radio as well ?Thanks in advance !

[@dievartthomas9924]

I tried to change the radio, was a success until the new one doesn’t work and the original one either! I checked fuse and are alright,l do you have an idea about what is wrong ? And also since I changed it I can’t lock and unlock the door with the key unless to do it manually...

[@steinar4844]

Great video and very helpful

[@queenshaw880]

Great info, easy until I tried screwing my aftermarket onto the bracket. I have holes that just about line up but there is no thread on the indented aftermarket holes and hence does not screw in. Ideas?

[@superu5er]

Unfortunately the Sony I just bought has recessed holes and the lugs that stick out of the Honda cage dont align and push the cage away from the stereo. Will have to have the lugs machined off and get longer M8 bolts.

[@harper9610]

Do steering wheel controls work ??

[@Deflepps]

Hi there, I have a very similar CRV. I'm looking to buy the Pioneer DMH-A240BT ( which you have reviewed). If I buy this alongside the adapter you mention, should it plug in and play? Will the steering wheel controls still operate too? Kind regards, Ben

[@Deflepps]

For anyone that's interested, it was a simple plug in and play with the adapter mentioned in this video.

[@Deflepps]

I bought a Kenwood stereo

[@StreetBladerBloke]

@@Deflepps what model did u buy?and from where? Thanks

[@gedohara1748]

Don't make the mistake of thinking these are Philips screws. They are actually JIS which is slightly different.

[@TruthLove333]

My 2006 CR-V EX has a different looking original radio, there’s no little shelf on the bottom, it’s buttons instead, I wonder if this type of aftermarket would still work. Anyone know?

[@davemason6981]

Brilliant, thanks mate.

[@aleskrajnc9650]

The PC2-68-4 adapter only makes the aftermarket radio work, you still need the additional adapter for the steering wheel commands, am I right?

[@PJsprojects]

@@aleskrajnc9650 Yes that’s correct 👍🏻

[@StreetBladerBloke]

Any recommendations please I tried to fit Sony dsx a410bt and it doesn't fit in the cage. I need a Bluetooth supported stereo thanks

[@robcrofts3815]

Hi great vid, would you know where the key1 and key2 wires would go from the connects2 stereo harness for the swc please?

[@chrisz.2362]

key1 and key2 are for steering wheel controls, if you don't have SWC, then you don't have to connect it to the harness.

[@stuebarb2024]

I just followed your video and installed an alpine CDE-W235BT Head Unit but the volume controls on the steering wheel don't work now, any ideas how to correct this? Thanks

[@PJsprojects]

Yes you will need to give your local car audio retailer your reg number so they can id the correct steering control interface for your car. These are needed on all vehicles with audio controls on or around the steering wheel.

[@BeothukRuins]

When you remove the stereo, will the vehicle still start without one? Or is anti theft linked only to the radio? I have a 2004 crv

[@PJsprojects]

Will still start in UK models, no idea for rest of world or imports I’m afraid

[@NATURALMYSTICMK]

Are all radios the same size ?

[@jonathanstempleton7864]

I think I'm going to have to do this myself because Halfords in Bristol are fucking useless. You have to book a day off work (because they don't work weekends) three weeks in advance after you've paid the full amount in advance. Not going back there again.

[@BAGGERIDGE1]

What about the steering wheel control do they work with that adapter

[@PJsprojects]

You will need a steering control interface, due to variations it’s best to give your reg number to a place like Halfords so they can look up the correct part number👍🏻

[@catearlinghaus3921]

"Never use a screwdriver" Uhh... Well... 😳

[@sikskillz2186]

great job. does that adapter work for double din radios?

[@PJsprojects]

Yes the cable adapter works for either size radio.

[@timsmith9401]

Cheers bro.

[@MrPolypor]

What about the alarm it is on my radio. Have to input security code.

[@mattisopen]

This is something that concerns me too. Great instruction video, but this is an important consideration. Have you now disabled the alarm system now permanently and does the security code no longer become an issue?

[@davidknowles2491]

I have a 2002 HRV which I've heard can accept a double din radio. Is this true?

[@meroqdh8408]

can you send me a link from the adapter cable ? ( AUTOLEADS) ?

[@bear5420]

My new radio won’t turn on I have everything plugged in correctly and everything

[@michellemultiverse]

Would this work for 2000 Honda CR-V?

[@JesusAlmira-rk5ci]

I replaced a radio with a stereo screen on a 2003 Honda crv ex sport but now the car lock and unlock for the key doesn't work

[@black-metal]

Man, thanks so so much for this!

[@lukascruzat51]

hi, how are you? can you tell me the exactly model of your radio please, i want to buy the same... and why you put that cable adapter? you could connect the radio directly or not?

[@PJsprojects]

The radio does not plug directly in so you will need the cable adapter. This is the radio being fitted - eu.jvc.com/mobile-entertainment/audio-receivers/KD-X252/

[@eustacevictor2177]

Is the connection standard on all stereo

[@PJsprojects]

Yes all aftermarket radios have what is called a standard iso connection.

[@sophiemoffatt323]

what year model is this car? cuz it’s the same as my dads and i have no idea what year his car is

[@PJsprojects]

I’m trade so deal with hundreds of cars each year, so sadly unless I specify in the video the exact year I have no idea.

[@julianmeiritz3574]

Would i be able to fit a 2 Din Radio in there?

[@margaretegan6303]

I have a double DIN 2004 CRV and if I get a new stereo single DIN can that work?

[@PJsprojects]

Yes, just ask wherever you buy the new radio from for a si gle din fascia converter.

[@TheElvisinspain]

Is this a double din your fitting

[@PJsprojects]

No it’s a single din.

[@yyungp4589]

If i plug my phone in that AUX port, will it work?

[@PJsprojects]

Yes should do unless it’s faulty.

[@kenjericaran6974]

Hi. Would a OEM stereo from an 07 crv fit in my 04 crv?? Seems like the same size.

[@lisaraeder1496]

Do you need a facia bracket for the aftermarket sterio?

[@PJsprojects]

You should be able to use the original radios side brackets to mount the new aftermarket one. All aftermarket radios come with lots of holes down each side so that you can line up the original brackets for a flush fit.

[@lisaraeder1496]

@@PJsprojects Thank you so much for your reply. 👍👍👍 great!

[@SISSYLincoln]

🎉

[@adrianoakes152]

Hi Do the steering wheel controls still work? Ta

[@PJsprojects]

No not without a steering wheel control interface,available from Ebay,Amazon and most car shops.

[@nicholasmandelin]

does anyone have any touchscreen recommendations for 2006 honda crv?

[@PJsprojects]

Pioneer new range hits the shops in the next couple of weeks or if your in a rush Pioneer 160 is well priced with a decent spec. Check the review video I did a while back.

[@Eligijus787]

Maybe you know dimensions for CR-v 2003?

[@michellelivingstone6464]

Even I could do this on my honda, I think 🤔 😅

[@crystalsanchez2300]

I said the same thing before the video even started

[@keltthomas8476]

I have this radio and I don't understand why it has a aux button but no aux input .

[@PJsprojects]

If you mean the original radio try checking for an aux in either the glovebox or the centre arm rest area.

[@keltthomas8476]

@@PJsprojects I've checked every inch of the car inside there is nothing in there

[@PJsprojects]

@@keltthomas8476 Just popped a post on the channel showing where it should be.

[@keltthomas8476]

@@PJsprojects I have a 2005 crv with the fold down table I'm currently sat in the car put a new radio in ot

[@keltthomas8476]

I put a new pioneer head unit I to it tonight took all of about 15 mins start to finish very simple and your video helped alot I think I'd still be fighting it if you didn't mention the first 2 screws under the center console . Much appreciated thank you

[@user-mc8he7dd2f]

Подскажите как слушать через аух?

[@benchapman8432]

Hi, great video, could you tell me please, if I was to purchase a double din, do I need to buy a fascia kit or can I use the original plates from my radio just without the lower tray. Cheers

[@PJsprojects]

You will use the original plates that are screwed to the sides of your factory radio.

[@BigMac98]

Would a touchscreen stereo fit in there? Please reply

[@PJsprojects]

Not a direct fit, no.