How To Install an Aftermarket Car Radio with Bluetooth

[@ryanhelder]

Good video, but IMPORTANT NOTE!!! not all vehicle wire harnesses are color coded. best way to do it is by using your owners manual from the radio and from the harness. they will each tell which wire goes to what. match up the wires based on what they send signal to (front right speaker to front right speaker, front left speaker to front left speaker, etc...)

[@NotPeteWentz]

thank god you posted this, somebody stole my car radio and now I just sit in silence ): thanks for this video man

[@CarsNToys]

+Not Pete Wentz Bummer dude. Glad to help

[@brookemontano9182]

There's no escaping twenty one pilots god damnit

[@NotPeteWentz]

+Brooke Montano I WAS WAITING FOR SOMEONE TO UNDERSTAND

[@ComfyShortz]

+Not Pete Wentz It's best to put in a cheap radio that no one would want to steal something like a Polarlander.

[@NotPeteWentz]

ComfyShortz can i still play my twenty one pilots CDs

[@Josh_Stuchbery]

This is so helpfull, mycar is silent just like i wanted

[@ChrisWolfe31]

You lost me at the soldering part ...

[@technicalerror1905]

you dont need to solder. just put on the heat shrink tubes

[@sharifsircar]

Yes, you need to solder them on, the heat shrink is just for insulating the wire lol Ps Soldering is pretty easy, just get a cheap kit off eBay and do some practising

[@patrikabraham]

Unfortunately that is a very common cause of cars catching fire, it's always better to solder.

[@k5blzr894]

Preston Routh that's what i do now, i just got my licence and i was wondering if the black tape thing would last

[@angelo1young5]

patrikabraham n poo a

[@streamsniper0950]

Man said circumference

[@jonahreycroft8370]

tell me how i was about to make a comment about this

[@TanTran-gn6hj]

You just helped me save $70 for not coming to GeekSquad. Thank you :)

[@rileydenning4335]

and I thought getting into vaping was confusing

[@platinumskull6932]

Riley Denning HAHAHA

[@Raysandeater]

Riley Denning think about it you need to know ohms, resistance, and voltage 😂

[@Wildboyjory]

I’m dead

[@cobygaurin4596]

@@Raysandeater ohms is resistance ya dork

[@alissontoledo6804]

🤣🤣🤣🤣bruh

[@user-tc6pm2bt2o]

Everybody installing this 2din or any other 2din, you have to get a 15v to 12v constant buck drop down converter. test the wires coming from your cars stock for voltage, watts, and amps for when you turn the key on, when you crank the starter, and when the engine is running, to get the feedback from the running alternator. The alternator puts out a higher voltage than the battery, this is to power your car and keep the battery charged. your cars stock radio may have this already installed in it. Your aftermarket radio may not, depending on what country of manufacture and types of vehicles it was originally modeled for. don't install this radio without researching this first. That pop you get in your subs when shutdown or start up of vehicle is the residual surge. If you have an amp it would be a good idea to add a regulator. this would ensure the life and quality of your system.

[@wandabannerman]

Great step by step, I am going to attempt to do this. I was a little worried about the safety issues but you covered them.

[@dubiousjesse]

So simple. My boat's single din kenwood stereo fried so hopefully I just have to plug in the new one like this. Awesome video!

[@CarsNToys]

Dubious Jesse Thanks! Appreciate it.

[@mantequilladecacahuate7581]

I liked it better when my car had sound.

[@doggo2545]

did someone steal you car radio?

[@mantequilladecacahuate7581]

gay is cool yes, and now I just sit in silence

[@Josh_Stuchbery]

mee tooooo ;D (im lying-its a joeke) but im nt joking

[@RalphGrey-bc8kt]

Mantequilla de Cacahuate mom

[@neillmaxwell6364]

Fake Doggo I wonder if josh ever needs a car radio

[@rmblwgn]

I didn't realize people were so inept and bummy. Everyone has to learn before they can do something but on so many of these videos half the comments are like, "WELP thanks for showing me that I should never try to do this". Maybe I'm an oldschool kind of guy raised by a masculine father but I pride myself in attempting to learn new useful skills.

[@TheBritishGamer]

This is the best video I found about this topic

[@careycarter]

The only thing that would have made this video better is if you put a link to crutchfield in the description. Great job!

[@CarsNToys]

+Carey Carter Thanks..glad to help!

[@user-xv1hs6xm7l]

That's what I'm in the comments section checking for, lol

[@GlobalDesignHD]

Why disconnect the battery terminal tho? It isn't powered when the car is on right? Some cars will reset their software when power is lost. Or some need a radio code.

[@ajstein281]

I ordered a radio yesterday, this video helps alot now I'll be able to do it myself. thanks

[@CarsNToys]

Awesome. Glad to help.

[@KevinHilley]

GREAT video!! Well done and highly informative. I'll most likely be doing this in the next few weeks and am feeling more confident now.

[@CarsNToys]

Kevin Hilley Glad to help! cheers

[@yaboidustin2447]

This guy: *wants Bluetooth* Me: *wants cassette player*

[@55Dontbejealous]

dude you made it look so simple, time to try it myself

[@CarsNToys]

Just plan everything and take your time. It's not a bad job. Good luck!

[@paytizzle672]

legend has it he's still trying it himself 🤣

[@butteredwettoastbro]

He's still doing it himself

[@tufavecntrs]

I finally learn something new thanks I learn from you I help fix my boyfriend radio and he got ripe off by having someone else installed it for him. Thanks I really recommend this video to anyone. 😊😊😊💯

[@elsydeon666]

Scosche also makes the wiring adapters and install kits.

[@pronegonewrong1505]

Not sure if you mentioned it but if your car doesn’t come with a usb from the factory, will you be able to use the USB in the aftermarket radio without any extra wiring? So in other words, can you use the USB port for things like music and charging without other wiring

[@thecolonel4551]

Why didn't you splice the black ground with the lug into the black ground wire on the vehicle side? That factory ground is very solid and usually very quiet. I know what you did will work, but cars have so much plastic under the hood, solid good grounds are getting harder and harder to find.

[@lekhrajramnarain9325]

Can't wait to try it

[@khriseagle]

Chris brown at the end tho 😅 I love it

[@alexwann2835]

Fantastic video! You must have been a teacher in a past life. Thank you!

[@CarsNToys]

Thank you.

[@808Alejandro]

I have this exact car radio and it has frozen. Its turns on but all it allows me to do is turn it off. Does anyone know how to undo this, I have tried pushing the reset button and nothing happens

[@alainbuerom8635]

you got us all covered! no questions left. thanks bro

[@CarsNToys]

Glad to help.

[@atomicplanet2283]

wait, but why did you leave the little white and black connections that you pulled out from the original radio

[@drsysop]

You can connect the black wire to the harness & use heat shrink like the rest.

[@specialized29er86]

Our 60 year old school installer fitted our new alpine CDE-153 EBT stereo by soldering our wiring into one of their own harness which took 10 minutes and $30 to make but you can buy a complete $200 harness.

[@arnz5050]

1:32, the circumference? its not a circle

[@jakemadding5338]

The Arnzinator ive been searching for this comment

[@backyardmachinist]

Lol noticed that too

[@Cobalt985]

Yeah he should've said "perimeter" or just "the edge" like a normal person.

[@williamg3256]

i have searched for so long time for a video like this :(. i have found many videoes but they did never sad the name of the new frame to the new player. so thanks dude :D you did help me out alot :)

[@CarsNToys]

william G Good stuff bro. Glad to help

[@everclara2061]

Was the adapter necessary? In the original you simply unclicked the adaptor from the radio console. Would you not have been able to simply adapt that into the new radio console, or did it not fit? I would think its a simple process of taking out the old, installing the new. (I've never done this and am new, here to learn ..)

[@zw5509]

Very nicely and clearly presented! Thanks

[@CarsNToys]

Z Worm Thank you

[@kellyrobinson3136]

+CarsNToys Thank you so much. This video answered my question about the orange wire. Not only was this video informative, but your easy to understand and didn't drag the process out making it boring enough to go to sleep. I liked, subscribed, and will be back w/ more questions I'm sure.

[@CarsNToys]

Thank you.

[@paulalexborja]

Excellent, clear and concise. I can now do the job without the uncertainty. Thank you for taking time to make this helpful video.

[@CarsNToys]

Glad to help

[@mikeyssexyunderwearphan9495]

Somebody stole my car radio and now I just sit in silence

[@laylacarlson6296]

sometimes quiet is violent

[@isabellaharper8003]

I'm in a cage I find it hard to hide it My pride is no longer inside It's on my sleeve My skin will scream reminding me of Who I killed inside my dream

[@judithmarie2588]

There is no distraction to mask what is real I could pull the steering wheel

[@TampaAries]

Just constantly blow your horn while driving that should fix your silence driving

[@rafajuarez6691]

Bluetooth speaker my g

[@breadvidz8542]

Been trying to find a good “how to” all day. Thank you so much

[@MrDuncan2dog]

My stereo has two ports for the antenna, one is rimmed in red, one black. Which port do I plug my antenna into?

[@therealcroissantlord2331]

Oh yeah im definitely letting best buy install it for me 🤣 I do not trust myself to do any of this

[@johnwayne5758]

Crutchfield is probably the most Expensive place to buy anything. My personal experience. Shop around for better pricing. Otherwise a great video 👍👍

[@grocerybag279]

My truck has a aftermarket stereo I'm sure but it doesn't have a stereo receiver, are all receivers the same from where they attach or would I have to put in a new radio.

[@joshuagao1900]

Mate you are an absolute legend

[@mannyt9727]

that's what I'm going to do to keep watching the video so I can learn how to install a car stereo this video I give 10 out 10

[@CarsNToys]

+MANNY T Thank you

[@mannyt9727]

outstanding work how to install a car stereo by explaining step by step

[@CarsNToys]

+MANNY T Thank you!

[@chadpugh1490]

Those claw tools are awesome. 1001 uses.

[@travisgulley2652]

In some cars the factory car radio is built into the dash and you along with the ac and all of the knobs

[@CarsNToys]

Yea. You can still purchase an aftermarket kit from Metra for the climate control and move forward with a single or double din radio. Or, just buy a used unit if the factory one is hicking up.

[@Towerx23]

If I buy a radio that says its compatible with my car do i really have to do all that crazy hot wiring or can i just plug and play, a helpful answer would be nice for this one and not a smart remark?

[@UEMloayalist]

I have a 1993 Dodge dynasty LE can I use what I saw on you video to upgrade my radio to Bluetooth/Radio?

[@CarsNToys]

Check crutchfield.com and see what they have for your vehicle.

[@JakeNaughtFromStateFarm]

I’ve got an aftermarket radio in it now. It has bluetooth audio, but I have to plug in my phone to play my music. I’m thinking about changing it up, but have never done it. Already got the mic run, so I just have to replace the radio. Should be simple enough (I think).

[@samturner8238]

I just put a Bluetooth radio in my 94c1500 I got the phone connected but it keeps going to only one contact

[@brettrossi4117]

question: What is the other plug/wire connector that was connected to the factory radio that seemingly just hangs there after installing the new head unit?

[@jakeramallo3851]

do you need to ground the head unit yourself or can you just connect the head units ground wire to the wiring harness ground wire?

[@422irishpride]

you can use the factory ground off the harness

[@shevindesilva]

Hey thanks man! I'm gonna try it to my subaru wrx 2004! :) thanks again.

[@CarsNToys]

Shevin de silva Good stuff!

[@dustinzimmerman7402]

So I noticed that there were three set of wiring harnesses that you unplugged. The obvious one was for the stereo. What are the other two smaller one for out of curiousity??

[@CarsNToys]

Typically, the antenna and steering wheel controls.

[@dustinzimmerman7402]

CarsNToys ok thanks. Just installed the Kenwood KCD bt372u in a 08 saturn outlook.

[@mikewitdm]

I installed a radio on my car amd there was no sound and when i changed the channel it kept on skipping channels. I followed the instructions and connected the cables correctly. What could be wrong ?

[@dbfcrell8300]

Here's something weird- not sure if it's it's my new Kenwood with the problem or not. After having the Kenwood 2 din installed for several mos, I then installed LED brake lights in my car on the left & right sides. After a while, I noticed my radio receptions was sometimes not as good as other times. THEN, I installed a LED in the 3rd brake light in the back window (the radio antenna is built into the rear window). Now, everytime I hit my brakes, I lose all radio reception. I never heard of this happening before and don't know what to do about it. Any insight to this mystery is appreciated.

[@Android602715]

Is the wire harness always needed? Is it possible that you can just directly hook up the wiring from your car directly into your new radio??

[@CarsNToys]

Android602715 Unfortunately the factory wire harness will not fit into the back of aftermarket radios.

[@edisonpendelton1417]

Excellent

[@DiaabLo21]

So all I need is a grounder on the black wire and just mount it against metal? I connected all the wires even the long black wire. The only one that I didn't connect was the orange. Do you think not having the grounder on the black wire and having it mounted to metal is whats not making my stereo turn on?

[@CarsNToys]

***** Yeah, black is ground. If the black wire isn't secured to a good metal point you'll have absolutely no power.

[@samanthaj2521]

Why do you have to disconnect the negative part at the battery?

[@philloiselle8200]

'm installing on a motorcycle. Just a couple of questions. yellow goes to constant 12V, what do I connect the orange white illumination wire to on the bike. What does the blue & white wire connect to and the solid red, can they hook up to the same power on off wire .

[@goosh1931]

Thanks my car radio was stolen and I just sat in silence until this video

[@CarsNToys]

Glad to help!

[@karensteel6854]

ODST Lmao

[@dirtcheapmedia3390]

What is the black bigger wire coming out of the back of the radio

[@7777doni]

hi I have bought the same radio and even they install it in spesial service it does not keep any setting. One day keep and the next day -nothing. Please tell me what is wrong? Where can be the problem?

[@CarsNToys]

+doni borisova If the radio itself is working correctly, then the tech didn't wire the radio to a constant power source.

[@abgduta8254]

what about another one socket?did it useless..?

[@denziljc]

can you help,i installed the radio ,it works but the radio lose power when i start the car. Can you say what i did wrong?

[@betaderp]

My car used to have an aftermarket radio and when the previous owner took it out he must have done a real hack job. My wires are all loose and aren't connected to an adapter like the one in the video. Would I need to connect the loose wires to an adapter head and then connect the actual radio?

[@CarsNToys]

+betaderp You don't always need an adapter. This vehicle had a Bose system and required an adapter. Often the harness connector that comes with the radio will suffice.

[@user-lk1ep8ey6n]

Where did you get the housing for that certain radio?

[@ahmedaljumely5552]

After I installed new radio with Bluetooth at my car when am parking they can hearing me very clear but when I starting driving no one can hearing me just very hight nose 😢

[@divinity_iv]

Bluetooth wasnt really a big thing till after 2010

[@jonnathongarcia4691]

What if my car has 4 harnesses. Do I have to buy something that connects all 4 harnesses to my Sony radio?

[@nickguzmang]

What is that black wire for? My avalanche has one and I don't know that is it

[@topal.7720]

Hello bro. Yesty i was doing this same job and when i connected all the harnesses just like you to make sure it was Working it was just fine. Had to leave the radio unplugged over night and today when doing everything again the display wont light up. I think i have power because the CD player makes a noise while turning the Key into acc Mode but apart from that nothing. Please help!!

[@samcarambat9398]

what was that little black wire in the middle for when you removed the original head unit?

[@CarsNToys]

+Sam Carambat Grounding wire for the stock unit.

[@Soldier1287]

metra adapter didnt fit on my hyundai accent 2008 and site clearly said it fits my car but it doesn't. Looked all over for a adapter cant find one

[@abmivo6070]

Well my adapter came connected to another adapter what do I do then

[@HondaKid845]

Hey so I did this in my 1998 Honda civic and I’m using a pioneer radio same setup you have basically and I wired everything properly checked over the work Atleast 10x but I’m still not getting power I have new battery new alternator just changed fuses in the front not too long ago any ideas ???

[@ninetiesbaby9436]

0:25 (For Some Reason) I Wish Had A 6 Disc Player 😏😏😏😏😏

[@akhancj9]

good instruction thanks man!

[@CarsNToys]

Glad to help!

[@GrantW219]

Hey, maybe you could help me out. I connect my new radio in but only lights up the unit but does not function, even the off button does work

[@CarsNToys]

Grant Wilson hard to say without looking at the wires. Definitely make sure all wires are connected correctly.

[@BlakeTechnology99]

0:33, I think you meant to say perimeter, the distance around something, the circumference is the area if a circle, and I may be slightly confused, because I've only been in my friend's Impreza 29 times or so, but the dash is rectangular, not circular. Just thought you should know. Keep up the awesome videos!

[@CarsNToys]

Blake Cerenzia Thanks man. Good catch

[@BlakeTechnology99]

Don't mention it. The comment probably sounded a bit sarcastic.

[@Phyoomz]

***** you're a dummy

[@BlakeTechnology99]

Phyoomz Why?

[@Phyoomz]

Because Jeremy said that "perimeter" only applies to straight-edged figures, which isn't true.

[@shahzeboy1609]

i have the same exact same new radio but i need it in my 2001 bmw e46 330ci, but the power wire does not match, any idea where i can find one?

[@tillitsdone]

Thanks for this, it helped. I used crimp connectors instead of soldering, though.

[@ingridwilliams4281]

Do Kia cerato radios work with bluetooth please let me know

[@catsmackdaddy]

is it possible to put the stereo on the bottom proportion of the trim case?

[@znovosad555]

Im looking at new radios for the truck i just got. Id like to get one with aux input. Is there any other special wiring for this? And is it necessary to solder the wires together or can you just twist them together and put shrink tubing around the connections?

[@mannyt9727]

VIDEO 10 OUT 10

[@CarsNToys]

+MANNY T Thank you

[@TheKingg69]

Do you have a video on a Ford Mustang 2003? Really need it please.

[@CarsNToys]

+TheKingg69 Sorry not yet

[@cesteram2199]

Thanks man. Somebody stole my car radio and I tend to just sit in silence. And sometimes, quiet gets violent, ya know?

[@DizzyDez613]

It's all in your head

[@Woods_Hiker]

nice video install. Thanks. Got a Bluetooth cd radio for my protégé I have to install

[@CarsNToys]

Thanks. Good luck with the install.

[@sndmann5]

Well done. Very helpful.

[@TheKaster15]

What were the websites that you mentioned ? I couldn't hear them very well but great and very helpful video man

[@CarsNToys]

TheKaster15 Crutchfield.com

[@Haderg33]

Great job but I would of stripped the stereo ground and soldered it to the wire harness ground just les messing around.

[@kiracrossings]

yea, i don't understand why he made his own ground instead of just connecting one more cabble ;)

[@kellyrobinson3136]

Some harnesses don't have a ground wire to connect to. The adapter for my Durango didn't so I had to find a grounding area.

[@forsurejerry4012]

Thank you getting the same things for my 2008 camry and getting a sub edit:you should do a sub installation video

[@CarsNToys]

Glad to help! Cheers.

[@alexbonilla6735]

Does the Antenna come with the Kit or is it in your car already that’s ma only problem right now

[@CarsNToys]

No need for an antenna. It simply plugs in to the factory one.

[@HorseRadish403]

The tool is called Mechanical Fingers. FYI 🤣

[@jetoptimusprime]

I accidentally short circuited the white cable harness and now the stereo won't turn on what do I do

[@CarsNToys]

Many aftermarket radios have a fuse on the rear of the radio. Has the fuse blown?

[@dahliamartinez8409]

Honestly by seeing your video.. I want to installed it myself now.. :)

[@CarsNToys]

+Dahlia Martinez That's awesome!