How to Install an Android Double Din Head Unit in a Ford Ranger

How to install and custom fit this double din head unit in a Ford Ranger. The same procedure can also be used on the Mazda B series trucks from the same generation. The head unit I am using is a Pumpkin double din 7 inch touchscreen with an Android 8.0 interface that also has gps navigation, bluetooth, wifi, and a back up camera. Therefore this tutorial will also include how to install the gps antenna, bluetooth microphone, wifi antenna and back up camera. #fordranger #android #caraudio
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-soldering iron & solder
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[@EdBrumley]

I’ve watched 6 videos on how to install a Double Din stereo system in my 1997 Ford Ranger. Your video is hands down the best instructional video, but I still think I’m going to need a professional do this instal for me. Thank you anyhow.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback! Just make sure you get a good installer if you go that route. I've seen some questionable professional installs in the past.

[@jbrou123]

I got more out of this video than the many I have seen over the last couple of days. Your work and instructions are on a professional level not seen on many videos. I wanted to know how to do it right in my B4000, and you nailed it. And that unit is exactly what I want. Android, Navi, backup, WiFi, etc.at a very good price. I don't care about a CD/DVD player in my truck. Thank you for showing me how the Pros to it.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much for the feedback, greatly appreciated! I agree about the CD/DVD options, it's kind of becoming a thing of the past, bluetooth, aux ports, sd cards, and usb drives are taking that aspect over.

[@josephhutzler9667]

Your preparation and video are very well done, your accuracy is respected.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you, I really appreciate the kind words and feedback :)

[@MJSSMARTIMPORTS]

I'm from Brazil, and I have an American 97 XL Ranger v6. Your video prepared me a lot to install a central multimedia in my ranger. congratulations for the video

[@4DIYers]

Awesome to hear and thank you so much!

[@adamjacobson1993]

Excellent video. I'm an electrician and appreciate your instructions to do things properly with connections and cable management.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback :)

[@johncnorris]

One of the best DIY videos I've seen on the KZbins! Well done, Sir.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you :) I really appreciate the kind words!

[@austinkluth6806]

@@4DIYers can you put Apple car play on this radio ? Let me know please thanks, love the video

[@iannelli2448]

I can't hit the thumbs up button because I use KZbin primarily for music (my "Liked" playlist mostly), but I hope leaving a comment helps you, because god damn, this was an amazing video. I just bought a 2011 Ford Ranger and would like to have a similar stereo/camera setup. I'll probably pay a local auto electronics company to do it, but I watched this entire video regardless. Excellent job!

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much for the kind words, greatly appreciated!

[@LRCR]

Thank's for Sharing this How to DIY 💯 I'm installing a generic 7 inch in a 01 Sport Trac with the same dash bezel and BU Cam and see that I'll need my Dremel to make it fit... Personal preference to fitment... you done a Good clean install, just wondering if I'll have enough wire to reach the cam that route... Time to Get ER Done 😁

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much! Best of luck and keep me posted on your results. Hopefully you’ll have enough wire. Might be able to get a plug in extension if not.

[@chargermopar]

What a fantastic job! My 1990 F250 radio lost its display and finally broke after 30 years, also the dash is falling apart, plastic is brittle. So until I can find a nice replacement I am going to modify the original to fot a double din Android unit. Just like you I am using solder and quality wiring.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you! My neighbour up the road actually has an F150 OBS, I think he's owned it since new and it's been painted once, it's a daily driver, still in really nice shape for living in the rust belt.

[@TheMrchuck2000]

VERY impressive instruction! Beautiful, professional work. I own a 2004 Ranger, so I’m going to subscribe (I understand you have other Ranger vids). Thank you🥇

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much, really appreciate the kind words and support! I do have lots of Ranger videos, unfortunately no more Ranger though. But I have a load of other videos that can be applied to any vehicle.

[@TheGibby13]

Absolutely brilliant! Will follow this for my next project! Many thanks!!

[@4DIYers]

Thank you, I really appreciate the feedback :)

[@dogzero00]

Thank you for the great video of showing how to splice the wires together. This video saved me $75 on an installation! Now if I can find a video on a back up camera install on a Ford Ranger, I would be set.

[@4DIYers]

No problem, happy I could help! Back-up camera installation is included in this video too.

[@timm5970]

Lol did u watch the video?

[@2H2521]

One of the best tutorials I’ve ever seen. Are Pumpkin audio products any good? I’m not familiar with them.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much! I’ve had great results with Pumpkin, had a couple different units over the years and they’re fairly user friendly.

[@mroblivioustb2212]

I subbed because of this video, I was thinking about getting a ford ranger and was looking for useful upgrades and this installation guid showed how to add most of the additions I was thinking of.

[@4DIYers]

I have plenty more tutorial videos on this truck too. And thank you for the support, I really appreciate it :)

[@mroblivioustb2212]

Thank you for great content.

[@MD-ot3nl]

thanks, guy! this was a great help in installing a similar radio/camera in my 95 ranger. Great video!

[@miker0257]

This was a great video with plenty of details. Thank you

[@pyletfly]

Very nice work on this DIY instructional video. Very professional and the best video out there on this topic IMHO. Thank you for all of the ideas you presented, I plan on using a couple of them. I really appreciated your fit and finish. Thanks!

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback, I very much appreciate it!

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[@nashrambler5246]

Thanks for making this video, it has really helped me to decide to move from the factory cassette to something more modern. Very detailed video!!! 😃

[@4DIYers]

No problem, happy to help :)

[@arturos.a.2828]

A professional Work.... I hope my ford explorer 1995 be like yours.... regards from Mexico

[@4DIYers]

Thank you!

[@alovimcafee876]

very convenient that I have one of these showing up today for my ford ranger 😂

[@4DIYers]

Awesome to hear! You definitely won't be disappointed.

[@yowaitwhat]

Thinking about an Atoto A6 pro. Was worried about the installation...but this was fuckin killas, man. Thanks so much! 🤙

[@rastagoobers8567]

Just an absolutely excellent video on this. Top notch

[@jamesdschlachterjr.506]

This is flawless! Exactly the video I need. Thank you!

[@DIYCon5]

Amazing video with detail and content. Did this unit come with Apple car play?

[@Arcturian1111]

I'm looking for a decent head unit that has great sound also. Some remarks on some of these say it's not loud enough.

[@daniellucente1086]

The video is amazing and really helped. The only issue is my radio didn't come with a harness adapter. Where did you get the adapter for yours?

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much! All aftermarket head units do not come with that plug/play harness. They can be purchased at a local auto parts store, audio store, or online.

[@haydenc2742]

Very cool...I have a cheapo android radio I am installing in a 2000 Ford Ranger...thanks for this video!!!!

[@4DIYers]

Awesome to hear and thank you :)

[@Lena-dl5qw]

It's so professional!

[@AricVogel]

Wow, great work, very nice looking result. I'm not sure how I feel about touch stereos myself, they seem really useful but at the same time I'm worried about quality, and how distracting it could be compared to a much simpler factory radio. I'm curious if you've personally found it to be more distracting while driving, or if it's actually not that big a deal?

[@4DIYers]

Thank you for the kind words! I wouldn't think it'd be more distracting, I haven't driven with it too much yet. But I've had animated screen in my pioneer deck years ago (not sure if you remember the models, used to have the dolphins swimming, waves, car racing, etc), I never had any issues. Then again I've never been the type to use my phone while driving either, even when it was legal. I think it depends on the person.

[@AricVogel]

@@4DIYers Oh yeah I'm the same way with phones and driving, I've always avoided it if possible (on occasion I glance at my phone for the GPS or to see the caller ID, but that's all). I'll also admit that the newer Dodge touch nav radios kind of impressed me, I had one in a rental and to my surprise I didn't find it much more distracting than a normal radio.

[@jbrou123]

If you think this is distracting, take a look at the display on a Tesla 3. It is 15" monitor to the right of the steering wheel that shows everything that is normally displayed on the dash. All gauges and function are shown on that monitor. No more just glancing down to check you speed, you have to look to your right. Not that I am in the market for a Tesla, but that would be a deal beaker. I'm old school, I guess.

[@redbirds224]

Can I just bring my Ranger to you and let you do it? Lol! Awesome video, thanks for making this. 👍🏾

[@4DIYers]

Thank you, I really appreciate it!

[@pandabear4491]

Nice video & nice channel ! at 20:36 looks like you ended up routing the camera cable through the shifter cable grommet ?

[@4DIYers]

Thank you! Yes I believe so, I would double check but the truck is no longer available to me.

[@pandabear4491]

@@4DIYers Oh no - i liked your videos on the Ranger, that helps me a lot to fix mine :) Your video for the HVAC blend door actuator also helped me a lot ! Thanks for the reply and keep making these good videos !

[@tssarkozi7413]

Thanks. Lots of pro tips.

[@TrentMartin-cu2dp]

Hey there just bought a 1999 Ranger XLT 4x4 with only 39k original miles it's been babied its whole life, I was wondering are there any screen units that you know of that don't require the bezel to be cut? Also if any Ranger owners gave suggestions for other upgrades please let me know! Thanks

[@stephengalvan7722]

Beautiful job

[@Arcturian1111]

Does the wifi actually come from your cel phone. I'm confused. How do u get wifi, especially when your driving?

[@juanhectorcruzurias9403]

Muy buena instalación al 100 saludos desde cananea sonofa mexico

[@4DIYers]

Thank you :)

[@munkymann3166]

Hi, amazingly simple to follow video. Thank You for posting this for us. A++ My question: What is the model number of this head unit, and engine monitoring system? The link no longer works. (I'm sure Pumpkin has replaced it with a newer model since you had installed and posted this.) Thanks, and please keep up the quality videos for us.

[@valeriosaul6546]

Hey great Video my question is Where did you get the insulation kit for the double din radio to buy from?

[@georgesnasr7227]

Great video, thank you so much. Can you tell me plz the exact part number of that unit. Tx again

[@4DIYers]

Thank you, happy to help. Unfortunately I don't have a part number for this unit as it's been discontinued as far as I know. They release a new model every year, just make sure you pick one with the same dimensions.

[@snoopunit]

@4DIYers Awesome video! I have almost the exact same dash setup as you, and i'm trying to install a new headunit, but having difficulties. The new radio is pretty much only screen without any metal casing behind it. The only mounting point it has is a small bracket that looks just like the ones you bent to mate your headunit to the trim piece. I'm trying to make it connect to a installation kit, but I can't seem to make anything fit together. for refrence: I have a 2003 Ford Explorer Sport 2dr

[@johntalbert8227]

Did you ever get your unit installed?

[@johntalbert8227]

I didn't understand why you hooked up wires to the parking brake? Why was this necessary? Can you leave that out of the installation?

[@4DIYers]

It's required here by law if a vehicle is inspected to be put on the road. These regulations will vary depending on where you're located. Yes you can lease it out if you wish but keep in mind, if you're pulled over by the police or for a highway inspection, you do risk getting a ticket if it's a law in your area.

[@dylirium3918]

My pillar trim has handles on it. Do I have to screw them out or is it the same way? I feel like I'm going to break the trim

[@j.mcq.8418]

I'm guessing you will need to unscrew them first.

[@griffens3435]

Do you need the GPS to be plugged in if you're using Android Auto Google maps

[@4DIYers]

The GPS determines your location on the map.

[@godwillrise9467]

New sub

[@4DIYers]

Thank you :)

[@camarojay7027]

Will it work the same if my Ford ranger has a factory pioneer radio?

[@TheCannabismonster]

Where could I find the plug and play harness. I have a 97 Ranger

[@4DIYers]

Walmart if I remember right. 97 I believe is different than what I used. I was able to find the 97 harness easy enough, but the 98+ was a different story.

[@TheCannabismonster]

@@4DIYers thanks brother. I ended up finding it. Mine was a Metra non premium sound kit. Two plug set, one for power and such, the other for speakers. Other than that process should be the same. Great vid by the way.

[@joselanderos4228]

What mounting kit did you use?

[@biowaste179]

will the head unit handle beefier speakers that require more power

[@4DIYers]

Yes but you just won't get the full potential out of your speakers.

[@austinkluth6806]

Can you put Apple CarPlay on this radio? Please let me know

[@davidchavez7247]

Do you have a link for the trim kit you bought for the sides?

[@4DIYers]

It came with the head unit.

[@computernostalgia6293]

I’m trying to fit a double din stereo into a dodge neon 😂

[@kevink3690]

All that weight might slow your car down lol😁

[@dbhead8385]

what faceplate is that and what soldering iorn did you use?

[@4DIYers]

No faceplate, everything I used came with the head unit. I'm using using a cheap soldering iron I've had for years.

[@michaelcharles3588]

Where can I fine that wiring harness?

[@4DIYers]

Any auto parts suppliers or some big box stores like Walmart will carry it.

[@MrMrjauregui]

How much $ was the head unit?

[@marco03]

I cant seem to get the GPS to work without wifi. Any ideas?

[@4DIYers]

Make sure it's connected to the correct port (the wifi and gps use the same type of connection), the adhesive side faces down, slick it on a large metal surface which isn't obscured by any metal objects, and make sure the gps is enabled on the head unit.

[@marco03]

@@4DIYers yea i tried that but I was told it needs a GPS card?

[@4DIYers]

Is this the same unit?

[@marco03]

@@4DIYers yes sir

[@MrLukeydukey93]

Which exact unit did you get? When I click the link it just takes me to there website.

[@4DIYers]

Seems like they changed the website since I did the install. I don't believe this model is sold anymore, seems like it has been replaced with the 8.0 version.

[@MrLukeydukey93]

@@4DIYers You remember how much you paid for it?

[@timm5970]

Grade A video

[@4DIYers]

Thank you so much!

[@yasserjalal6020]

Please, dear, the screen of the Hyundai Elantra 2017 was installed, but the camera did not turn on

[@MrTumorHumor]

Link to the plug and play harness?!?!?!

[@4DIYers]

I didn't include a link as different years require different harnesses. While the dashboards and radios are very similar between the 3rd gen Rangers and up, there are different harnesses. Audio suppliers such as Best Buy should carry a harness or even Walmart and some auto parts stores.

[@swoleowl]

does it have Bluetooth?

[@4DIYers]

Yes it does

[@cesarzery]

Lol