2003 - 2009 Toyota 4Runner (w/ JBL) Radio Install

Parts linked in the description below!
Watch a full tutorial as a 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have a Pioneer AVH-1440NEX Double Din Touch Screen Radio installed. This 4Runner came with the factory RDS radio and JBL Synthesis sound system. We will retain the factory amplifier using the correct Crux adapter while adding Apple Carplay, AUX, USB, DVD, Bluetooth, and a ton of other great features.
This video applies to Toyota 4Runner models for years 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009. This video also includes dash trim and stereo removal, complete installation for the radio and steering wheel volume controls, wiring, and testing!
For the non-JBL version of this install, click here:
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Click here for the backup camera install video:
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Click here to see where we replaced the factory JBL Sub:
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For the Crux wiring harness adapter unboxing, click here:
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Click here to see the amp and sub install:
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Click here for the front door speaker install video:
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Click here for the rear door speaker install video:
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If you have any questions, leave a comment below! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Parts Used (Amazon Associate / eBay Partner Paid Links):
*Pioneer AVH-1440NEX Apple Carplay Radio: amzn.to/3dYk56M
*Crux SWRTY-61J Stereo Harness adapter (retains factory JBL Synthesis Amplifier): amzn.to/2T1yw2m
---Use the Crux SWRTY-61S Wiring Interface for the non amplified version: amzn.to/3iqHcK7
*Metra 95-8210 Dash Kit (Used when replacing a radio with RDS): amzn.to/3kKKb1b
---Use the Metra 95-8202 for Factory non RDS Radios: amzn.to/3gNTSJM
*Pioneer Parking Brake MicroBypass: ebay.us/RVf61w
*Hosa YRA-154 3.5 mm to RCA Female Cable: amzn.to/3wakBW4
*MOTONG Male to Female USB Power Port Socket Adapter for Toyota VIGO(42 22mm): amzn.to/2U02lRm
Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate / eBay Partner I earn from qualifying purchases

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Parts used linked in the description of the video!

[@s35flyer]

Maybe it’s me, I don’t see the parts list?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Tons of parts listed in the description lol@@s35flyer

[@PigAndBeef]

Provo Beast, this might be your most impressive video yet. And that is saying something.

[@RYADADEV]

I wish you were in California (yeah I know). Hard to find an installer you can trust to do a good job. Thank you for the videos

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Hit me up if you head up to Utah.

[@jeremyr6844]

This is awesome. Thank you

[@user-ql9sz1oq6r]

Awesome 👍 Did the Motong have enough length to reach the USB cable from the pioneer or did you need a USB to USB extension to go in-between? I was just about to order one.

[@btirelli3303]

Hi. Thank you for help us . But I want to know the gain and swc number I have to use. My car is Toyota 4Runner limited 2004

[@mariojimilinares]

Hello and thanks for the informative video, could you clarify why the rear speakers do not get connected? I thought with this connector the OEM JBL system functions would be kept?

[@jasonsvidunovich6396]

The choice in pioneer stereo doesn't mess with which wiring harness you purchase, does it? I'm going to buy a model that has compatibility with android.

[@sakurland]

Great video. Thank you! What harness/cable did you use to connect car's antenna to the unit ? At 3:15 you disconnect two antenna plugs from the OEM unit and Pioneer has only one antenna input.

[@imranabbasi7871]

Good job

[@nelsonenaccion4x424]

Hi my freind great video what did you did it on the trim face cover did cut drimel so the instalation kit can fit i try 2 all ready and my trim dash dont match ? Thanks

[@HaloAmbienceAndMore]

If you solder the break wire to the ground wire that works as a bypass as well

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Unfortunately not on pioneer radios today. They require a double pulse negative on the parking wire. Just simply grounding no longer works on them.

[@jaacksun4674]

Great video! I bought the exact model of car that you’re working on in this video and it came with an amp wired for subs already. Does that mean I can bypass the factory amp? Thanks!

[@charleslane2574]

Another quick question. Does the phone have to be plugged in to the USB port for the Apple Car Play to work?

[@ParagMathurmd]

Thank you! I just installed a new head unit in my 07 with JBL/nav. Was working great until I was completely finished, and now the car won't start. SMH. Battery drained. Now I have to figure out if it's a short, or some parasitic drain, or I just killed it but having the doors open for a few hours and a few test starts.

[@gantz4u]

Make sure youre running the right ignition key that started your car last time. If you got a multimeter. USE THAT. Check the battery voltage(DC meter setting). It should be above 10 around 12+ then check it again with the multi meter when its running for something like 13 or 14, indicating your alternator is charging the system, to be safe. If you dont have a multimeter you will need someone to test your battery. Some aut0 parts stores will do this for free, if u can deliver the battery to them. But removing the battery is going to reset everything. So have the key and clicker on hand and your mileage will vary depending on your security unit and how its designed to protect your car from thefts.

[@johngraylin]

How would you go about hardwiring this same system? Know of any reputable wire color diagrams?

[@jimehalt]

Is the purple/white wire used if there is a stock camera already in place?

[@rappeezy]

FANTASTIC VIDEO! I'm now subbed. Question, will the parts listed work with the Pioneer DMH-1500NEX? We just picked up a 2003 with JBL

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Sure will!

[@emmarenebriggs]

Awesome video, it was very helpful, thank you. Question, I have a 03 4runner without RDS JBL and no steering wheel controls. Do I still need the 61S kit or can I get away with a basic harness connector and soldering the wires?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Yep, you can get away with just using the metra 70-1761 basic harness just fine.

[@emmarenebriggs]

Used the basic harness, deck is in and working perfectly. Thank you for your help!

[@williamwarner6383]

Did the radio you used come from amazon with a microphone?

[@roryhughes6209]

I have an 08 with the JBL system. Will the pioneer AVH-1400NEX work with all the other parts linked? I noticed you linked the 1400 head unit instead of the 1440.

[@1moholive]

Does anyone know if all 10 speakers works with the jbl adaptor kit?

[@sonstar6230]

Hello doing same set up what turns on the rear sub mine not coming on

[@n.phothirath4949]

So how do you upgrade the head unit & have operating rear speakers 🔊 ?

[@chivamarudelasrosas5774]

Which hole did you plug in the antenna and aux wires into? I tried plugging mine in and it could never get the antenna or aux to work I mainly use carplay but my dad who often drives my car likes to listen to the radio

[@FoldPNDA]

does a 2003 tacoma have the same wire diagram as the 4 runner?

[@meanpaintandbody]

I did this but I have a issue my door speakers don't work if I turn the amp off for the subs they turn back on I don't understand

[@supracaer1]

How do I retain the OEM backup camera using this harness??

[@Jhayquia]

How about is different brand of radio not pioneer i still need the micro bypass

[@Oscillating_Fan]

Provo, on my 4runner theres a black 12-pin male end plug that says amp on it. Where does it go? Do i need it? I have no clue what to do

[@MrRedSoldier1000]

I have a 2007 sr5 4Runner. No JBL, No cd changer, no steering controls. I want to get a Pioneer Head unit. What do I need? I am confused with what wiring harness I need. Thanks

[@naomikebede1005]

Nice job🎉i wish I wont to Cheng mine, but I can't😢

[@franciscomirandaiii4000]

Hi Provo Beast, I am one of your subscribers and could you help me with the corresponding wiring connections which are color coded from the steering wheel interface as well as the back-up camera. I have the Pioneer AVH-W4500NEX, SWI-RC steering wheel control interface, PAC Radio PRO 3 Radio replacement interface and Rydeen back-up camera. Thnaks

[@joeennis3979]

Hey just wanted to say great video! I just installed an aftermarket stereo in my 2004 4 runner with jbl system I uses the same crux harness everything went great but I have no sound coming out at all it powers up finds a radio station but no sound please help??

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Need to hook up the amp turn on wire to trigger the amp to turn on. It’s a blue / white.

[@bejo8371]

How do I know if mine is the amplified version or not?

[@roblyons]

It's not clear what speakers work after using this kit. My '08 4R has the JBL Synthesis but it appears to be a "Dolby ProLogic" system as it has a center speaker in the dash and also two small speakers in the far-rear, upper corners in the cargo area in addition to the sub in the rear and speakers in all four doors (10 in total). So, which of all these speakers work after a conversion? I'm OK losing fader, but not OK losing the door speakers in the back seat or the sub. The center and "rear" speakers in the cargo area are probably no loss if they don't work, however.

[@davidmurry5175]

All the speakers work there just is no fade controll

[@benjaminsperry5562]

I am having the same issue I am going to try and bypass the amp

[@nos145]

@@davidmurry5175 do you know if you set the fade on the old headunit, whether it would keep the fade setting with the new connector?

[@s35flyer]

I have this exact setup, 2003, jbl, rds, etc. you mentioned rear speakers, so the rear speakers no longer work? Or is it just the fade option.

[@caden3ds]

Were you able to find a answer?

[@unclbuck79]

Just to be clear...the rear speakers still work but you just can't use the fade function?

[@1moholive]

Do you know if the center speaker still work with this kit?

[@pepperjack8]

@Provo Beast Audio Installation Hello Sir, Is this 2003 4runner limited edition? or would this work on limited edition. Also can you install back up camera for same 2003 limited edition. Also can you connect your your I phone map through USB so that you can display navigation map on the front display so that would not need GPS antenna.

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Yes yes and yes. We have a backup camera video on the channel of this model year.

[@pepperjack8]

@@ProvoBeastAudio Thank you my friend.

[@te72garage]

The crux kit come with 2 harness what one is for the 2005 4Runner

[@justinrampersaud1948]

Did you ever figure this out?

[@PocketsandOutlaw]

So I was going to install a new radio in my 4runner but I noticed the wires coming from the stock harness adapter are a bit thicker than the wires that go into the radio harness. Is this a cause for concern?

[@raiderman28]

You probably don’t have the integration harness that the jbl or amplified systems need. You have the basic harness that wont work with the JBL system

[@kennyrios5868]

How can I know if my Four runner has Jal so I can know which harness to buy?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

you will see the jbl logo on the front door panels, or the factory sub in the rear cargo area

[@junbug119]

I'm considering upgrading my 4runner factory radio but I'm a little bit confused. The factory harness has 3 connectors but the aftermarket harness has 2. I'm guessing the small 3rd one at 10:00 doesn't get used?

[@no4unhhockey]

I am having the same issue. Did you ever figure it out?

[@junbug119]

@@no4unhhockey Nope sorry. Something came up and had to spend the money on other things. Crutchfield does recommend I use the Metra 70-1761 radio wiring harness (2 connectors for non-JBL, no steering wheel controls). So, I'm guessing the small 3rd connector doesn't get used for my particular 4runner.

[@timfrancis6774]

will this also work for tacoma? trying to redo entire audio in mine

[@ericnicolini-calderon1337]

Nope it will not you need the tyto-01 harness and a different dash kit

[@HenrysNook]

Would this Crux SWRTY-61S work with the Alpine - ILXW650OB?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Sure will!

[@Oscillating_Fan]

Do you need the swrty-61j if you plan on replacing the speakers

[@Oscillating_Fan]

Or is there maybe a cheaper option

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Yes if you have the factory JBL amplifier. It's designed to keep the amplifier functioning with the new radio. If you do not have JBL, then you will need the SWRTY-61S. If you don't have steering wheel controls or the JBL amp, then just the simple Metra 70-1761 harness.

[@tengyang300]

Looks easy but connector didn’t match factory connectors and so confusing on which pin to use on crux.

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

It may be that you don’t have the factory jobless system. Check the description for the other harness needed

[@tengyang300]

I had 2004 Toyota Sienna JBL but no audio sound. I ordered swrty-61j from Amazon. Where should I order to get the right product to fit my Sienna?

[@Fyxxterzc]

I've got the cs-tj20 replacement for this but have no idea what amp gain to set the box at. Where do I find that information?

[@scottpetrie8707]

Yeah same here. Unclear on gain setting as well. I have everything in hand now. I may call support and see.

[@Fyxxterzc]

@@scottpetrie8707 crutchfield support said set to middle and adjust to your taste. On off off, up down down is what middle was said to be. It works for me I'm not taking it apart to try and get more possi ly blowing speakers. Loud enough for me.

[@scottpetrie8707]

@@Fyxxterzc perfect!! Thank you

[@maspaijolastrock8295]

That why my rear fader is doesn’t work 😸

[@caden3ds]

How do you keep the fm antenna working?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Power antenna? Or just reception?

[@caden3ds]

@ProvoBeastAudio Both? I'm pretty sure I wired it correctly but I don't see the antenna come out anywhere.

[@alejandrogonzalez3285]

Provo I have cuestion can you tell me what size is the rear speaker tha subwoofer thanks 2007 4runner

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

8" kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5S4k5xsfKl9ZpY

[@charleslane2574]

Are other Pioneer units compatible with these instructions? In other words, can I use a different radio while keeping all other instructions the same?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Absolutely

[@charleslane2574]

@@ProvoBeastAudio so I’ve finished the install with the 1440 model. However, I have no sound. Every other function works....just no sound. Is there an simple reason for this that comes to mind? I can’t figure out what I may have done wrong.....

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

@@charleslane2574 Need to connect the amplifier turn on wire to the new radio to trigger the JBL amp to turn on.

[@charleslane2574]

@@ProvoBeastAudio pretty sure I did. That’s the blue and white wire, right? The continuity in the harness is good on all connections as well. I’m going to test the radio output to make sure it’s not something wrong with the radio, but beyond that, I’m stumped. Thanks for the reply!!

[@charleslane2574]

@@ProvoBeastAudio So a funny thing happened while troubleshooting. I suspected the amp turn on from the radio harness was the wrong one (had to pick up after market harness from Amazon). When I cut the amp turn on wire from the radio harness and the crux harness, the speakers started working!!! So strange!!

[@raiderman28]

Does that retain the factory subwoofer???

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Yes, as apart of the JBL audio system, you will need to ensure you get the Crux SWRTY-61J linked in the description to retain the entire JBL audio system.

[@gloryshumbusho]

Hi, I have a 2003 4runner, and I also have a Pioneer AVH-P2300DVD. What parts do I need to install it?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

All parts needed are linked in the description of this video.

[@gloryshumbusho]

@@ProvoBeastAudio would they work with my pioneer 2300 though

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

@@gloryshumbusho Any standard double din will work with the parts linked.

[@kobyhoward8480]

I just had a radio installed in my 4th gen and now radio has no bass, can't fade to rear speakers and on audio from phone it sounds like volume goes up and down. I know they used crux for it too. Any ideas on what's wrong

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

I'd take it back to whoever you had install it.

[@raiderman28]

You do lose the fader control, like he mentioned. You should have some bass still, unless your vehicle had a factory subwoofer. That gets lost in the install. No way to integrate it. Or if the speakers were replaced, then you lost most of the bass because they are different than the JBL system. The place should have went over all that. I know i tell my customers before I upgrade everything. Some shops are shady

[@gantz4u]

Welp..that was fun Im out $100 bucks on the headunit and 3 sets of harnesses and cant get the JBL amp a signal to turn on. Im going to throw it all in the trash and give up. Edit: so thats not going to work. at some point it turns it off. Edit: I wired the 12 volt memory wire and 12volt ignition accessory wire together before the cars wire block. So I can send the proprietary turn on interface signal to the stock JBL amp with the old OEM headunit. Then Hot swap the Aftermarket head unit in. Im hoping this keeps the turn on signal memorized with a constant 12 volts. Seemed to work turning on and off the aftermarket head unit. But needs more time to figure out if it somehow loses the turn on signal or drains off the battery. I cant imagine it causing too much of a parasitic draw if the head unit is off. and The acc. ignition position no longer has anything to do with the radio. I heard some other guy saying to keep the OEM head unit interfaced just to wire it to send the JBL turn on signal to the amp. as some extra brick you store somewhere as the on button.

[@MotionPotion3]

I’m about to install this harness and a pioneer this weekend on my 4Runner. Did you ever get your problem fixed or will my battery drain after I install this?

[@gantz4u]

@@MotionPotion3 It didnt work. After 3 harnesses I bought the upid amplifier interface harness. If you have the Toyota 4runner with JBL logo on the door speaker. Save yourself and get the upid black box that sends the proprietary CANBUS DATA signal as the on switch. Its $65. I blame JBL and will boycott them for the rest of my life thanks to the evil deed they did here. The only other way is to intercept the data signals across the 2 data wires. Figure out what its doing and build your own black box for communications. to keep the stock JBL amp. Also if you lose battery signal leave the key in the accesory position wait a minute then start if you have no start issue. Then For the next week it will die because its relearning idle. So you need to let it idle for awhile and let it idle in Drive position and run the throttle. Just giving the memory time to relearn where your power steering doesnt get knocked out in the field and wondering how your car is broke. Since Toyota is also a trash car. Toyota and JBL are trash match. Subaru has never done me dirty like Toyota always does..everywhere. Especially if its some1 elses car. Dont help people with a toyota. Tell them they goofed and drive it off a cliff where it belongs. cuz next thing u know theyre going to look at you like youre the weak link here. From an oil change to a headunit install Toyota cursed their cars. I think I got a whole Aftermarket system in a subaru for the cost of their proprietary $65 on box that hits and audio quality is way better. But thats time designing and wiring it in. The black box kind of just goes. Then Hits your bass notes way too heavy cuz the whole car is junk box. also shes fat. Also if the black box isnt working then in my experience its determining the proper amp on signal wire being delivered by the head unit to the black box and what wire is sending that signal to the black box vs what wire recieves in the black box as the black box is good to go as far as wiring diagrams. Headunits are iffy. Mine wasnt even written in english on the head unit. Also keep what I said about Idle relearn in the back of your pocket. As I have seen these guys stuck dead in the water wondering if its a fuel pump fuse or relay and if you remember you can run over and save the day b4 the tow truck, knowing its just upid and fat. I know ive run up on that and had me stumped the 5 minutes in the field you get. IT doesnt mention anything about that idle relearn anywhere. Because its designed to do you dirty and antitrust car. Also if youre wiring a tail cam for the headunit and have to use an RCA Coupler Female to Female What I did is dropped a ball of solder on the males to slightly increase the diameter and get a snugger fit. Then Soldered the outer ground coupler sleeves to the RCA coupler to make a solid connection. But you can wire them solid since its just a positive negative wire insulated from each other. So you can hard wire or wire in new male/females easy with a solder iron. But that was my trick to extend the cables and get them bullet proof using the Coupler female females, as well as an old coolpix to use as a test gadget to send signal to the head unit to diagnose no signal down to the coupler block.

[@caden3ds]

​@@gantz4uSo buv that instead of the 61-j in this video?

[@gantz4u]

@@caden3ds buy what, instead of the 61-J?? the Crux SOHTL20?? honestly if you have the JBL symbol. Youre cooked. Were done, and you might as well bend over and pull down your pants for the video, here. Because youre going to need that interfacing solution. Theres no options and its not cheap. The only way I can see getting a "Win" here is if we all start buying black box interface solutions just to return them as a hobby. This is a cyber punk dystopia where its us against the corpo's.

[@caden3ds]

@gantz4u already bought the crux swrty 61-j, just gonna pray that it works 😭

[@s35flyer]

Where did the microphone end up?

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

We like to put it on the A-pillar corner (by the milage sticker area), some people put it by the rear view mirror, others by the steering wheel column. Your choice.

[@wayneberry8416]

Man where did you get your wire harness from because every store I go to the wire harness does not fit

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

Amazon

[@wayneberry8416]

Could you send me the link getting the same one from the stores . I ordered and they don't fit

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

@@wayneberry8416 Do you have the factory JBL sound system?

[@wayneberry8416]

@@ProvoBeastAudio yes

[@wayneberry8416]

?

[@tommyd6665]

6:54 so only the front speakers will work???? Won’t be able to hear anything on my rear speakers??

[@ProvoBeastAudio]

No, the factory JBL amplifier only takes two channels of input, and uses those channels to power all speakers. All your speakers will work fine, you just wont have a fader option when replacing the factory radio.

[@mattroberts8595]

@@ProvoBeastAudio some people say their rear speakers don’t work, why would that be?

[@benjaminsperry5562]

I followed this exactly and the only sound is coming from my front speakers in the doors

[@Chevyguyscott]

Yeah extremely frustrating!!!!

[@bejo8371]

ever find a fix to this?

[@mariojimilinares]

Hello and thanks for the informative video, could you clarify why the rear speakers do not get connected? I thought with this connector the OEM JBL system functions would be kept?