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The Workshop => Audio / Security / Electrical => Topic started by: Superflex on February 25, 2012, 23:01

Title: A little bit of help needed regarding head unit install
Post by: Superflex on February 25, 2012, 23:01
Hi guys. Done a bit of reading in this section and there's loads of pitfalls with pre/post facelift and single din double din fascia etc.

I have been donated an old single din Kenwood HU from a friend. I really only wanted an aux in for my iPod...

Anyway. I have a 2004 facelift '2 which has the Fisher Price unit.

I have read an install thread which I feel competent to get on with.

Just need some advice what kit to buy for the job... And what the difference is:

 m http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/160612959185 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/160612959185) m
Containing:
FP-11-03 Fascia
PC2-17-4 Wiring harness
PC5-27 Aerial Adaptor

OR
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 m http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/160704182294 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/160704182294) m
Containing:
FP-11-03 Fascia
CT20TY01 Wiring Harness
CT27AA93 Aerial Adaptor

As far as I can see - the fascias are identical. The harnesses are probably the same (just different brand) but the antenna connections are different. The unit I have has an aerial plug that the first item looks like it has more chance of fitting. The manual says the plug is an ISO/JASO adaptor if that makes any sense to you...

The unit is a fairly simple Kenwood KDC-237 until I get more cash.

As usual, any help is appreciated. =]
Title: Re: A little bit of help needed regarding head unit install
Post by: Roadwarrior on February 25, 2012, 23:05
I would ask the seller for more info.
Title: Re: A little bit of help needed regarding head unit install
Post by: s12vea on February 26, 2012, 07:18
The first link looks right to me.
Title: Re: A little bit of help needed regarding head unit install
Post by: AckersMR2 on February 26, 2012, 08:03
I changed my head unit and speakers last weekend and although my 03 2 already had a single din Sony stereo when I bought it mine has the same connectors as the first link too.
Title: Re: A little bit of help needed regarding head unit install
Post by: loadswine on February 26, 2012, 09:19
Some head units come with an adaptor for the aerial connection, least I know some Alpine units do.
Title: Re: A little bit of help needed regarding head unit install
Post by: iPap on February 26, 2012, 09:52
Quote from: "loadswine"Some head units come with an adaptor for the aerial connection, least I know some Alpine units do.

It's an adaptor, which is about £2 max. There are two types.