{"id":5174,"date":"2023-04-13T09:24:44","date_gmt":"2023-04-13T09:24:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wiretroop.com\/?p=5174"},"modified":"2023-04-14T06:07:50","modified_gmt":"2023-04-14T06:07:50","slug":"stereo-wire-harness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wiretroop.com\/stereo-wire-harness\/","title":{"rendered":"Stereo Wire Harness: An Ultimate Guide on Simplifying the Aftermarket Radio Installation in your Car"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Installing aftermarket car stereos may seem daunting, but owning the stereo wire harness becomes easier<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, successful car stereo installation requires you to know the wire colors and the car\u2019s stereo wiring diagram. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, you will get details related to the wire colors, installation procedures, harnesses, and others so you can do your job without errors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, let\u2019s get started.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\"Aftermarket<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Aftermarket stereo harness<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What do you mean by stereo harness?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Think of a harness as an adapter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you need an adaptor for the proper functioning of the devices, a harness also allows you to install the aftermarket car stereo effortlessly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also use special harnesses that bypass built-in amplifiers, extend the wire length, and many other purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any stereo harness will work if compatible with the car and the aftermarket stereo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can find stereo harnesses at online and offline stores, but the main problem is finding the correct harness that suits both your car and the stereo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cloom can help you get a suitable harness for your car by customizing one<\/a> according to your need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wiring harness<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Specialized harnesses for stereo:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The wiring system is diverse; thus, you can find various specialized stereo harnesses in the market. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some types of special stereo harnesses. Find out whether they are of any use to you or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Extension harnesses:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes, cars have stereo connectors located at a distance from the stereo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some cars have stereo connectors in the trunk also. In all such cases, you may need extension harnesses to connect the connectors to the stereo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the name clears, these harnesses have long cables reaching any corner of your car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, some advanced harnesses allow you to customize the cable lengths per the requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amplifier bypassing harnesses:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In some vehicles, the built-in amplifiers in the car are separate from the stock stereo system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can use the car amplifier with your aftermarket stereo system in this situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, sometimes, there is a better amplifier in the aftermarket stereo system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, in that case, there is no need to use the stock amplifier, and you can bypass that stock amplifier with the help of specialized harnesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safety alarm retainer:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Almost all modern cars come with safety alarm systems, and this safety system and the stock stereo system are installed in a few cars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to replace the stock stereo system with the aftermarket one, you may eliminate the alarm system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, with some specialized harnesses, you can retain the functioning of the safety alarm systems even after removing the stock stereo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Programmable harness:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In some modern cars, such as Chrysler Uconnect, Ford Sync, and more, a few unique features come with the stock radio system, and replacing the stock system eliminates your access to all these systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Several programmable harnesses are pretty advanced and help you retain all the exquisite features even after you remove the stock radio. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though these harnesses come at a hefty price, they are worth their price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Auto wiring harness<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do I find a suitable wiring harness?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Selecting a suitable wiring harness requires some specific information, including general information about your car and the availability of certain features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the information that you must have includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Year of the vehicle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Make of the vehicle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Model of the vehicle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Does the vehicle have a factory amplified system?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Does the owner have an aftermarket stereo system?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    If the answer to question 5 is yes, you may not need a stereo harness, as shops installing the stereo use the wiring harness from the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you have a factory-amplified system, you will need a specialized stereo harness to provide a low-level signal to the amplifier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Car Stereo<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How can you install an aftermarket stereo using a harness?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If you use an aftermarket stereo harness for installing a new radio system to your car, it is easier than without one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You need to match the car\u2019s stereo wire colors with the colored slots of the stereo harness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Once you match the colors, plug the harness\u2019s other end into the car\u2019s head unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In earlier times, color codes on the wires used to vary from brand to brand and even from model to model in some cases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    However, nowadays, car manufacturers follow a standard radio wire color system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Mostly, your car and the aftermarket stereo have a diagram that makes it easy to connect the stereo with the harnesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    However, if you do not find any such diagram, follow the standardized color codes of the stereo wires mentioned below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You can divide these wires into four main types. Here are the types with their color codes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n