Clean install, for the average joe, you don’t need the steering wheel controls. I’ve installed a pioneer double din without the steering wheel controls, frankly its easier to use the head unit. If your head unit is blue tooth enabled, then it should also be voice activated under owner programmer. Where you basically say a command then the head unit should act accordingly.
you dont always need the steering wheel controls tho its nice to have when you are driving and not have to reach for volume up/down nor have to use your phone to track up/down
I did use the orange/white wire but does not work on this harness. You need to run that wire to either the headlight switch or even the hazard light switch above the radio. It's how ford wired their cars so no real dim wire is on the harness. I did not use the blue to blue for the antenna, I simply used the antenna adapter, if you do have a "power" antenna then you may need to use the blue wire. As for the radio turning off when you turn thr car off and remove the key, that's just how they are wired. To allow you to listen to the radio for about 10 min +/-. Then it shuts off or until you open your door. Best way around this if you really don't like that is to wire the ignition red wire to the fuse box where it kills power when you turn off the car.
I have constant power to my double din pioneer dmh 160bt. Im installing it on my 2011 ford fusion se. Do you know why it wont turn off with the ignition? Also im using a metra interface harness that supposed to retain steering wheel controls but its not programming. And can u tell me what the little harness on the back that has a solid black wire with red and yellow clip is? Its the one that plugged into my factory radio. What is that used for?
If I do not use the adapter to get the steering wheel controls to work will the ones on the left side still work . I understand all the controls on the right side are for the stereo however like for example the info button for the dashboard itself I don't care if I have controls for the stereo itself from the steering wheel. I just don't want it to tell me I need to change my oil forever next time I need a oil change..
all the other steering wheel controls will work as they do, replacing your radio will not affect that. unless you have additional features from your car that are displayed or controled on the oem radio it wont be an issue not getting the steering wheel adapter.
I have an old Ford Fusion/escape head unit that I was wanting to use as a cool indoor amp just for laughs. Do you know what colour wires I'd need to hook to my 12v power supply for the radio to power up? Like I mean if I just connect ground and power it's not gonna work, but trick the radio Into thinking I've turned a key
Just the video I was looking for! I have the S model fusion with no steering wheel control and am looking to install the SONY XAVAX3250. Will I need a ground wire like you? Also looking to butt splice and heat shrinking the connections rather than slaughtering them, would that hold up?
You dont need an additonal ground wire since you will not be installing the steering wheel contol module. You can use butt connectors, its just how I do mine is all. Just make sure they are properly crimped.
Can anyone help me i have 2011 ford fusion sel ..2.5 L. Relley domt wanna keep nothing the car comes with relley ... beside what new one comes with bluetooth navigation back up camera
most new head units will have most of what you need. keep in mind of yours has a oem backup camera you will need a proper adapter harness for it to work
Thanks man, it should be the same process, and as long as you have the same type radio/dash then yes. Best way is to go to metra online, scosche, and enter your car info to get part numbers so you know they will work. If you need any help let me know.
I used the one from the factory harness. Some fords or other vehicles do not have a 12v acc wire so you can always run a wire to a fused slot in the fuse box instead.
I have a 2010 Ford fusion, using metra OY-INFD1 adapter and a dual xvm279bt. Hooked everything up correctly and I get not power to the screen. I have no idea what to do!
Any chance you see this comment and can help me? I tried to install the Power Acoustik CPAA-70M and believe I connected the wires to where they are suppose to go, and it did not power on. I have tried the suggested troubleshooting in the manual: 1. Pressing the reset button. 2. Replacing the fuse. Great video
I believe my issue is that I did not connect the ACC wire to anything so it is not communicating with the radio that it is powered. Where would I connect the ACC wire?
Did you use an adapter harness? The acc is the red wire. If you are using the adapter harness you need to connect red to red, yellow to yellow, black to black.
@@esqu3l3to Sorry for not responding earlier. My responses somehow were not posted. I do not have an adapter harness. I was going to wire them directly to the wires themselves to the new harness. I have connected the wires to their appropriate matches with the battery to red/white, ground to black/blue, and the speakers to their corresponding wire colors. But I have not connected the 12V ACC wire to anything, I tried connecting it to the grey/violet wire but the radio did still not turn on. There are a couple wires left that I do not know what they are for: Yellow/Green, Grey/Violet, White/Blue, and Grey/Yellow. I might have to tap the 12V ACC wire into the cigarette lighter, but in a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid I believe the lighter is always on. And it needs to come on with ignition. I am still trying to find answers. Thanks for helping and your quick response.
I dont know the position of all the wires. However, it would be best to use a multimeter to determine which is your acc wire. Do not use the cigg lighter. I highly suggest getting an adapter harness, makes it so much easier and not having to splice into the oem harness unless you already know all the wiring clolors.
@@esqu3l3to Yes, that probably would have been the best. It turns out that a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid does not have an ACC wire, and uses CamBus to communicate with the radio. Also, the cigarette lighter is always on, so I have been told that the solution at this point is to fusetap a fuse that comes on with ignition and link that to the 12V ACC wire. Thanks for all your help. I'm surprised you even responded on a two year old video.
It did power up the first time right just no sound? Check your fuse if it won't power on. You may have an amplified system which means you need to connect the blue/white for the amp.
I checked with Best Buy auto stereo site. It confused me. It shown all compatible radio units available - 1 din and 2 din for my Fusion. I think all these audio units have the same wire configuration. So, Best Buy shown all these 1-din, 2-din choices. Am I correct to say the default Fusion radio (&CD) unit is a 2-din unit? If I choose a 1-din, then I will have a hard time to patch up the empty space that surround this 1-din replacement unit. Correct?
Well they are not incorrect, your Ford can fit a single (1) din radio which is the typical small radio. The double din (2 din) is what ford installed tho it's bigger that aftermarket radios. For you to install either radio you will need a dash kit, this allows for the install into your Ford. If you choose a single din radio then you would need to make sure the dash kit is for a single din - this is because the kit will include a pocket that will take the rest of the space below the radio. Here is an example, this other Ford I installed a single din.... ruclips.net/video/TygoA4dMpeg/видео.html Or you can get a double din like in this video - you will still need a dash kit for a double din. As for the harness, all new radios have their own but yo make the install simple get an adapter harness like I did for this install. Hope this helps. If you need any other help email me at melvingbp@shaw.ca
@@esqu3l3to Thank you. I know nothing about installing radio in a car, so looking for advise in RUclips. I chose 1-bin over 2-din because I want a detachable face unit. But a 2-din should "fit" better. I pick ones that are available in Best Buy because they offer installation. Armed with you info (that I will need dash kit), I called Best Buy. They told me I have to get the dash kit plus the harness beside the JVC unit (2-din) or Sony (1-din). I setup my appointment already. Thank you for the tips.
sounds like you have your power wires wired incorrectly. the yellow wire (constant 12v) need to be connected to the 12v on the radio. the red wire (switched 12v) is what turns the radio on/off when you start or shut the car off. did you use an adapter harness? check those two wires and make sure they are connected to the right wire
Two main reasons, to avoid a ground loop (noise, static or interference) and some components require a chassis ground to function properly. Some vehicles, like my previous Nissan I had to ground the radio wire to chassis as the factory of the harness did not allow the unit to work properly.
All you will need is a phillips screw driver, panel removing tools, of course all the butt connectors and or soldering kit, wire cutters, utility knife, wire strippers, and drill. Did you watch my video of the speakers and radio installs?
I just installed a radio into my 2007 Ford Fusion and the steep works fine but now my battery light and engine light is on , do you think I installed it wrong?
The radio wouldnt cause an engine light, the battery light may be on because of low viltage from the battery. The battery light may cause the engine light. I would start tje car and run it for a little while to charge the battery. Then see if it turns botb lights off.
If your oem radio is the same as this then you can also install a double din (7") radio or single din if you prefer. You will need a dash kit for either.
Ok so, first you need to re-pin the pink wire to positions #19 on the adapter harness. Once you have done that, the pink wire along with the ASWC-1 (or wichever adapter you are using) will need to be grounded (shasis). The brown wire of the adapter harness (pin #18) needs to be connected to the white/green wire of the ASWC-1. Here is the wiring diagram so it makes more sense: metradealer.com/files/aswc/ASWC-1_INST_253.pdf
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@@esqu3l3to buenos dias con esta instalación siguen funcionando los mandos del volante para subir y bajar volumen ..adelantar. Y atrasar estaciones de radio ??
Is there any way you could tell me which wire on the adapter harness I need to tap a remote wire into ? My radio won’t turn on , I have all the colors matched but don’t get any power , head unit does work Bc I tapped into the fuse box and got power
The oem harness will not have a remote wire. Did you test the red wire? Thats the wire that send power to the radio once the car is turned on or ignition is on. Also test your ground. Use a multimeter and test on the new radio harness pins first.
That's odd, there should be power to the red once you turn your key or start the car. In this case I would run a wire from your fuse box to the new radio red wire to get the radio working. I would also check the red from the main harness, could be cut somewhere. I would assume your old radio worked just fine right?
Esqu3l3to yes my old unit worked just fine , the problem is I can’t find a fuse under the dash that turns on and off with the car , I’ve tried every single one and the radio just stays on without the key in
There has to be at least one that's on ignition. If not check if the cigarette lighter, that should be on ignition and just use that. I dont have access to the fusion as its not mine otherwise I would go in to check.
It will, however, you will need a steering wheel control adapter for them to work. In this case I used the ASWC-1 which will auto program itself to the radio.
Oh ok so its your oem radio that is not working properly. A new radio would work unless there are issues within your car wiring. But if everything works just your screen not working, then a new radio is what you need.
Great video. I will be replacing the head unit in my Fusion soon and will definitely refer back to this. Thanks!
Awesome, glad it can help you out.
I saw the speedo, and I thought, I've never seen a fusion with 200mph on the dash... Then I thought, oh yeah... KPH. Haha
Hahaha! Good eye my man.
Clean install, for the average joe, you don’t need the steering wheel controls. I’ve installed a pioneer double din without the steering wheel controls, frankly its easier to use the head unit. If your head unit is blue tooth enabled, then it should also be voice activated under owner programmer. Where you basically say a command then the head unit should act accordingly.
you dont always need the steering wheel controls tho its nice to have when you are driving and not have to reach for volume up/down nor have to use your phone to track up/down
Thanks I just needed to fix the left air vent that got shoved into the dash
Right on, glad it helped you out
I did use the orange/white wire but does not work on this harness. You need to run that wire to either the headlight switch or even the hazard light switch above the radio. It's how ford wired their cars so no real dim wire is on the harness. I did not use the blue to blue for the antenna, I simply used the antenna adapter, if you do have a "power" antenna then you may need to use the blue wire.
As for the radio turning off when you turn thr car off and remove the key, that's just how they are wired. To allow you to listen to the radio for about 10 min +/-. Then it shuts off or until you open your door. Best way around this if you really don't like that is to wire the ignition red wire to the fuse box where it kills power when you turn off the car.
omg same exact thing happened to mine
I have constant power to my double din pioneer dmh 160bt. Im installing it on my 2011 ford fusion se. Do you know why it wont turn off with the ignition? Also im using a metra interface harness that supposed to retain steering wheel controls but its not programming. And can u tell me what the little harness on the back that has a solid black wire with red and yellow clip is? Its the one that plugged into my factory radio. What is that used for?
If I do not use the adapter to get the steering wheel controls to work will the ones on the left side still work . I understand all the controls on the right side are for the stereo however like for example the info button for the dashboard itself I don't care if I have controls for the stereo itself from the steering wheel. I just don't want it to tell me I need to change my oil forever next time I need a oil change..
all the other steering wheel controls will work as they do, replacing your radio will not affect that. unless you have additional features from your car that are displayed or controled on the oem radio it wont be an issue not getting the steering wheel adapter.
I have an old Ford Fusion/escape head unit that I was wanting to use as a cool indoor amp just for laughs. Do you know what colour wires I'd need to hook to my 12v power supply for the radio to power up? Like I mean if I just connect ground and power it's not gonna work, but trick the radio Into thinking I've turned a key
Just the video I was looking for! I have the S model fusion with no steering wheel control and am looking to install the SONY XAVAX3250. Will I need a ground wire like you? Also looking to butt splice and heat shrinking the connections rather than slaughtering them, would that hold up?
You dont need an additonal ground wire since you will not be installing the steering wheel contol module.
You can use butt connectors, its just how I do mine is all. Just make sure they are properly crimped.
Can anyone help me i have 2011 ford fusion sel ..2.5 L. Relley domt wanna keep nothing the car comes with relley ... beside what new one comes with bluetooth navigation back up camera
most new head units will have most of what you need. keep in mind of yours has a oem backup camera you will need a proper adapter harness for it to work
Thanks for the video! Do you know if the process/ equipment is the same in a 2008 Fusion SEL?
Thanks man, it should be the same process, and as long as you have the same type radio/dash then yes. Best way is to go to metra online, scosche, and enter your car info to get part numbers so you know they will work. If you need any help let me know.
Yes it is the exact same
Alright, then yes it will be the same.
I will be connecting a fifteen inch subwoofer and eleven-hundred watt amp to this.
Nice! Let me know how it turns out👍
Where did you take the ACC connection from?
I used the one from the factory harness. Some fords or other vehicles do not have a 12v acc wire so you can always run a wire to a fused slot in the fuse box instead.
I have a 2010 Ford fusion, using metra OY-INFD1 adapter and a dual xvm279bt. Hooked everything up correctly and I get not power to the screen. I have no idea what to do!
Sorry for the late reply, did you get it working?
Yeah I got it
Ok good, sorry I've been away and just got back.
@@willlankford3411 what was the issue and how did you fix it?
Any chance you see this comment and can help me? I tried to install the Power Acoustik CPAA-70M and believe I connected the wires to where they are suppose to go, and it did not power on. I have tried the suggested troubleshooting in the manual: 1. Pressing the reset button. 2. Replacing the fuse. Great video
I believe my issue is that I did not connect the ACC wire to anything so it is not communicating with the radio that it is powered. Where would I connect the ACC wire?
Did you use an adapter harness? The acc is the red wire. If you are using the adapter harness you need to connect red to red, yellow to yellow, black to black.
@@esqu3l3to Sorry for not responding earlier. My responses somehow were not posted. I do not have an adapter harness. I was going to wire them directly to the wires themselves to the new harness. I have connected the wires to their appropriate matches with the battery to red/white, ground to black/blue, and the speakers to their corresponding wire colors. But I have not connected the 12V ACC wire to anything, I tried connecting it to the grey/violet wire but the radio did still not turn on. There are a couple wires left that I do not know what they are for: Yellow/Green, Grey/Violet, White/Blue, and Grey/Yellow. I might have to tap the 12V ACC wire into the cigarette lighter, but in a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid I believe the lighter is always on. And it needs to come on with ignition. I am still trying to find answers. Thanks for helping and your quick response.
I dont know the position of all the wires. However, it would be best to use a multimeter to determine which is your acc wire. Do not use the cigg lighter. I highly suggest getting an adapter harness, makes it so much easier and not having to splice into the oem harness unless you already know all the wiring clolors.
@@esqu3l3to Yes, that probably would have been the best. It turns out that a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid does not have an ACC wire, and uses CamBus to communicate with the radio. Also, the cigarette lighter is always on, so I have been told that the solution at this point is to fusetap a fuse that comes on with ignition and link that to the 12V ACC wire. Thanks for all your help. I'm surprised you even responded on a two year old video.
Just put a radio in a 2010.. had no sound .. then I unplugged the pioneer and now it won't come back on.. I'm lost
It did power up the first time right just no sound? Check your fuse if it won't power on. You may have an amplified system which means you need to connect the blue/white for the amp.
I checked with Best Buy auto stereo site. It confused me. It shown all compatible radio units available - 1 din and 2 din for my Fusion.
I think all these audio units have the same wire configuration. So, Best Buy shown all these 1-din, 2-din choices.
Am I correct to say the default Fusion radio (&CD) unit is a 2-din unit?
If I choose a 1-din, then I will have a hard time to patch up the empty space that surround this 1-din replacement unit. Correct?
Well they are not incorrect, your Ford can fit a single (1) din radio which is the typical small radio. The double din (2 din) is what ford installed tho it's bigger that aftermarket radios. For you to install either radio you will need a dash kit, this allows for the install into your Ford. If you choose a single din radio then you would need to make sure the dash kit is for a single din - this is because the kit will include a pocket that will take the rest of the space below the radio. Here is an example, this other Ford I installed a single din....
ruclips.net/video/TygoA4dMpeg/видео.html
Or you can get a double din like in this video - you will still need a dash kit for a double din. As for the harness, all new radios have their own but yo make the install simple get an adapter harness like I did for this install. Hope this helps. If you need any other help email me at melvingbp@shaw.ca
@@esqu3l3to Thank you. I know nothing about installing radio in a car, so looking for advise in RUclips. I chose 1-bin over 2-din because I want a detachable face unit. But a 2-din should "fit" better. I pick ones that are available in Best Buy because they offer installation. Armed with you info (that I will need dash kit), I called Best Buy. They told me I have to get the dash kit plus the harness beside the JVC unit (2-din) or Sony (1-din). I setup my appointment already. Thank you for the tips.
Ok, glad I could help you out 🤙
My stereo its on at all time it fosent turn of can you show me the wires
sounds like you have your power wires wired incorrectly. the yellow wire (constant 12v) need to be connected to the 12v on the radio. the red wire (switched 12v) is what turns the radio on/off when you start or shut the car off. did you use an adapter harness? check those two wires and make sure they are connected to the right wire
why would you drill a hole to mount a ground instead of just wiring it in with the head unit ground?
Two main reasons, to avoid a ground loop (noise, static or interference) and some components require a chassis ground to function properly. Some vehicles, like my previous Nissan I had to ground the radio wire to chassis as the factory of the harness did not allow the unit to work properly.
How do I unclip the black plastic piece over the antenna plug? It will not plug into the new radio antenna plug.
You need an adapter. The ford vehicles use their own type of antenna. Like this as an example:
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@@esqu3l3to I picked up an adapter from the local auto parts store. Thank you for the input I appreciate it. And btw, great video it helped alot.
No worries, glad I can help.
Which wire let's you play movies while out of park
That is the wire labeled "park brake" wire (green) on kenwoods. If you have a kenwood, all you do is ground the wire - just like I did.
Hey - I would like to switch out my car deck and speakers on my 06 xtrail as well. What kind of toolkit do you use to open the car up?
All you will need is a phillips screw driver, panel removing tools, of course all the butt connectors and or soldering kit, wire cutters, utility knife, wire strippers, and drill. Did you watch my video of the speakers and radio installs?
I just installed a radio into my 2007 Ford Fusion and the steep works fine but now my battery light and engine light is on , do you think I installed it wrong?
The radio wouldnt cause an engine light, the battery light may be on because of low viltage from the battery. The battery light may cause the engine light. I would start tje car and run it for a little while to charge the battery. Then see if it turns botb lights off.
This the same process for a 2012 ford fusion SE?
Yes it should be the same, wiring may change depending on the model and audio you have but otherwise dash and removal should be the same
What size aftermarket radio can fit in my 2008 Ford Fusion se?
If your oem radio is the same as this then you can also install a double din (7") radio or single din if you prefer. You will need a dash kit for either.
What wire did you connect the pink and brown wire to?, im having trouble figuring that out
Ok so, first you need to re-pin the pink wire to positions #19 on the adapter harness. Once you have done that, the pink wire along with the ASWC-1 (or wichever adapter you are using) will need to be grounded (shasis). The brown wire of the adapter harness (pin #18) needs to be connected to the white/green wire of the ASWC-1.
Here is the wiring diagram so it makes more sense:
metradealer.com/files/aswc/ASWC-1_INST_253.pdf
Did the steering wheel buttons work after installing the radio ?
Yes, however, you need to install a steering wheel adapter along with the new radio for them to work.
Link to the adapter is in the description along all parts used.
Are the steering wheel radio controls still working?
They will work only if you add a steering wheel adapter like the ASWD-1
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@@esqu3l3to buenos dias con esta instalación siguen funcionando los mandos del volante para subir y bajar volumen ..adelantar. Y atrasar estaciones de radio ??
No, necesitas el adaptador ASWC-1. No es dificil de instalarlo y lo puedes hacer al mismo tiempo.
@@esqu3l3to gracias por responder.. Donde se consigue ese adaptador?
Lo puedes conseguir en ebay o Amazon, sonic electronics, axxess online, en lugares de audio/video para carros pero normalmente cuestan mas.
i want to upgrade my head unit with a double din in my 2010
Does your stereo have the Sony premium sound system with factory amplifier?
No it does not, just the base system.
Does yours?
Mime has Sony not sure about the am tho am trying get help with my 201q ford fuison
Is there any way you could tell me which wire on the adapter harness I need to tap a remote wire into ? My radio won’t turn on , I have all the colors matched but don’t get any power , head unit does work Bc I tapped into the fuse box and got power
The oem harness will not have a remote wire. Did you test the red wire? Thats the wire that send power to the radio once the car is turned on or ignition is on. Also test your ground. Use a multimeter and test on the new radio harness pins first.
Esqu3l3to the red wire only turns the head unit on when I have it tapped into a fuse , otherwise I have no power
That's odd, there should be power to the red once you turn your key or start the car. In this case I would run a wire from your fuse box to the new radio red wire to get the radio working. I would also check the red from the main harness, could be cut somewhere. I would assume your old radio worked just fine right?
Esqu3l3to yes my old unit worked just fine , the problem is I can’t find a fuse under the dash that turns on and off with the car , I’ve tried every single one and the radio just stays on without the key in
There has to be at least one that's on ignition. If not check if the cigarette lighter, that should be on ignition and just use that.
I dont have access to the fusion as its not mine otherwise I would go in to check.
how many inches should the screen be?
like how many inches is the inside square capable of holding??? 7 inches fit???
Yes 7" - thats the standard size for double din. The actual screen size will be 6.95" or smaller depending on the unit and if it has a cd/DVD slot
¿Not Is bad for the car?
No its not bad for the car, simply upgrading the radio.
No es algo malo para el vehiculo. Es simplemente la instalacion de un mejor radio.
Will this guide work on an 06
Should be the same yes
Does it work with factory controls on the steering wheel?
It will, however, you will need a steering wheel control adapter for them to work. In this case I used the ASWC-1 which will auto program itself to the radio.
@@esqu3l3to i want to upgrade but having a problem with my displays going on and off
Your current radio shuts on and off?
@@esqu3l3to everything functions just the display blackouts.
Oh ok so its your oem radio that is not working properly. A new radio would work unless there are issues within your car wiring. But if everything works just your screen not working, then a new radio is what you need.