How to install touch screen stereo w/ back up camera//Honda Ridgeline 2008//Part 1
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- Опубликовано: 21 окт 2024
- In this first video (of 3), I will install a 10.1 inch touch screen stereo, and show you how to do it (on a 2008 Honda Pilot). Then in part 2, I will install the back up camera that came with this stereo. And in part 3, I correct an issue that one of my viewers brought to light:-)
Link to stereo:
www.amazon.com...
Link to dash/harness kit:
www.amazon.com...
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Thanks so much for the video. Installing this for my father for fathers day. You're a life saver.
Oh AWESOME bubbles!!! Let me know how it turns out, and say HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to him for me...THANKS FOR WATCHING!
@@hurstysgarageI have a RL 07, and I purchased the same Stereo and Harness that you link up. Soldered all Wire properly, dash was very trick to make work but: turned on the key power came on at stereo. Radio play for about 10 minutes and stop to play. Stereo keeping turn on and off. The equipment never found my wifi and Bluetooth. Two days trying to figure it out. I done, gonna return it. Thanks for the video.
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Outstanding instruction! Doing this to my 08 ridgeline..only thing missing is links to the parts on amazon..
mgoodell...absolutely correct dang it! I fixed that problem (thank you for letting me know), and hope everything went smooth for ya. Let me know how things went:-)
Ohhhh man.. thats incredible how i was looking into this unit and found your videos, and I have a RL as well. And after replacing my transmission 3 weeks ago I found your videos about the leek you had. The only thing you are missing for me is the rotted rocker panel, can you make videos on redoing rocker panel? 😂😂 I also like the painting on your RL very nice. All around thanks for your videos,very helpful. God bless!
Hey Ricardo...glad you decided to bring your RL back to life with a new tranny (should be good for another 300k now)! Yeah, those rocker panels can be a real bear if you live in a place with salt and moisture. Luckily, before I painted my truck, I got rid of my rust there with sanding (did not penetrate all the way through...but sounds like you didn't get same luck. Let me know how it goes...and god bless you too;-)
Thanks for the vid got it on my 2013 ridgeline only wish you would show putting the trim back over the mount it's a pain, also more into clam with aftermarket was not easy I will have to go over but I love the stereo have you done anything kool with it? What can it do?
Hey Francisco...thanks buddy:-) Yeah, sorry, that was kind of a pain...just make sure you leave enough space between radio and mount so you can fit trim over. And try starting on the right (after going over shifter) with trim on radios right, then slide left a bit, then should slip over, but don't forget to connect air control harnesses. And, I've been basically using it for Netflix and just the radio so far, and a few games that I downloaded prepared. But if you get yours up and running let me know and let me know what you've done... Thanks again for coming and hope it works out for you:-)
Installed mine in my 2008 Ridgeline, a huge difference from the old radio. Thanks!
I thought so too Dwayne...have fun with it buddy...thanks for comment:-)
I have a pilot with an android 10" like yours difference is mines has a single din 10" and I can't get the trim over the screen , is your trim that wide that you can put the radio thru ?
Uptown, that is the HARDEST part to accomplish! I had to leave a 1/2 to 1" gap to ba able to fit our trim over stereo faceplate. Its a real pain to get the spacing right and still let trim go over but it can be done...just cover stereo screen with something so you don't scratch if when trying to do this. And I started from steering wheel and shifter to get that over, then around stereo...hooking wires near there as needed, then worked my way left towards door to clip in.
Man... I got everything to work except the back up camera!. I gave up for now on that. I tried for 3 hours to get the panel back but seems like with new screen it does not fit over it...ill fight it tomorrow. Great video.
A link in the description to videos 2 and 3 would have been nice.
I'll remember that Vincent and try to change it...thanks:-)
Not being lazy would’ve been nice.
I apologize if this is answered somewhere. Do you have the part numbers or link to the product you use? I have a 2010 and will try to do this install. Thank you in advance
No worries mate! Here is the stereo...
www.amazon.com/dp/B082F98CT1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_DY097ZTN6X835QNVNJMC
And this is dash kit for your year vehicle if its a 2010 honda ridgeline...
www.amazon.com/dp/B07C1W4RBL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_N7737ADK7GHBFCARMDMH
Let me know how it goes...you'll love it though I'm sure...but it did go up in price so check a few of the radios offered in the same category and manufacturer, because now they make one that has split screen capabilities (same install procedure too)! Have fun!!!
I still didn't see how you got the dashboard around a wider screen. I want to have a plan before I install and I'm replacing a non working Honda Ridgeline 2007 factory with Navi. A little more complicated because it takes up 3 slots on the stock. I have a kit for it but now trying to figure out how my screen which is bigger than the hole will go in , it's not like the old slip in after sleeve
Hey Jason...it was definitely tough and not fun...but if you play with it a bit it eventually slips over on an angle...just make sure you put trim over shift knob first, then start at top corner of faceplate and use gap between top of screen and back of unit as buffer to maneuver rest of trim over faceplate. It took me a few swear words and some tries to finally get it, but it will work:-) Sorry, I don't have any pics of that. Let me know how it goes...crossing fingers!!!!
Hi! Can you do an update on how you like your stereo! Im really leaning on purchasing this same brand and do a step by step with your video depending on how you liked this product. Thank you
Hey betty77020...thank you for comment first off! I do like it, but after checking the price on it now, not sure that I would recommend so much anymore. It was a hell-of-a-deal at the $130ish price I got it for, but of course they raised it considerably now. If you do purchase it, I do not think you will be disappointed...just in price. Let me know what you decided;-)
I have been watching your video I purchased an android 10.1 radio is there any gap when u installed it...or u just snug everything in for perfect fit..?
Hey Ceasar...first off, congrats my friend, I don't think you will be dissapointed!
Secondly...
twitter.com/RockyMinnie1/status/1352403757015810049?s=09
twitter.com/RockyMinnie1/status/1352403875534233601?s=09
Here are links to a couple of pics I took of side and top:-) There is about a 3/4 " gap I left because otherwise it would be impossible to slip truck trim over head unit when installing back on dash...the rest of the space around You can leave bare, cause you can't really tell...or you can put some type of black or grey trim...I used. Sponge like Styrofoam that I had just around radio so you could not see any seem:-)
How does this radio sound? With music turned way up? I got a cheap double din android radio off ebay for my old civic. Didn’t sound good at all.
Wife has a Ridgeline, she love it
Love the name (Honda Freak)...Yeah, in the Ridgeline, it sounds really good (very clean and clear with trebble, and base hits unexpectedly harder than I thought with BONE stock setup besides head unit). Now if you are a real connoisseur sound oh, then you are going to have to of course add an amp and upgrade to a subwoofer! But again, just the stock set up with the head unit does a really good job:-)
And it does have an option to adjust the equalizer to suit your sound
Did you have any issues with the dash kit wiring harness? I have a 2007 and was able to get the same kit but when I tried to drop the unit in the wire harness from the dash kit just doesn’t fit my factory harness. I don’t want to start removing plastic bits since the pins may not line up. Loved the video!
Hey Linda...thanks for comment:-) Yes, it was definitely a bit stiffer plug in then the factory one for some reason, but if you got the same one I did, then everything will line up, it's just a pain to get in the first time! I also pulled the plug back out and checked to make sure no bent posts and all was good...don't know why its stiff, but you should be good...just play with it and it will finally snap in...hope that helps:-)
Should GPS be external? I've put mine out passenger side on chevy Silverado
Hey James, awesome question! And don't take my advice, but here is an article written by a well known company...
In most cases, you can mount the GPS antenna near the top of the underside of your dash (behind or above the receiver). Satellite signals are so strong and reliable these days that this should be sufficient to maintain reliable reception. It also serves to keep the antenna out of sight.

www.crutchfield.com › learn
How to Install a Car Navigation System - Crutchfield
Thanks for watching my video:-)
Great video,How is the Deck holding up reliability?
Hey dan, it works great for about 8 months until I pulled it out and gave it to another friend and now I'm not sure how it's going with him because I have not checked up with him on that, but I'm pretty sure that he is still happy with it. Thanks for watching the video and let me know if you decide to get it or not:-)
@@hurstysgarage Thanks Man, I did get it, my first install ever, gotta say pretty damn good I went with the 9in perfect fit looks like factory, I will provide pic/video soon, So Far WOW Great Product time will tell though. Under $50 black Friday can't complain.
What's the link to the harmony audio links you bought separately? I found 2 different kinds but the kit bracket you link to another comment looks like it comes with those audio links to go with the radio.
Hey Hayama89...let me search again for them and get back with ya. Amazon got rid of the package deal I got before, so that's why the other link was separate...I'll check again:-)
Compatible with Honda Ridgeline... www.amazon.com/dp/B01AC7HF4E?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Finally they got it back in:-)
@@hurstysgarage thank you. I'd really like to get this set up but I'd hate to end up buying the wrong things lol
@@hurstysgarage so far there is almost no real instructions on how to wire things together. We have cables we don't know what to do with or where they go (acc, key 1, key 2). We plugged it in and the side lights came on but the screen stayed black then lost the side lights. We watched different videos trying to find out where the wires go but they and what we have here seems to be different colors.
How did you fit the dashboard back on since the screen is larger then the bezel?
Hey lucky Lovan... it sure is a pain in the rear, but it is possible, you just have to be patient and start with the left side and around the steering wheel and shifter first and then the rest after that! I'm so sorry that I didn't get that on the video, but it did take me a little while to do myself! Let me know how yours goes, and I'll be crossing my fingers and saying a little prayer for you.. remember no cuss words, LOL:-)
@@hurstysgarage I had my brackets and the screen really tight and flushed tucked in where you can't even see the brackets , which would not allow me to get the dash trim around the screen so I decided to Dremel the inner bezel until it fit around the screen
Can you share the link to the Harmony kit that matches up with the factory port? Thanks
www.amazon.com/dp/B07C1W4RBL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_N7737ADK7GHBFCARMDMH
-This is the Dash kit I used which includes the Harmony adapters in it James...and
www.hifisoundconnection.com/Fits-Honda-Ridgeline-2005-2008-Factory-Radio-OEM-Original-Stereo-Wire-Harness-HA-711721-15?GoogleBaseFeed&gclid=Cj0KCQiAqdP9BRDVARIsAGSZ8AmNreClrrek78rYFdM8lQlJsJwGiGAtcJ_HOKFlMbA6obRfe4HA-TMaApFiEALw_wcB
- This is the same version of what I got, with just the harness
Awesome video! Not sure if I missed it, are you able to control this head unit with the on-wheel controls?
Hey Leonardo...yes you are, sorry, did not put that in video because my vehicle was bought as a "cheapie", lol, and didn't come with steering controls:-) Here is what it says in ad...
FM Range: 87.5~108MHz
With 18 preset stations

Original Steering Wheel Control
Support original car steering wheel learning
This function doesn't work if cars need a canbus
Thanks for reply!!!!
@@hurstysgarage If your HU has bluetooth, this could be a great addition to your steering wheel. It's low-energy bluetooth, so it doesn't take up the space of your phone connecting to your HU via bluetooth or anything, it's just an additional device that automatically connects. It goes on your steering wheel and gives you full control. I added it to my Ridgeline and it works flawlessly.
www.amazon.com/YOUNGFLY-Steering-Control-Wireless-Universal/dp/B0824YG8GQ/ref=pd_sbs_2?pd_rd_w=pEpxv&pf_rd_p=3ec6a47e-bf65-49f8-80f7-0d7c7c7ce2ca&pf_rd_r=H4T8JFT7EZ5TCT7FB93E&pd_rd_r=2dda5139-017e-4755-9ea0-6a6d728836b0&pd_rd_wg=Dj07C&pd_rd_i=B0824YG8GQ&psc=1
might try pin 3 and pin 11 on hondas
love the video! plan on doing this on my RL this month. I'm an audio noob, will I be able to hook this up to subs running a 500watt amp?
Should be no sweat...the head unit comes with a amp wire that you would tie into amp wire going to amp itself...then hook up all necessary wires like power positive to battery and ground from battery, speaker wires. Here is a link to help you out step by step...www.popularmechanics.com/cars/how-to/a10359/installing-a-diy-car-amplifier-16639127/
Thanks for comment, and let me know how it goes!
And make sure you have the right guage wire for amp and an inline fuse just in case of current overload (should come with amp but sometimes you buy amp second hand and you have to start from scratch)...heres a link to help you out with that...www.mtx.com/library-quality-wiring
thanks for replying! just an idea for a future video, make a video showing how the android unit looks in the dash and a link to that unit in the description? I found yours on amazon but it might help others out.
looking forward to your future content.
Great Work!!! I have the Stereo for the same car. How did you install the Dash Panel back after installing the Stereo. Can you share instructions or a video. would really appreciate it.
Hello Grimesh...that was the fun part! Sorry, I did not put that in video...it was a real pain to maneuver dash faceplate. What you want to do is allow for about an 3/4" to 1 1/2" gap between mounting faceplate and headunit to start...then when installing dash trim plate, make sure vehicle lever is still in D2, slide trim over shifter, then over and around stereo faceplate (this is hardest part, and make sure to try not to scratch front glass by keeping original protector plastic on screen), it will fit cause trim faceplate does bend and stretch ever so slightly. Then you are home free to pop on therside by window. The key is to leave enough space between stereo head unit screen face (apprx. 1") and mounting hardware face so you have enough room to work around mounting trim nd allowing also for trim face width:-)
@@hurstysgarage Hello. Thank for the detailed explanation and direction. I will try it out today. If successful shall share some pictures. Thank you once again
Very good video.i have a 2006 ridgeline and i want to do this too.can you tell me the link of the stereo?
Hikity 10.1 Inch Android Car Stereo with GPS Double Din Car Radio Bluetooth FM Radio Receiver Support WiFi Connect Mirror Link for Android/iOS Phone g.co/kgs/Kjvj5A
Your gonna love it Dave...just be advised the stupid thing went way up since I bought it!
Do I need to buy a Steering Wheel Control for this unit? My 05 Chrysler 300c has controls on the steering wheel.
Earth Angel, it has built in software app that is supposed to learn your controls (In settings menu).
Great series, I want to do this with my 2009 RL. What do I miss out on if I get the 1G+16G? And can you show what the finished product looks like in the dash, I can't see how well it fits. The straight on shot does not show much.
Sounds awesome A D HEATH...I don't think you will be dissapointed! I think when you get the 1Gb vs 2 might hinder your performance as far as speed is concerned...how much though I can not say. And, 16 vs the 32 area would not allow you to store as many songs or apps or games or video/pics. I guess it depends on how much you think you will use the screen mirror application so you are using phone, or whether you are using headunit mostly.
twitter.com/RockyMinnie1/status/1352403757015810049?s=09
twitter.com/RockyMinnie1/status/1352403875534233601?s=09
Here are links to a couple of pics I took of side and top:-) There is about a 3/4 " gap I left because otherwise it would be impossible to slip truck trim over head unit...the rest of the space around You can leave bare, cause you can't really tell...or you can put some type of black or grey trim...I used. Sponge like Styrofoam that I had just around radio so you could not see any seem:-)
Thank you for sharing! One question, how is the original volume control on your Honda steering wheel maintaining connect to the new touch screen unit? Is it the unit come with the compatibility to the steering wheel remote switch? Or need the specifics adapter on top of that?
The easy part for me was that I didn't have to worry about that, because my steering wheel does not have steering wheel control, LOL! Obviously you do, so you'll have to get an external module 2 sync those up...Metra ASWC-1 control interface:-)
@@hurstysgarage thank you for the value information 🙏
Your aux port is in the passenger side dash
I have ridgeline 2006 the GPS is obsolete. How can i update it?
I think your best option Manuel, is to replace the factory head unit, and replace it with a unit that has an updated GPS unit and setup/screen that you like. The hikity unit is a decent choice, but is not necessarily specific to the vehicle, so some modification is needed. I like to search Amazon with my specific year and make/model vehicle, to find the exact unit that will fit my vehicle, with the options that I prefer. Let me know what you finally decide on...cause it might help others out in the future. Thanks for the great question, and watching the video:-)
Thanks for your answer and check what to do although the most viable is to change everything and I will let you know
Question after you put the new stereo how you put back the panel if is smaller than the stereo???
Cesar...that's why I leave a 1/2" to 3/4" gap between stereo faceplate and mounting faceplate, so you can slide vehicle trim around stereo and then work it around and snap in...you will have a gap in the end depending on how close you were able to get it, that you can fill with black foam or other appropriate material to fill...but I was able to get it really tight.
@@hurstysgarage Hello, I have a 2008 as well. I was wandering if the 9" would fit better. Would it?
Can you put link that would fit 2008 Honda Ridgeline? I checked Hikkity page but does not show a fit for my 2008 Ridgeline! Thanks
Hey John C...great question...Amazon initially had this as a fit for my vehicle (08 ridgeline) when you input your vehicle for fitment, but now it states, "may not be compatible". So, I corresponded with Hikity, and they gave me this response...
A: Hi. To check if it fits your car, please measure the installation size and confirm the harness.
Main Screen Size: 250(W)*145(H)mm. With metal sheet fixed on, installation size: 180(W)*75(H)*70(D)mm.
It comes with a harness with naked wires, without connector.
Some cars need to buy a dash kit and dedicated harness/adapter if you want perfectly fitted.
I bought the aftermarket dash kit because their metal frame is not exact fit, and although I had to do some slight modification, it fits really well in the end. But yes, be advised, it is not an exact fitment (again, I had to modify their brackets by bending them straight a bit to fit with aftermarket kit), but wires and all electronics are not the issue.
Hope that answers your question:-)
I have a Honda Ridgeline 2006. I bought the 10.1 Hikity car stereo too. Please could you HELP me telling me the cables connection and where your connect it (in case):
1)The Yellow B+ go straight to car battery or to Yellow that say battery/constant 12v my harness is Harmony HA-701721
2)The Red ACC go to the Red ignition/switch from harness
3)The Black ground to the to the harness Black cable? or I have to take to the chassis?
4)The Brown cables (Key-1 and Key-2) some people say is for wheel steering bottoms.
Also, did you connect and where your connect (in case) the yellow cable (Memory) from harness.
I understand I don't have to connect the pink/white (Dimmer) cable. Please could you let me know. THANKS. You have a great video!
Hey Luis... hey partner, I answered number 4 question in your previous comment:-) and as far as number one and number three... I would use the harness to connect the wire to, instead of going to the battery for both those oh, but you can do that if you want it just means you have to run extra wire all the way over there, and it is not necessary so just connect those to the aftermarket harness wire with a corresponding yellow and red to red and black to Black... The other ways going straight to the battery creates a whole heck of a lot more work or connecting the ground to the chassis which is not necessary because the Aftermarket Wiring Harness goes into your factory harness which is connected to all the necessary spots:-) let me know how it goes but you are definitely on the right track and are doing exactly what you're supposed to be doing!
Thanks for vid!
No, THANK YOU for being able to put up with my "productions" 😆
glad to see your enjoying the Ridge.... :) Curious to know if your ridge came with a stock sub woofer(could not tell by your video)? because if it did you can actually hook it up to the your unit or any head aftermarket unit by connecting a small amp right in behind the radio space where the stock wires/harness is..... 😊
I also noticed you didn't setup a Bluetooth MIC for handsfree calling? is there not this option to connect a microphone on the back of these units? 🤷
It might have, but the previous owner went through this thing and took out a bunch of things and added a ton (it was used as a private security vehicle and they stripped it and put light bars and a bunch of cbs and extra radios), so when I got it, I pieced it back together with the original head I got from ebay before deciding to switch to the new one. I plan on in the future adding one in (sub), but this is my second vehicle...I use a little toyota Corolla for daily driver most of time during week for gas mileage and when I dont need to transport my family in comfort (toyotas pretty rough)!
The head unit has a built in mic so you don't have to mess with that...its all integrated internally...hands free calling with ease, so the Hikity gets an A+ for that option:-)
@@hurstysgarage phew!! Thanks good to know !! Keep the videos coming 👍🏽
Where is the link I’m how do install the camera?
Question how did you mount the radio, the dash panel opening is too small for the 10 in screen,for it to fit over what was your solution?
Sorry I see you covered this down the line,I didn't scroll far enough thanks for the vid
No problems Brent...Hope it worked out for ya! Let me know if you tried and accomplished it...good luck mate;-)
@@hurstysgarage it did but it's going to be a royal pain in the arse to remove for adding front cam. I've been asked by ATOTO for suggestions and I gave them a few.. one of them was to have a removable screen as the BOSS be-10 acp it would of been so much easier! Cheers
Thanks for the fb advice.
Having a lot of issues. Metal bracket on the radio doesn't match the black bracket from the installation kit. Someone please help
Hey Jeremy, don't threat, it will work...the 2 metal brackets in the dash kit are angled and you want them to be straight (so you will have to bend them)...then you can align holes with stereo and bracket easier and slide a couple of small nuts and bolts (which I think I used the bolts out of the original metal dash kit and some nuts I had from other projects, its been a little while though), and that should allow attachment to fstereo and faceplate bracket and allow you to position the right distance you want (1/2 to1") for ease of installing truck dash over stereo faceplate.
The screen looks out proportion, practically covering access to the compartment in confortable manner. Good job on the installation process though
Hey Yul...it is a BIG screen, you are right! It is definitely not for everyone, and would look more "streamline" with say like a 7" screen. Thanks for comment 😀👍
Would you mind telling me where you got that aftermarket wiring harness? Great video, keep up the good work! Not many RL videos out there..
Absolutely (thank you very much first off), and here is the link for just the harness...www.hifisoundconnection.com/Fits-Honda-Ridgeline-2005-2008-Factory-Radio-OEM-Original-Stereo-Wire-Harness-HA-711721-15?GoogleBaseFeed&gclid=Cj0KCQiAqdP9BRDVARIsAGSZ8AmNreClrrek78rYFdM8lQlJsJwGiGAtcJ_HOKFlMbA6obRfe4HA-TMaApFiEALw_wcB
And here is the link for the kit which I purchased because you got harness and dash install kit altogether...www.hifisoundconnection.com/Honda-Ridgeline-2005-2008-Double-DIN-Stereo-Harness-Radio-Install-Kit-Gray-SC2-RadioKit681?GoogleBaseFeed&gclid=Cj0KCQiAqdP9BRDVARIsAGSZ8An2rIiLdQdWmCfKe5C7MawzRkLHWpx44YabcGXT0IZ2mw_j7BeVJSYaAtwmEALw_wcB
Any other questions, don't hesitate to ask (and let me know how it goes:-)
@@hurstysgarage Thanks for the quick reply! Looking forward to more RL videos!
No sweat...not a lot of us RL guys out there compared to rest of truck society...we got to stick together!
@@hurstysgarage hey man the link you posted is a male not a female like the one you have in the video I bought it and put it all together then I found out that it was a male plug and had to return it.
What does the key 1 and 2 wire do?
Hey John...those are for the factory steering wheel controls (if so equiped, which my car did not come with).
How does the unit sound?
Hey Tiffany...thanks for comment! In my opinion, it sounds waaaay better than the stock one...at least for the price using existing stock set-up. Plus, you can't beat all the options...so yes, I highly recommend it...and you won't be dissapointed:-)
Thank you for the video!
I have a 2014 Ridgeline, after seeing your video, I'd decided to purchase the same touch screen. Before install this to my truck, I'm hoping if you or someone in here can tell me , if i want to keep my cd player, can that be possible?
Tia!
Hey Eddie...unfortunately, with this option, the cd player will have to go bye, bye. It is a tough choice I know...so think about it long and hard. Let me know what you decided:-)
Wat Cain radio or wats the radio name
Here is a link to the video of the review of the radio (Hikity) and all of the specs nelson:-)
ruclips.net/video/Qiytxiec2_k/видео.html
Thanks for watching and let me know if you decided to buy it or not.. I don't think you would be disappointed because so far it's been a great radio:-)
Can you watch videos on it?
Absolutely...you can even watch RUclips, Netflix, etc...It does not have a dvd player though:-( But I love this stereo so far!
Thanks for comment!
sHOW US HOW TO MOUNT A FRONT LICENSE PLATE WITH OUT HAVING TO DRILL HOLES.
Hey Bill...Is your front license plate mount holes being blocked by something...just need some more info?
@@hurstysgarage i figured it out. Those square things are caps with holes for the screws underneith
I figutrf it our. You just pop the squares out and behind them are holes already in place to place the screws . I feel dimb LOL
Jesus h Christ. 30 minutes and one of three. 🙄
I know, I know...I love to hear myself talk Robert 😆
Whatever you do, do not buy this radio for this vehicle. This is a shitstorm. This is not how a typical radio install goes