How to wire an aftermarket radio / I Demo install with metra harness and antenna adapter

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In this video I explain in detail how to wire up your metra / scosche (aftermarket) side stereo harnes into the stock plug and go over the antenna adapters too.
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  • @Snailmailtrucker
    @Snailmailtrucker4 жыл бұрын

    GREAT INSTRUCTIVE VIDEOS! You're a Natural Instructor...Direct...To the Point...NO BS ! Our Nation's Tech Schools need People like you ! Liked/Subscribed !

  • @Lesscoelectronics

    @Lesscoelectronics

    4 жыл бұрын

    thanks

  • @psxpsnation
    @psxpsnation9 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot for putting this video together. You made the directions I have on paper much easier to understand. It's overwhelming at first when you see so many colors. I just need to do one color at a time and get all the tools together first! Thanks again!

  • @betterffd
    @betterffd9 жыл бұрын

    After the half dozen audio installs I've watched, this was by far the most helpful. Many thanks!

  • @danwilson1068
    @danwilson10682 жыл бұрын

    Excellent. Nice commentary / conversation while you are working.

  • @mel30ish1
    @mel30ish110 жыл бұрын

    You're amazing, I watched 5 bloody installation videos before I came to yours damn it. Five minutes into this vid I got it, it all clicked. I am the most female amateur electrician you will ever find and you made it click for me. Perfect thankyou!

  • @dsiboy1
    @dsiboy19 жыл бұрын

    I just wanted to thank you a million times over because I was able to hook up my radio from watching your video. This video explains everything step by step with not one unanswered question. Thank you. You saved me money. I will subscribe.

  • @Skrill3x24
    @Skrill3x248 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Cleared up any doubts I had about installing my new stereo

  • @ericrhodes9467
    @ericrhodes94675 жыл бұрын

    Best part about your instructions was just telling us novices that the harness connects to the one from the aftermarket radio lol. I didnt want to take the leap and solder them together if that wasnt where I was sure it went. And you're very clear, good pacing and you got jokes lol "You're a wise guy huh?"

  • @peterelsenheimer6328
    @peterelsenheimer632810 жыл бұрын

    Excellent. Just what I needed about the basic understanding of this process. Good explanations. Good lighting and sound. Video blurry for closeups, but I still understood what was going on. Thank you for doing this.

  • @hmichaelr1
    @hmichaelr19 жыл бұрын

    Even with the out-of-focus condition, I learned more from watching this video than I did from the first 7 or 8 I watched posted by others.... thanks a million! What I am still not quite comfortable with is mounting the new radio in the vehicle. The old radio in my '02 Odyssey has two brackets that are each secured to the sides of the radio chassis with screws, rather than sliding into a rectangular bezel. My quest for knowledge continues...

  • @HangOnThereSlick
    @HangOnThereSlick6 жыл бұрын

    Thank god for this video. The other ones ive watched either show nothing or explain nothing. This is the only video I'm able to find that gives me the info I need and it show me what to do

  • @izcoronel
    @izcoronel3 жыл бұрын

    there's nothing wrong the way you do your job you don't have to justify it your just trying to help more power to your channel i thank you

  • @MrRichmarc
    @MrRichmarc10 жыл бұрын

    you had the easiest video to understand and go step by with thanks really wanted to learn this

  • @B17loves13
    @B17loves1311 жыл бұрын

    Never mind, i just connected them as shown and it works!! The wiring on the car factory harness threw me off, but a little common sense and everythinf works. Your video sure helped me out alot. Thanx

  • @Itdontmatter69
    @Itdontmatter698 жыл бұрын

    I just installed a after market stereo in a 2011 Dodge Avenger, very challenging I will say, but I found this video and it was very helpful, it was the orange wires that confused me, and as for the stupid antenna..didn't pick up an adapter,didn't realize they were different now i have to remove the radio to install it when ever it comes, thanks for the help,guys like you should be thanked more for taking the time to post these videos

  • @isotop235
    @isotop2358 жыл бұрын

    Just followed your great video. I used the single crimp method and no stress plus it was quick and easy. Did it right at my kitchen island while watching TV. Everythingh plugged right in. Odd but there was a separate harness with 2 wires from the back of the Mountaineer(2002)in their own harness. I just discarded the harness and everything is still working. Thanks

  • @johnsnow5167
    @johnsnow51676 жыл бұрын

    Bravo 👏. Thanks for this video! My dad and I are about to tackle this soon on his Jeep and you just saved us a headache with antennae tip. Thank you sir

  • @KaiDraegon
    @KaiDraegon8 жыл бұрын

    thank you for the thorough explanation of what each pair of wires did! I was able to track down the reason why my speakers weren't working properly.

  • @TheClayDale
    @TheClayDale6 жыл бұрын

    Such a courteous gentleman with the free information and all ... Many thanks

  • @pbcummins58
    @pbcummins587 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely Fantastic! You make it so simple. Thank you for your great viv, viv, viv,video! Took all the mystery out of a scary job. My hat is off to you.

  • @deanereade3828
    @deanereade38282 ай бұрын

    Thank You !!! Very Straight Foward and to the point :)

  • @kfresh8
    @kfresh811 жыл бұрын

    Finally someone on KZread that can actually make sense of connecting the harness I was so confused until I watched this vid thanks

  • @Perumet
    @Perumet10 жыл бұрын

    Neeever mind! I discovered Metra :) Anyhow, this video is extremely helpful, and soon I'll be installing a Pioneer DEH-150MP with no stress thanks to your explaining of everything.

  • @gorge464
    @gorge46410 жыл бұрын

    This literally is the best radio wiring guide I have seen, thank you so much.

  • @lilausdude14
    @lilausdude1410 жыл бұрын

    hey im glad you made this video. I just bought a kenwood stereo for my 93 dodge and this helped me a lot with knowing how the wiring works!!! Thanks for this vid, I'm going to subscribe to you for more advice just incase!!!

  • @biffbaffboof
    @biffbaffboof11 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Extremely helpful. I watched your video, then went out and installed my new stereo without any problems!

  • @nosajtrebor1
    @nosajtrebor111 жыл бұрын

    Great job! Finally a no nonsense, easily understood approach to harnesses. I now have the confidence to do the job myself rather than pay big money to have it done. Cheers from down under.

  • @geekchristian
    @geekchristian10 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, I like the fact you called out the colored wires and where they go!

  • @mikefeeney4976
    @mikefeeney497611 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video. I followed your instuctions exactly and had a easy and fun experience trading out a stock 2001 Toyota Tacoma stock Double Din radio for a new Pioneer. Couldn't have been easier thanks to this video.

  • @amitrege7289
    @amitrege72899 жыл бұрын

    Just came upon this video. Very nice. Sometimes the focus was lost because the camera kept the head unit in focus and not the foreground. But I loved the explanation for the wires and the fact that unmatched wires can be crimped up. Thank you!

  • @eganliam
    @eganliam10 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! The installation took little longer than expected, but for my first time, it was a success!

  • @unrolodeporai
    @unrolodeporai12 жыл бұрын

    this is probably the most detailed and easiest instructional video to follow on here. thank you for posting. very helpfull

  • @lilblue101
    @lilblue1014 жыл бұрын

    Lol I like this channel this guy talk's you straight up if you don't like it then leave !

  • @robertmcdonald5444
    @robertmcdonald54446 жыл бұрын

    thanks yourg man, I like how professionally you put it together, and simple explaination your the best

  • @joemoreno1843
    @joemoreno18439 жыл бұрын

    After a 100 vids yours it's the best great job man

  • @terrybacon8385
    @terrybacon838510 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, worked great on my '87 Ford F250 with a Kenmore radio from my Toyota.

  • @javiermichel784
    @javiermichel78411 жыл бұрын

    i bought a car from this guy, took of the radio to see how the wired were connected turns out that this fool cut the original hardness and attached the new aftermarket hardness... thanks for posting this video i will do things the right way

  • @da13solar
    @da13solar9 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Simple and to the point. 5-stars!!

  • @terrymcconnell16
    @terrymcconnell1611 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your clear instructions. I have the harness but was not sure about the antenna adaptor. Saved me lost time.

  • @lesliechan31
    @lesliechan3110 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for explaining the orange wires and black wire. Cleared up a lot! :)

  • @ARandomGuy13
    @ARandomGuy1311 жыл бұрын

    I would like to thank you so much this video gave me all the information on how to wire up my new radio

  • @kenrose6778
    @kenrose6778 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. You are the only one that made me understand. Great job.

  • @petercollins17
    @petercollins173 жыл бұрын

    youre a hoot and you are absolutely right about crimp caps . you turned me onto using those and they are the best thing since sliced bread. i was using solder and shrink tubes , what a pain in the ass.

  • @prettyinpink2b
    @prettyinpink2b8 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this tutorial! installing my own aftermarket stereo on my 2004 ford explorer.

  • @jhgodwin5540
    @jhgodwin554010 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the no nonsense Video.... got my harness schematic ready to knock this out and save a few bucks !

  • @jordanfizer4485
    @jordanfizer448510 жыл бұрын

    Most helpful understanding stereo video that I've seen

  • @BigtownRooster
    @BigtownRooster10 жыл бұрын

    Hey man, that was really informative. Thanks!

  • @WilliamRivera1968
    @WilliamRivera196811 жыл бұрын

    I agree with you about the solderless connectors. They work faster, cleaner and better for stereo installation. Great video. Thank you for posting.

  • @imicheleee6040
    @imicheleee604011 жыл бұрын

    I just wired mine myself thanks to your video. If nothing goes wrong within a week, I'll be extremely happy that I didn't pay Best Buy an extra $60 to do it. Just a little tip for anyone who gets Pioneer DEH-150MP, the purple wires on the unit's harness don't look very different. You have to look hard to see the black strip going down one of the wires. At least I had to anyway. Thanks for the video!

  • @elcimarron1917
    @elcimarron19177 жыл бұрын

    Clear, succinct instructions. Very helpful. Thanks

  • @randallewebb
    @randallewebb11 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man for this tutorial. I am buying an old Toyota Camry and the radio in it is completely shot. I will be able to do this in 1 hour over the weekend. Thanks for being so willing to share.

  • @gcgc8732
    @gcgc87329 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this accurate video much appreciate it i am changing out a OEM stereo from a 2011 Chevy Malibu this weekend if i have any questions i will let you know thanks again very informative.

  • @Ed-sc6cf
    @Ed-sc6cf7 жыл бұрын

    appreciate you taking the time , it was very helpful

  • @yungmexican32
    @yungmexican3210 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much man, did use those crimp caps. It looked beautiful Thankyou once again!

  • @jhoneveryman2052
    @jhoneveryman205212 жыл бұрын

    great video i was stuck on my installation, coincidentally i was replacing the same radio you were working on ( the stock chevy). look forward to more videos from you.

  • @marcussimmons9856
    @marcussimmons98566 жыл бұрын

    This video is great and straight to the point. Love the crimp cap comment. 👍

  • @Lesscoelectronics
    @Lesscoelectronics11 жыл бұрын

    Im glad I could help someone out today

  • @drered972

    @drered972

    3 жыл бұрын

    I am very Happy you made this video. I Feel very confident now my stereo system is coming in. Thank you

  • @eduardocarranza7172

    @eduardocarranza7172

    2 жыл бұрын

    I need serious help on my 2002 Chevy Silverado

  • @anthonywarthen2875
    @anthonywarthen287510 жыл бұрын

    Dude thanks very much for the instruction video, this was helpful, Keep being helpful to society.

  • @di9italzero500
    @di9italzero5008 жыл бұрын

    Awesome videos! Thanks for info. You saved me so loot at the custom shop

  • @Welcome2NewYork
    @Welcome2NewYork10 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your time and effort making videos. Greatly appreciated. When you come across it in your business, perhaps you can show what you do in a situation similar to what I faced when I bought my 92 Mercedes. The aftermarket radio and amp and subwoofer were removed, actually "ripped out" is more accurate, from the car before I got it. So in my center console is not a nice OEM or even aftermarket connector: just a dozen and a half cut wires of multitude of colors; RCA plugs leading to the trunk, and speaker wires which is unknown where they lead to. So I have no idea where to begin to figure out how to install another stereo system in my car. Perhaps when you come across a rat's nest of wires in a customer's car you can make a video which shows how you figure out which wire goes to which component.

  • @KeepPushin1995

    @KeepPushin1995

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good point bro

  • @grllaspeak
    @grllaspeak10 жыл бұрын

    Axxess CHTO-01-amplifier interface harness for cars with premium audio. 2006 dodge magnum rt with Boston acoustics sound system. You seem like the guy that would help us out with a video install. Great video by the way

  • @oshane2012
    @oshane201211 жыл бұрын

    this video is a godsend I'm eternally grateful - cheers

  • @enochwksog7039
    @enochwksog70394 жыл бұрын

    Bless brother and very great natural explanination. Hope you have a very bless life

  • @DaveRan2010
    @DaveRan201010 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the info, I really appreciate it.

  • @zipvio2995
    @zipvio299510 жыл бұрын

    thanks for the info and great video. It saved me money and very helpful.

  • @regsaint
    @regsaint9 жыл бұрын

    These are fantastic videos . Much appreciated.

  • @topgear149
    @topgear14910 жыл бұрын

    great job man, thanks for explaining it!

  • @mzldad
    @mzldad10 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, that was very helpful.

  • @bradydixon1
    @bradydixon111 жыл бұрын

    Dude this is great, literally just taught me how to do this. I have to install a new Kenwood this weekend in my infiniti, and finally get rid of the old crappy bose receiver.

  • @kenmc9049
    @kenmc904910 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! Huge help, thanks!!!

  • @LuisHernandez-lw1ir
    @LuisHernandez-lw1ir8 жыл бұрын

    great video, clear must of my questions

  • @raywelcome7744
    @raywelcome77448 жыл бұрын

    Thank you that helped others confused me!!

  • @brookemperry
    @brookemperry8 жыл бұрын

    This was a big help. Thanks!

  • @stephan6117
    @stephan611711 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much this really helped me out and saved me a lot of money.

  • @juanlainez805
    @juanlainez8053 жыл бұрын

    Thanks that was a great video very helpful.

  • @kennaonefeather4141
    @kennaonefeather41418 жыл бұрын

    this guy talking is funny. it makes sense to me now. and i got a great laugh out of it too. thank you for the explaination.

  • @gladwinchemmannur1110
    @gladwinchemmannur11107 жыл бұрын

    well done....this video has helped me a lot.... thank you

  • @NYSHARK101
    @NYSHARK10111 жыл бұрын

    good instructional , , your electronic theory is correct, older gm cars need a constant 12volt feed to new radio or else once you activate the interior lights and dimmer power is fed to existing dashboard harness and radio cuts out.. Also butt splic crimps make a neater job . then put a heat shrink over that ,

  • @martiincouture2679
    @martiincouture267911 жыл бұрын

    really good self explanatory video! awesome job

  • @XDrifter2
    @XDrifter211 жыл бұрын

    Awesome This video answered all my questions. I'm no longer ignorant

  • @danieljorgenson3646
    @danieljorgenson364611 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for making this video. I appreciate the fact you didn't rush through the installation (like showing off how fast you can install a head unit). What would be the point in a how-to video if you did that? Very down to earth with the side comments. I would have laughed my ass off if you actually answered the phone. Thank you again.

  • @VicariousYank
    @VicariousYank11 жыл бұрын

    Never used crimp caps before but I like the idea of it and your logic. Gonna try this go around. Thanks!

  • @hogan3x
    @hogan3x2 жыл бұрын

    very good video great explanation!

  • @chrisjohnson3383
    @chrisjohnson33833 жыл бұрын

    best video yet thank you

  • @raptortomcat
    @raptortomcat11 жыл бұрын

    Great video. You do an awesome job explaining.

  • @stevetilk4926
    @stevetilk49267 жыл бұрын

    Nicely done. Thanks for shout us how to do it.

  • @larrycerezo7938
    @larrycerezo793812 жыл бұрын

    nice lessco i really appreciate ur videos bro.. im actually repairing myself for MECP TEST mobile electronics.. learn from ur installations!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @bencrosbie
    @bencrosbie11 жыл бұрын

    Great demonstration that's a thumbs up from me. its much simpler than I though. I think your way is the best way anyways. Thanks for this video I enjoyed it.

  • @ericshaw6278
    @ericshaw62788 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Thanks helped a lot

  • @BlitzSoccerPL
    @BlitzSoccerPL11 жыл бұрын

    thank you i did that and everything worked out just fine. radio sounds 10x better:)

  • @pmhandy62
    @pmhandy629 жыл бұрын

    eres de lo mejor amigo muy inteligente opps you are the best thanks for de video

  • @andrewthorpe7617
    @andrewthorpe76179 жыл бұрын

    Great video! !!no wasting time!!thanks! !!!

  • @expocon1
    @expocon17 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot,it was very helpful .

  • @fideljuarez9335
    @fideljuarez93359 жыл бұрын

    I'm a Mecp certified professional.. Crimp caps are definitely the way to go

  • @donaldwilson4780
    @donaldwilson478010 жыл бұрын

    Hey man the caps you use is the smartest way after you connect the wires

  • @Lesscoelectronics

    @Lesscoelectronics

    10 жыл бұрын

    they are 14-18 gauge size crimp caps

  • @new18alex
    @new18alex11 жыл бұрын

    I watched this after I did my stereo and I did mine just like yours, and by far the

  • @jewllake
    @jewllake11 жыл бұрын

    @8:17 my favorite part LOL. thanks for taking the time to share!

  • @arnieg1703
    @arnieg17037 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!! That was wonderful

  • @KindCreature1
    @KindCreature111 жыл бұрын

    I didn't know those kind of connectors existed! Thanks for the tip. Just installed my new deck with the 'butt connectors', but like yours better.

  • @ghettochild974
    @ghettochild97411 жыл бұрын

    i use crimp caps also cuz its fast and easy plus there cheap!! i'm a audio installer myself its my hobby and something i love doing!!. i love the video.

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