Car Stereos

If you want to replace the factory radio in your Chevy vehicle with an aftermarket version, you first need to unlock and remove the old radio. While there are similarities in the procedure between...

Replacing your car's audio receiver is usually the first step in building a new stereo system. While car audio shops can charge an arm and a leg to install your new stereo, you can often hook it...

Car speakers alone will only provide so much in the way of quality and volume. For a truly powerful and complete sound, audio enthusiasts power their speakers with an amplifier. To supply your...

The first thing that most people do to their car or truck is install a new car stereo. That's not only because of how easy they are to install at home with minimal tools, but also because of the...

The Chevy Avalanche was introduced in 2002. It shares most of its interior components with the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks. The second-generation Avalanche was introduced in 2007,...

The Pionner DEH-1700 is an in-dash car stereo with a detachable faceplate. If you've recently installed the system in your vehicle, you'll need to program some of its options. If you're battery...

A key component to a quality car stereo is the amplifier. When installing an amplifier, you need to locate a suitable path for laying the main power wire (or hot wire), from the battery to the...

BMW owners have many options when it comes to factory installed audio systems. There are also even more options for aftermarket stereos and other media. When upgrading or repairing your BMW...

The most popular and easiest aftermarket upgrade for Sebring owners is the addition of a CD player. There are specific steps necessary to perform the switch from the factory-installed stereo...

Installing new speakers into a Toyota Corolla, including the removal of the current speakers, is a bit more difficult than with other vehicles. This is because the speakers in a Corolla are more...

The first modification most people do to their vehicle is to install a custom stereo. It seems like a daunting task, but with the help of modern tools and parts that make installation easier, the...

Upgrading your car with a high quality car stereo, means that you're going to get a better sound, and better feeling when driving your ride. But if you don't have the proper power to back it up,...

This will show you how to take a factory stereo out and install a new stereo/cd player

It is time to get to the radio but you have forgotten how. I had to do it the hard way. Just follow these steps with a little patience and perseverance and you will do it the easy way.

One of the most common aftermarket additions to any vehicle is the upgrade to the stereo system. The 1998 Ford Mustang is a vehicle designed to make the upgrade relatively simple. You can choose...

In many cases, when upgrading you car stereo system, you may find the need to install two amplifiers. When your system includes a subwoofer, a second amplifier means having the full power of each...

The Chevrolet Astro van has multiple radio speakers at numerous locations. If you need to remove any of the speakers, you need to know the specific removal instructions for each one. Some of these...

While there have been many different Corvettes on the market, radio removal in the C4 and C5 will give you a good idea of how to remove a Corvette radio. Removing the radio in the C4 Corvette and...

Probably the most common aftermarket addition to a vehicle is the stereo. Some makes and models are designed with the idea in mind that at some point, the owner will choose to upgrade the audio...

The Cressida was Toyota's premium vehicle in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The 1990 Cressida was the second year model after a substantial redesign. This would be the last redesign the Cressida...

Some Toyota Camrys are sold with Sirius Satellite Radio devices installed. But for some, adding Sirius to your Camry remains an aftermarket option. The ideal location for mounting is on the...

Audi is well-known for building high-quality luxury vehicles. Luxury vehicles tend to be complicated and more expensive to work on; this is not true when it comes to the Audi radio. Radios in Audi...

If you need to remove the speakers for your Nissan vehicle's stereo, know that their locations can vary depending on the type of vehicle you have. Almost all vehicles have speakers in the front...

When upgrading a Saturn audio system, there are three areas of immediate concern: the stereo deck, the speakers and the amplifier. The stereo deck and speakers require changes in hardware at a...

Saturn owners have a platform that allows for a moderate challenge in upgrading with aftermarket audio wares. When upgrading a stereo system, the speakers, the stereo deck itself and the...

When you have a vehicle with a lot of electrical demands, you want to keep an eye on how much power your alternator is putting out to the battery. The easy way to do that is to wire a gauge for...

With the many options out there, sometimes it can be overwhelming to try and pick out a car stereo. With the advice you get from salespeople, friends, and the internet, it can be difficult to...

The radio (head unit) on a Subaru Outback Legacy is mounted in the dash just above the center console. If your factory-equipped radio is broken, you may wish to replace it. In addition,...

Installing a new stereo is one of the simplest upgrades a car owner can perform. It seems like an involved and technical process, but with a few basic principals, most people can perform stereo...

One of the first areas car owners focus on when performing aftermarket upgrades is the stereo. While there are many options from which to choose, discriminating audio enthusiasts from all walks...

Finding the right combination of speaker wires can be difficult when you're dealing with unmarked, after market wire. Here is a simple solution.

Occasionally it is necessary to replace your car stereo speakers. Whether you need to replace a blown speaker or you are upgrading your system, speaker removal and installation varies among...

The Ford Focus is a vehicle that meets the needs of a wide variety of car owners. It comes in sporty trims and has good fuel efficiency. When Focus owners choose to upgrade their stock audio...

There are three major areas of concern when creating a quality car audio system. The speakers and the stereo deck need to be upgraded from the factory installed units, and an amplifier should be...

A car volt amp gauge -- or ammeter -- is a good way to keep an eye on your vehicle's electrical system. If the voltage drops, you may have a battery or an alternator problem, or if it spikes, you...

Removing speakers from your car's door is usually a simple process depending on the make, model and year of your car. Some speakers are easily accessible because their covers pry off with a...

Most vehicles these days are equipped with a standard CD player, but it's not that difficult to install one yourself. The installation can be done in about an hour with the proper tools and...

Speakers are integral to any sound system, including that of a car audio system. This has grown to be an overlooked, underappreciated luxury for anyone who has not driven a vehicle without a radio...

There are multiple components of your Dodge truck's radio that you may need or choose to remove for possible replacement. There is the main radio within the dashboard, the speakers within the dash...

Honda obviously listened to disgruntled Civic owners when the company redesigned the Civic in 2001. One of the largest complaints about the previous-generation Civic was how difficult and...

Looking for your cars wiring diagram? Or perhaps a car stereo wiring diagram? Installing electronics can be complicated even for a professional electrician at times. Here are some tips on how to...

There are many reasons you might want to install a new stereo into your Volvo S70. Whether you are replacing a malfunctioning system or upgrading to an aftermarket deck, installing a stereo is a...

Aftermarket audio systems are popular among drivers who are looking to improve the sound quality in their cars. The difficulty of connecting a new audio system can vary, depending on if you are...

Changing the stock radio into something with more uses and options is one of the most popular aftermarket options for car owners. In the case of the Subaru Forester, which for many years came...

Put a new battery in your older Mitsubishi? Blow a fuse, or just putting the factory radio back in, and now it doesn't work? It isn't broken. DO NOT pay a dealer, or a web site for the code....

Ford has a wide variety of options for its vehicles' stereos. From DVD navigation to satellite radio, you can outfit your car or truck with a system suited to your own needs and tastes. Save...

Toyota's luxury line of vehicles; Lexus, combines the Japanese automaker's track record of durability with elegance and premier styling. When performing maintenance or aftermarket upgrades,...

Installing a subwoofer and amplifier, although often time-consuming, is simple in a Volkswagen Jetta MK III. The interior and, more importantly, the way the interior comes apart, gives even the...

Wiring a car stereo may seem like a daunting task, but in reality, it's not that difficult. Once you do it the first time, it will become easier thereafter. Connecting a car amp is no different,...

The Subaru Outback Sport may have a faulty radio unit in it if you've owned the vehicle for any number of years. While the factory unit is not of low quality, its electrical components eventually...