NOTICE: Please select your year and model for installation specific information and what factory features will continue working.
Radio Summary:
If you are looking to add Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to your Acura at an affordable price this BOSS Elite Apple CarPlay touchscreen double din radio is a great choice. It has Bluetooth, USB Media Playback, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and the option to add a backup camera or an aftermarket amplifier for subwoofers. What this radio doesn’t have is built in GPS, or Sirius XM capabilities. Installing this unit requires you to run a new microphone wire to the visor or other desired location. Also the USB inputs are at the back of the radio so you must run the extensions to an accessible location or flush mount USB ports somewhere in your dash. Our plug and play kit removes the need for any wiring so all you have to do is plug everything in. Our radio kit also allows you keep your factory steering wheel controls, amplifier, speakers and factory navigation in most Acura’s.
Who should buy this radio:
This radio is meant for those who want Apple CarPlay or Android Auto but don’t want to break the bank on buying a radio with those features. This radio also great for someone who wants Bluetooth audio streaming/calling and the ability to add a backup camera. The touchscreen on this radio is responsive and has nice colors so using it to control CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth is easy. The tactile buttons also are a great benefit of this radio. Almost all new aftermarket radios are incorporating capacitive touch buttons so its nice to have buttons you can feel and press down. Lastly this radio has an SD card slot so you can access your entire media collection instantly just by adding your SD card.
Who should look for something else:
If you are looking for built in GPS Guidance, Sirius XM capabilities, or Phone Mirroring this radio is not a good choice. This radio also isn’t suggested for those who want to run an aftermarket audio system. This radio works great with the factory audio system in the Acura TL, MDX and TSX but with aftermarket equipment this radio doesn’t have all the recommended settings to run multiple amplifiers. Installing a subwoofer amplifier is no problem but if you are planning to run a two or three amplifier system then we recommend a Kenwood radio instead.
About the BOSS Brand:
While BOSS has been in business for over 30 years some worry about quality of there products and opt for choosing a better recognized brand. The BOSS Elite line of products has really taken charge in the last couple of years and offers a fantastic value to those looking for a great inexpensive radio. BOSS offers a three year warranty on the BOSS elite line of radios so you can have peace of mind that your investment will be protected.
If you are looking to upgrade the factory amplifier in your Acura TL our plug and play amplifier is the perfect solution. The amplifier requires no additional power or ground lines. It connects to the factory connector going to your factory amplifier and brings your new subwoofer to life. This amplifier cannot be used the factory subwoofer. It will short the amplifier and ruin both the sub and amp.
We recommend pairing this amplifier with the kicker subwoofer we offer or another 2ohm sub that is free air capable. The power ratings of this amp are below. This is a mono block amplifier meant for the subwoofer only. It also comes with a bass knob to run to the dash so you can adjust the bass on the fly.
Power Ratings
200×1 @ 4 ohms
300×1 @ 2ohms.
This amplifier is installed in the factory location with the use of the 4 provided screws. Installing the amplifier requires either pulling the trunk lining or the rear seat. We also recommend you sound deaden the rear deck to stop or reduce any rattle.
The factory tweeters in your Honda/Acura are clipped into place with three distinct clips. New tweeters don’t have these clips which makes installation hard. There is no way to mount the new tweeter to the existing tweeter housing without cutting or gluing. These tweeter cups hold an aftermarket tweeter and clip right into the factory housing to make installation simple and secure.
The cups can only hold a tweeter that is less than or equal to 1/2″. The JBL and Infinity tweeters fit perfectly but the PIONEER, Kicker, SKAR and many other tweeters are too big.
Install a new amplifier in your 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 Acura TL without navigation with our amp bypass. The first connector in this bypass receives the signal from the factory radio and provides you with a remote output and 6 RCA outputs The second connector provides you a connection to all of the speakers available in the vehicle.
20 Pin Grey Connector has the following:
- FL RCA
- FR RCA
- RL RCA
- RR RCA
- SUB RCA
- CENTER RCA
- Remote ON
18 Pin Grey Connector has the following:
- SUB Speaker Wire Pair
- FL Speaker Wire Pair
- FR Speaker Wire Pair
- CNT Speaker Wire Pair
- RR Speaker Wire Pair
- RL Speaker Wire Pair
If you are looking to upgrade the speakers in your Acura this package contains everything you will need to upgrade all of the speakers. This upgrade works with the factory amplifier or aftermarket amplifiers. These speakers come with the necessary accessories to make installation plug and play. There is no need for wire cutting/splicing or metal bending/cutting.
If you are looking to upgrade the speakers in your Acura this package contains everything you will need to upgrade all of the speakers. This upgrade works with the factory amplifier or aftermarket amplifiers. These speakers come with the necessary accessories to make installation plug and play. There is no need for wire cutting/splicing or metal bending/cutting.
If you are looking to upgrade the speakers in your TL this package contains everything you will need to upgrade all of the speakers. This upgrade works with the factory amplifier or aftermarket amplifiers. These speakers come with the necessary accessories to make installation plug and play. There is no need for wire cutting/splicing or metal bending/cutting.
If you want to simplify installing an aftermarket in dash stereo receiver in your 2nd generation Acura TL covering years 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003. Then this radio installation kit is complete with everything you will need to install a new stereo in your Acura TL. This kit includes the necessary components to complete the installation and is already wired for your specific radio so all you have to do is plug everything in and start enjoying your new radio.
The harness provided in this kit is wired with all the connections needed to install your aftermarket radio and will allow you to retain the factory amplifier, subwoofer, steering wheel controls and navigation. This kit is used for vehicles both with and without navigation.
The components included in this complete install kit are:
- Radio Specific Wiring Harness
- ABS Molded Dash Kit
- 20 Pin Blue Radio Harness
- 15 Pin Green Radio Harness
- AXSWC Steering Wheel Control Module
If you are having trouble wiring a new aftermarket radio in your 2nd Generation Acura TL spanning years 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 then this custom made wiring harness will help. After placing your order we will create a custom wiring harness for your exact radio installation. The custom harness will allow you to install a new aftermarket radio without the need for any wire splicing or wire tapping. This harness will allow you to have a plug and play installation for your Acura TL with a supported compatible radio. A parking bypass is highly recommended with your order if your radio brand is Pioneer, Kenwood or Alpine. You can learn more about the bypass and add one to your cart using this link.
Our plug and play harness integrates with the factory amplifier to retain your front door speakers, rear door speakers and the factory subwoofer. Our custom harness allows your factory navigation and touchscreen to continue to function with an aftermarket radio . Included in our harness are the necessary two connectors for your Acura TL and the radio specific connector that will plug into the back of your radio. Our harness uses a combination of speaker wire lines and RCAs to power your speakers and factory subwoofer. We also add the connector for the AXSWC steering wheel control interface so you can retain your factory steering wheel controls if desired. The AXSWC is an additional purchase it is not included. The wiring for the AXSWC is completed so if you do purchase it you can just plug it in.
In order for your aftermarket radio to be compatible with this harness it must have at least 2 RCA outputs for audio. Also the brand of the aftermarket radio must appear in the selection menu of this listing. If you are unsure if your radio qualifies please call us at 877-542-2872
In order to complete your order we may need your radios model number please include it in the billing checkout notes or if you forget please include a valid phone number where me may reach you in case of any questions.
FAQ.
- Will this allow me to keep my factory navigation working with a new aftermarket radio?
– Yes your factory navigation will continue to work but there will be no audio prompts. - Can I add an amplifier and subwoofers with your harness?
– Yes you can. You will just need run your RCAs to the back of the radio and wire tap the blue or blue/white wire of the harness. - Can I add a backup camera with your harness?
– Yes just follow the instructions provided in the radios owners manual or the cameras manual to complete the installation. - Can I use a random radio I found on Amazon or eBay that has an unknown brand?
– Most likely not. If the radio you purchased on Amazon is less than $100 it most likely won’t have all the features and ports needed for you to complete the installation. - Do I get to keep all my speakers?
– Yes all speakers are retained, except for the center dash speaker. - Do I get to keep my steering wheel controls?
-Yes but an additional part is required. The AXSWC you can find it here. You will get to keep volume up, volume down, next, prev and mode. The call control buttons will not be retained.
*When replacing the factory radio in your Acura you will lose the factory Equalizer, HFL and CD changer. *
When installing an aftermarket radio in your 2nd generation Acura TL this harness allows you to retain the factory amplifier and the Bose subwoofer that powers it. The amplifier in your 1999-2003 Acura TL is only responsible for powering the subwoofer. The radio along with the EQ behind it power the speakers in the vehicle. This harness plugs in at the EQ behind the factory radio when installing an aftermarket radio.
Looking for a replacement sub woofer for your Acura that fits in the factory location? This is it! When replacing your factory subwoofer the three main challenges are that it must be a free air subwoofer as the factory subwoofer is not fully enclosed, that it must be 8 inches and not exceed 6 inches in depth and that it must have a final impedance of two ohms. This subwoofer meets two of those criteria and fits into the factory location with the use of an adapter bracket.
This subwoofer can be used with the factory amp but it is 4ohms. This means that if used with the factory amplifier it may result in less overall volume from the subwoofer. We recommend you sound deaden the rear deck and the rear deck cover to reduce rattle.
This package comes with the adapter needed to mount the aftermarket sub in the factory location and a harness to connect to the factory subwoofer connector so the install is as easy as possible. This subwoofer has the following properties
- 4-ohm impedance
- polypropylene cone with rubber surround
- power handling: 200 watts RMS (800 watts peak)
- frequency response: 38-200 Hz
- sensitivity (2.83V at 1 meter): 88 dB
Are you looking to replace the subwoofer in your Acura TL? The second generation Acura TL is equipped with a 9 inch free air subwoofer on the rear deck. This subwoofer mounts with 4 ears which means a traditional subwoofer will not mount correctly without you either making an adapter or drilling into metal on a weird angle.
Our subwoofer spacer makes it easy to install to mount a new 8 inch subwoofer in the factory factory location. The clearance for a subwoofer in the factory location is less than 3 inches only extremely slim subwoofers will fit in this location unless you cut the factory metal trim below the subwoofer. There is no need for a speaker wire harness when swapping the sub as it uses standard speaker spade terminals.
