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Acura ILX TL TSX TLX RL RLX Factory 8 Inch Subwoofer PNP Upgrade Package

This subwoofer package includes the Kicker 8 inch subwoofer, the subwoofer mounting bracket, and the subwoofer wiring to make installation plug and play. This subwoofer can work with the factory amplifier or our plug and play amplifiers. This subwoofer package works with the following Acuras. Acura TL from years 2009 to 2014, Acura TSX from 2009 to 2014, Acura ILX from years 2013 to 2022, Acura TLX from years 2015 to 2020 and Acura RLX from years 2014 to 2020. This subwoofer package will work for on a base, premium or ELS sound system . Our subwoofer packages ship next day and arrive within 3-5 business days to most US states. Your subwoofer is covered with a one year warranty. If you have a 2021 or 2022 Acura ILX please choose the 2020 option from the dropdown.

While this subwoofer upgrade package won’t rattle the windshield in your car it does provide better bass response than the factory subwoofer. If your factory subwoofer is blown the difference in bass output will be extreme. If you are looking to get the most out of this subwoofer upgrade we also recommend upgrading the amplifier that powers this subwoofer. You can save your self some money by installing this subwoofer yourself following the guides below. If you want to have this subwoofer installed professionally it is about 2 hours of installation time on the Acuras mentioned above.

When replacing your factory subwoofer there are three main specifications your new must subwoofer must meet. One is that it must be a free air subwoofer as the factory subwoofer is not fully enclosed. The second is that it must be 8 inches and not exceed 6 inches in depth so that it may fit in the factory location. The last specification is that its final impedance must be two ohms to not cause any issues with the factory amplifier. This Kicker subwoofer meets all of those specifications and fits into the factory location with the use of our adapter bracket. The kicker subwoofer also has a flat surround which stops it from rubbing against the rear deck.

In order to achieve the best bass output we recommend applying sound treatment to the rear deck and the rear deck cover. This sound treatment is to minimize rattle and increase acoustical output to your ears. The sound treatment is an additional purchase. We offer some options you can check them out here.

Installation

To install the subwoofer upgrade you will need to remove the rear seats if they do not fold down. You will then need to remove the C-Pillar covers, and the rear deck cover. The tools you will need include a ratchet, ratchet extensions, a 10mm socket, a panel removal tool, a clip removal tool and a towel or blanket to protect parts of your interior. If you are completing the install your self and its the first time removing the rear seats, we suggest setting aside 2-4 hours to complete the installation. If you are looking for instructions you will find them down below. If you have questions regarding installation or the product please call us at 877-542-2872.

If you are looking to install a different subwoofer but need the adapter bracket you can find it here.

2009 – 2014 Acura TSX Instructions

2010 – 2014 Acura TL Instructions

2013 – 2022 Acura ILX instructions

2015 – 2022 Acura TLX Instructions

2014 – 2022 Acura RLX Instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Is this subwoofer louder than the factory subwoofer?
    A: Yes this subwoofer is slightly louder than the factory because it is more efficient.
  2. Does this subwoofer handle more power than the factory subwoofer?
    A: Yes this subwoofer is rated for 200W RMS
  3. How much power does the factory amplifier output to the subwoofer?
    A: About 50-60 Watts
  4. If I install this subwoofer will it shake my car?
    A: This subwoofer has the potential to shake your car but it will need another amplifier to power it to its full potential.
  5. I installed this subwoofer but its not much louder than the old one, what did I do wrong?
    A: Upgrading the subwoofer only doesn’t give your vehicle more bass, you also need to upgrade the amplifier powering the subwoofer.
  6. How does my warranty work?
    A: As long as there is no physical damage to your subwoofer and you are within your warranty period you can exchange your subwoofer for a new one.
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Acura TL Aftermarket Radio Install Questions

Our accessories allow you to retain the factory steering wheel controls excluding the call control buttons. These buttons include volume up, volume down, mode, next track and previous track. The other buttons can be retained but require modifications to the steering wheel wiring and manual programming which result in an installation that is not plug and play.

If you want a plug and play installation then only the buttons referenced above will auto program. When replacing the factory radio with an aftermarket stereo you will also lose the center channel audio. Although you lose the center channel when upgrading the stereo, the new stereo will allow the factory system to be much louder and have better bass response.

The components in our kits allow you to keep the factory subwoofer of your Acura functioning with the factory radio as well. There is a SUB RCA that you will connect to the aftermarket radios SUB output and that will keep your factory subwoofer functioning. If you would like to add aftermarket subwoofers to your Acura you can do so with our harness/kit as well. You will just need to split the RCA to send signal to the factory sub and the other subwoofer or you can disconnect the factory sub.

Lastly, If you have factory navigation and it is working then our harness will allow it to keep working with the aftermarket radio. The touchscreen will respond and you will be able to look at the map but you will loose any audible warnings such as turn by turn directions. The factory backup camera if equipped will still work. You will also lose the factory HFL or bluetooth hands free but this feature is found in your new radio so it is unneeded. If your factory navigation is not working you can still replace the radio without an issue. If you want to place an aftermarket radio where the factory navigation screen goes, this can be done but you will need to make permanent modifications to your vehicle. We don’t recommend or support replacing the factory navigation with another radio, this includes the tesla style radio.

As for radio selection you can use any radio that has six RCA ports on the back for audio (3 pairs) and also offers a steering wheel control input. Many amazon/eBay non branded radio will not work either because they don’t have the correct inputs/outputs or because they will not fit correctly in the dash kit. When replacing the radio the part that is replaced is where you adjust the volume. So the two knobs are replaced with an opening for a standard double din radio. This opening can accommodate a standard single din radio and a pocket or a double din radio. The bigger double din radios will not fit. Other radios may fit incorrectly and leave a gap we recommend using a name brand radio from sony, kenwood, jvc, boss, pioneer, or jensen to ensure you have the best installation experience.

If when upgrading your radio you want to install a backup camera this is also a possibility and universal backup camera can be installed. It will just require you run wires from the rear of the vehicle to the front. Almost all backup cameras are compatible with our accessories. If you are looking for an OEM style camera you can visit our store to find one like the one pictured below.

 

04 05 06 07 08 Acura TL Rear Speaker Adapter Spacers

When replacing the rear speakers in your Acura TL most speakers require the need to create new holes in the rear deck metal. The limited spacing back there makes drilling the new holes almost impossible. These adapters screw into the factory screw hole locations and provide you with new mounting holes for 6.5 aftermarket speakers. This adapter simplifies the install and when paired with our harness adapter makes upgrading the rear speakers in your TL simple and fast. This listing is for two spacers, two harnesses and all the necessary screws.

Acura TL MDX TSX License Plate Light Backup Camera

If you are thinking about adding a backup camera to your Acura this camera installs with ease. By replacing the license plate light housing with the housing provided with the camera you are able to install the backup camera without having to drill any new holes and the final installation looks OEM.

This camera comes in two options with fixed parking lines or with active parking lines. If you are going to be using the parking line adjustments on your radio we recommend you get the fixed parking line version and then disable them. You can view the difference in the parking lines in the images.

There are two ways to install this camera. You can set it up to always be on so you can hit the camera button on your radio and view it at anytime or have the power only power on when you are in reverse. The reverse only installation is easier to complete.

Below are the specifications of the cameras

The specs of the fixed parking line camera are as follows:

  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Resolution (TV lines): 800
  • Lens Angle (Deg.): 170°
  • Power Supply (DCV): 12V
  • Minimum Illumination: 0.1LUX

The specs of the active parking line camera are as follows:

  • IP Rating: IP67
  • Resolution (TV lines): 600
  • Lens Angle (Deg.): 170°
  • Power Supply (DCV): 9V-12V
  • Minimum Illumination: 0.1LUX

You can view our installation video here.

This camera works with the following Models:

  • 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Acura MDX
  • 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Acura TL
  • 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Acura TSX
  • 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2013 Acura TSX Sedan
  • 2007 2008 2009 Acura RDX

2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Acura TL 4 Channel PNP Amplifier Upgrade

This plug and play 4 channel amp will power the door speakers and rear deck speakers only. By installing this amplifier you will lose the center channel and subwoofer. This amplifier is recommend to those who are already running aftermarket subwoofers or a dedicated subwoofer amp but want the speakers in the doors to be louder. This is a plug and play upgrade that will fit right into the factory location. This amplifier can be used with the factory radio or an aftermarket radio.

This upgrade can be used with factory speakers or aftermarket speakers the power ratings are as follows. This upgrade is plug and play so it doesn’t require any new power or ground lines. These are the amp ratings.

  • POWER @ 2-OHMS = 4 x 80W
  • POWER @ 4-OHMS = 4 x 40W

This package is already wired and preconfigured so all you have to do is plug it in. If you are not using the factory radio and you did not install an aftermarket radio with our accessories you must feed the amp a low level signal so if you don’t your amp will blow. If you are using the factory radio you do not have to worry.

If you feel that this package does not have enough power you can use our bypass kit to install your own amplifier easily. Please keep in mind that if you are going to power each speaker with more than 100 watts RMS then we recommend running new speaker wires and suggest you do not use our amp bypass.

2004 05 06 07 2008 Acura TL 8 Inch Subwoofer Adapter Bracket w/ Speaker Connector

Are you looking to replace the free air subwoofer in your Acura TL? The Acura TLs premium sound systems include an 8 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 adapter makes it easier to mount your new subwoofer in the factory location.

We also include the speaker harness connector so you don’t have to cut any wires when you replace the sub you can just plug the new sub in. The speaker adapter varies from model to model so please include the year and model of your Acura in the billing notes when you go to checkout.

If you are looking for a sub we have sub packages with this part already included listed on our site. Here is a video demonstration of the adapter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1hMwuUUufk&t=52s

2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Acura TL Aftermarket Subwoofer Integration T-Harness

Do you want to add aftermarket subwoofers to your Acura TL? If you have a TL from 2004 to 2008 that uses the factory amplifier (they all do unless you removed it) then you can use this t harness to get a low level sub signal from the factory radio and the amp turn on as well from one location without removing the radio.

This harness connects to the factory amplifier plug and gives you an RCA out and a remote lead (12v power) for your aftermarket amplifier. It makes adding a dedicated subwoofer amp easy and you can use it with the factory radio or an aftermarket radio if you use one of our DIY or plug and play harness to install your radio.

This is a low level signal with 1V of output at max volume if you are using the factory radio so you will need to turn the gain up on your amp or use a line driver to increase the signal.

If you are using an aftermarket radio installed with our accessories then this allows you to add a sub amp without removing the radio and getting full output from the radio.

Here is video demonstration start the video at 30:00. https://youtu.be/3RuAGS7Tz5g?t=1829

2004 05 06 07 08 Acura TL 8″ Factory Subwoofer Upgrade Replacement Package

This subwoofer package includes the Kicker 8 inch subwoofer, the subwoofer mounting bracket, and the subwoofer wiring to make installation plug and play. This subwoofer can work with the factory amplifier or our plug and play amplifier. This subwoofer package works with Acura TL’s from years 2004 to 2005, 2006 to 2007, and 2008. This subwoofer package will work for an Acura TL Base and an Acura TL Type S . Our subwoofer packages ship next day and arrive within 3-5 business days to most US states. Your subwoofer is covered with a one year warranty.

While this subwoofer upgrade package won’t rattle the windshield in your car it does provide better bass response than the factory subwoofer. If your factory subwoofer is blown the difference in bass output will be extreme. If you are looking to get the most out of this subwoofer upgrade we also recommend upgrading the amplifier that powers this subwoofer. You can save your self some money by installing this subwoofer yourself following the video guide below. If you want to have this subwoofer installed professionally it is about 2 hours of installation time.

When replacing your factory subwoofer there are three main specifications your new must subwoofer must meet. One is that it must be a free air subwoofer as the factory subwoofer is not fully enclosed. The second is that it must be 8 inches and not exceed 6 inches in depth so that it may fit in the factory location. The last specification is that its final impedance must be two ohms to not cause any issues with the factory amplifier. This Kicker subwoofer meets all of those specifications and fits into the factory location with the use of our adapter bracket. The kicker subwoofer also has a flat surround which stops it from rubbing against the rear deck.

In order to achieve the best bass output we recommend applying sound treatment to the rear deck and the rear deck cover. This sound treatment is to minimize rattle and increase acoustical output to your ears. The sound treatment is an additional purchase. We offer some options you can check them out here.

Installation

To install the subwoofer upgrade you will need to remove the rear seats, the C-Pillars, and the rear deck cover. The tools you will need include a ratchet, ratchet extensions, a 10mm socket, a panel removal tool, a clip removal tool and a towel or blanket to protect parts of your interior. If you are completing the install your self and its the first time removing the rear seats, we suggest setting aside 2-4 hours to complete the installation. If you are looking for written instructions you can find them here. The video guide is below.

If you have questions regarding installation or the product please call us at 877-542-2872.

If you are looking to install a different subwoofer but need the adapter bracket you can find it here.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Is this subwoofer louder than the factory subwoofer?
    A: Yes this subwoofer is slightly louder than the factory because it is more efficient.
  2. Does this subwoofer handle more power than the factory subwoofer?
    A: Yes this subwoofer is rated for 200W RMS
  3. How much power does the factory amplifier output to the subwoofer?
    A: About 50-60 Watts
  4. If I install this subwoofer will it shake my car?
    A: This subwoofer has the potential to shake your car but it will need another amplifier to power it to its full potential.
  5. I installed this subwoofer but its not much louder than the old one, what did I do wrong?
    A: Upgrading the subwoofer only doesn’t give your vehicle more bass, you also need to upgrade the amplifier powering the subwoofer.
  6. How does my warranty work?
    A: As long as there is no physical damage to your subwoofer and you are within your warranty period you can exchange your subwoofer for a new one.
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3G Acura TL Climate Control Display Lights

If your climate control bulbs aren’t lighting up this article should help you determine the cause. First a disclaimer everyone’s situation is different the reason your bulbs may not be working may not be the same reason as someone else, if you proceed to troubleshoot and cause damage to your vehicle you are solely responsible.

My situation is:

Only a few lights don’t work:

This is most likely due to bad bulbs please check your Acura parts source for the correct part number for your vehicle Type S bulbs are different. Here are the common part numbers

39055-SEP-A31
39055-SEP-A22
39054-SEP-A01

 

None of my lights work:

The first step here is to check your fuses and make sure none are blown the TLs electrical system is pretty tied together and if one fuse goes out it sometimes takes out another, also the illumination fuse is under the hood and in the kick panel so both must be good for the lighting to work correctly.

All of my my fuses are good but no lights work:

This is the worst one. According to https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-problems-fixes-114/light-bulbs-around-navigation-screen-out-851060/ and other posts/forums this leads to the electronics within the climate control display going bad. This happens when you put a bulb in the wrong orientation or put the wrong bulb in a location. This means that the electronics inside the board must be repaired and we currently don’t know anyone who does this repair. This almost always leads to just having to replace the climate control display. If you have navigation yes this means the entire navigation screen. Before condemning the climate control you can try replacing the bulbs to see if maybe they all just went out at once, this can happen but it is very rare.

Climate control displays are not interchangeable between all TLs only from models 04-06 and then 07-08 so a 2008 display will not work in a 2004 and vice versa.

Can I replace the bulbs with LED lights?

Yes you can we don’t really know too much about this topic but you would need nano wedge bulbs that are 14v and 8v and the color you want them to be.

2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Acura TL 5 Channel PNP Amplifier

The third-generation Acura TL, spanning the years 2004–2005, 2006–2007, and 2008, comes equipped with a factory amplifier located in the passenger kick panel. The factory audio system in the Acura TL consists of 8 individual drivers, including the front speakers, the dashboard tweeters, the rear deck speakers, the subwoofer, and lastly, the center channel speaker. When the factory amplifier is working with no issues, the factory audio system sounds rich and full. When your amplifier begins to fail or has failed, the system sounds tinny, and the volume output is very low. If you want to upgrade your sound system or if your factory amplifier has failed, this is a great option to consider. Our plug-and-play amplifier works with the factory radio or with an aftermarket radio if installed with our accessories. The plug-and-play amplifier will work with your factory speakers or aftermarket speakers. This is a five-channel amplifier that will retain all your speakers except for the center dashboard speaker.

This upgrade is plug-and-play so it doesn’t require any new power or ground lines. When installing the amplifier, you don’t have to run any wires to the speakers or to the battery.

These are the amplifier power ratings.

  • NEW AMPLIFIER With 2 OHM Speakers: 80 Watts to each speaker + 200 Watts to the subwoofer
  • NEW AMPLIFIER With 4 OHM Speakers = 40 Watts to each speaker + 100 Watts to the subwoofer
  • FACTORY AMPLIFIER With Factory Speakers: 20 Watts to each speaker + 40 Watts to the subwoofer

Impedance is rated in ohms. Impedance changes in a speaker as it begins to play music, but for the best results, you want speakers that have a resting impedance of 2 ohms. The amplifier will automatically send as much power as it can to each speaker, depending on the impedance of that speaker. There is no switch or setting on the amplifier for changing impedances; it is handled automatically by the electronics inside the amplifier. To take full advantage of this amplifier, we recommend installing 2 ohm speakers for the doors, deck, and subwoofer. We sell 2 ohm JBL, Infinity, and Audison speakers, but there are other brands that also sell 2 ohm speakers. If you also plan to upgrade the subwoofer, the kicker subwoofer we offer is the best choice. There are other subwoofers, but you want one that has a 2 ohm final impedance.

The factory amplifier powers each speaker with roughly 15–40 watts, depending on the speaker; this results in a total power output of 140 watts. This amplifier has a total power output of 500 watts. The factory speakers are all 2 ohms in final impedance, so if your factory speakers are all in good condition, the amp will make them sound great. If some of your speakers are blown and you didn’t notice it before, this amplifier will make you notice it now.

When installing the amplifier, we highly recommend replacing the factory subwoofer at the same time. The factory subwoofer works with this amplifier, but you will have to be careful at higher volumes with heavy bass songs. The extra power can possibly damage your factory subwoofer. As for the factory door speakers, we have found they can handle the extra power as long as the high-pass filter is turned on. The amplifier is shipped pre-configured, so you don’t have to turn any knobs or flip any switches. We ship the amplifier configured based on the selections you make on this page. When shipped, the amplifier will have the proper level set along with the correct high-pass and low-pass filters selected for your application.

This amplifier is packaged with a plug-and-play harness and the accessories you need to install it. The amplifier also comes with a bass knob, so you can control the bass level on the fly. To install this amplifier, you will need to remove the passenger kick panel cover and unbolt the factory amplifier. Then you can proceed to unplug it and connect our plug-and-play amp in its place. The amplifier shares the same connectors as the factory amplifier, so no wiring is necessary. If you plan to install the bass knob that comes with the amplifier, you will have to snake the wire for the bass knob to your chosen location. To mount the amplifier, you can use the supplied screws or self-tapping screws to secure it in the factory amplifier’s location. The new amplifier will fit in the factory location; you will just need to maneuver the wiring harness into the area next to the glove box and then mount the amplifier.

While this amplifier is louder than the factory amplifier, it does not shake the doors off your car or make your window flex from the bass output. This amplifier is a great choice for someone who has a failing amplifier or wants just a little bit more bass from the subwoofer and the door speakers. If you are looking to make your car show stopping loud, you will want to check out our other high-power plug-and-play amplifier. This upgrade will make your car noticeably louder, and you will feel the bass, but you must have realistic expectations.

Please read this disclaimer. The loudness of sound can be subjective from person to person, along with the quality of sound. Almost all of our customers who have bought this amplifier have loved it, but there have been a select few who claimed it was not louder than the factory or that it did not sound better than the factory. We do not accept returns because you don’t like how it sounds or because the amplifier is not as loud as you expected. If you want loud and clear sound, check out some of our higher-end amplifier options.

If, after reading this description, you feel that this package does not have enough power, you can use our amplifier bypass kit to easily install your own amplifier. Please keep in mind that if you are going to power each speaker with more than 125 watts RMS, then we recommend running new speaker wires and suggest you do not use our amplifier bypass.

If you have questions regarding shipping or product availability, please check out our FAQ section.

FAQ

  1. Can I use the factory radio and factory speakers with this amplifier?
    Yes, you can use this amplifier with the factory radio and factory speakers.
  2. Can I use an aftermarket radio with this amplifier?
    Yes, but you must have installed that radio using our accessories.
  3. Can I use aftermarket speakers with this amplifier?
    Yes, we recommend using speakers from JBL or Infinity.
  4. Does the Tesla-style radio work with this amplifier?
    Yes, but you will not have fader and balance controls.
  5. Can I run this amplifier and another amplifier for subwoofers?
    Yes, you can either tap the lines of this amplifier (brown) or run an LOC of the rear subwoofer.
  6. Can I use the subwoofer output of this amplifier to run a 10″ or 12″ subwoofer in a box?
    Yes, if you don’t want to upgrade the 8-inch subwoofer, you can instead use it to power a subwoofer in a box.
  7. Is this amplifier louder than the factory amplifier?
    Yes, this amplifier is louder than the factory amplifier.
  8. If my factory amplifier has low audio, is it the amplifier or the factory radio?
    If you are having audio volume issues, it’s almost always the amplifier.
  9. How do I know if my speakers are blown?
    If you turn your radio up and set the bass to +3, your speakers should not make any weird noises. If they do, they might be blown.
  10. How do I mount this amplifier?
    The amplifier comes with four mounting screws, so you can secure it to the factory amplifier location.
  11. What speakers should I upgrade if I get this amplifier?
    We recommend getting two ohm final impedance speakers.

2004 05 06 07 08 Acura TL Amplifier Bypass Harness

If you are tired of the factory amplifier this harness will help you bypass all the tricky wiring and go straight to the speakers from one central location. This harness is over 17 inches long it can easily reach from the factory amp location to the trunk or behind the radio. This makes it easy to install your aftermarket amp wherever you decide You just have to run RCAs and the power cables from your aftermarket radio. Also included in this package is the harness that will allow you connect to the output side of the factory radio allowing you to use this harness combination with the factory radio to add an amplifier or with an aftermarket radio.

All the wiring you need to add your system is in one location and the RCA outputs are labeled with FL, FR, RR, RL, CENTER, and SUB. The harness with all the outputs also provides and amp turn on wire that is blue with a quick connect on the end to attach your amplifier remote wire.

The colors on the speaker wire harness are as follows:

Gray – Passenger Front positive speaker and tweeter
Gray w/black stripe – Passenger Front negative for speaker and tweeter
White – Drivers Front positive speaker and tweeter
White w/ black stripe – Drivers Front negative speaker and tweeter
Purple – Passenger Rear positive speaker
Purple w/ black stripe – Passenger Rear negative speaker
Green – Drivers Rear positive speaker
Green w/ black stripe – Drivers Rear negative speaker
Green w/ white stripe – subwoofer positive
Gray w/ yellow stripe – subwoofer negative
White w/ red stripe – center speaker negative
Gray w/ blue stripe – center speaker positive

There are several five channel amps that will work with the factory system remember all of the factory speakers are 2 ohms and most are rated for just 20 watts so unless you replace all the speakers choose the amp carefully as not to blow them. If you plan to power your factory speakers with the aftermarket radios built in amplifier make sure the aftermarket radio can handle 2ohm impedances otherwise you may damage your new aftermarket radio.

2007 2008 Acura TL Aftermarket Radio Installation DIY Harness Combo

If you are upgrading to an aftermarket radio in your 2007 or 2008 Acura TL this combination of harnesses simplifies the installation. There is no need to cut or splice any of the factory wiring. Instead to install your aftermarket radio simply color match the colors on this harness to the wires on your aftermarket radio harness. This harness combo allows you to retain your factory amplifier, subwoofer, backup camera and navigation. The radio you choose must have 5/6 RCA ports on the back labeled FL, FR, RR, RL,SUB if your radio does not have these outputs you will need a line out converter. You can find printable instructions here.

Our harness combo utilizes RCA connections to send a low level (0v-4v) audio signal from the back of your new aftermarket radio to the factory amplifier in your Acura TL. Our harness combo integrates with the factory amplifier to keep all of your speakers working except the center channel. If you wish to keep the factory steering wheel controls with your new aftermarket radio you may also need the AXSWC steering wheel control interface. If you do plan to retain your steering wheel controls, you will only be able to keep volume up, volume down, next, previous and mode. You will not be able to keep the call control buttons or navigation control buttons When you replace the radio you will lose the factory hands free functionality, the factory aux input and the factory XM radio along with your factory navigation’s audio prompts.

Please verify your factory amplifier is working and you aren’t having any volume issues before replacing the factory radio. If you are having volume issues please check out our plug and play amplifier. If you wish to bypass the factory amplifier in your Acura and power your speakers directly from your aftermarket radio check out the amplifier bypass.

The 20 Pin Blue connector in this combo is used to provide:
– Constant Power = Yellow
– Ground = Black
– Accessory Power = Red
– Illumination = Orange
– Steering Wheel Control Output Wire = Gray
– Primary Speakers (FL, FR, RR, RL) = RCA

The 40 Pin Grey connector in this combo is used to:
– Amp Turn On for Factory AMP = Blue
– Retain Factory Subwoofer = RCA
– Retain Factory Navigation touch functions including buttons

The 2 Pin Grey connector is used for:
– Power Antenna = Blue
– Antenna Reception

If you need to see how to wire a line out converter to the speaker outputs off your new aftermarket radio please check this video.

If you have questions regarding shipping or product availability please check out our FAQ Section. If you are having issues with your radio after installation check out this article.

FAQ.

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Do I get to keep all my speakers?
    – Yes all speakers are retained, except for the center dash speaker.
  6. 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.
  7. Why can’t I keep my center speaker?
    – Most aftermarket radios don’t have a center speaker output therefore there is no audio source for the center speaker. We recommend disconnecting the center speaker during installation.