If you are having trouble wiring a new aftermarket radio in your 2nd Generation Acura TSX spanning years 2009 to 2010, 2011 to 2012, or 2013 to 2014 then this custom made wiring harness will solve your issue. Our wiring harness to connects to your aftermarket radio and integrates with the factory amplifier in your Acura TSX to power all of your speakers. This harness is compatible with Acuras that have the premium sound system(base) or the ELS sound system(tech package with navigation). This harness also works on the Acura TSX Wagon.
In the base or premium sound system this harness uses the RCAs to send a low level signal to the factory amplifier. The harness is also wired with the lead to turn on the factory amplifier when you are playing audio. The harness eliminates the need for any wiring splicing or wire cutting. It makes you installation plug and play. If you do wish to keep the steering wheel controls you will need an additional part.
In the tech package with navigation and the ELS audio system our harness uses RCAs along with the ELS amplifier interface to keep your factory amplifier and power all of your speakers. The ELS audio system requires the ELS Amplifier Interface to manipulate the factory amplifier volume. If you do not use the ELS interface you will have power and audio but you will not be able to achieve full volume with your aftermarket radio. This harness makes your installation plug and play and requires no additional wiring.
*DISCLAIMER FOR ACURA TSX WITH NAVIGATION*
When you install an aftermarket radio in your Acura TSX with navigation you will lose the ability to see the climate control information. You will also lose the factory navigation functionality and the backup camera. We offer the harnesses to convert the navigation display to the audio HVAC display to allow you to see the climate information again but you will need to purchase a used/new AUDIO HVAC Display part number 39710-TL7-305 . If you want to retain the factory backup camera then you will also need to to purchase the camera retention harness. This harness will allow you to view the factory backup camera on your new aftermarket screen. When you keep the factory camera you will need to wiretap the reverse trigger. You will also need to install the ELS Amplifier volume knob in an accessible area to control the volume of your system. Please watch the clips below.
*END DISCLAIMER*
When you replace the factory radio in your Acura TSX you will lose some factory components. Those components include Sirius XM Radio, Factory Hands Free Calling and streaming, Factory Navigation Guidance, Acuralink, USB port, and the factory AUX Port. If you want Satellite radio you will need an extra tuner as you cannot use the factory one. Your new aftermarket radio will have Bluetooth streaming and calling along with USB and AUX.
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 TSX 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 center speaker (tech only), front door speakers and tweeters, the rear door and rear deck speakers and the factory subwoofer. Included in our harness are the necessary three connectors for your Acura TSX and the radio specific connector that will plug into the back of your radio. Our harness uses RCAs to feed a low level signal from the aftermarket radio to the factory amplifier. 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. You can find the AXSWC here. The ASXWC allows you to retain volume up, volume down, next, previous and mode on your steering wheel but not the call control buttons with your aftermarket radio.
In order for your aftermarket radio to be compatible with our harness it must have at least 5 RCA outputs including FL, FR, RL, RR, and SUB. 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.
- In my premium audio system, will the display above the radio continue to show climate control information.
– Yes your climate control will continue to function as normal. - In my tech package, will I lose the climate control information?
– Yes the climate information will be lost unless you convert your navigation screen to the audio HVAC display with our harness. - In my tech package, will I lose the factory backup camera?
– Yes the factory backup camera is lost. You can use our camera retention harness to keep it on your aftermarket radio. - 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 an aftermarket 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 in the base and the tech package. - 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.
