All of of radio kits include, the radio shown in the picture, the dash kit for your exact Acura, a wired plug and play harness and the steering wheel control interface. This is one package that includes everything you will need to complete your upgrade. The information below is a summary of the radio features and some of its highlights. If you are looking for specific information regarding your Acura please visit the following pages. Also please read the message that is generated below the selection menus.
Vehicle Specific Information
1999-2003 Acura TL
2004-2008 Acura TL
2004-2008 Acura TSX
2009-2013 Acura TSX
2001-2006 Acura MDX
2007-2013 Acura MDX
2013-2022 Acura ILX Single Screen
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 , Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto to your Acura this JBL radio is a budget friendly option. It offers a mix of great value, simplicity and features. The capacitive touchscreen is great for controlling your apps on the go including Apple Music, Waze, Spotify and YouTube Music. Along with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto this radio also has USB Media Playback and a auxiliary input. It also has the option to add a backup camera or an aftermarket amplifier for subwoofers. What this radio doesn’t have is a CD/DVD player, Sirius XM Compatibility, or built in GPS Guidance. The USB port is on the back of the radio so you will need to run the included USB extension into the glovebox or flush mount a USB adapter somewhere on your dash. Our plug and play radio 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 and all your speakers speakers in most Acura’s.
Who should buy this radio:
This radio is a great choice for a first time buyer of aftermarket car audio receivers. The electronics inside this head unit provide a solid audio foundation for integrating with the factory system in your Acura or powering an aftermarket system. This radio has a very simple interface that makes it easy to navigate. It also has a clean audio output and dedicated settings for any of your audio sound goals. JBL uses there own dedicated operating system that is similar to Sony in simplicity. This radio has tactile buttons all along the bottom so you can easily see and tell which button you are pressing. It has a dedicated subwoofer button to get you to the subwoofer settings whenever you want and a dedicated voice activation button for CarPlay or android auto. The 7″ inch touchscreen display is bright and has great viewing angles regardless or how low or how high you have to mount it in your Acura.
Who should look for something else:
If you are looking for built in GPS Guidance that doesn’t require a phone connection or for the ability to play CD/DVDS this is radio is not a good choice. This radio also isn’t recommended for those who want to run a complex aftermarket audio system that are going to use multiple amplifiers. This radio works great with the factory audio system in the Acura TL, MDX, ILX and TSX but with multiple aftermarket amplifiers there are better options than this radio. Installing a subwoofer amplifier is no problem but if you are planning to run a two or three amplifier system then we recommend a higher tier Kenwood or Pioneer with all the audio settings necessary and with 4v-5V Preamp outputs instead.
About the JBL Brand:
JBL is one of the largest speaker manufacturers in the world. They make car speakers, house speakers, portable speakers, arena speakers and a ton of other speakers. But what do they know about making radios? The truth is this is one of the first radios they have made in the recent years and while JBL has a great track records with speakers we don’t know much about what to expect from there radios. What we can say is this radio has a one year warranty and JBL is a partner who does backup there products.
This package consists of our best selling JBL speakers and our best selling four channel amplifier. This package packs plenty of punch and gets loud for those looking for a quality affordable upgrade. If you have questions about each individual component, please checkout there specific product pages.
THE AMP IN THIS PACKAGE IS CURRENTLY ON BACKORDER UNTIL 7/1
This listing includes all the components recommended to upgrade the stereo in your Acura TSX with navigation.
If your TSX has navigation and you want to upgrade the navigation screen to an android touchscreen with apple CarPlay and android auto this package is your best solution. This plug and play upgrade allows you to retain all the factory functionality including the factory navigation and factory backup camera.
The android screen is powered by the circuit that used to power the OEM navigation display so it doesn’t add any additional load to your factory electrical system. The RGBs video from the factory navigation brain is converted and connected to the new android screen. The android screen then feeds stereo audio to the factory audio system via the XM input. The factory audio system is not impacted and all factory functions including the steering wheel controls continue to work the factory radio. The touchscreen does not control the factory navigation and the steering wheel controls do not control the touchscreen they are independent of each other but do work together.
The base configuration of this upgrade has 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage this is perfect if you only want to use the screen for Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. If you want your android screen to also run applications like Netflix, YouTube or iGo-Navigation it is recommend to instead grab the 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.
Included in the package is the android 9″ screen, a plug and play harness and the necessary dash kit. The instructions for installation are in the video. The screen will not come with printed instructions. The kit will come with the necessary wires and installation hardware. An upgraded camera is not included you will need to purchase the camera separately here or from another seller.
If you installed an aftermarket radio in your Acura TSX Base model but the subwoofer isn’t working its because most likely you are missing this harness. This harness plug in behind the radio and gives you an RCA to connect to the subwoofer output of your radio. That signal is then sent from your aftermarket radio to the factory amplifier and finally to your subwoofer. In order for this harness to work you must connect the blue wire on the primary power harness you have to the remote wire of your aftermarket radio so your factory amplifier turns on.
Upgrade to louder deeper bass with our plug and play kicker key amplifier upgrade kit. If you own an Acura sedan from the years 2004 to 2020 it might be possible you are not satisfied with the factory subwoofer output. This plug and play amplifier captures the output of the factory subwoofer and amplifies it with seven times the power resulting in bass that is three times as loud.
This PNP amplifier upgrade relies on the output of the factory amplifier to be in working condition. If the factory subwoofer of your Acura does not work it may be possible that this amplifier will result in no audio. Please make sure your factory subwoofer and amplifier are working before buying.
When installing this amplifier a new power line from the amplifier to the battery is required. Another power line from the fusebox to the amplifier is required. You will also need to secure and ground the amplifier in the trunk(see image for best location). The speaker connections are plug and play. You will not need to wire tap or wire splice and of the factory wiring. The installation is simple, first run the wires to the necessary locations then disconnect the factory subwoofer connection and connect it to the amplifiers t-harness. Then connect the other side of the t harness back to the subwoofer and your upgrade is complete.
When installing this amplifier on the factory radio the amplifier is tuned accordingly and will begin working to its full potential right away. If you are using an aftermarket radio with this amplifier tuning will be required. Also if your aftermarket radio was installed improperly you may need to run a set of RCAs from the amplifier to the back of your aftermarket radio (RCAs are included). This amplifier supports an external bass knob but it does require an additional purchase. On your factory radio the factory subwoofer settings will still control the bass output as normal. On your aftermarket radio the control of the subwoofer will vary by your installation.
This kit is comprised of the kicker key 500.1 amplifier, an 8 gauge ofc wiring kit, a micro fuse tap and our t-harness. This kit is partially assembled please watch the video instructions below to understand how to install this product in your Acura. The power output of this amplifier can easily blow the factory subwoofer if you are not careful therefore it is recommend to upgrade the factory subwoofer and the apply sound treatment material to the rear deck when installing this amplifier. This amplifier is rated for 300 watts @ 2ohms and 500 watts @ 1 ohm. The factory subwoofer and the plug and play subwoofer options we offer are two ohms.
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Your Base Acura TSX has a total of 7 speakers that are powered by the factory amplifier. When replacing the factory radio using our complete kit you are able to keep all of the speakers. The front door speakers, tweeters, rear deck speakers and the factory subwoofer will all continue to work. Our harness integrates with the factory amplifier to keep all your speakers working. If your factory amplifier does not work this kit will not work.
Your Tech Package or Navigation equipped TSX has a total of 10 speakers that are powered by the factory amplifier. When replacing the factory radio using our complete kit you are able to keep all the speakers. The way the ELS Amplifier Interface retains the factory amplifier is by feeding left and right audio from the aftermarket radio to the factory amplifier and the factory amplifier up-mixes the audio from stereo to 5.1 surround.
You will lose Sirius XM, AUX Input and the factory handsfree link functionality. The steering wheel controls including volume up, volume down, next, previous and mode will work. The call control buttons are not retained. The navigation control buttons are not retained.
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 use this complete kit on a TSX with navigation?
– Yes. But you will need additional parts to convert the climate control display and to keep the factory backup camera. - 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. - Do I get to keep my steering wheel controls?
– Yes but an additional part is required. The AXSWC in included in this kit. You will get to keep volume up, volume down, next, previous and mode. The call control buttons will not be retained. The navigation control buttons are not retained.
When replacing the radio in your Acura TSX you will need to modify the plastic behind the factory radio to fit the new radio in place. This modification while permanent does not affect the ability to install the factory radio or any factory components. If you replace the radio in your Acura TSX the new aftermarket radio will utilize the factory amplifier to keep all of your speakers including the front door speakers, tweeters, rear deck speakers and rear deck subwoofers. You will also get to keep the steering wheel control buttons including volume up, volume down, next, prev and mode. The Navigation and HFL control buttons will not work. The factory navigation will keep working but you will have no sound from it. The factory backup camera will still work if equipped through the factory navigation. This radio kit is meant to be installed below the factory radio please check the pictures. The factory radio and climate control will remain functional.
A. driver inner dashboard trim
B. passenger trim
C. center console panel
D. center upper pocket
E. center lower pocket
You need to remove the hazard switch as well, this will pop out, is also held in by clips. Remove five 8mm screws from the face and below the radio, and the radio will pop out -note- is also held in with clips.
If you are looking to make your Acura TSX or Acura TL loud but don’t want to break your head with all the wiring our plug and play amplifier may be the solution. This amplifier requires new power and ground lines. You can find ground underneath the seat or on mounting bracket nearby. For power you will have to run the four gauge power wire up your battery. This amp isn’t recommend for first time DIY installers.
This amplifier can be used with the factory radio or an aftermarket radio. This amplifier can be used with the factory speakers in your Acura or new aftermarket speakers. We recommend upgrading your speakers when installing this amplifier. This amplifier is best used to power all of your speakers as full range speakers but can be configured to power a subwoofer and center channel like the factory amplifier. If you have any current sound issues this amplifier may or may not fix them please call us at 877-542-2872 so we can verify the cause of your audio issues and if this amplifier will fix them.
When installing this amplifier you will not need to run any new speaker wires to each speaker. Instead you will run the provided wire harness to the correct locations. This will include an audio input and audio output harness. Both harnesses will run to the same location but will plug into their respective connectors only. The primary power wire will be have to be ran to the battery and the ground wire will be secured to a location nearby. The remote wire for the amplifier will be combined with the audio input section of the amplifier. The amplifier will also come with a mounting bracket and mounting hardware for metal and carpet. If you are installing the amplifier below a seat use the carpet hardware if you are installing the amplifier against metal use the metal hardware.
In your 2004 to 2008 Acura TSX this amplifier installs below the passenger seat and you run your wire up the center console to the factory amplifier locations.
In your 2004 to 2008 Acura TL this amplifier installs below the passenger seat and you run the wire below the passenger side trim to the passenger kick panel where the factory amplifier is.
In your 2009 to 2014 Acura TSX without factory navigation this amplifier installs in place of the factory amplifier in the trunk on the passenger side behind the trunk liner.
In your 2009 to 2014 Acura TL without factory navigation this amplifier installs in place of the factory amplifier in the trunk on the passenger side behind the trunk liner.
In your 2007 to 2013 Acura MDX without factory navigation this amplifier installs below the passenger seat and the wire runs underneath the passenger trim to the factory amplifier connections behind the glovebox.
In your 2009 to 2014 Acura TSX and Acura TL with factory navigation this amplifier integrates into the factory amplifier in the trunk on the passenger side behind the trunk liner. You will mount this amplifier along side the factory amplifier.
This amplifier is rated for 140W x 4 @ 2ohms + 185 x 2 @ 2ohms. So you want to pair JBL or Audison speakers for the best performance. At 4 ohms the amplifier is rated for 85w x 6. This amplifier is extremely efficient so while it gets loud it will not put a strain on your factory electrical system only drawing 54 amps at max musical performance.
The amplifier comes tuned based on your conversation with our technicians. Please make sure to use a good contact number for your order so that our team may reach out and tune your amplifier correctly for your radio and speaker combination. If you are looking for all the technical details of this amplifier please check out this link.
FAQs
- Can I use this amplifier with the factory speakers?
– yes but this amplifier is powerful enough to easily blow the factory speakers so be-careful. - Can I use this amplifier if I have an aftermarket radio installed?
– yes you can use this amplifier with the factory radio or aftermarket radio - Can I use this amplifier with aftermarket speakers?
-yes you can use this amplifier with 4ohm, 2ohm or 8 ohm speakers. - How is it plug and play if I have to run wires?
– The amplifier is labeled plug and play because you don’t have to figure out any of the wiring. You just have to run wires to the correct locations. All the wires are terminated and labeled so it takes the guess work out of the installation. - Why doesn’t it work for newer Acuras?
– The amplifier may work on newer Acuras and vehicles with navigation but it has not been tested and we don’t have first hand experience with that exact vehicle. When we do we will update the description of the amplifier. - How much louder is this amp than factory?
– Your factory amplifier has an output of roughly 20-30Watts per channel. This amplifier outputs 125 watts per channel at two ohms. That means this amp is possibly up to 4-6 times more powerful than the factory amplifier and nearly three time as loud. - Who makes this amplifier?
– This amplifier is made by Audison they are a high end audio company. This amplifier is the SR6.600 and comes with a two year warranty. - Why would I buy it from you when I could just buy it direct?
– If you are an advanced DIYer then you can easily buy this amplifier direct and configure all the settings. You will also need to do all the wiring which can be a bit time consuming. If you aren’t an advanced DIYer all the settings on the amplifier and the wiring can get overwhelming and confusing. Our amplifier comes pre-tuned and wired so you can just plug everything in and start enjoying.
If you upgrade the radio in your 2009-2010, 2011-2012, 2013 2014 Acura TL, TSX or MDX and want to keep the climate information available, you will need to replace the factory navigation display with a non navigation display. When you replace the factory navigation display you lose the factory backup camera. If you want to retain the factory backup camera and view it on your aftermarket radio you will need this harness.
This harness provides the factory camera with the correct amount of voltage (6v) and gives you an RCA to connect to your aftermarket radio. If your factory camera has multiple angles only one angle will work with the new aftermarket radio and you will not be able to switch it. In order to automatically switch your aftermarket radio into reverse you will have to wire tap the reverse signal. The reverse signal trigger wire is included in the 2009-2014 Acura TL wire harness and the 2010-2013 Acura MDX wire harness. On the 2009-2010 Acura TSX you must wiretap the reverse signal at the junction boxes. In the 2011-2014 Acura TSX you will wire tap the connectors to the factory navigation. The grey 28 pin connector behind the navigation brain has the reverse signal on the light blue wire which is pin 20. See the images for the pinout. If you are looking for the harness for the android radio for your Acura MDX click here.
This is the breakdown of the connector per car. Although the pin numbers are the same some vehicles have different pinouts.
2009-13 Acura TSX 28 Pin
2009-2010 Acura TL 32 Pin
2011-2013 Acura TL 36 Pin
2011-2013 Acura MDX 28 Pin
