factory 05 SLT radio, no aux:(
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factory 05 SLT radio, no aux:(
Hi guys, I wanted to ask. I noticed that 2012 stereo's come with an aux port (for my Ipod). I am one who doesnt mess with cd's anymore. Can anyone tell me will the newer 2012 radio's simply swap into my 2005 location? If not I guess I will have to swap in an aftermarket radio. Which I really dont want to do as I like the clean look of the factory waterfall. As always thanks for any info
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Look for a stock radio on that internet auction site. They got a compatibility list and it lets you know if it'll work with your truck. Or maybe someone here has a factory radio w/ an aux port for sale.
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I still have the factory radio in my 08. It has an aux port. I bet with some looking you can find one. I think mopar started including them in 07.
Should be a quick direct swap too.
Should be a quick direct swap too.
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'02-05 uses the DIN 1.5 format. '06 and above IIRC is the double DIN. So some serious cutting/hacking is involved get get the double DIN to fit in a 1.5 format.
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You can add an aux port to your radio with an adapter box from PIE (precision interface electronics).Google Chry02-aux as an example. The part number may be different if you have a Sat or Nav radio. I haven't used one in my truck but I put one in a '02 ford explorer and it worked great.
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I believe it comes with a connector that plugs into the back of the radio. You may have to add a power and ground but it was nothing complicated. I did it a couple years ago so I don't remember the details exactly.
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Mikey I like that idea. I currently use a cable that goes in the cigerette lighter. Then it tells you which station to turn the radio to. I dont like it as its hit or miss when the station goes out.