If your Explorer has the OEM overhead DVD system you will need the following harness to keep it functional with your new aftermarket radio: Use this to keep your steering wheel controls working with your new aftermarket radio. Use this to keep your OEM aux jack working with the new radio: MOUNTING KIT FOR SINGLE DIN AFTERMARKET RADIOS: MOUNTING KIT FOR DOUBLE DIN AFTERMARKET RADIOS: Use the following adapter to drop the voltage down and get rid of the annoying turn on pop:
A standard aftermarket radio uses 12v which will cause a loud pop when the amp turns on or off. The OEM amp turns on with 5v instead of 12v. This will keep your factory sub working as well.
REQUIRED PARTS FOR AFTERMARKET RADIO INSTALL Keep in mind if you are installing a new radio in your Explorer you need the wiring harness, the antenna adapter, and the mounting kit as well. The radio is then held in with (4) 7mm screws. Carefully unplug the airbag connector at the top and you can set that panel to the side of the console or unplug all the connectors and completely remove it. Set the ebrake as you’ll probably have to put the shifter in a lower gear to remove that panel. There are no screws holding that panel on. Now starting at the top using the tools above pop the entire radio / climate control bezel off. Then pop that panel unplug any electrical connectors and remove it. Radio Removal Tools: – Dash Removal Plastic Pry Tools – Open the center console lid and remove 2 7mm screws that hold the gear shift/cup holder panel in. Subwoofer Speaker Wire Positive / Negative: Purple/Green / Green/WhiteĬenter Channel Speaker Wire Positive / Negative: N/A Right Rear Speaker Wire (-) Negative: Brown/Blue Right Rear Speaker Wire (+) Positive: Brown/White Left Rear Speaker Wire (-) Negative: Brown/Yellow Left Rear Speaker Wire (+) Positive: White/Green Right Front Speaker Wire (-) Negative: White/Orange Right Front Speaker Wire (+) Positive: White/Purple Left Front Speaker Wire (-) Negative: White/Brown Left Front Speaker Wire (+) Positive: White
Parking Brake E-Brake Trigger: Gray/Blue (-) E-Brake Switch
Reverse Trigger: Brown/Blue (+) Driver Kick Harness to Rear Thanks for looking!Ģ008 Ford Explorer Audio Wiring Radio Diagram Schematic Colors – Aftermarket Stereo DIY Installation HelpĬar Radio Constant 12v+ Wire: Blue/Red Radio HarnessĬar Stereo Ground Wire: Black/Blue Radio HarnessĬar Radio Ignition Switched Wire: Green/White Radio HarnessĬar Radio Illumination Wire: Light Blue/White (+) Driver Kick Harness to RearĬar Radio Amp Turn On Wire: Yellow/Purple Radio Harness If you don’t see the audio radio wiring diagram you need comment and we will try to add it ASAP. If you find any conflicting info please leave a comment with what you found in your 2008 Ford Explorer. 2008 Ford Explorer Headunit Audio Radio Wiring Install Diagram Colors Schematic All information is provided as-is and accuracy is not guaranteed. Failure to properly test all the wires may lead to vehicle or bodily damage.
This schematic is provided free of charge and may not be 100% accurate. Please check it over and use it as a GUIDE only to help you locate the appropriate wires. Make sure to grab the appropriate tools to test all the wires in your Explorer. It will be useful when installing a stereo sound system, aftermarket headunit radio, or other automotive accessories. Here is the audio stereo radio wiring information for your 2008 Ford Explorer with the standard or amplified systems.