This thread answers some FAQs about the stock radio. I've consolidated information spread throughout many other threads and other forums.
Do not post questions or replies here!
Please post replies in this other thread:
Discussion/questions/updates about "Stock head unit information..." FAQ thread
(Better yet, take a few minutes searching the forums and you'll likely find an existing thread that answers your question)
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Index to this thread
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Topic
- Stock head unit removal
- Speaker/power connector
- Antenna connector
- Subwoofer (powered, under-seat style)
- Subwoofer jack (new style)
- CD Changer Input Jacks, Aux-input adapters
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- Real aux-input on 2007s
- 2008 Non-Navi speaker/power connector / 2008 Navi radio
- Subaru McIntosh Premium Audio System
Note: Many of the pictures are thumbnails -- click on them to see the full-sized image.
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First, how to remove your radio:
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TIP #1: Remember to eject all of your CDs before you remove your radio!
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TIP #2: Many people have found that the screws holding the mounting brackets on the sides of the radio were extremely tight and stripped the heads while trying to remove them. If yours don't turn easily, make sure you use a screwdriver that is exactly the right size for the screw. Keep it forcefully pushed into the screw head until you get it unseized.
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For newer models/years and those not specifically listed here:Subaru's web site has free documents for installing accessories. The ones for satellite radio receivers, subwoofers, and iPod Interfaces include the procedure to remove and re-install the stock HU. Find one that covers your model and year. Link: Subaru Technical Information System (choose Publication Type "Accessory Installation Guide")
2012 Impreza (not WRX or STI) -- new dash design2012 Impreza stereo replacement
2012 2.0i Impreza factory Sat install
2012 Impreza Fujitsu Ten nav HU2012 STI Stereo Build with OEM NAV H/U
2011-2013 WRX & STI (same as 2011 Impreza, 2011-2013 Forester)Pioneer AVH-X5500BHS Installed in 2011 WRX
Install Log: 2011 5DR [WRX]
Pioneer AVH-P4400BH installed in 2012 WRX
2008-2010 Impreza / WRX:The 1st comprehensive 2008 impreza dash & radio removal guide. Great pictures.
2006-2007 Impreza / WRX:How-to install a stereo in a 2006 Impreza W/ PICS
WRX center console STi Limited install
Pioneer AVIC- Z140BH install w/ backup camera/ xm on 2007 sti
2005 Impreza / WRX:How to Install and Remove stereo 2005 Impreza / WRX
2005 WRX WGN + iPod? (pictures)
How To: Remove Stock Radio MY05 on ScoobyMods.com
2002-2004 Impreza / WRX:Great pictures: "A how to guide for changing the HVAC and Radio to RED!"
Nice diagram showing where the clips are: "Mod: New age WRX removal & install center panel & radio panel"
Subaru subwoofer installation guide for 2002 Impreza (PDF file on SubaruParts.com. Shows how to open the dash and remove the factory radio).
1993-2001 Impreza (GC8):"Head Unit Replacement" on ScoobyMods.com
2007 Forester:Stereo Removal Tutorial (w/ manual A/C controls) on SubaruForester.org
Bobby's WRB '07 FSXT (Audio Upgrade - Part 4) (w/ auto A/C controls) on SubaruForester.org
2005 Forester:How To: Install JVC KR-XW610 head unit in a 2005 Subaru Forester - Parts 1&2 (great pictures, including disconnecting manual A/C control rods)
2003 Forester:CD Changer installation guide (PDF file on SubaruParts.com. Shows how to open the dash and remove the factory radio).
Thread 2003+ stereo info by Peaty on ScoobyMods. Nice pictures starting in post #3.
Subaru Forester MY03 Audio Installation by "Rob" on BlogSpot.com.
2010 Legacy & Outback:Subaru navigation system -- tips, tricks, lockout override
2008 Legacy [& Outback]:SuperMoose's Audio Install **Picture Heavy** on LegacyGT.com
2000-2004 Legacy & Outback:Help: Replacing stereo on a 02 legacy wagon on LegacyGT.com
2001 Outback [& Legacy]:Adding a real stereo to your Subaru Outback
1997 Legacy Outback:Legacy Outback 97 Head Unit Installation
2008 Tribeca:2008 Tribeca D.I.Y. Parrot / Bluetooth Install Guide
SVX (all years):SVX Audio Installation Guide
OEM HU Accessories:Sirius satellite radio tuner kit into 2011 WRX
New 2011 11" Trunk Mounted Subwoofer
Factory Kicker Subwoofer Help (great pictures of the insides, and part number for replacement harness)
Subaru underseat sub installation Pictures included (2005 Saab 92x Aero -- like Impreza)
Do you know of another good HU install guide? Please let me know! Either use the 'Send email to SVXdc' link (click on my username), or post a reply to the parallel 'questions/updates' thread.
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