2005 WRX WGN + iPod? (pictures)

sedeuce · 04-09-2005, 01:40 AM

Hey All-

New Subaru owner (as of 4/6/05); longtime fan. Looking for a solution to bring my iPod into action with the stock 6-disc changer. Hoping there are others of you out there looking to do the same. If you have, please post your findings, info, and resources here.

I dismantled the console and removed the OEM stereo tonight to see what options were on the back. I took pictures of the entire process and have model # info from the stereo.

HU: Model No. 86201FE210
Ref. No. CQ-EF6360A
Matsu****a Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (made in Japan)
(Matsusheeta)

There is an 8-pin connector on the back. I would like to post a picture but I don't have access to do that yet. Need to post 10 times or something...

Need to figure out what this 8-pin is capable of. Anybody know? How about any manuals of this model HU from Matsu****a?

I would like to include the step by step process with 19 pictures. Especially the picture of the 8-pin connector. Anybody know how I can get past this 10 times post thing?

Thanks,
Sedeuce

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RodimusPrime · 04-09-2005, 02:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sedeuce

Anybody know how I can get past this 10 times post thing?

Just post 10 times

J/K

As far as hooking an ipod up - generally that is the easiest to do with an aftermarket deck with a line - in jack on the back.

If you want to keep the stock unit, there are several wiring pin schematics out there. Here is a direct link: http://www.geocities.com/svxdc/WRX-pinout.htm

And here is the thread in which they were discussing this:
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...ht=pin+diagram

If you search for "pin diagram" within the car audio sub forum you should get some good results.

And congratulations on the new car!

tad_02Wgn · 04-10-2005, 12:01 AM

Here is a similar thread I started about the 2002 which explains the unused connector.

Unfortunately, I can't find the serial protocol for the comm pin so I'm pretty stuck :-(

Edit: Forgot to post the damn link
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=691652

As you can see, the stock headunit (at least on an '02) DOES have potential for an aux input.

TreeSki · 04-10-2005, 01:03 PM

iPod Index

Click the link above for a wide variety of information regarding installing iPods in Subaru's using both aftermarket and OEM decks...

If you have anything you would like to add to the Index, let me know and I am always happy to add things!

-Tree

sedeuce · 04-10-2005, 01:36 PM

I should have pictures up soon - still need to post 8 more times...

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sedeuce

I should have pictures up soon - still need to post 8 more times...

Ok, 10 posts are done... Get ready to be bombarded by pictures.

Here is the step by step with pictures. I have 1 important note:
If you do end up removing the shift-knob like I did, put a sock or dish towel over the threaded end of the shifter shaft to prevent possibly scratching any of the nice shiny surfaces of the HU or console bezel pieces! Forunately, mine was very minor.

Started off by removing shift knob - note, you don't actually need to remove the knob from the boot like I did:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:40 AM

Lifted out the boot bezel:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:40 AM

Pulled the bezel/ashtray assembly up to the right (disconnect the plug):

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:41 AM

Shot of the lower console internals:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:41 AM

Started the console panel from the bottom right:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:41 AM

Fabric wrapped on screwdriver tip:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:42 AM

Went from right middle to right top left top and then off:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:42 AM

Closeup of HU and 6 screws:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:43 AM

RH side closeup:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:43 AM

Internals under HU

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:43 AM

LH side closeup during screw removal:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:44 AM

Sliding out the HU

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:44 AM

Rearside Connections:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:44 AM

HU Sticker:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:45 AM

Back of HU:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:45 AM

Bottom left - Talk to SVXdc about this harness (speakers, +, - dimmer):

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:46 AM

Bottom right - 8-pin connector and antenna:

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:47 AM

Closeup of 8-pin connector (this is the OEM Sub connector):

sedeuce · 05-13-2005, 12:47 AM

Looking at the HU harness in the car:

RodimusPrime · 05-13-2005, 01:19 AM

Bravo! Nice job on the pictures and write-up.

It is always good to have step by steps like this for people to refer to. Good resolution and good shots of how to take the trim out so you don't scratch it.

So how exactly are you planning on getting an ipod hooked up?

04-09-2005, 01:40 AM	#1
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	2005 WRX WGN + iPod? (pictures) Hey All- New Subaru owner (as of 4/6/05); longtime fan. Looking for a solution to bring my iPod into action with the stock 6-disc changer. Hoping there are others of you out there looking to do the same. If you have, please post your findings, info, and resources here. I dismantled the console and removed the OEM stereo tonight to see what options were on the back. I took pictures of the entire process and have model # info from the stereo. HU: Model No. 86201FE210 Ref. No. CQ-EF6360A Matsu**a Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (made in Japan) (Matsusheeta) There is an 8-pin connector on the back. I would like to post a picture but I don't have access to do that yet. Need to post 10 times or something... Need to figure out what this 8-pin is capable of. Anybody know? How about any manuals of this model HU from Matsu*a? I would like to include the step by step process with 19 pictures. Especially the picture of the 8-pin connector. Anybody know how I can get past this 10 times post thing? Thanks, Sedeuce Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

04-10-2005, 12:01 AM	#3
tad_02Wgn Scooby Newbie Member#: 66426 Join Date: Jul 2004	Here is a similar thread I started about the 2002 which explains the unused connector. Unfortunately, I can't find the serial protocol for the comm pin so I'm pretty stuck :-( Edit: Forgot to post the damn link http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=691652 As you can see, the stock headunit (at least on an '02) DOES have potential for an aux input. Last edited by tad_02Wgn; 04-10-2005 at 02:01 PM.

04-10-2005, 01:36 PM	#5
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Thanks for replies I should have pictures up soon - still need to post 8 more times...

05-13-2005, 12:40 AM	#7
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Lifted out the boot bezel: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 04:56 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:40 AM	#8
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Pulled the bezel/ashtray assembly up to the right (disconnect the plug): Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 04:57 PM.

04-10-2005, 01:03 PM	#4
TreeSki Scooby Specialist Member#: 58626 Join Date: Apr 2004 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: everywhere...and nowhere	iPod Index Click the link above for a wide variety of information regarding installing iPods in Subaru's using both aftermarket and OEM decks... If you have anything you would like to add to the Index, let me know and I am always happy to add things! -Tree

05-13-2005, 12:41 AM	#9
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Shot of the lower console internals: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 04:58 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:41 AM	#11
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Fabric wrapped on screwdriver tip: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 04:59 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:42 AM	#12
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Went from right middle to right top left top and then off: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 04:59 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:42 AM	#13
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Closeup of HU and 6 screws: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 04:59 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:43 AM	#14
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	RH side closeup: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:00 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:43 AM	#15
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Internals under HU Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:00 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:43 AM	#16
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	LH side closeup during screw removal: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:00 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:44 AM	#17
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Sliding out the HU Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:00 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:44 AM	#18
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Rearside Connections: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:01 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:44 AM	#19
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	HU Sticker: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:01 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:45 AM	#20
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Back of HU: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:01 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:46 AM	#22
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Bottom right - 8-pin connector and antenna: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:01 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:47 AM	#23
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Closeup of 8-pin connector (this is the OEM Sub connector): Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:04 PM.

05-13-2005, 12:47 AM	#24
sedeuce Scooby Newbie Member#: 84701 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2010 Yaris 5dr Hatch Black Sand Pearl	Looking at the HU harness in the car: Last edited by sedeuce; 06-03-2005 at 05:04 PM.

05-13-2005, 01:19 AM	#25
RodimusPrime Scooby Newbie Member#: 82118 Join Date: Feb 2005 Chapter/Region: MAIC Vehicle: 2017 WRX	Bravo! Nice job on the pictures and write-up. It is always good to have step by steps like this for people to refer to. Good resolution and good shots of how to take the trim out so you don't scratch it. So how exactly are you planning on getting an ipod hooked up?

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