2004 Outback Radio removal

[Abby Kula]

Does anyone know where I can find out how to remove the trim to get
access to the factory radio on a 2004 Outback?

Next, I want to hardwire a 3-outlet cigarette lighter adapter to an
accessory power source. Where is it and how do I access it?

I'm trying to install an XM radio receiver and extra power outlets up front.

 

[Alan]

Does anyone know where I can find out how to remove the trim to get
access to the factory radio on a 2004 Outback?

Next, I want to hardwire a 3-outlet cigarette lighter adapter to an
accessory power source. Where is it and how do I access it?

I'm trying to install an XM radio receiver and extra power outlets up

front.

You will not be able to install the XM radio. There are no connectors on the
Subaru radio. Search the group archives.

 

[Brian K. M.]

Follow this link:
http://www.subaruparts.com/guides/
That will take you to the installation guide section of subaru parts.
IIRC you have to remove the stock stero to install the 6 disc changer
and the security system.

Hope this helps.
Brian
'04 OBW

 

[spratt]

Okay... Now you are talking! I had all the same desires... I just got
back from Best Buy and I think I now can dub myself a genius... Actually,
none of this has come to fruition yet but... I think it will work...
Firstly, I have been down the path already of invcestigating what I might
find if I did get to the back of the radio. It seems that Subaru did
neglect to add any inputs for accessories. Now that I have regretfully
come to terms with that oversight, and lacking a tape player I am forced
to go teh route of the FM modulator... As you know, they suck... BUT....
ALthough I am really trying to make my MP3 player work in the car through
the stereo, the same challenge exists for XM and Sirius radio users... I
found something cool for the same price as most of the other lame
moduclators on the market. Now, I found one by DELPHI... Is is called
the SKYFI FM Modulator. It is $49. It is hard wired in and has a pass
through cord for your antennae lead... I think it is going to do the
trick. It also has an additinal output lead that must be to power your XM
unit.

As far as the 3 plug accessory plug... I have the same issue. I figure I
am going to find a way to hook into a live lead once I get the consol open
to install the modulator gizmo. It does suprise me that Subaru did not
give any power plugs that stay on after the key is out of the ignition. I
use it to charge my cell phone when I am out of the car and desperate!

So, anyway, I think this modulator gizmo, may be your answer. If you are
interested to hear if it worked, write me back. I will install it as soon
as I fine the instructions on ripping open the center console!

Let me know if you hear different...

Thanks!

Scott

 

[Blair Baucom]

From what I have read here on the group, Subaru is using a special smaller
antenna connector into the head unit. If so, it would require some connector
conversions. At http://www.subaruparts.com/ under installation guides, the
subwoofer/amplifier guide tells how to remove the console & head unit to
plug in the subwoofer.

Blair

 

[spratt]

Thanks a million. THat was the one mystery I was still looking forward
to... And, what was wrong with the NORMAL size connectors we willnever
know!

 

[MikeL]

Can anyone clearly answer yes or no as to the need of an antenna adaptor for
the Subaru radio ('05 WRX). I am about to dump a bunch of cash into a new
head-unit and don't want to get snagged on an cheap part that may be harder
than bollux to locate. The BestBuy guys and Crutchfield.com both don't seem
to think it's non-standard. Should they be wrong, does anybody know where I
can get this adaptor?

Thanks!

MikeL

 

[MikeL]

Better yet, does anyone have a picture and/or measurments of a removed
factory radio antenna plug that would be of help?