Ford says the Focus not only seats five comfortably, but it's also roomier than key rivals. When you pull the radio forward and look at the quadlock connector on the back you should find an empty slot in the connector, the white plug just clips right in. Just came across this thread and its exactly what I am looking to so with my 2003 Zetec. Adding an auxiliary input to your Ford stereo will allow you to connect external sources to the vehicle's audio system. Pacific Accessory Corporation Brad said Thanks for posting this! Thanks for the pointers Geoff. If the white C Connector is present on the back of the unit I will trace through with a multi-meter to see if there is continuity and report back on my findings.
You can see I meticulously soldered and applied heat shrink tubing to all the connections. I work for Visteon Audio Product Development. These will be removed, repeat violators will be banned. For the price, its easily worth the benefit but not going beyond to get a Subwoofer system installed. I have the same head unit.
I disconnected the connector and antenna from the back of the radio so it would come completely out. I can take a pic or two to show you what I did. Or could someone explain the best way to fit in the glove box. I got it from the radio connector. What other options do I have other than having the unit or another unit with aux output?? I turned the ignition on and pressed the brake in order to move the shifter out of the way so there was room to move the bezel. To play music and other content from your iPod or Mp3 device, you'd simply connect the device to the installed auxiliary adapter. I have the same head unit.
Need to know how to convert the cd changer interface to aux in, anyone? The hardest bit will probably be getting the head unit out and routing the cable into your glove box. It accelerates eagerly from a standstill and is quite spirited for passing and merging. The backseat folds down to expand cargo capacity. Attempts so far: Tried InCarTec Autoleads 24-220 'Aux-in to Ford Radio' adaptor lead. Interior The Focus' seats are relatively high — part of a long, tall interior that's designed to accommodate taller and older people, despite Ford's emphasis on the youth market. Show full review Vehicle Overview Introduced for 2000, the European-designed Focus quickly became Ford's top-selling passenger car. Ask questions and discuss technical information.
Fans of the Ford Motor Company brand and products! Pry near the clips, not in the middle of the bezel. This means I am out of luck? Sometimes I take it out to the track and drive it at high speeds, so far its handling is great, everything about it is great. I'll let you know how I get on. Also where is the best place to fit the aux input? Despite thick pillars, the long side glass helps visibility in the hatchback. It has a lot of power specially after making several upgrades to it. The wiring is pretty simple. In my opinion the extra money spent on an all in one unit makes far more sense.
However there is one identical to the port i am trying to attach but with different colour wires. The cable routed nicely on the right side of the radio towards the bottom. The cable I bought has the male part of the jack at the end. I used wire taps that worked perfectly. A friend of mine bought a unit from Aldi for £40 which has everything he needs and he says its brilliant! I have the cd6000 with the aux button. The front end of the Focus echoes the look of Ford's larger Five Hundred sedan. If you just want an aux in then the cable below fits straight into the cd changer connector at the back to provide an aux in, no soldering required.
So the choice really is up to you. So it's off to do a deal with a Ford parts depot for the aux cable - unless anyone knows where I can get the C connector only? That will do the job no bother. The end of the cable female matched all the leads from the head unit as well. I was contemplating one of the cheaper Sony products for £60 - £70 that dynamicsounds sell with all the fixing accessories. Aux button on the head unit, had no Aux input in the car. Vehicle Overview Introduced for 2000, the European-designed Focus quickly became Ford's top-selling passenger car. Not a very good family car, but can be used as one every once in a while when necessary.
I do treat my vehicles to the best tires, brakes, battery, lube and coolant without being asked. Glad someone else found this little box - it's dead handy for those who don't want to upgrade their Ford head unit etc. Under the Hood Ford's 136-hp, 2. Thanks Hi people I hope you can help me?!! I'ts not a refined luxury car but I find it more fun to drive. To access the radio, you need to remove the trim from around the radio. I've tried ford and viston but no success.
However, the barrel for the 3. The reason Im saying this is that I ran into this same problem. Also where is the best place to fit the aux input? I uploaded a piccy of the unit just to be clear whiich unit it is. Appearance is very sporty Cost of ownership, i'm not going to lie, it isn't the cheapest of vehicles to own especially out of maintenance plan Fun factor. Skip to details on the: Exterior At 168. Post news about Focus from around the internet.