kenwood stereo install

[yakdick]

I['m installing a kenwood deck in my 2004 srt-10. it doesn't have nav or handsfree. I want the factory amp and speakers to work. stereo place sold me a 70-6512 metra adapter kit which says 02-04 amp bypass on the package. I think I just need a 716502-1 kit instead which is just a regular dodge connector. am I right?. it looks like a real pita to install this harness I have here now

 

[wesalbert]

Just did mine. Used a Metra Axxess CHTO-02 CHTO02 OEM Amplified Audio Interface Harness worked great.
You can also get a Metra ASWC ASWC-1 Universal Car Steering Wheel Control Interface if you want the steering wheel controls to work as well.

 

[wesalbert]

The 716502-1 will not work.
I have seen where the 70-6512 should work... but never got it to work myself. Just gave up and bought the parts listed above.

 

[bestial]

Where did you get that wiring kit. I've seen them on crutchfield for $150, and other places have them for right under $100. Stereo shop here in town said they have a kit but could not guarantee my factory sub would continue to work. I just think they were trying to sell me a sub and amp.

 

[wesalbert]

This is who I got mine thru. All the speakers and sub work fine
Metra Axxess Chto 02 CHTO02 Amplified Audio Interface Harness | eBay

As long as you get that part number, you should be ok.

 

[yakdick]

Used the chto.02 adapter and the axxess steering wheels control adapter. Works 100 %.

 

[wesalbert]

Used the chto.02 adapter and the axxess steering wheels control adapter. Works 100 %.

:rock:

 

[bestial]

That's great news. I can't wait to get mine in. Thanx

 

[StinkyLinky]

:dito: I tried a new Kenwood model from Crutchfield and had issues where it wouldn't turn on. Two units acted the same. No problems when I switched to Alpine. CHTO02 harness and ASWC.