head unit replacement

[milmat Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close milmat]

Hello,
new to forum, owner of a J120 Prado model 2008. My car stereo as it was from factory has a 6 cd changer, radio and casette. I want to replace with a new one with bluetooth, usb, mp3 capabilities. Under the driver seat is a pioneer amplifier. I asked a technician to find a 2din with the capabilities I want but he said that is strong problem how to connect with the amplifier. Specially the how to turn on and off. Has anyone tried to do this. Any tips?

[RanJ Avid PP Poster! Find all posts View Profile Close RanJ]

All new headunits will have either a blue/white or blue wire. This wire is designed for switching on amps and powering antennas.

[mybo Member Find all posts View Profile Close mybo]

Yep, shouldn't be a problem at all. Just be aware that the factory head unit for the 120 series is not exactly 2 DIN in size, so you will probably need to purchase an extra fascia surround so that there isn't gaps left in the dash when you replace with an aftermarket 2 DIN head unit. I purchased a Kenwood unit that came with the required fascia surround in the box.

You might also need to check whether the amplifier signal inputs are RCA, or "high Level" (basically means provided by connection to speaker wires). This will just determine the cabling you require to hook it up.

[zutta Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close zutta]

You can get 2din units off ebay that are suited to 120 prado. No fascia required.