It is very important to know whether a vehicle is equipped with a premium factory amplified sound system before trying to install an aftermarket radio. One of the most common problems that we run into with our customers is that they purchase a wire harness that is only compatible with non-amplified systems and just when they are in the midst of installing the radio, they realize that something is wrong. Many times, but not always, the wire harness for non-amplified systems is the less expensive option and since it looks like it will fit, there is hope that it will work too! Unfortunately, just because a wire harness fits doesn't mean that it is going to function. Here are a few ways to help in determining if your vehicle is equipped with a premium amplified system so that you can save yourself time and be certain to purchase the correct wire harness for your installation.
1. The easiest way is to take a look at the front of the factory radio and/or the factory speakers to see a brand name or the word "premium". There are a lot of different premium brands out there, but the most popular are: Bose, Infinity, JBL, Mark Levinson, Harman Kardon, Boston Acoustics, Kicker, Rockford Fosgate, Nakamichi, Alpine, Monsoon, Sony etc. If you do not see any of the premium brands or the word "premium", you may want to check your owner's manual to see if there is anything there. 2. Verify if your vehicle is equipped with more than 4 speakers. Often times, if it has more than the normal 4 speakers, it is equipped with a premium sound system. This is not always the case though as the newer vehicles are coming with a standard 6 or 8 speaker system, so it is recommended to get confirmation. 3. In some extreme cases, like Saab vehicles, it is necessary to check the back of the factory radio. In these cases, there is no other way to verify whether the system is amplified or not. Whether you are new to car stereo installation or are having trouble verifying the sound system in your vehicle, hopefully these tips help out! But, if you need more help...give us a call or send us an e-mail so that we can point you in the right direction.
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