Radio Replacement Harness - Ford | Kia | Mazda | Mercury 1986-1994 — 70-1781
Key features
- For select Ford / Kia / Mazda / Mercury 1986-1994
- Plugs into the car's original radio connectors on one side
- No wire cutting needed for factory radio connectors
- Color-coded wires on the other side are connected to the aftermarket radio
- Provides electrical power to the radio for a four-speaker connection
Radio Replacement Harness - Ford | Kia | Mazda | Mercury 1986-1994 — 70-1781 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
Product Overview
Connect an aftermarket car radio to the vehicle’s electrical system with the 70-1781 radio replacement wiring harness. It has a vehicle-specific adapter for the original radio connectors and color-coded wires for connecting to the new radio.
Key Features & Benefits
- Original-connector adapter: Connects to the vehicle’s factory radio connectors without cutting those wires.
- Color-coded radio wires: Helps identify the wires to connect or solder to the aftermarket receiver.
- Four-speaker connection: Provides electrical power for a four-speaker radio connection.
- Installation help: A tech support number is available seven days a week.
Technical Specifications
| Model | 70-1781 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Radio replacement wiring harness |
| Vehicle makes listed | Ford, Kia, Mazda, Mercury |
| Years listed | 1986–1994 |
| Radio connection | Vehicle-specific adapter connects to original radio connectors; color-coded wires connect to the aftermarket radio |
| Speaker connection | Four-speaker connection |
Why Choose This Product?
The 70-1781 provides a connection between compatible factory radio connectors and an aftermarket receiver. Its vehicle-side adapter avoids cutting the factory radio connector wires, while the color-coded leads give you the wires to connect or solder to the new radio.
Installation & Compatibility Notes
Confirm that your vehicle’s make, year, and radio connectors match before installation. The harness connects to the factory radio connectors on one side; its color-coded wires must be connected or soldered to the aftermarket radio.
A dash kit, antenna adapter, or special interface adapter may also be needed, depending on the vehicle and the functions you want to retain. These may include steering-wheel audio controls, navigation, or video functions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which vehicles is the 70-1781 listed for?
The product title lists Ford, Kia, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles from 1986–1994. Check your specific vehicle and factory radio connectors for compatibility.
Do I need to cut the factory radio wires?
The vehicle-specific adapter connects to the original radio connectors without cutting those connector wires. The color-coded harness wires connect or solder to the aftermarket radio.
Does this harness connect a four-speaker radio?
It provides electrical power for a four-speaker connection.
Could I need additional installation parts?
Depending on your vehicle and installation, you may need a dash kit, antenna adapter, or special interface adapter to retain certain vehicle functions.
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