Installing A Sony XAV AX3000 | Head Unit Install | 2007 Ford PJ Ranger 

Nice, will look into that. Cheers!

Nice one, that's a good time saver!

Send a link to this please?

@@fletchersmith45 super cheap auto $19 adapter for car $19 adapter for headunit brand. Steering control adapter if needed but expensive

Hey mate, those other connections are 3x amplifier pre-outs and a camera input, all of which are optional depending on your requirements.

Like should I make a hole somewhere to bring it through or not?

You might have the constant and auxiliary power the wrong way around 🙂

@@explorebound Thank you very much, I will attempt again on Sunday and let you know if that sorts it. Great video by the way

@@explorebound All fixed, thanks for the help! I managed to turn the ignition on with my airbag switch unplugged and now my airbag light is on:( the codes won’t clear and the switch is working, lucky me

Keep an eye on the SCA sales, when it came down to $399 a few weeks back all there stores were out of stock, but I was able to get it from their eBay store with free postage. :)

Hey Ante, I just bought one from visions(dot)ca for 298 canadian dollars ( about the same as AUD) if you're still looking for one. Good luck!

@@negkoray beautiful, I’ll have a look today 👍

Tried ordering one at $399 in store told me there was no stock so I called phone ordering and she found one in Tassy, I payed for it and requested delivery to the store two hours later I received a text to say my order has arrived and ready for pickup So I Went to the store and got told there is no unit and I’ll be getting a refund! Called up the phone order line again and confirmed there is one in Tassy and ask them to deliver it to my house two days later I received a full refund and four days after that I received my head unit!! Even got Free delivery HaHa Even said on the invoice no stock item is unavailable! Idiots everywhere!!

@@MussaKZN that is gold 😂

Hi mate, the harness adaptor that came with my particular facia only had the plug that connects to the factory harness (just wires on the other end). If the harness that came with yours has plugs on both ends, I'd suggest cutting off the new stereo end to wire it to your new harness (provided it doesn't plug into your new stereo already!)

Thanks mate, I haven't had any experience with Toyota cameras, but if they connect using standard camera RCA plugs then they should plug straight in to the Sony unit (if not, you could potentially cut the factory camera wire and connect your own RCA).

I think that’s the ground

Hi Alan, that's basically correct that the fascia plate adapts the existing stereo to fit aftermarket units. With some cars, you can get away with not buying a new fascia as the factory stereo sometimes has similar mounting points to aftermarket units, however with the Rangers the stereo/fascia/AC panal and hazard button is all once piece, so to change to any aftermarket stereo requires a new fascia. If you hunt around on eBay you can find cheap fascia's, here's a link to one I found for $37 (I have no idea what the quality is like though unfortunately): www.ebay.com.au/itm/Double-2-DIN-Radio-Fascia-Dash-Panel-For-Ford-Ranger-PJ-PK-07-11-For-Mazda-BT50/114746516514

Hi, a reverse camera plugs straight in to this unit, no need for anything extra however I believe you'll need to purchase extra parts for steering wheel controls, such as an interface and an adapter something like this: automotivesuperstore.com.au/sony-rcsr1?SONY-RCSR1&gclid=CjwKCAjwhMmEBhBwEiwAXwFoEXcN40D6A9C_1RAccPq8xIJHxMrCz6qXdKINZZTI6eXm6JMLKh0DPRoCAJUQAvD_BwE

It certainly makes things easier! There's a few different ones out there but this is the one I bought if you're interested: amzn.to/3sHCVDD

Just quote the model number of your stereo and they will match what harnesses you need. Suprised Supercheap didnt know which one

Hi, I definitely see the appeal with the front mounted USB port on the 1000, however I suppose it depends on each car. I'm lucky in the sense that I have a small storage space below the centre assembly which perfectly fits my phone and wallet, so my cable comes out behind that area allowing me to plug my phone in without cables being visable from the front.

Mine didn’t, however I went on to buy a new, far better fitting fascia panel that came with one 👍

@@explorebound good bro because that gap would’ve drove me nuts too 😂

Hi, while it should fit, unfortunately I don't think there's many (if any) aftermarket head units that support 360 cameras at the moment - however with how many cars now feature 360 cams, I'm sure it's only a matter of time! As for installation places, I usually do all my own work so don't have first hand experience with anywhere, but there's an Alberts Car Stereo in Rockingham that's been around for quite some time, might be worth checking out. Cheers!

Thanks! If CarPlay was on the screen when you turned the car off, it will automatically load when you next turn the car on.

Hi Jordan, below the stereo in my car there is a little storage area, I was able to feed the USB cable into here through a removable panal at the top.

also the fascia panel

Hi mate, I bought my fascia off ebay which came with the wiring harness, but most automotive stores such as Supercheap Auto and Repco should sell the harnesses.

Hi Kelly, the aerial is a separate plug, you can briefly see me connecting it at 14:46 🙂

It's fantastic! Heats up really quick and so good being portable, don't know how I managed without it haha.

@@explorebound Thanks, just ordered mine with extra tips!

This thing's great, like the blinky reminding you it's still hot after you turn it off!

Thanks mate! Good thinking with swapping the plates around, however I did give that a go but the alignment wasn't any better unfortunately.

@@explorebound ahhh bugger. Oh well.

Hi mate, I sold the Kenwood unit shortly after swapping it out

Also thinking of the AX-5000, is there any difference in screen size between them thanks

Hi Russell, the fascia size is "double din" and here's a link to the new one I purchased to replace the one in this video (the fit was terrible with that one in the video, the new one is much better): www.ebay.com.au/itm/274360946081 Regarding the bullbar, mine is an ARB bullbar and I definitely rate it strength wise, having put it to the test a few times. Regarding the AX3000 vs AX5000, I actually have a video comparing both of those models if you're interested, but the screen size is the same: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-asx6IVT8PDw.html

@@explorebound Took your advice and bought a Double Din facia, went out yesterday to Auto Barn and bought the new one, the XAV-AX5500. Only been in one day but love it, so simple to install with the plug and play cables from Auto Barn plus the one that comes with the facia. Still dont know why they include a remote with Touchscreen. So yea thanks for helping make my choice, plus now have a Bullbar on as well from West Coast 4X4 in Mandurah

Hi mate, I've since bought a new fascia that fits much better without the gap shown in the video, here a link: www.ebay.com.au/itm/274360946081 As for the unit itself, you can get it from most automotive stores or on eBay (search Sony AX3000).

@@explorebound alright. What about for the plug/harness?

Thanks mate! I have been loving the stereo, still working brilliantly 👌 Yeah I ended up buying a new fascia that included the infill panel, it was a bit more expensive but fits far better and fills the gap, this is the one I bought: www.ebay.com.au/itm/274360946081

@@explorebound Awesome! thanks for the link. You've definitely sold me on that head unit setup.

Hi mate, it was a few years ago now that I changed the stock unit but I don't recall having to cut any plugs off - perhaps we have slightly different models? I'd try and proceed with the install just using the main harness and see if you experience any issues, if something isn't working then perhaps investigate the secondary harness.

Hi mate i have the same question what was the outcome of the other smaller harness?

@@keneccles4336 I have an xl ranger so no fancy gadgets, assuming the smaller harneseseses are for steering wheel controls etc. I ignored them, setup is working as it should. 6.5 inch splits from an amp under the passenger seat in the front, 4 inch coaxial in the back, and the pioneer subamp deal under my seat.

Just realised we're talking about the car side of the harness. Can't remember what I did with those small harneses. So I'm assuming I ignored them and just hooked up and ebay harness adapter to the headunit harness as per normal. Basically connecting as many wires as I could see fit. Regardless, my sound system is working as it should and all controls as they should. Lemme know if you need any info on it mate! Did it all a few months ago, sounds amazing now

Thanks mate I'll be having a crack at it tomorrow so see how it goes. Sounds like you have a nice setup!

Hi mate, not as yet although I've just bought a new facia with built-in surround, waiting on it to arrive. My current one has never sat quite right so hoping to kill two birds with one stone.. this is the one I got which should be a perfect fit according to the specs! www.ebay.com.au/itm/fits-FORD-RANGER-PJ-PK-06-11-Double-DIN-Facia-Fascia-Kit-Panel-PREMIUM-QUALITY/274360946081

@@explorebound great, good luck. I'll touch base in a week to check in on the results. Cheers for the help!

Hi mate, just wanted to let you know that the new fascia arrived and it's a perfect fit! I'd definitely recommend that one if you haven't purchased one yet, the fascia itself fits the car a lot better than my original one, and it comes with a surround that fits the sony unit perfectly.

Hey mate, what in particular would you like to see? :)

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Thanks! I think I was getting impatient with it haha 😂

It has a USB cable that comes out the back of the unit, I’ve then run that to a space under the fascia :)