How to install radio on a Lexus IS 300, Altezza | 1998 - 2005 (1st generation)

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In today's video I will be showing you step by step how to install an aftermarket stereo or head unit on a 2002 Lexus IS 300. The process is the same for any 1st gen. IS 300 (2001-05) or a Toyota Altezza (1998-05).
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Contents:
00:00 Intro
00:28 Disassembling center console
02:31 Wiring connections
06:19 Wire routing, chassis ground
08:23 Installing head unit, climate control
09:37 Radio cable extender
10:14 Coming up next...
10:23 Conclusion
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Tools required: Ratchet with 10 mm socket
Screwdriver with Phillips bit
Speaker wire
Butt connectors
Crimper
Electrical tape
Ring terminal
Zip ties
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Parts Required:
Aftermarket head unit - Sony XAV-AX 1000 (or any Double Din unit of your choice)
www.amazon.com/Sony-XAVAX1000...
Metra Toyota Wiring harness - PN: 70-8113
www.amazon.com/Metra-70-8113-...
Scosche IS 300 Double din dash kit
www.amazon.com/SCOSCHE-LS2075...
Radio cable extender
www.amazon.com/Anina-Anina-Ra...
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[@Pallidus_Rider]

As always - awesome video 👍
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Great video, thank you.

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Thanks for watching! 😀

[@bryanwhitley8602]

What did you do with your navigation? My screen is cracked and I am thinking about replacing it with an aftermarket GPS screen or something like that.

[@theautochap]

I decided to replace the navigation unit with a cubby holder I found in the junkyard. One of the gears in the navigation unit (the one that tilts the screen) was broken and discontinued, and in any case factory navigation units are notoriously unreliable so I was done with it.