Are there any kits/guides on how to install an Audio jack into a stock head unit?

Question

I am soon going to be in possesion of My families old car, a 2005 Mazda 6, with the stock 6-CD changer, and BOSE audio system. I was looking online on how to remove the head unit, because it is completely integrated into the dash! I found a website called metra online, and it has this unit for my specific car, http://www.metraonline.com/part/99-7523S, But when I click to buy it I can't because i don't own a business. So i was wondering where I could possibly find something like this online, or where I could find a kit such as this: http://www.metraonline.com/part/AX-FM01++++++++ to just add an audio jack and ipod dock, toggled by a switch when you want auxillary.

Answer 1

you can install an aux input or an iPod iPhone interface to the Mazda factory radio



http://www.oemautosound.com/p-379-mazda-2002-2008-ipod-interface-kit-dice-i-mazda-r.aspx





stay away from FM modulators they are not that good

Answer 2

If you want to buy the 99-7523S, then just do a Google search for the model number--many online retailers carry it. However, you should know what you're buying. It's a dash mounting kit that would allow you to replace your stock radio with an after-market head unit, but you'd still need to buy the new head unit along with some wiring adapters and a special adapter for the Bose system.



The AX-FM01 is just a hardwired FM adapter. It can be connected to any factory head unit with an AM/FM antenna connection. You'd listen to your portable device by tuning it in on an FM radio station. Because it's a hardwired connection, it performs better than the wireless FM transmitters that are available. Again, searching for the model number will find you many options for purchasing this product online. Also, most car audio stores carry this item or something similar.



Sometimes you can find auxiliary input adapters made specifically for your vehicle, using the factory CD changer port or satellite radio port. However, I did not find any of these devices for a 2005 Mazda 6, although some options exist for the 2006 model year.

Answer 3

No. There is no way to force an aux input into a stock stereo.