2004 Explorer (Audiophile CD-6) Adding Hands-free

[jtucker1847]

I have the 2004 Explorer (Eddie Bauer Edition) with the Audiophile CD-6 in-dash CD-changer. I am purchasing the Parrot CK3100 Hands-free Bluetooth Car Kit. The description of this aftermarket kit states that an ISO connector is required to integrate directly into the car's stereo. Based on what I have read, it seems that the CD-6 does not have an ISO connector, so I have been investigating wiring harnesses.

There are two ‘Hands-free Cell Phone Prep Harness’ parts available for the 2004 Explorer directly from Ford. The description for both parts read: “Hands-Free Cell Phone Prep Harness is an easy, plug-and-play way to integrate hands-free cell phone car kits to your vehicle. It provides the interface between your vehicle’s audio system and most hands-free car kits. Harness connects to vehicle’s radio and supplies the necessary wiring to attach most hands-free car kits available in the aftermarket. See your dealer for details. Fits 2004+ models.â€

Part Number: 4L2Z19A393AA (Connector Wiring Harness For Use With Molex Connect)
Part Number: 4L2Z19A393BA (Connector Wiring Harness For Use With Tyco Connect)

The only distinction between the two parts is the references to ‘Molex’ and ‘Tyco’ connectors. I’m not sure if this is in reference to the connector on the radio in the vehicle or the connector on the aftermarket hands-free kit. IS THIS HARNESS REQUIRED TO INSTALL HANDS-FREE?

The CD-6 unit has a hands-free button on the faceplate, and I would assume that I could just plug the Parrot unit directly into the back if I had the correct connector. However, no one in the Ford parts department can tell me if the above parts are necessary, or if there are harnesses available to connect my aftermarket hands-free unit.

Has anyone successfully installed this unit or a similar one? Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

 

[Abraxsis]

Hi,

Dont know if youre still looking at this, but Im currently installing a Motorola HF850 in my 01 Sport with the CD-6 system by Pioneer. Any luck with yours?

Abraxsis

 

[MunkeyTX]

Bring a post back from the dead...

I'm investigating this as well as our city just passed a 'hands-free' ordinance.

Looks like Part Number: 4L2Z19A393AA (Connector Wiring Harness For Use With Molex Connect) is the correct one.

...a moment of silence as this post rest in peace.

 

[whagen]

Did you connect through the antenna wire or through the AUX input?

Wondering if it's through the AUX: If you are listening to the radio AM or FM and a call comes in does it interrupt the radio or do you have to see it and change the input to AUX to receive the call?