Any way to ID what factory radio '02 had?

[2Mercs]

I just picked up a loaded 2002 that has had a !cheap! aftermarket CD/MP3 player installed. Is there a way to figure out which factory radio it had? I'd look at a better aftermarket, but this one has the volume and channel controls on the steering wheel and I'd like to be able to use those. Ideas or suggestions?

Lon P
who's a more talented mechanic than electrician

 

[Donner]

Hi there...

You could run the vin number by the parts department Ford/Merc and they can give you a part number that shows your exact model. Also, there's one more area... let me look real quick...

 

[Sleb]

Hope this helps you......

 

[Donner]

Ford/Merc...

What a coincidence... it appears to be the same the came from my 03 xlt, which just happens to be for sale... I had problems with the factory unit overheating - not a hazard, but not for me, but there are people who say they work fine... There's a member here from TN that says his works without issue... check it out. If it's what you need, I'll hold it for you if you want to buy...

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=200249

 

[Donner]

Here you go...

This member from TN can tell you more about the Mountaineer... Maybe the stereo is the same as theirs... They can tell you it works like a charm, and I'd listen if you want the factory unit...

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=199991&highlight=stereo

 

[2Mercs]

Thanks guys. Is there a way to find out of the CD-6 radio is compatible? If I can, I'd prefer to use that one.