Thread: 2002 Ford Taurus Replacing Stock Radio

Hey all,

This will be my first installation involving audio on my 2002 Ford Taurus SE. I need a new faceplate and radio but I've been reading up for a few hours and see that there are many potential problems, and several solutions floating around.

Basically, I'm looking for some input as to whether or not, from all my research, I will have what I need to get the job done.


Here is the faceplate:

http://www.amazon.com/Metra-99-5716-...3892151&sr=1-1

Installation instructions for faceplate:

http://documents.victorytechnologies...roduct/935.pdf

Here is the radio:

http://www.onlinecarstereo.com/CarAu...roductID=18517

Here are some wiring details:

http://www.installdr.com/Harnesses/Ford-Wiring.pdf
http://www.directwholesale.net/diagr...p?link=BULLDOG

Lastly, I need to buy some "U" shaped tools at walmart to get the stock faceplate off.



Now I don't know about the radio because I'm not sure if I can just put in any aftermarket radio or not. Any input on this project would be greatly appreciated - including potential dangers. Thanks!