[bmb527]

Hello all,
I have an 05 Outback Limited. It has the 6 disc CD changer, but no Aux input. I searched a bit, but couldn't find a DIY to install one. Does such a thread exist? Does anyone have experience with this little project? Any input will be appreciated!
Bill

 

[Dajeepman]

Does it not have one in the center console?

 

[stuartm]

Jazzy Engineering

i just did my 6 disc changer install a few weeks ago, so far i like it , i get slight noise from the alternators, so i would recommend upgrading and getting the isolation transformer.

 

[AWDBoost]

Installed - Aux port - 2005 Outback (long) - Subaru Legacy Forums

 

[ehalverson]

The guy I bought my '06 from had installed one of the permanent FM tuner adapters in the center console. It's signal attaches directly to the car's antenna at the radio so the clarity is MUCH better than a normal FM adapter, but still not as good as a stereo that has it hardwired in. I don't think the factory radio has an aux input that you can tap into. Another option that I'm considering is the $300 2-din adapter for the full console from Japan, but I don't know if I want to drop that much cash. If you don't have the dual thermostat controls you can get a much cheaper 2-din adapter.

 

[rasterman]

Bunch of threads on this, if you use google instead of the built in search tool you get way better results.

The jazzy is the cheap easy way for a basic line-in.

Getting a stereo from a newer outback is the not quite as cheap, somewhat better quality way.

Then there's outright replacement with aftermarket.

 

[b4wantab]

Another option

I did this to mine, love it. I am running XM and chage over to Iphone/pod when desired. I mounted the aux-in down in the ashtray area.

snackeyes: 2005 Subaru Outback AUX-IN Hack Via Radio Module

Peace,

Greg

 

[normalabby]

I had a Parrot Mki9200 unit installed. It splices into the speakers, so it isn't controlled by the head unit. If you're going to go the Jazzy route, this would be barely any more, price-wise and has much more to it. Amazon.com: Parrot MKi9200 Advanced Color Display Bluetooth Hands-Free Music Kit: Car Electronics