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What is the pink wire on aftermarket radio?
The pink wire is the CAR SPEED SIGNAL INPUT. This is an optional wire and is not required to be connected. You can connect it to the speed pulse wiring circuit, if your car has one. There is no red wire on the harness.
What is the orange wire on car stereo?
The normal use of orange and orange/white wires is orange is for variable voltage to control display illumination dimming (i.e. the head unit display dims along with the other dash lights) while orange/white is a simple on/off signal of whether the dash lights are on (the head unit has only bright and dim display …
What do the 12 pin connectors do on a Mazda Miata?
CN701 (Main 12-Pin Harness) This connector is normally used for the main (front door) speakers, as well as to connect the head unit to the vehicle’s power and lighting system. It also has pins to activate an external amp and antenna and for vehicle speed sensing, though these may not be active on all vehicles.
What kind of audio system does the Miata use?
Mazda has a long relationship with Matsushita/Panasonic, so Miata audio systems from 1990 through 2000 are based on Panasonic designs. Descriptions of pinouts for these systems are found in the first partof this FAQ. In the early ’00s, Ford and Mazda partnered with Sanyo to design a new modular audio system.
How do you replace Bose in a Miata?
Bose-equipped Miatas feature a center-dash speaker that can be replaced by a 3-1/2″ aftermarket model. It’s under a grille and easy to reach and remove. All you need to do is pry the grille straight up to remove it, then remove the two Phillips screws securing the speaker to the dash.
Where are the speakers on a Mazda Miata?
(Crutchfield Research Photo) Depending on factory trim level, the Miata could have speakers in the dash, doors, and rear panel. The dash and door speakers are easy to deal with. The rear panel speakers are not. The center dash speaker is very easy to reach and replace (Crutchfield Research Photo)