What You’ll Need

Setting up a Direct Replacement stereo isn’t hard, but it does use a few key parts:

  • Kenwood Direct Replacement Stereo
  • iDatalink Maestro APX Kit – includes brackets, hardware, and dash adapters (required)
  • iDatalink Maestro RR or RR2 Interface – keeps your steering wheel buttons and factory settings working (required)
  • Kenwood Radio Wiring Harness (required)
  • Monitor extension cable (optional - depending on your setup)