Stock radio harness

2005 TOYOTA SIENNA
108,000 MILES • 3.3L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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PCULQUI
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I just installed an aftermarket double din infotainment system on my vehicle. The factory radio came with about 4 or 5 harnesses that I disconnected. My aftermarket radio only came with 2.. I installed everything and the radio works fantastic. Now thinking back of what I did, I just realized that the 3 extra harnesses from the factory radio, are still in there just loose. Should I have covered them up with electrical tape or are they fine just loose like that.
Also. I have a GPS plug atta6to a small box. How can I run the wire up to the dashboard where I can place this box or can I leave the box inside with the radio.
Aug 14, 2020 at 5:09 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

In all honesty, if the harnesses are not being used, I would cover them with something to prevent anything from causing a short. I'm not sure which harnesses are not used at this point, but you don't want anything to short. I think it's a good safety precaution.

As far as the GPS, I'm not sure I understand what you are asking. Can you upload a picture of what you are working with and upload it for me to see?

Let me know.
Joe
Aug 14, 2020 at 5:26 PM
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This is the GPS unit. I believe the black box goes on the dashboard for the GPS signal to be strong. Now. where can I run the wire to the dashboard of the vehicle. I managed to run a USB cable from the back of the unit up to the glove compartment on the passenger side. Can i do the same for this GPS unit and just leave it inside the glove compartment?
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Aug 14, 2020 at 5:34 PM
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Hi,

I don't see why you wouldn't be able to do that. As far as where it mounts, looking at it doesn't indicate there is a need for it to be in a specific place. Try that and let me know if it works for you.

Joe
Aug 14, 2020 at 9:09 PM
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okay, and again many thanks for all the professional support.
Aug 15, 2020 at 10:49 PM
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You are very welcome. If you get a chance, let me know how things work out for you. Also, please feel free to come back anytime in the future.

Take care,
Joe
Aug 16, 2020 at 12:17 AM