1999 Lexus RX 300 install

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Topic: 1999 Lexus RX 300 install

Posted By: ruffryders_948
Subject: 1999 Lexus RX 300 install
Date Posted: April 28, 2004 at 2:46 AM

i ahve a rx300 and i wanted to install a system in it. Considereing i can't install an after-market head unit i have to ude the stock setup. how can i hook up rca cables to the unit considering there is no rca jacks in the stock unit.

thanks,

chuck

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Posted By: raydawg357
Date Posted: April 28, 2004 at 7:18 AM

You will need a line out converter. You can catch the signal at the speakers or behind the oem radio. There are custom shops out there that can install an aftermarket unit for you.

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Posted By: shrimpboat
Date Posted: May 09, 2004 at 6:14 PM

i'm in the same boat - just bought a 2000 rx 300 & i didn't realize how difficult adding a stereo was going to be...

i found a system diagram that suggests that my RX300 has an outboard amp, as well as a sub, although i have yet to located either one. does anyone know if every RX has an amp, or might i be looking at the diagram of an upgrade option?

if there is a separate amp in every ride, then the signal coming from the head unit should already be at line level, right?

what's this under the carpet, beneath the rear seat? there's a bunch of wires going to it.... hmmm... i guess i'll wait for a response before asking how to remove the rear seat...

thanks!

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