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Old Jul 11, 2018 | 06:28 PM
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Old Jul 11, 2018 | 06:53 PM
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I installed a Kenwood DDX9903s using the iDatalink KIT-FTR1 kit. I also installed the Maestro RR to add OEM features.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2018 | 06:53 PM
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Looked at this a while back, wanted Android Auto for maps , You can buy the new face plastic to accept a Double din and the wiring all online
Its made by Pac Audio Or as H20Camper just mentioned
 
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Old Jul 12, 2018 | 03:05 AM
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Old Jul 12, 2018 | 05:02 AM
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As long as you do not have sync 3 either of those kits will work, I have that exact radio in my XLT using the Pac kit. Both of the those kits come with a module, make sure to update the software on the module before installation also.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2018 | 07:12 AM
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Old Jul 12, 2018 | 10:40 AM
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I'm going to do something similar as what h20camper did. Got everything from Crutchfield and will attempt installation this weekend. Hope everything goes in smoothly. This is what I got:

Kenwood Excelon DDX9904S
Metra 40-EU10 Antenna Adapter
Crutchfield Advanced ReadyHarness Service (this is basically the wiring harness for the Maestro. I think you can also get it on Amazon)
iDatalink Maestro ADS-MRR Interface Module
iDatalink KIT-FTR1 Factory System Adapter
 
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Old Jul 12, 2018 | 11:40 AM
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The biggest struggle I had was removing the OEM Y shaped metal bracket at the top back of the dash. The documentation that iDatalink provides is good.
 
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Originally Posted by super_duty_532
I'm going to do something similar as what h20camper did. Got everything from Crutchfield and will attempt installation this weekend. Hope everything goes in smoothly. This is what I got:

Kenwood Excelon DDX9904S
Metra 40-EU10 Antenna Adapter
Crutchfield Advanced ReadyHarness Service (this is basically the wiring harness for the Maestro. I think you can also get it on Amazon)
iDatalink Maestro ADS-MRR Interface Module
iDatalink KIT-FTR1 Factory System Adapter
I am also looking into this. I have the 4inch screen in my XLT....

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Old Jul 13, 2018 | 09:29 AM
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That is a very good video!

I liked the iDatalink dash kit better than the PAC. I like the storage slot and the two USB, one HDMI and one 3.5mm audio jacks it provides. I have a 1 foot USB cable that works perfectly for jack to phone. I also preferred its HVAC Control location.

 
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Old Jul 13, 2018 | 11:48 AM
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That is a very good video!

I liked the iDatalink dash kit better than the PAC. I like the storage slot and the two USB, one HDMI and one 3.5mm audio jacks it provides. I have a 1 foot USB cable that works perfectly for jack to phone. I also preferred its HVAC Control location.

The only downside to this kit is they remove the 4 ford buttons, Pac turns these to camera controls so you can zoom which is kinda nice
 
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Old Jul 13, 2018 | 02:27 PM
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Huh? What buttons? My iDataLink maintained all buttons less the audio which the PAC removes as well.

(UPDATE: I see what you're referring to with their module.)

Here's the PAC.


 
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Old Jul 13, 2018 | 02:36 PM
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Originally Posted by h20camper
That is a very good video!

I liked the iDatalink dash kit better than the PAC. I like the storage slot and the two USB, one HDMI and one 3.5mm audio jacks it provides. I have a 1 foot USB cable that works perfectly for jack to phone. I also preferred its HVAC Control location.

Did your usb pocket go in the dash opening smoothly? Somehow mine doesn't fit. Not even close. I'm on phone with Crutchfield to find a solution.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2018 | 03:09 PM
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Yes, it did. Its it the right direction? (Sorry, had to ask.) The hole inside the pocket goes down.
 
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