2023 CX-5 Non-Bose Factory Amp Location?

[darekfarmer]

Wanted to post in this thread first before making a separate thread as this is related. Vehicle is a 2023 CX-5 non-Bose system.

I am wanting to keep the stereo upgrade simple and just add the JBL BassPro Hub Powered spare tire subwoofer to the system.

I am wanting to tap into the speaker outputs from the amp under the seat, but I do not want to cut or tap into the wires that may void the warranty. I have done a lot of searching and can not find the proper harnesses to purchase so I can make my own T harness to tap into the high level speaker outputs from the amp. From what I have read it would be the middle harness from the photo attached. I would need the male and female version of this harness (hopefully with wires attached) so I can make my own T harness.

Has anyone done this without cutting factory wires? Thoughts? Any other way of doing this to not void warranty? Appreciate any help.

 

[theblooms]

Wanted to post in this thread first before making a separate thread as this is related. Vehicle is a 2023 CX-5 non-Bose system.

I am wanting to keep the stereo upgrade simple and just add the JBL BassPro Hub Powered spare tire subwoofer to the system.

I am wanting to tap into the speaker outputs from the amp under the seat, but I do not want to cut or tap into the wires that may void the warranty. I have done a lot of searching and can not find the proper harnesses to purchase so I can make my own T harness to tap into the high level speaker outputs from the amp. From what I have read it would be the middle harness from the photo attached. I would need the male and female version of this harness (hopefully with wires attached) so I can make my own T harness.

Has anyone done this without cutting factory wires? Thoughts? Any other way of doing this to not void warranty? Appreciate any help.

Go to the junkyard to find the connectors.

 

[darekfarmer]

Go to the junkyard to find the connectors.

That would only work for the male side of the connector if I could even find a 2023 in a junkyard. I would still need the female side in order to make a T harness.

 

[theblooms]

Again, junkyard. Grab the the amp too, harvest the connector out of it.

 

[LeonTunnie]

I haven't been able to find the plug and ended up soldering on to the existing wiring coming from the plug. In my install (non-Bose) i replaced all speakers and added a sub so ran all my own wiring, and cut the oem wiring after the solder joint as i was getting some weird feedback coming through.

 

[Pyrosoul]

I recently purchased a CE CX-5 that has a non bose factory stereo. I'm looking to install a 4 channel brick amp to power after market speakers. I've searched everywhere (even the forum) as to where the amp is located. Some say under the passenger front seat while others say it is under the passenger glove box. Ive looked in both places and nothing looks like an amp. I also went to 2 installation shops and both say there isn't an amp at all. My question is:

1. Does anyone know if it has an amp?

2. If so, where is it?

3. If not, do the make a harness for the back of the unit that will allow me to tap into the speakers without cutting wire?

This is for a 2023 with the new infotainment screen not the old one.

Thank you

I found options for the speaker out connector with wires attached for non-bose 2023 and probably other models.


If you need the speaker connector with wires! I found a few sources for the part:


TH16FW-NH to TH16MF-NH Male to Female extension type (wire in between)

Aliexpress $7~ with shipping

The brand new original TH16FW-NH TH16MW-NH 16PIN is a connector plug for the navigation instrument host wiring harness of automo - AliExpress 34

Aliepxress both ends
Original TH24FW-NH TH24MW-NH automobile male and female 20cm harness connector plug - AliExpress

$30 has the option of male or male and female - includes wires

The brand original TH16FW-NH TH16MW-NH 16PIN is a connector plug for the navigation instrument host wiring harness of automo - Walmart.com

This is a way better option than just getting the connector and trying to sort wires.





Just the connector - if you want that for some reason:


Home » Shop » Connectors / Harnesses » Sumitomo » 16 Way Sumitomo Unsealed Connector for GTR Steering Combination Switch

aliexpress.us/item/3256806320466008.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt&_randl_shipto=US

UK website

6098-5279

Manufacturer website:

https://prd.sws.co.jp/components/series/pdf/en/nh.pdf


COnnector PDF

https://www.dalroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/NH-series.pdf

 

[Pyrosoul]

If you need the speaker connector with wires! I found a few sources for the part for 2023 CX5 non-bose under passenger seat amplifier. May work on other models and years


TH16FW-NH to TH16MF-NH Male to Female extension type (wire in between)

Aliexpress $7~ with shipping

The brand new original TH16FW-NH TH16MW-NH 16PIN is a connector plug for the navigation instrument host wiring harness of automo - AliExpress 34

Aliepxress both ends
Original TH24FW-NH TH24MW-NH automobile male and female 20cm harness connector plug - AliExpress

$30 has the option of male or male and female - includes wires

The brand original TH16FW-NH TH16MW-NH 16PIN is a connector plug for the navigation instrument host wiring harness of automo - Walmart.com

This is a way better option than just getting the connector and trying to sort wires.





Just the connector - if you want that for some reason:


Home » Shop » Connectors / Harnesses » Sumitomo » 16 Way Sumitomo Unsealed Connector for GTR Steering Combination Switch

aliexpress.us/item/3256806320466008.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt&_randl_shipto=US

UK website

6098-5279

Manufacturer website:

https://prd.sws.co.jp/components/series/pdf/en/nh.pdf


COnnector PDF

https://www.dalroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/NH-series.pdf

 

[Gasman]

These definitely fit

 

[Sban]

I added a 4 channel Alpine KTP-445U and a Rockford R500X1D. Wasn't happy with the sub only setup.

What I did was cut the speaker out harness from the amp. I connected the harness end to the inline of the Alpine and connected the outline wires from the Alpine to the cut end of the factory speaker wires. For the Rockford, I tapped into the rear speaker wires before the connection to the 4ch. I also installed 4 Alpine S-S65 speakers. The KTP is set to 60hz HPF. For the sub I'm using is a down fire Pioneer 12".

Everything sounds fantastic! It wasn't as easy as I thought it was going to be. Some things to mention that might help.

*Again, take the seat out to work with the amp under the passenger front seat. Make sure to disconnect the neg side of the car battery before getting started. I had no trouble reconnecting the neg side from time to time for testing as long as you don't move the seat while doing it. I managed to work under the seat after removing the 4 bolts and keeping all the wires connected to the seat by tilting the seat back and propping the seat with a vacuum cleaner hose.

* I connected all the wires from the cut harness and the 4 ch amp to Nilight 2pin plug sockets. This will make it easy to switch it back to stock. I connected male and females to the cut factory harness and factory speaker wire side and connected male and females to the inline and outline of the amp.

I am a noob working on upgrading all 6 speakers, adding an amp and spare tire sub on my 2023 CX5. Finished replacing the tweeters and front door speakers so feeling confident with the rest. This thread has been super helpful so thanks for that. Some additional questions -
1. Where do you recommend I place the amp? Does above the factory amp so not to block the air vents a good idea? If not where do you recommend I place it? Based on this can you also suggest a convenient point for grounding?
2. What did you do about the remote turn on wire for the amp and sub? My amp Kicker 46CXA360.4T and sub JBL BassPro Hub take high level signals so I do not plan on using an LOC, any guidance here would be appreciated.

TIA