Using this wiring diagram you can reinstall your factory Honda Accord stereo or repair Accord stereo wiring. When you are buying a used Accord, many times an aftermarket stereo or navigation system may be installed already. If there are problems with your Honda Accord stereo or the speakers don’t work, our How To guide can show you how to repair the Honda wiring.
Installing an aftermarket head unit can be much easier with a install kit, which can include the Accord radio bezel and plug in wiring harness. Unfortunately many times people just wire it themselves, and you can figure out how most of those jobs turn out.
Whether you want to install a navigation system, or upgraded speakers into your Honda Accord, this guide has all the years and generations for the popular Honda. Reference this Honda Accord Stereo Wiring Diagram to install crossovers or subwoofers, car speakers, or mp3 car audio component.
With simple tools any shadetree mechanic can easily wire the Honda Accord stereo. If you have any questions about our guide make sure to leave them below and we’ll be glad to help!
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Second generation Honda Accord (1982–1985) Stereo Wiring Diagram – The early and boxy Accord carried the chassis codes of SY/SZ/AC/AD and gave way to the early CA third generation Accord in 1986. Offered in a 3-door hatchback as well as a 4-door sedan, this Accord has a variety of old school JDM followers to this day.
Car Radio Battery Constant 12v+ Wire: White/Blue
Car Radio Accessory Switched 12v+ Wire: Yellow/Red
Left Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): Blue
Left Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): Red/Green
Right Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Brown/Black
Car Audio Front Speakers Size: 5 1/4″ Speakers
Left Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Blue/Yellow
Left Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Gray/Black
Right Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Red/Yellow
Right Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Brown/White
Car Audio Rear Speakers Size: 6 1/2″ Speakers
Third generation Honda Accord (1986–1989) Stereo Wiring Diagram – The first Honda Accord to feature the iconic B series engine, the early 1.8 and 2.0 liter versions of the DOHC engine are different than the ones commonly swapped. The B18A and B20A found in the early CA Accords still have a lot to offer for any Honda restoration enthusiast.
Putting your stock Honda Accord stereo back in this car might be difficult without the original bezel. Because of the layout of the center console and dash, most aftermarket dash kits require cutting. You can still use our Honda Accord Stereo Wiring Diagram guide to get the electrical part right though.
Car Radio Battery Constant 12v+ Wire: White/Yellow
Car Radio Accessory Switched 12v+ Wire: Yellow/Red
Car Radio Ground Wire: Black
Car Radio Illumination Wire: Red/Black
Car Stereo Antenna Trigger Wire: Yellow/White
Car Audio Front Speakers Size: 5 1/4″ Speakers
Left Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): Blue/Green
Left Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): Red/Green
Right Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Brown/Black
Left Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Blue/Yellow
Left Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Gray/White
Right Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Red/Yellow
Right Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Brown/White
Fourth Generation Honda Accord (1990–1993) Stereo Wiring Diagram – One of the first Accords that really took the automotive world by storm, the CB chassis is still popular among many Honda fans. The origins of the SOHC F series begin here in this generation of Honda Accord, and there’s many popular Honda swaps for this application including the H series swap.
Radio Constant 12V+ Wire: White/Yellow
Radio Switched 12V+ Wire: Yellow/Red
Radio Ground Wire: Black
Radio Illumination Wire: Red/Black
Radio Power Antenna Trigger Wire: Yellow/White
Front Speakers Size: 6 1/2″ Speakers
Left Front Speaker Wire (+): Blue/Green
Left Front Speaker Wire (-): Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker Wire (+): Red/Green
Right Front Speaker Wire (-): Brown/Black
Rear Speakers Size: 6 1/2″ Speakers
Left Rear Speaker Wire (+): Blue/Yellow
Left Rear Speaker Wire (-): Gray/White
Right Rear Speaker Wire (+): Red/Yellow
Right Rear Speaker Wire (-): Brown/White
Fifth Generation Honda Accord (1994–1997) Stereo Wiring Diagram – The SOHC F series continues to evolve in this generation of Honda Accord, and the first DOHC H Series makes it’s appearance. Styling that stands up to today’s standards, the CD chassis is the perfect commuter car with enough room and engine grunt to get the job done in the city.
Car Radio Battery Constant 12v+ Wire: Yellow/White
Car Radio Accessory Switched 12v+ Wire: White/Red
Car Radio Ground Wire: Black
Car Radio Illumination Wire: Red/Black
Car Stereo Antenna Trigger Wire: Yellow/White
Car Audio Front Speakers Size: 5 1/4″ Speakers
Car Audio Front Speakers Location: Doors
Left Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): Blue/Green
Left Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): Red/Green
Right Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Brown/Black
Car Audio Rear Speakers Size: 6 1/2″ Speakers
Car Audio Rear Speakers Location: Rear Deck
Left Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Blue/Yellow
Left Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Gray/White
Right Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Red/Yellow
Right Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Brown/White
Sixth Generation Honda Accord (1998–2002) Stereo Wiring Diagram – Despite the success of the Honda Accord in the US, the beginning of the end in other markets may have begun with the sixth generation. The Accord begins to grow in size and takes on a bigger feel that’s quite different than generations of old. Still the CF or CL is a great platform for a midsize family sedan, although largely forgotten by the aftermarket crowd.
Radio Constant 12V+ Wire: White/Green
Radio Ignition Switched 12V+ Wire: White/Red
Radio Ground Wire: Black
Radio Illumination Dimmer Wire: Red/Black
Left Front Speaker Wire (+): Blue/Green
Left Front Speaker Wire (-): Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker Wire (+): Red/Green
Right Front Speaker Wire (-): Brown/Black
Left Rear Speaker Wire (+): Blue/Yellow
Left Rear Speaker Wire (-): Gray/White
Right Rear Speaker Wire (+): Red/Yellow
Right Rear Speaker Wire (-): Brown/White
Seventh Generation Honda Accord (2003–2007) Stereo Wiring Diagram – The cutting edge i-VTEC technology breaks through in the seventh generation Honda Accord, and mated to an optional six speed gave owners a reason to smile. Innovative valve timing technology that promotes chamber swirl and atomization during part throttle operation, as well as high-revving performance, this year range of Accord got it right.
Car Radio Constant 12v+ Wire: White/Green
Car Radio Switched 12v+ Wire: Yellow/Red
Car Radio Ground Wire: Black
Car Radio Illumination Wire: Red/Black
Car Stereo Dimmer Wire: Red
Left Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): Green/Black
Left Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Light Green
Right Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): Green/Yellow
Right Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Gray/Red
Left Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Blue/White
Left Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Blue/Black
Right Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Pink
Right Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Blue/Yellow
Eighth Generation Honda Accord (2008–2012) Stereo Wiring Diagram – Hard to truly call only a Honda Accord, this year range of Honda is also called the Acura TSX. Enhanced refinements and excellent drivetrain options further optimize the unique i-VTEC technology and combine to make this sedan a true value.
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