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Expert: - 1/15/2008


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I have a 2001 Ford Expedition, just purchased yesterday. The factory sound system is very nice, and the radio/tape/CD player on the dash has excellent sound - both tape and radio. However, when I hit the CD button, it said "NOCDDJ" on the LED readout. Obviously, there is no CD changer in this vehicle, and from what I understand it was an option and the location of the changer would have been in the center console? When we raised the lid to the center console, no wiring harnesses, wiring, etc., just empty space. Where does this CD changer go in this particular vehicle, and how can we install?

(I have a pretty good knowledge of wiring concepts and hardware, just not on this particular SUV)

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the cd changer is mount inside the center console
to find the wire you need to remove the top center cover
2 screws 1 in the cup holders and 1 in the center of the square section under the small plastic mat
if you find the square 12 pin plug   use this cd changer

http://www.oemautosound.com/pc-41-57-ford-lincoln-mercury-cd-changer-12-pin-plug...

if there is not cable use this cd changer it comes with the long cable
http://www.oemautosound.com/pc-43-57-ford-lincoln-mercury-cd-changer-98-to-2002....

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'am a car electronics installer with 23 years of experience. I'am very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, auxiliary audio inputs and iPod iPhone interface integration and security systems if you need any help with your factory stereo, or how to add auxiliary audio or listen to your ipod android in the vehicle I currently have a MECP Master Installation Technician certification. My answers are based on my experience in vehicles and my knowledge of automotive electronics I don't put much emphasis on brand names; you won't often find me putting down a brand or pushing one on dont send me a list of what brands i like better sorry i can not help you with aftermarket or vehicles that are not in the u.s.a also video and security

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