In this video, I’ll be covering the process of installing a double DIN Android Auto and Apple Carplay radio in a 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML500 (W163) and bypassing the factory Bose amplifier. I’ll also show the process of installing a backup camera and how to hide the wiring.


Shortcuts:

0:00 Intro

00:46 Removing the original radio

02:37 Removing the kick panel

03:36 Removing the Bose amplifier

06:08 Audio wiring

08:09 Wiring connections and diagrams

10:19 Head unit wiring

10:42 Microphone wiring

11:30 Center console/USB routing

15:46 Kick panel reinstall

17:03 Double DIN adapter install

19:41 Backup camera install

22:24 Trunk trim



Parts:

Radio (used for this install, you can choose from many double DIN options): https://a.co/d/4CLqaNx

Dash Kit: https://www.amazon.com/SCOSCHE-MZ2349...

Metra Harness: https://www.amazon.com/Metra-70-1786-...

Factory Antenna Adapter: https://www.amazon.com/Metra-Electron...

Metra Speed Wire (cut to length): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

Backup Camera: https://www.amazon.com/Niloghap-Unive...

Other: trim tools, butt connectors, crimping tool, wire strippers, torx bits