Pele
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I have a 2012 Expedition EL (with factory nav and a factor subwoofer) and am gutting the factory stereo.
Question: Do I need to retain the APIM (Accessory Protocol Interface Module) that lives in the center console for ANY reason?
Does the APIM deal with the HVAC system?
Does the APIM deal with the gauge cluster?
Does the APIM do ANYTHING other than deal with the stereo system?
I will be installing the following equipment:
I want to retain the stock backup camera.
I want to retain the stock microphone for communications.
Question: Do I need to retain the APIM (Accessory Protocol Interface Module) that lives in the center console for ANY reason?
Does the APIM deal with the HVAC system?
Does the APIM deal with the gauge cluster?
Does the APIM do ANYTHING other than deal with the stereo system?
I will be installing the following equipment:
- Kenwood DMX-7704S head unit (With Android Auto)
- iDataLink Maestro RR2 vehicle interface (For steering wheel controls, OBD2 data, etc.)
- JBL speakers in all doors (862CF component fronts and 862F coaxial rears)
- Two 12 inch Image Dynamics (ID12D2 v.4) subwoofers
- Zapco ST-4X amplifier (for front and rear stage)
- Zapco ST-1000 XMII (for subwoofers)
I want to retain the stock backup camera.
I want to retain the stock microphone for communications.
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