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Old 18-06-2008, 02:18 PM   #1
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Default Fiesta ipod input drama!

Hi all,

I have a 2005 Ford Fiesta Zetec. I've been looking into getting the Ford ipod/mp3 imput installed. After getting some quotes from Ford dealers in Melbourne, I booked my car in to city-ford (who told me they could fit it for $120). Long story short, after waiting 3.5hrs they told me they couldnt fit it. Basic incompatence from their service dept!

Anyway, im still trying to have this done. Can someone guide me as to what my options are? Bare in mind DIY is not really an option, as I'd have no idea what id be doing!

Thanks!!

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Old 18-06-2008, 02:50 PM   #2
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DIY shouldn't be too hard, but you would need to drill a bit, but the connectors are already there if you just buy the parts. I think there's a DIY guide around here someone.

I don't know why City Ford couldn't do it...try asking another dealer? Or you could always just get an ipod FM transmitter, will still do the job.
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Old 18-06-2008, 10:51 PM   #3
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Is your car an auto? They don't have the jack next to the shifter, no room underneath.
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Old 19-06-2008, 09:07 AM   #4
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yeah, it is an auto. does that mean its not possible? Id really love to avoid getting an FM transmitter if i can
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Old 19-06-2008, 06:54 PM   #5
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An auto electrician should be able to put any where you like.
I use a Griffin Roadtrip for my ipod, I don't need the transmitter, but I like having the ipod in a handy position on long trips.
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Old 19-06-2008, 07:35 PM   #6
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You in sydney ? if you want get the parts and i can do it for ya, ive done it for my sisters auto fez, and ive been doing car audio for a while now.....
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Old 20-06-2008, 09:44 AM   #7
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Thanks for the offer, but im in Melbourne.
Anyone know any stores who fit them in the Melb metro area?
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Old 21-06-2008, 11:36 AM   #8
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Mine is a manual and has the Ipod AUX plug i think ive used it twice on my mp3 player. But it does come in handy for things like my GPS and laptop when we are travelling to cairns.
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Old 24-06-2008, 02:08 PM   #9
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I did it my self... not hard.

http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=11211717

have a crack... the only hard part is drilling the hole in your console.
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Old 25-06-2008, 10:34 AM   #10
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thanks for that. wow, you did an amazing job. My stereo is different to yours, I have the 2005 model fiesta. But i'll look into it. Thanks
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