98 Mitsubishi eclipse radio power adapter??

Question

hi i have a 98 mitsubishi eclipse. I'm trying to install an aftermarket radio in it. I got the old radio out etc. I bought a kit. I bought a harness for it. Then when i plug in the antenna into the radio , I saw that there is a similar wire like it but smaller than the antenna wire. I was wondering what it was and where it goes to. I heard it was the power and its true because no power goes the the radio when i connect everything but that wire. So, i was wondering where do i plug that wire in or do i need an adapter or something , and how?... If i do can i have a link or web or instructions.. Thanks

Answer 1

That plug has nothing to do with the power. It's just a second antenna connection for the original "diversity" Mitsubishi antenna system. The reason that the radio doesn't work without an antenna connection is that you don't have a ground wire connected: the factory radio was grounded through the metal mounting brackets. The new deck is just grounding through the antenna wire.

First of all, connect the new head unit's ground wire to a metal brace in the dash. The small antenna connection doesn't need to be used at all; just tape it up out of the way.

Answer 2

I checked at www.crutchfield.com One thing I saw that could possibly explain is if your car originally has an infinity system or standard. Perhaps things are different with the one versus the other. Maybe give them a call and say you want to order the harness (I know you already have one) but then ask about the extra wire. Maybe they can identify.

Answer 3

i could say pass with the Mitsubishi, except you desire the 4wd. The Eclipse would be lots greater relaxing to force and has slightly greater efficient gas mileage. additionally Mitsubishis are likely to be equipped greater efficient than Fords. I also have a ninety 9 Explorer that has been properly maintained and it already has some rust.