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Antenna Adapter

Works with select 2000-up vehicles (Motorola male to OEM antenna female)

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Lets you connect an aftermarket receiver to the factory antenna cable; has a male Motorola plug on one end and an OEM antenna jack on the other.

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Note: Most vehicles will require additional installation parts — please identify your vehicle if you haven’t done so, then check here for a list of parts. You can also call an Advisor for more information.

 

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  • Automobile antenna adapter with male Motorola connector on one end and a VW/BMW/European mini-style plug on the other end

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Features

Compatibility: This antenna adapter allows you to convert the factory antenna connection in selected Volkswagens, BMWs and other European-made vehicles to a standard male Motorola (Universal) connection. This adapter works with 2000 and up Volkswagen, BMW, and European factory antenna connectors with the mini-style plug. To be certain, always check the Auto Install Guide.

For FM Modulators: If you are installing an FM modulator, you will need this antenna adapter, plus 12040EU20.

Dimensions:

  • Male Motorola (Universal) Plug: Length= 2"
  • European Mini-Style Antenna Connector: Length= 0.492", Width= 0.472", Height= 0.437"
  • Cable Length: 7"
 

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1 out of 5

Antenna Adapter

Written By Anonymous, Bristol, VA on Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Installed in a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan
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It didn't work gave nothing but static had to buy another from the stereo shop
Pros:
It was free
Cons:
It didn't work
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5 out of 5

Antenna Adapter

Written By Mr L, Somewherein, Va on Saturday, March 30, 2013
Installed in a 2003 MINI Cooper
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Perfect fit for my factory radio and would not have been ideal not to use the Antenna Adapter.
Pros:
Perfect fit for my factory radio
Cons:
None. this product was exactly what I needed
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5 out of 5

Plug and go

Written By Will, Anderson SC on Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Installed in a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500
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This product just works.
Pros:
Plug it in. Perfect fit.
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1 out of 5

Easily broken

Written By Anonymous, Everett, WA on Thursday, March 14, 2013
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After pluging it into the car it did not look right so I tried to unplug it but the cable separated from the plug! Have to get a new one. Never had a chance to see if the cable even worked.
Pros:
It was free with the purchase of a headunit
Cons:
Easily pulled apart and broken
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5 out of 5

Antenna adaptor

Written By MMorgan, Surprise, AZ on Thursday, March 07, 2013
Installed in a 2012 Ram 2500
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Worked great - No Mods
Pros:
Worked
Cons:
Know what end plugs where on unit to cable
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4 out of 5

Antenna Adapter

Written By Phil, Queen Valley, AZ on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Installed in a 2012 Jeep Wrangler
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The keyed end of this that goes into the vehicle cable would not allow for connection so I broke off the plastic surrounding the actual connector and was able to secure it to the cable from the antenna. Some tape gives a bit of support for the connection but may not be necessary.
Pros:
It worked.
Cons:
The keyed plastic adapter would not mate correctly.
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3 out of 5

Does the job

Written By John M., North Branch, MN on Monday, February 04, 2013
Installed in a 2011 Dodge Truck Dakota
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Worked but only after some difficulty. Before using a pliers to reseat it, I couldn't receive any AM stations and only about 3 FM stations with nothing in HD.
Pros:
Works, but not easily
Cons:
Too long and too tight of a fit to factory antenna plug. Had to take it out and work hard to get it to seat properly.
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2 out of 5

Didn't fit my antenna without modification

Written By Don, Gastonia, NC on Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Installed in a 2012 Dodge Avenger
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Had to whittle on the plastic to make it fit.
Pros:
Came with system
Cons:
Didn't fit antenna cable without some modification
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5 out of 5

Antenna Adapter

Written By Will, Raleigh, NC on Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Installed in a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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I used this adapter for my Pioneer AVH-X1500 which is installed in my 2011 Grand Cherokee. The connections are tight and the cable length is fine, could be a little shorter but it really is not a problem at all.
Pros:
Tight, Secure Connection
Cons:
None
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3 out of 5

Antenna Adapter

Written By JacquesD, Atalnta, GA on Monday, January 28, 2013
Installed in a 2007 Jeep Wrangler
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The first one sent did not work - the connection was loose. The second one did. Must make sure the connections go all the way into the other end (radio & car). If they are loose or poorly fitted it will not work no matter how much you mess with it. The car side must close the gap entirely to be seated.
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3 out of 5

A little long

Written By MattN, Cameron, NC on Saturday, January 19, 2013
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Needed this to put a Kenwood Excelon KDC-X696 in my BMW E46. The length of it made it a little difficult to slide the radio in. It kept getting in the way, and I had to take out my AC controls to maneuver the radio in. Also, I had to tape the connection that plugged into the radio because it kept sliding out. The cable is stiff and doesn't bend very well. I would've been happier with an adapter plug. I didn't look into other options & left it up to Crutchfield.
Pros:
Fit my radio.
Cons:
Lengthy, stiff cable. Had to tape the connection.
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1 out of 5

GARBAGE!!!!

Written By Mike09Ram, Elgin Il. on Saturday, January 12, 2013
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TOTAL GARBAGE. fitting did not fit my factury plug. Had to take it apart and use chanel lock plyers to forge plug together then put metal end in and tape together. Might have better to go to local auto store to get one.
Pros:
NONE
Cons:
Try different one
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5 out of 5

Antenna Adapter

Written By longo304, Rch Cucamonga, CA on Tuesday, January 08, 2013
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Adapter fit perfectly, easy install
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5 out of 5

Antenna Adapter

Written By Anonymous, 26330 on Tuesday, January 01, 2013
Installed in a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500
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Worked perfect for my 4th gen Ram.
Pros:
Fit perfectly. Gives you some slack to help with install.
Cons:
None
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4 out of 5

Wish it was shorter.

Written By Kxx, Chicago on Thursday, December 20, 2012
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Works fine. I wish it was shorter. In have a bmw 325i and there is very limited space behind the head unit and it this was shorter it would've been an easier install.
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1 out of 5

Not Usable

Written By Anonymous, San Marcos TX on Saturday, December 15, 2012
 
I received two of these, and neither worked in my 2008 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab. The first one would no fit, so I called tech support that essentially said that I had a bad one. A second was sent to experience the same thing. I called tech support to simply tell me to go to a nearby store to find one that does work. In desperation I rigged it by stripping the wire and using electrical tape. Done.
Pros:
Plugs into the aftermarket radio
Cons:
Does not plug into the vehicle connect
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3 out of 5

Antenna Adapter

Written By Greg R, Apollo Beach FL on Saturday, December 08, 2012
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Gotta give it 3 stars. Works great but way too tight a fit.
Pros:
Simple install
Cons:
Extremely tough to connect
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3 out of 5

not an easy snap

Written By papahood, Illinois on Sunday, November 11, 2012
Installed in a 2012 Dodge Avenger
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When I originally snapped this into the plug from the car ( 2012 Dodge Avenger) I thought it went all the way in, but after driving around was getting a lot of static. I decided to pull it back out and check and sure enough i didn't have it all the way in. The thing is it wouldn't go any further with just pushing with your fingers i had to get some pliers and carefully squeeze them together until it finally snapped in...now all is good
Pros:
free w/ purchase
Cons:
cheap stuff that doesn't fit totally correctly
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3 out of 5

It's OK

Written By Jason, calera, ok on Friday, November 02, 2012
Installed in a 2010 Dodge Challenger
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I had to take the black piece off and a piece off my cars antenna wire to make it work. I couldn't get them to connect correctly. It seem to be working just fine.
Cons:
Didn't match up so I had to modify it.
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5 out of 5

Works as described

Written By Matt H, Akron, OH on Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Installed in a 2010 Dodge Avenger
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Plugs right in. Works perfectly in a 2010 Dodge Avenger.
Pros:
Plugs in, no hassle. Works with HD radios. No loss in reception at all.
Cons:
None.
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