Hi does anyone knows how to install the auxiliary audio input jack socket in an lr2? thanks Yoel

 

I'm guessing you'd have to remove the center console panel first. Then verify that there is an unused harness connector in the right area which matches the connector on your new socket. Verify the location for the socket and drill a hole (if there's not already one). I'd take a pic for you, but I'm on the road, here's one from google which matches what I remember for my 2008, audio socket in left rear corner...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/27409832999...BoCznUQAvD_BwE


You can download the service manual here, it will have directions on how to remove the console. You might also be find a video on youtube.

https://www.freel2.com/forum/topic10621.html

 

thanks

 

Or skip the second jack and use a headphone splitter cable with the jack in the console. Path of least resistance.

 

The aux jack must be a feature for the 2008 HSE vs SE model (I don't have one visible). @LR2driver , exactly where is your aux jack located? LR is well known for covering up add on features for higher models on the lower models?

 

Ah, I didn't know this was a feature exclusive to the HSE. Using the photo from the eBay listing you posted, it's at the red arrow. This location allows access by front and rear seat passengers.

 

Actually, no you are correct!!! It is not exclusive to the HSE. I have that but never knew what that was. I thought the might be a fuse or some such under there actually! Duhhhhhhhhh!
Thanks!

 

Is the idea to connect an iPod to the audio? For that it's way better to buy the LR iPod kit that comes with a dock and mounts on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel.

 

Not exclusive to HSE, my SE has one and I use it.

Actually use it for bluetooth now. I have a TUNAI Firefly plugged into the adjacent power jack (via a an 12v USB plug), and the audio cable from the firefly plugged into the aux jack.

Phone connects to Firefly via BT, then audio is available on the stereo using the aux mode. Doesn't work for phone calls, since there's no mic.

Downside is the the rear 12v socket is always powered (unlike the front) so if you don't unplug the firefly it could drain the battery eventually. It would take a while, I've left it plugged in for days with no ill effects.

 

You are in Cali, right? Reasonably warm year round? Don't do this in -20C weather!!!!!