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Anyone know if there's a good walkthrough somewhere for removing the center console/trim pieces (basically from the radio back)? I've found ones for removing the radio itself, but can't seem to find a reliable one for removing the other pieces (for installing wiring back to the switch and iPod adapter cord). Getting this for Christmas, and I want to get ready for the install later this week. Thanks!

Download "Legacy/Outback Install Instructions" here:

http://www.jazzyengineering.com/product_info.php?products_id=47&osCsid=ji5heu0qcs1ifgtqm13berakk5

Just did a quick search and found these alternatives to the audio jack from RadioShack:

http://www.markertek.com/Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/3-5-2-5mm-Mini-Connectors/Calrad-Electronics/30-712.xhtml

http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?Partnumber=090-317

Pic#1: I installed the Leptronix kit in my 2005 Outback Wagon with a single CD unit over the weekend. Kudos to Sebastien for such an excellent product!! It works great and I had fun installing it.

Pic#2: The Leptronix board in the single CD unit with the remote switch and audio cable attached.

Pic#3: The location of resistor R291, which needs to be removed (for the single disc unit only). Refer to the 2.5i installation manual in the Leptronix website for details.

Pic#4: Thanks to CatInTheDryer's idea, I put the remote switch in the cupholder. I highly recommend the remote switch. Without it, you have to wait about 30+ seconds for the "auto detect" to switch between radio and aux-in, which feels like forever.

Pic#5: Cut some plastic off from the cradle for the seat-warmer control to get clearance for the remote switch.

Pic#6-9: Thanks to absolutsnwbrbr's idea, I installed an audio jack (from RadioShack) next to the 12v outlet in the armrest compartment.