How to Add Bluetooth to an Older Car

🚗Adding Bluetooth to an older car usually involves installing an aftermarket radio or using an FM modulator, which can be messy.

📻In cars with separate cassette and CD players, the wiring can be hacked to simulate the cassette playing and feed the Bluetooth signal.

🎧A simple Bluetooth adapter with power, ground, and left/right signal wires can be connected to the cassette player wiring.

🔌By installing a button that simulates a cassette being inserted, the radio knows to switch to the input with the Bluetooth signal.

🔊With the Bluetooth adapter connected and the button installed, you can enjoy wireless audio streaming in your older car.

Is it possible to add Bluetooth to any older car?

—Yes, as long as the car has a separate cassette and CD player or separate tuner and cassette, you can follow the steps outlined in the video to add Bluetooth.

Do I need any special tools or equipment to perform this modification?

—Basic tools like a soldering iron, wire cutter/stripper, and electrical tape are needed. You will also need a simple Bluetooth adapter with power, ground, and left/right signal wires.

Will this modification affect the functionality of my cassette or CD player?

—No, the modification only includes tapping into the wiring to simulate the cassette playing. Your cassette and CD player will still function as normal.

Can I switch back to the original radio input when not using Bluetooth?

—Yes, by installing the button that simulates a cassette being inserted, you can switch back to the original radio input whenever you want.

Is this modification reversible?

—Yes, if you ever decide to remove the Bluetooth adapter and button, you can simply disconnect the wires and restore your car's original wiring.

00:12Adding Bluetooth to an older car usually involves aftermarket radios or FM modulators, which can be messy or have interference.

01:00In cars with separate cassette and CD players, the wiring between them can be hacked to simulate cassette playing.

02:32Use a simple Bluetooth adapter with power, ground, and left/right signal wires to connect to the cassette player wiring.

06:28Install a button that simulates a cassette being inserted to switch the radio to the Bluetooth input.

10:30With the Bluetooth adapter connected and the button installed, you can enjoy wireless audio streaming in your older car.