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5th Gen Aux Port Addition

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by wp20038, Jul 24, 2025.

  1. Jul 24, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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    wp20038

    wp20038 [OP] New Member

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    I know it's a bit of a weird request, but I'm looking to actually add an Aux port to my 2022. It's got the USB data hookup for Android Auto or Carplay, but I'd like to wire in the 3.5 mm port for various other audio inputs such as Radios, CD players, and the occasional friend who wants to use their phone.

    If anyone has seen it done before or has guidance on how to do it that'd be lovely! I've done a few of these things before, but on my 2003 Silverado, where the wiring harness was neanderthalian in comparison. (Also I haven't yet pulled the dash off to see what's back there, so I may be missing a really obvious spot to tie in the harness found on the 2019's and older which from what I know had an aux port from factory. If that's the case feel free to flame me lmao)

    TLDR:
    Want to add a 3.5 mm to my 2022. Please help lol
     
  2. Jul 24, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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    RumHamRunner73

    RumHamRunner73 Dead on with a zero

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    Have you thought about possibly a USB to 3.5 Aux Jack or are you set on a separate Aux input?
     
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  3. Jul 24, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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    wp20038

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    I’d really like to do separate… I know it’s a bit of a redundant idea, but I’d like to be able to leave things permanently plugged in while still being able to use the CarPlay for daily commuting
    I looked into the USB to 3.5mm adapters and it’s just not quite a clean enough solution for me lol
     
  4. Jul 24, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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    RumHamRunner73

    RumHamRunner73 Dead on with a zero

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    Gotcha, This has been discussed in the past with no clear answer beyond aftermarket. May be an option to hit up a "good, Local" stereo shop to check and see if they have any solutions that may not be discussed often.
     
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  5. Jul 24, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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    Appreciate the guidance and will do! If I find any useful info I’ll be sure to toss it on this thread as a follow up!
     
  6. Aug 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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    There’s not another input to select as Aux on the factory radio, it only has USB, Bluetooth, SXM, AM and FM. You’re probably going to end up with a something to Bluetooth or something to FM solution.
     
  7. Sep 13, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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    I just posted instructions on how to do this.
     
  8. Sep 13, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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    FourBelugas

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    I looked for a solution for a while and settled for a 12v FM transmission with a 3.5 mm jack to connect to external audio devices, commonly available all over Amazon. It's not elegant but cheaper and less intrusive than taking apart the factory infotainment center.
     
  9. Sep 13, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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    Had to plug in my old FM player because the head unit will not play all the songs on the USB drive.

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