qminhq

Hi,
I am trying to install Amp & Subwoofer for 2000 S430. I want to keep the stock NAV/Head Unit. I heard that there is a little stock amp in the trunk. I want to take the wires from there and connect to my aftermarket amp. The problem is that I cannot find it. Is it hidden anywhere? Any help is appreciated.

Thank you,
Minh

BryBenz

u need to buy line output converter Soundgate LOCB.2(about $89). Connect the device to output of the factory radio OR input of the factory amplifier then simply plug in to aftermarket subwoofer amp.

BryBenz

ops didnt answer your question. the amp r on the left side u need to remove the trunk carpeted wall.

ArMaNi S500

I thought about doing this myself. I wouldn't know what wattage amp to go with though. Should it be simply enough to handle the maximum RMS the sub can put out? And does upgrading the amp also improve the stock speakers? (Whether it be volume or quality)

qminhq

Thanks BryBenz. That's exactly what I want to do. I really don't wanna touch anything in the front. You said that the stock amp is on the left side of the trunk. How do you remove the carpet? Last night, I checked out the trunk, saw some plastic screw (not sure whether screw or snap-on). I tried to open them by my fingers, wouldn't work. Should I use a knife to lift them out?

Another thing, do I need a capacitor to stabilize the power source. This will prevent the sub&amp sucking all the power.

many thanks,
Minh

99bmw740il

you wont need a cap for the type of setup your running- my bmw has a jl500.1 and it NEVER dims the lights... remember when choosing a setup its better to OVERpower a speaker then underpower- you blow a sub if you underpower it

tmushy

make sure u get that auto adjusting audio thing taken out it will cause problems if u dont disable it

qminhq

thanks all.... I am awared of the auto audio adjust thingy. Hoping mine does have it, so I don't have to worry about it .

Minh

BryBenz

just buy the subs u like I let u know which amp. Dont upgrade the factory amps they r good already(for bose speakers) just change the source headunit but new wood panel and bracket r custom made.. .

BryBenz

NO, u need to unplug the ambient noise auto volume adjusting thing. The system will detect new louder bass n they will increase the volume suddenly.. .

tmushy

brybenz how do u unplug it the deal turned mine down a bit and everynow and then it goes up suddenly. how do i just unplug it?

qminhq

I found this thread about ambient noise auto adjust. I think the solution is on page 5. Hope this might help someone else.
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...o&pagenumber=1

qminhq

There is a connector plugged in the amp. Does anyone know which wires are which? Or, can you tell me which wires are Remote, + and - for the subwoofer?

Thanks,
Minh

S430NYC

Hey ok so I just got a 2001 S430, head unit works, no nav cd, the amp I believe is damaged, I detected water near the area, there's an Aftermarket pioneer cd changer installed with remote by the dash, and yet still no sound. I have an amp and sub from my other car, anyway I can install it? Theres a ton of problems with it... I installed new bulbs for the rear lights, none of them work anymore, so frustrated! I upgraded from a mustang to a Benz... Please please please any advice is very well appreciated.

Mancub92

You would need a hi-low
I have a sub in my s500

tusabes

You need to fix the water damage to your electrical system before adding a sub

Mikchek

Thats a lot of great information...I know this is an old thread but I'm looking to replace my sub and I need to know how much depth I have so I can purchase a new sub. Do I need a shallow sub?