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Black 15-inch wiring harness with 8-pin and 20-pin connectors

METRA

METRA 70-5602 Ford 1986-2001 Premium Amp Bypass 15" Harness

SKU CH-BQ1V-XM9A9

15-inch factory amplifier bypass harness with 8-pin power and 20-pin amp plugs for Ford and Mercury premium sound systems 1986-2001

  • Product typeCar Stereo Add-Ons
  • Product colorBlack
  • Bypass the factory amp cleanly with an 8-pin power and 20-pin amp connector
  • Reach the aftermarket radio easily using the 15-inch harness length
  • Install without splicing by pairing with the 70-5513 adapter for premium sound systems
  • Fit a wide range of Ford and Mercury models from 1986 through 2002
  • Plug directly into the factory amplifier location for a secure connection

Ford Premium Amp Bypass Harness

The Metra 70-5602 is a 15-inch factory amplifier bypass harness designed for Ford and Mercury vehicles from 1986 through 2001. It connects an 8-pin power plug and a 20-pin amplifier plug directly at the factory amp location. Installers use it to route signals to an aftermarket radio or amplifier without cutting original wiring. The harness is built for premium sound systems in models such as the Explorer, Mustang, and F-Series.

Replaces Splicing With Metra 70-5513

This harness eliminates the need for splicing when pairing the Metra 70-5513 adapter with a factory premium audio system. It plugs into the existing amplifier and runs to the new head unit location, preserving the vehicle's original connectors. The jump is worth it whenever a clean, reversible installation is preferred over hard-wiring into the OEM loom. It suits restorations and daily drivers where factory wiring integrity matters.

15-Inch Reach From Amp To Radio

The 15-inch length covers the distance from the factory amplifier to the dash in most listed Ford and Mercury applications. It comfortably handles signal routing for standard cab and sedan layouts where the amp sits near the dash or under a seat. It runs out in extended-cab trucks or custom builds where the aftermarket unit is mounted farther back than the stock radio position. Additional extension cable would be required for those scenarios.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMetra
Product typeCar Stereo Add-Ons
Product colorBlack

Questions about this item

Will the 15 inch harness reach from the factory amplifier to my aftermarket radio location?

The harness is 15 inches long and designed to plug into the factory amplifier and run to the aftermarket radio or amplifier mounting point.

Which plugs do I connect first to avoid pin damage when installing the 70-5602 bypass harness?

Connect the 8-pin power plug and 20-pin amplifier plug at the factory amplifier before routing the harness to the aftermarket radio.

Does the 70-5602 harness require any periodic maintenance or connector replacement after installation?

No scheduled maintenance is required; the harness is a passive wiring assembly that remains in place once installed.

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