"Connecting an iPod to the stock stereo" question

I'd really like to plug my iPod into my stereo, but I have the stock unit model #A56823. It does not have an outlet for MP3 players on the front. Now, before I go and tear into this just to see if it has pre-outs (RCA plugs) in the back of the unit, by chance, do any of you guys know by experience, if I have them on this unit? It would save me a bunch of time & trouble. And yes, I have tried the cassette connector thingy & it sounds horrible.....
Thanks a lot!

 

Your stock stereo does not have any RCA inputs on it, but there is a piece you can get that will plug in to your stereo and control your Ipod. SoundGate TOYPD2 is your answer. My 2009 came with one and it works good. I have since replaced the stereo, and plan to use the TOYPD2 in my wife's 4Runner. Here is a link:
http://www.soundgate.com/index.php?...egoryid=224&snd_SID=2566d09e060a29f8d92c82e0b

Good luck!

 

Wow, at over $200 I might as well get a new stereo that has one built in!
Thank you for the link anyway, dude.....

 

I think I paid about $70 for mine. I can go back and forth through the songs pretty well - the text doesn't work that well, and browsing the playlist takes a little learning, but it works and I'm enjoying it....

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=280271653586

 

I got the metra adapter and I think it only cost about 50 bucks.??? Can't remember but here is the link to the thread. I picked mine up at circuit city. http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/audio-video/3767-installed-metra-ipod-mp3-adapter.html Works well for the price. Thats if its compatiable with your unit. Good luck.

 

I'm happy with the SpecUSA adapters in my Scion and Taco.

I'm still testing out a few of the features-but so far I'm impressed with everything.

 

Looks like there's plenty of options - I'm def going to ask before I buy my next mod! I have pictures of my iPod / flashlight in my console in my uploaded pics... I like things NEAT, LOL