Audio Systems: ford factory radio yu3f-18c868-aa, ford explorer xlt, ford factory

Question
Hey i have 97 ford explorer  xlt an im trying to install a ford factory radio modle #yu3f-18c868-aa i was told it  wouldnt work if you can give me any advice bout how to install it  that would be nice thank you

Answer
Here is a good installation guide that might help you in deciding and knowing how to hookup the radio that you have.

http://www.installdr.com/InstallDocs/FLM/PDF/356007.asp

Here is another wiring chart that may help:

http://www.modifiedlife.com/1997-ford-explorer-car-stereo-radio-wiring-diagram/

According to this pdf file:

http://www.issford.com/issford/radio_guide.pdf

the radio you refer to is out of the 2001-3 Excursion Ford.  Whether it is compatible or not I don't know, but if the unit has the right outputs, etc. and power connections you should be able to make it work.

If you are still pondering over it may I suggest you get a second opinion from Ernesto R who knows these radios better than I:

http://www.allexperts.com/ep/835-69262/Audio-Systems/Ernesto-R.htm

Best wishes.