Ranger Radio and Stereo Wiring Decoded

Installing a new stereo in your Ford Ranger can be a straight forward job. Check your Ranger wire diagram and the physical wires with the color code below.  In many trucks the speakers are damaged from heat and water.  You should check their condition before the job is finished.

Ford Ranger Pickup Truck Stereo Wiring Info

Radio Battery Constant 12v+ Wire: Green/Yellow
Radio Accessory Switched 12v+ Wire: Yellow/Black
Radio Ground Wire: Chassis
Radio Illumination Wire: Blue/Red
Left Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): Orange/Green
Left Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Black/White
Right Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): White/Green
Right Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): Black/White
Left Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Pink/Green
Left Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Pink/Blue
Right Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Pink/Blue
Right Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Green/Orange

Remember to disconnect the battery before starting the stereo wiring job.