ADS has teamed up with Kenwood and JVC to revolutionize aftermarket stereo installations with the iDatalink Maestro APX installation kits, purpose-built for their new Direct Replacement car stereos. These kits let you keep your vehicle’s original radio bezel and controls, maintaining a factory appearance while upgrading to modern aftermarket performance. The iDatalink Maestro APX-S8-FO1 installation kit is designed for an 8" Direct Replacement stereo and includes mounting brackets and hardware, a USB/hub adapter, an antenna adapter, and vehicle-specific wiring harnesses—offering a seamless and integrated upgrade experience.

• Tailored for 2011-Up Ford Vehicles with 8" MyFord Touch: Designed to install an 8" Kenwood or JVC direct replacement radio into select Ford vehicles while retaining full system compatibility. Requires the iDatalink Maestro RR or RR2 module for full functionality.
• Maintains OEM Dash Appearance: Engineered to preserve the original dashboard look, this kit ensures a factory-style fit and finish that seamlessly blends with your vehicle’s interior.
• Factory Amplifier Integration: Retains full functionality of the factory amplifier system, including turn-on signal, fader and gain control, plus speed-compensated volume—keeping your factory sound quality intact.
• Steering Wheel Audio Controls Retained: Supports factory steering wheel controls, including two customizable function buttons and extended control through the aftermarket head unit.
• Backup Camera Support with Advanced Features: Preserves your factory backup camera, including dynamic parking guidelines and park assist chimes for improved safety while reversing.
• Secondary Display Support: If your vehicle has a secondary screen, it stays functional with this kit, ensuring no loss of important vehicle information or visuals.
• Climate and Vehicle Settings Control: Factory HVAC controls and vehicle settings are fully accessible and adjustable directly from the new head unit, offering convenient, centralized management.
• Retains Factory USB Ports and Chimes: Continues support for your vehicle’s factory USB ports and retains all essential warning chimes for uninterrupted functionality and safety.
• Real-Time Vehicle Information Display: Provides access to live vehicle data—such as system statuses, sensor readings, and more—displayed directly on your aftermarket radio screen.
• Track Pack Performance Gauges: Includes selectable, customizable performance gauges modeled after Ford’s “Track Pack” layout—ideal for monitoring your vehicle’s performance.
• Essential Power and Signal Outputs: Delivers 12V/15A accessory power and illumination outputs, plus vital installation signals including parking brake, reverse, and vehicle speed sensor (VSS) outputs—perfect for multimedia or navigation receiver setups.