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2011–2014 Chassis Codes: LX (Refresh) | Model Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014
This page provides the complete 2011–2014 Dodge Charger radio wiring diagram for the refreshed LX platform. Use this guide when installing an aftermarket head unit or troubleshooting your factory stereo in a 2011, 2012, 2013, or 2014 Dodge Charger.
The 2011 redesign gave the Charger a new interior, updated head unit options, and the return of all-wheel drive availability alongside SE, SXT, R/T, and SRT8 392 trims. A significant mid-cycle change arrived for 2013, when Chrysler introduced the UConnect Access 8.4-inch touchscreen as an available upgrade over the standard radio, and on many 2013–2014 models with this screen, climate control functions are integrated into the touchscreen rather than separate physical HVAC buttons. An optional Boston Acoustics premium sound system with a trunk-mounted amplifier and subwoofer remained available across this generation. Because head unit type, touchscreen integration, and amplifier presence all vary by year and options package, confirm your exact factory radio and audio configuration before ordering aftermarket installation components.
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2011–2014 Dodge Charger Stereo Wiring Diagram
Use the wiring table below for your 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 Dodge Charger stereo wire color codes, speaker wiring, and harness pinout.
| Wire Function | Wire Color & Location |
|---|---|
| Battery Constant Power Wire (12V+) | Red/White |
| Accessory Switched Power Wire (12V+) | Run a Power Wire to the Fuse Box or ignition switch harness for switched power. |
| Ground Wire | Black/Light Green |
| Illumination Wire | N/A |
| Dimmer Wire | N/A |
| Antenna Trigger Wire | N/A |
| Amplifier Trigger Wire | N/A |
| Factory Amplifier Location | Under the Driver Side of the Dash |
| Rear View Camera Video Positive Wire (+) | N/A |
| Rear View Camera Video Negative Wire (–) | N/A |
| Center Speaker Positive Wire (+) | Gray/Brown |
| Center Speaker Negative Wire (–) | Gray/Orange |
| Front Left Tweeter Positive Wire (+) | N/A |
| Front Left Tweeter Negative Wire (–) | N/A |
| Front Right Tweeter Positive Wire (+) | N/A |
| Front Right Tweeter Negative Wire (–) | N/A |
| Front Left Speaker Positive Wire (+) | Gray/Violet |
| Front Left Speaker Negative Wire (–) | Gray/Yellow |
| Front Right Speaker Positive Wire (+) | Dark Green/Violet |
| Front Right Speaker Negative Wire (–) | Dark Green/Yellow |
| Rear Left Tweeter Positive Wire (+) | N/A |
| Rear Left Tweeter Negative Wire (–) | N/A |
| Rear Right Tweeter Positive Wire (+) | N/A |
| Rear Right Tweeter Negative Wire (–) | N/A |
| Rear Left Speaker Positive Wire (+) | Dark Green/Tan |
| Rear Left Speaker Negative Wire (–) | Dark Green/Gray |
| Rear Right Speaker Positive Wire (+) | Dark Green/Brown |
| Rear Right Speaker Negative Wire (–) | Yellow/Gray |
| Subwoofer Positive Wire (+) | Gray/Brown |
| Subwoofer Negative Wire (–) | Dark Green/Brown |
| Second Subwoofer Positive Wire (+) | Gray/White |
| Second Subwoofer Negative Wire (–) | Dark Green/Brown |
2011–2014 Dodge Charger Speaker Sizes and Locations
Use the speaker table below for your 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 Dodge Charger speaker sizes and locations.
| Speakers | Speaker Size & Location |
|---|---|
| Center Speaker Size | 3-1/2″ Speakers (Harman Kardon Audio) |
| Center Speaker Location | Middle of the Dash (Harman Kardon Audio) |
| Front Tweeter Speaker Size | 1″ Tweeters (Harman Kardon Audio) |
| Front Tweeter Speaker Location | Dash Corners (Harman Kardon Audio) |
| Front Speaker Size | 6″ x 9″ Speakers |
| Front Speaker Location | 6″ x 9″ Speakers |
| Rear Tweeter Speaker Size | 1″ Tweeters (Harman Kardon Audio) |
| Rear Tweeter Speaker Location | Rear Doors (Harman Kardon Audio) |
| Rear Speaker Size | 6″ x 9″ Speakers |
| Rear Speaker Location | Rear Deck |
| Rear Speaker Size | 3-1/2″ Speakers (Harman Kardon Audio) |
| Rear Speaker Location | Rear Doors (Harman Kardon Audio) |
| Subwoofer Speaker Size | 8″ Subwoofer (Dr. Dre Premium Audio) |
| Subwoofer Speaker Location | Rear Deck (Dr. Dre Premium Audio) |
| Subwoofer Speaker Size | 10″ Subwoofer (Harman Kardon Audio) |
| Subwoofer Speaker Location | Molded Trunk Enclosure (Harman Kardon Audio) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the radio wiring the same on a 2011–2012 Charger as a 2013–2014 Charger?
Not necessarily. The 2013 model year introduced the UConnect Access 8.4-inch touchscreen as an available upgrade, and on Chargers equipped with this screen, HVAC controls are frequently built into the touchscreen interface rather than wired through separate physical climate buttons. If you are installing an aftermarket head unit in a 2013 or 2014 Charger that has this touchscreen, confirm whether a specialty Dash Kit and climate control retention module is needed before removing the factory unit, since a standard double-DIN kit alone will not restore HVAC controls in that configuration.
Does the 2011–2014 Dodge Charger have a factory amplifier to bypass?
Only on trims equipped with the optional Boston Acoustics premium sound system, which uses a trunk-mounted Amplifier and subwoofer. On Chargers without this option, speakers are powered directly by the Head Unit and there is no amp to bypass. Confirm which sound system your specific Charger has, since the amplified and non-amplified wiring configurations require different aftermarket installation approaches.
Will steering wheel audio controls still work after installing an aftermarket radio?
Not without additional hardware. Steering wheel audio controls on this generation communicate over the vehicle’s data bus rather than through simple resistor-based wiring, so a basic wiring harness adapter will not retain button functionality on its own. A separate steering wheel control retention interface, installed alongside the wiring harness adapter, is required to keep the buttons working with an Aftermarket Head Unit.
Do I need a different dash kit for an SRT8 392 Charger than for an SE or SXT?
The dash opening and Head Unit mounting location are shared across LX Charger trims for this generation, so the same dash kit generally fits regardless of trim. The variable that matters more than trim level is whether the vehicle has the standard radio or the 8.4-inch UConnect touchscreen, since that determines the physical opening size and whether a touchscreen-specific kit with integrated climate controls is required.
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