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2015–2018 Chassis Codes: CD4 Platform | Model Years: 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018
This page provides the complete 2015–2018 Ford Edge radio wiring diagram for the all-new 2nd generation CD4 platform. Use this guide when installing an aftermarket head unit or troubleshooting your factory stereo in a 2015, 2016, 2017, or 2018 Ford Edge.
The redesigned 2015 Edge replaced the previous generation’s MyFord Touch system with Ford’s newer SYNC 3 infotainment interface, offered with a standard 4.2-inch display or an available 8-inch touchscreen depending on trim. SYNC 3-equipped Edge models produced later in this generation also gained Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a feature that is lost if the factory head unit is replaced with a non-compatible aftermarket unit. On Titanium and Sport trims, Ford offered an optional Bang & Olufsen (B&O Play) premium audio system with additional speakers, a factory amplifier, and a subwoofer, replacing the Sony-branded system used on the prior generation. Confirm your exact trim, screen size, and whether you have the B&O Play system before purchasing aftermarket installation components.
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2015–2018 Ford Edge Stereo Wiring Diagram
Use the wiring table below for your 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 Ford Edge stereo wire color codes, speaker wiring, and harness pinout.
| Wire Function | Wire Color & Location |
|---|---|
| Battery Constant Power Wire (12V+) | Violet/Red |
| Accessory Switched Power Wire (12V+) | Yellow/Blue |
| Ground Wire | White/Blue |
| Illumination Wire | N/A |
| Dimmer Wire | N/A |
| Antenna Trigger Wire | N/A |
| Amplifier Trigger Wire | N/A |
| Factory Amplifier Location | N/A |
| Rear View Camera Video Positive Wire (+) | N/A |
| Rear View Camera Video Negative Wire (–) | N/A |
| Center Speaker Positive Wire (+) | N/A |
| Center Speaker Negative Wire (–) | N/A |
| Front Left Tweeter Positive Wire (+) | Gray/Brown |
| Front Left Tweeter Negative Wire (–) | White/Orange |
| Front Right Tweeter Positive Wire (+) | White/Green |
| Front Right Tweeter Negative Wire (–) | Brown/Yellow |
| Front Left Speaker Positive Wire (+) | Gray/Brown |
| Front Left Speaker Negative Wire (–) | White/Orange |
| Front Right Speaker Positive Wire (+) | White/Green |
| Front Right Speaker Negative Wire (–) | Brown/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 (+) | Brown/Yellow |
| Rear Left Speaker Negative Wire (–) | Brown/Blue |
| Rear Right Speaker Positive Wire (+) | White |
| Rear Right Speaker Negative Wire (–) | Brown |
| Subwoofer Positive Wire (+) | N/A |
| Subwoofer Negative Wire (–) | N/A |
Note: Front tweeter and subwoofer wiring applies to Titanium and Sport models equipped with the optional B&O Play premium audio system. SE and SEL trims with the standard system will not have these components.
2015–2018 Ford Edge Speaker Sizes and Locations
Use the speaker table below for your 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 Ford Edge speaker sizes and locations.
| Speakers | Speaker Size & Location |
|---|---|
| Center Speaker Size | 3-1/2″ Speakers |
| Center Speaker Location | Center of the Dash |
| Front Tweeter Speaker Size | 1″ Tweeters |
| Front Tweeter Speaker Location | A-Pillars |
| Front Speaker Size | 6″ x 9″ Speakers |
| Front Speaker Location | Front Doors |
| Rear Tweeter Speaker Size | 3-1/2″ Speakers (Sony Audio) |
| Rear Tweeter Speaker Location | D-Pillars (Sony Audio) |
| Rear Speaker Size | 6-1/2″ Speakers |
| Rear Speaker Location | Rear Doors |
| Subwoofer Speaker Size | 8″ Subwoofer (Sony Audio) |
| Subwoofer Speaker Location | Rear Right Cargo Area (Sony Audio) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose Apple CarPlay or Android Auto if I replace the factory SYNC 3 radio?
Yes, unless your replacement head unit supports it independently. Later production years of this generation added Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility through the factory SYNC 3 system. If you remove the factory head unit, that native smartphone integration goes away, so many owners choose to keep the factory unit and instead add auxiliary functionality, or select an Aftermarket Head Unit with its own built-in CarPlay/Android Auto support to replace the lost feature.
Do I need a factory amp bypass for the 2015–2018 Ford Edge?
It depends on whether your Edge has the optional Bang & Olufsen (B&O Play) premium audio system, available on Titanium and Sport trims. That system uses a factory Amplifier and subwoofer, so a line output converter or amp bypass harness is generally needed to properly integrate an aftermarket Radio or amplifier. Standard SE and SEL audio systems are not amplified from the factory and typically do not require a bypass.
Will I need to retain steering wheel audio controls on a 2015–2018 Ford Edge?
Yes. Steering wheel-mounted audio controls remained standard equipment across all trims on this generation. These controls use a resistance-based multiplex signal that most aftermarket head units cannot read without a dedicated steering wheel control retention interface, so plan to include one in your installation.
What dash kit do I need for a 2015–2018 Ford Edge head unit replacement?
This generation introduced an entirely new interior on the CD4 platform, so dash kits from the previous-generation (2007–2014) Edge will not fit at all. Kits also differ depending on whether your Edge has the 4.2-inch standard display or the larger 8-inch SYNC 3 touchscreen, since the surrounding trim panel opening size is different between the two configurations. Confirm your exact screen size before ordering a Dash Kit.
Does the factory backup camera require special wiring on this generation?
A rear-view camera was standard or widely available across trims on this generation, feeding video to the factory SYNC 3 display. When installing an Aftermarket Head Unit, the factory camera’s video signal typically needs to be run through a compatible camera interface adapter, since most aftermarket radios cannot read Ford’s factory camera format directly without one.
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