Here is the stereo radio wiring information for your 1998 Land Rover Discovery with the standard, symphony, or Bose systems. It will be useful when installing an aftermarket radio, sound stereo system, or other automotive accessories. Make sure to grab the appropriate tools to test all the wires in your Discovery. Please check it over and use it as a GUIDE to help you locate the appropriate wires. This schematic is provided free of charge and may not be 100% accurate. Failure to properly test all the wires may lead to vehicle or bodily damage. All information is provided as-is and accuracy is not guaranteed.
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Keep in mind if you are installing a new radio you may need the radio removal keys, the wiring harness, the antenna adapter, and the mounting kit as well. See the links below to purchase these items.
1998 Land Rover Discovery Car Audio Stereo Radio Wiring Diagram Schematic Colors
Car Radio Constant 12v+ Wire: Purple
Car Stereo Ground Wire: Black
Car Radio Ignition Switched Wire: Light Green / Orange
Car Stereo Dimmer Wire:
Car Radio Illumination Wire: Red/Brown
Car Stereo Power Antenna:
Car Radio Amp Turn On Wire: Blue
Left Front Speaker Wire (+) Positive: Black/White
Left Front Speaker Wire (-) Negative: Black/Brown
Right Front Speaker Wire (+) Positive: Black/Red
Right Front Speaker Wire (-) Negative: Black/Pink
Left Rear Speaker Wire (+) Positive: Black/Orange
Left Rear Speaker Wire (-) Negative: Black/Yellow
Right Rear Speaker Wire (+) Positive: Black/Green
Right Rear Speaker Wire (-) Negative: Black/Blue
Center Channel Speaker Wire Positive / Negative:
Subwoofer Speaker Wire Positive / Negative: Pink & Red/Black
Front Speaker Size: N/A
Rear Speaker Size: N/A
Amp Amplifier Location: Under Drivers Seat
Radio Removal: See service manual
1998 discovery amp is not under the seat it is on the kick panel behind the glove box. There is a second amp for subs with the subs in the gate.