iDataLink maestro APX-S8-FO1 Install Manual
iDataLink maestro APX-S8-FO1 Install Manual

iDataLink maestro APX-S8-FO1 Install Manual

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1- INSTALL THE WEBLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
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select your software vers,on (Mac or PCI and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requ rements before installing.
2-
REGISTER
A WEBLINKACCOUNT
Once installed :omplete the Webl1nk registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cabte to corntict your
1Datalink Maestro module to your computer.
4-
WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the progr..:mming S,PpS 1...nt1t your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner·s
manual
11
applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow t.he steps in your install guide and corrtplete
the •nstatlat,on ADS recommends having your
iDatalmk Maestro device ,n,;ta led bv a certified
technician.
Additional
accessories may be required
and sold separately.
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LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ("ADS") warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following com-
ponents product shall be free of defects
In
material and
workmanship under normal use and circumstances for the
period of one
111
year from the date of original installation.
"Authorized Dealer· is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of ,ts approved d1str·butors. Thus, products no, sold nor
installed by an AlJthonzed Dealer are not covered by th,s
warranty. This includes, but is not l1m1ted to, ADS products
sold on Amazon
com,
eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe-
gg.com.
To f,nd an authorized reta:<er near you, v1s1t http.//
maestro rdatatmk.com/find-product
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
per•od. the original purchaser must return to the Autho-
rrzed Dealer where rt was originally purchased w•th the
orig,.,al proof of purchase, If a malfunction rs detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at •ts 01scret1on. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the d1scret1on ol the Authorized Dealer:
ADS Is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
1nclud1ng but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of
t
me, loss o:
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
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WEB PROGRAMMING
1- INSTALL THE WEBLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
Go to
www.idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin,
select your software vers,on (Mac or PCI and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requ rements before installing.
2-
REGISTER
A WEBLINKACCOUNT
Once installed :omplete the Webl1nk registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cabte to corntict your
1Datalink Maestro module to your computer.
4-
WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the progr..:mming S,PpS 1...nt1t your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner·s
manual
11
applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow t.he steps in your install guide and corrtplete
the •nstatlat,on ADS recommends having your
iDatalmk Maestro device ,n,;ta led bv a certified
technician.
Additional
accessories may be required
and sold separately.
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877 .212.6169
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LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ("ADS") warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following com-
ponents product shall be free of defects
In
material and
workmanship under normal use and circumstances for the
period of one
111
year from the date of original installation.
"Authorized Dealer· is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of ,ts approved d1str·butors. Thus, products no, sold nor
installed by an AlJthonzed Dealer are not covered by th,s
warranty. This includes, but is not l1m1ted to, ADS products
sold on Amazon
com,
eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe-
gg.com.
To f,nd an authorized reta:<er near you, v1s1t http.//
maestro rdatatmk.com/find-product
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
per•od. the original purchaser must return to the Autho-
rrzed Dealer where rt was originally purchased w•th the
orig,.,al proof of purchase, If a malfunction rs detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at •ts 01scret1on. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the d1scret1on ol the Authorized Dealer:
ADS Is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
1nclud1ng but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of
t
me, loss o:
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
1nstallat,on or operation of an 1Datalmk Maestro product.
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STEPS INSIDE
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
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WEB PROGRAMMING
1- INSTALL THE WEBLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
Go to
www.idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin,
select your software vers,on (Mac or PCI and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requ rements before installing.
2-
REGISTER
A WEBLINKACCOUNT
Once installed :omplete the Webl1nk registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cabte to corntict your
1Datalink Maestro module to your computer.
4-
WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the progr..:mming S,PpS 1...nt1t your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner·s
manual
11
applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow t.he steps in your install guide and corrtplete
the •nstatlat,on ADS recommends having your
iDatalmk Maestro device ,n,;ta led bv a certified
technician.
Additional
accessories may be required
and sold separately.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
877 .212.6169
idatalinkmaestro.com
LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ("ADS") warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following com-
ponents product shall be free of defects
In
material and
workmanship under normal use and circumstances for the
period of one
111
year from the date of original installation.
"Authorized Dealer· is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of ,ts approved d1str·butors. Thus, products no, sold nor
installed by an AlJthonzed Dealer are not covered by th,s
warranty. This includes, but is not l1m1ted to, ADS products
sold on Amazon
com,
eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe-
gg.com.
To f,nd an authorized reta:<er near you, v1s1t http.//
maestro rdatatmk.com/find-product
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
per•od. the original purchaser must return to the Autho-
rrzed Dealer where rt was originally purchased w•th the
orig,.,al proof of purchase, If a malfunction rs detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at •ts 01scret1on. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the d1scret1on ol the Authorized Dealer:
ADS Is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
1nclud1ng but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of
t
me, loss o:
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
1nstallat,on or operation of an 1Datalmk Maestro product.
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FOLLOW THE WEB PROGRAMMING
STEPS INSIDE
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
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WEB PROGRAMMING
1- INSTALL THE WEBLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
Go to
www.idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin,
select your software vers,on (Mac or PCI and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requ rements before installing.
2-
REGISTER
A WEBLINKACCOUNT
Once installed :omplete the Webl1nk registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cabte to corntict your
1Datalink Maestro module to your computer.
4-
WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the progr..:mming S,PpS 1...nt1t your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner·s
manual
11
applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow t.he steps in your install guide and corrtplete
the •nstatlat,on ADS recommends having your
iDatalmk Maestro device ,n,;ta led bv a certified
technician.
Additional
accessories may be required
and sold separately.
i!!3£1,5.
-
.......... Ol.u"nOa,,•
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
877 .212.6169
idatalinkmaestro.com
LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ("ADS") warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following com-
ponents product shall be free of defects
In
material and
workmanship under normal use and circumstances for the
period of one
111
year from the date of original installation.
"Authorized Dealer· is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of ,ts approved d1str·butors. Thus, products no, sold nor
installed by an AlJthonzed Dealer are not covered by th,s
warranty. This includes, but is not l1m1ted to, ADS products
sold on Amazon
com,
eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe-
gg.com.
To f,nd an authorized reta:<er near you, v1s1t http.//
maestro rdatatmk.com/find-product
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
per•od. the original purchaser must return to the Autho-
rrzed Dealer where rt was originally purchased w•th the
orig,.,al proof of purchase, If a malfunction rs detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at •ts 01scret1on. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the d1scret1on ol the Authorized Dealer:
ADS Is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
1nclud1ng but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of
t
me, loss o:
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
1nstallat,on or operation of an 1Datalmk Maestro product.
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FOLLOW THE WEB PROGRAMMING
STEPS INSIDE PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
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WEB PROGRAMMING
1- INSTALL THE WE BLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
Go to www. i datalinkmaestro.com/plugin,
select your sof tware version (Mac or PC] and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requirements before installing.
2- REGISTER A WEBLINK ACCOUNT
Once installed, complete the Weblink registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cable to connect your
iDatalink Maestro mod ule to your computer
4- WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the programming steps until your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner's
manual if applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow
t
he steps in your install guide and complete
the installation. ADS recommends having your
iDatalink Maestro device inst al led bv a certi
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technician.
Additional accessories may be
required
and sold separately.
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TECHNICAL SU P PORT
877.212.6169
idatalinkmaestro.com
LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ["ADS"] warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following cam
ponents product shall be free of defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and c ircumstances for the
period of one (1] year from the date of original installation
"Authorized Dealer" is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of its approved distributors. Thus, products not sold nor
installed by an Authorized Dealer are not covered by this
warranty. This includes, but is not limited to, ADS products
sold on Amazon. com, eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe
gg.com.
To find an authorized retailer near you, visit http://
maestro.idatalink.com/find-product.
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
period, the original purchaser must return to the Autho­
rized Dealer where it was originally purchased with the
original proof of purchase. If a malfunction is detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at its discretion. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the discretion of the Authorized Dealer
ADS is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
including but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of time, loss of
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
installation or operation of an Datalink Maestro product
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  • Page 2: Install Guide

    HEAD UNIT ADAPTER READY PRODUCTS REQUIRED PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE: FO2C-RR-DS iDatalink Maestro RR Radio Replacement Interface iDatalink Maestro APX-S8-FO1 Dash Kit Kenwood APX radios NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified APX-S8-FO1 technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
  • Page 3: Need Help

    WELCOME ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND ACCESSORIES Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro RR Radio replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car radio with Installation, product information, vehicle enhanced features. VIDEO HELP specific videos.
  • Page 4 USBA-USBC, USBC-USBC FLOATING SCREEN ADAPTER BRACKET SCREEN BRACKETS LEFT (L) RIGHT (R) USB HUB ADAPTERS RADIO CHASSIS BRACKETS 2 (EURO PLATFORM) RADIO CHASSIS BRACKETS 1 LEFT (L) RIGHT (R) LEFT (L) RIGHT (R) maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 5 17-18: amplifier not retained 15-20 D-17 17-20: amplifier not retained Nautilus 19-20 D-16 Amplifier not retained Navigator 15-17 D-18 * Click on your model to go to the related dash disassembly instruction page. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 6 Remove four (4) 7mm screws securing the screen. Unplug and remove the screen. Remove two (2) 7 mm screws securing the radio module. Unplug and remove the radio. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing the radio mounting hardware. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 7 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 8 Remove the four (4) 7mm screws securing the radio chassis, disconnect and remove. Remove the factory USB by pressing on the back the housing to release clips, disconnect and remove. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 9 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 10 Pull down the shift boot and remove the two (2) Phillips screws securing the shifter. Pull up on the shifter to remove it. Remove the four (4) 7mm screws securing the front storage pocket. Remove the pocket. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 11 (4) tabs using a small pick tool. Install the correct sized USB housing provided with the S8-FO1 kit.. Remove the five (5) 7mm screws securing the shifter carriage. Remove the shifter carriage and disconnect the harness. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 12 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 13 Unplug the connectors. Remove four (4) screws holding the radio. Remove and unplug the radio. Remove two (2) 7mm screws holding the screen and brackets in dash. Remove and unplug the screen. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 14 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 15 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 16 Remove both side vent covers. Remove two (2) 7mm screws from the top of the radio bezel. Remove two (2) 7mm screws from the bottom of the radio bezel. Remove the radio bezel. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 17 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 18 Carefully pull outward on radio and climate control bezel to release the clips securing it, disconnect and remove. Remove the six (6) 7mm screws securing the 8” radio display, disconnect and remove. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 19 Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. 2021 Ford Super Duty: Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-02) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-02) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 20 OEM screen. Remove two (2) screws holding the radio body. Remove and unplug the OEM radio. Remove the factory USB by pressing on the back the housing to release clips, disconnect and remove. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 21 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 22 Remove the two (2) screwsat the bottom of the radio bezel. Unclip, remove and unplug the radio bezel. Remove four (4) screws holding the screen frame, remove and unplug the OEM screen. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 23 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 24 (2) Torx T25 holding the radio body. Remove both the screen assembly and the radio body, disconnecting the plugs in the process. Remove Factory USB by pressing on the back the housing to release clips, disconnect and remove. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 25 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 26 Remove four (4) Torx T25 screws holding the screen frame, and two (2) Torx T25 holding the radio body. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 27 Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-03) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-03) and follow instructions. Vehicle without amplifier: Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-04) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-04) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 28 Unclip, remove and unplug the radio and control panel. Remove four (4) 7mm screws holding the OEM screen. Remove and unplug the screen. Remove two (2) 7mm screws holding OEM the radio. Remove and unplug the radio. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 29 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 30 Engage parking brake. Turn key to on position and place the shifter into drive. Pry upward on the shifter trim to release the clips securing it, then disconnect the wiring harness. Remove small Phillips screws located at the front of the shifter. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 31 Open the Glove box and using the supplied panel tool, pry outward on the passenger side trim panel to the right of the compartment. Remove upper dash trim panel by prying outward with the panel tool. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 32 Remove the four (4) 7mm screws securing the CD player/ radio module in place, disconnect and remove. To remove the USB hub press the four locking tabs from the back, then disconnect and remove USB hub. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 33 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 34 Remove two (2) 7 mm screws securing the CD player. Unplug and remove. (If present) Remove the factory USB by pressing on the back the housing to release clips, disconnect and remove. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 35 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 36 Remove the four( 4) 7mm screws securing the CD player in dash, disconnect and remove. With a plastic panel tool carefully pry up the center top dash panel and remove. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 37 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 38 Using a panel tool remove the USB hub, disconnect and remove. Remove large side panels on center console. Remove the six (6) bolts securing the media cubby into dash, disconnect and remove. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 39 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 40 Remove eight (8) bolts securing the center dash/radio bezel in place. Disconnect and remove. Remove the 2 bolts securing the CD player in the dash, disconnect and remove. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 41 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 42 Remove the four (4) screws scuring the CD mechanism into the dash, disconnect and remove. Remove the two (2) bolts securing the screen in place, disconnect and remove. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 43 Go to: ASSEMBLY RADIO CHASSIS and follow instructions. Then go to: ASSEMBLY (8” SCREEN) or (10” SCREEN) and follow instructions. Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-01) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-01) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 44 Remove four (4) 7mm screws securing the screen. Unplug and remove the screen. Remove two (2) 7 mm screws securing the radio module. Unplug and remove the radio. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing the radio mounting hardware. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 45 Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-03) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-03) and follow instructions. Vehicle without amplifier: Go to INSTALL AND CONNECT (INSTALL TYPE-04) and WIRING DIAGRAM (INSTALL TYPE-04) and follow instructions. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 46 (may differ from image shown). Insert the supplied radio chassis brackets between the factory brackets and the radio chassis. Using the supplied hardware, secure the brackets to the radio chassis. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 47 Secure them with the four (4) T15 Torx screws from the factory screen. 8” Place the 8” aftermarket screen onto the APX-F8-FO1 brackets. 8” Secure the screen with the six (6) supplied Phillips screws. GO TO INSTALL AND CONNECT SECTION maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 48 Use the included plastic spacers to offset the distance between the floating screen and dash. 10” Align the 10” bracket provided with the radio. Secure it with 4 bolts and washers provided with S8-FO1. GO TO INSTALL AND CONNECT SECTION maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 49 Secure the screen to the bracket with the hardware supplied with the radio. Slide the back cover in to place and secure it with the two (2) Phillips screws provided with the radio. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 50 OR use the optional MIC1 and NAV4 to retain the factory Microphone and GPS antenna (if equipped). Press the S8-FO1 T-harness and Maestro module into the lower dash cavity. Then, connect the supplied antenna adapter to the factory antenna connection. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 51 OR cut connector from the S8-FO1 harness and connect the wires as shown in the wiring diagram). Make sure to connect the 4-pin data cable to the iDatalink I/F port and 3.5mm audio cable to the iDatalink I/F port.
  • Page 52: Wiring Diagram

    NOT TO A CAMERA OR OTHER ACCESSORY, OR MODULE DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. WHITE/BLACK - LF SPEAKER (-) ONLY CONNECT IF USING AN AFTERMARKET CAMERA OR INTERFACE WHITE - LF SPEAKER (+) TO RETAIN THE FACTORY CAMERA. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 53 OR cut connector from the FL-CH2 harness and connect the wires as shown in the wiring diagram). Make sure to connect the 4-pin data cable to the iDatalink I/F port and 3.5mm audio cable to the iDatalink I/F port.
  • Page 54 Reconnect the wire harnesses to factory radio bezel and clip back into place. Secure it with the two (2) 7mm screws removed earlier. Put everything that was disassembled back into place, using reverse order of the removal steps. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 55 NOT TO A CAMERA OR OTHER ACCESSORY, OR MODULE DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. WHITE/BLACK - LF SPEAKER (-) ONLY CONNECT IF USING AN AFTERMARKET CAMERA OR INTERFACE WHITE - LF SPEAKER (+) TO RETAIN THE FACTORY CAMERA. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 56 OR use the optional MIC1 and NAV4 to retain the factory Microphone and GPS antenna (if equipped). Press the S8-FO1 T-harness and Maestro module into the lower dash cavity. Then, connect the supplied antenna adapter to the factory antenna connection. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 57 OR cut connector from the S8-FO1 harness and connect the wires as shown in the wiring diagram). Make sure to connect the 4-pin data cable to the iDatalink I/F port and 3.5mm audio cable to the iDatalink I/F port.
  • Page 58 NOT TO A CAMERA OR OTHER ACCESSORY, OR MODULE DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. WHITE/BLACK - LF SPEAKER (-) ONLY CONNECT IF USING AN AFTERMARKET CAMERA OR INTERFACE WHITE - LF SPEAKER (+) TO RETAIN THE FACTORY CAMERA. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 59 OR cut connector from the FL-CH2 harness and connect the wires as shown in the wiring diagram). Make sure to connect the 4-pin data cable to the iDatalink I/F port and 3.5mm audio cable to the iDatalink I/F port.
  • Page 60 Place the screen into the dash and secure it with the 7mm screws removed earlier. Reinstall (clip / fix) the radio bezel into place as it was originally. Put everything that was disassembled back into place, using reverse order of the removal steps. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 61 NOT TO A CAMERA OR OTHER ACCESSORY, OR MODULE DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. WHITE/BLACK - LF SPEAKER (-) ONLY CONNECT IF USING AN AFTERMARKET CAMERA OR INTERFACE WHITE - LF SPEAKER (+) TO RETAIN THE FACTORY CAMERA. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 62: Radio Wire Reference Chart

    Head unit adapter wiring (optional accessory, sold separately) ACC-HU-KEN1 Polarity Wire Color on Adapter Kenwood Radio Wire Description Refer to camera/radio Green/Red manual Refer to camera/radio Green/White manual Steering Wheel Controls (DATA) Blue/Yellow maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 63 MODE DEMO. • Clignote ROUGE 2 fois Problème détecté. Consulter le tableau de dépannage. • Clignote VERT 1 fois Suite à l'allumage de l'autoradio : Réaction normale. • ÉTEINT Inactif : État normal. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-FO1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 64: Troubleshooting Table

    Release the programming button. Wait, the LED will turn solid GREEN for 2 seconds to show the reset was successful. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Phone: 1-866-427-2999 Email: maestro.support@idatalink.com IMPORTANT: To ensure proper operation, the aftermarket radio needs to have the latest firmware from the manufacturer. Please visit the radio manufacturer’s website and look for any updates pertaining to your radio.

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