How to Connect an iPod in a Toyota Matrix

The evolution of the iPod has changed the way people collect and listen to music What once took up space in the home or required numerous folders in the car can now be stored conveniently in a pocket. One drawback, however, is that the iPod doesn't have a speaker loud enough to drown out the sounds of a car or share your tunes with others while you're driving. Just as the iPod has made things more convenient, new vehicles--including the Toyota Matrix--are installing stereos that connect directly to the iPod and play over the car's speakers.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

things you'll need:

• iPod
• 3.5mm audio cable

1. • 1

     Connect one end of the 3.5mm audio cable to the "Audio" jack on the front of the stereo. Frequently, the jack is in the lower right corner and is labeled as "Audio In," "Auxiliary In" or something similar.

   • 2

     Insert the other end of the audio cable into the headphone jack on your iPod.

   • 3

     Press the "function" or "mode" button on your car stereo until the display reads "Audio In," "Auxiliary In" or some similar wording.

   • 4

     Turn the power on on your iPod--select and play your music just as you would if you were listening to it with your headphones on.

Tips & Warnings

• An audio cable does not act as a charger for your iPod. To keep your iPod charged on long car trips, connect it to the optional iPod car charger, which can be purchased through Apple and most retailers that sell iPods.