DNA TY-7 Male Antenna Lead To Suit Toyota

Toyota/Lexus/Subaru antenna adapter—connects aftermarket antennas to factory head units with male Toyota plug to female Motorola socket conversion.

Product Overview

The DNA TY-7 is an antenna adapter lead designed to connect aftermarket antennas to factory head units in Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru vehicles using proprietary Toyota-style antenna connectors. The adapter features a male Toyota plug (vehicle side) and female Motorola socket (antenna side), enabling installation of aftermarket replacement antennas, upgraded roof-mount antennas, or hidden antenna systems without requiring factory head unit replacement. Compatible with a wide range of Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru models from 2005 onwards—including Camry, Corolla, Hilux, LandCruiser, Prado, RAV4, and Subaru WRX, BRZ, Forester, and Outback—the TY-7 suits owners replacing damaged factory antennas, upgrading to improved reception antennas, or installing custom antenna solutions for off-road or urban environments. The adapter eliminates the need to cut, splice, or modify factory wiring harnesses, maintaining warranty compliance and allowing complete reversal to stock configuration if needed. Particularly valuable for Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ owners switching between factory and aftermarket antennas, commercial fleet managers standardising antenna installations, or 4WD enthusiasts upgrading to heavy-duty antennas for remote touring where radio reception is critical.

Key Specifications

• Product: Antenna adapter lead
• Part number: TY-7
• Brand: DNA
• Connector 1: Male Toyota plug (factory head unit side)
• Connector 2: Female Motorola socket (aftermarket antenna side)
• Application: Connects aftermarket antennas to Toyota/Lexus/Subaru factory head units
• Cable length: Not specified (short adapter lead, typically 15-30cm)
• Vehicle compatibility: Toyota, Lexus, Subaru models 2005-onwards (see full list below)
• Packaging: Sliding blister and card with hang hole
• Installation: Plug-and-play (no wire cutting)

Features & Benefits

Male Toyota to Female Motorola Conversion
Converts Toyota's proprietary antenna connector to industry-standard Motorola socket—enables use of aftermarket antennas with Motorola plugs on factory Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru head units. Eliminates compatibility barriers between Japanese OEM connectors and universal aftermarket antenna products.

Plug-and-Play Installation
No wire cutting, splicing, or soldering required—simply unplug the factory antenna from the head unit, plug in the TY-7 adapter, then connect the aftermarket antenna to the adapter's Motorola socket. Installation takes seconds and is completely reversible if returning to factory antenna or selling the vehicle.

Wide Toyota/Lexus/Subaru Compatibility
Covers extensive range of Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru models from 2005-onwards—includes popular vehicles like Camry, Corolla, Hilux, LandCruiser, Prado, RAV4, 86, Subaru WRX, BRZ, Forester, and Outback. Single part number simplifies ordering for workshops managing mixed Japanese vehicle fleets or owners unsure of specific adapter requirements.

Maintains Factory Head Unit Radio Reception
Preserves AM/FM radio functionality when upgrading antennas—the adapter's impedance matching ensures proper signal transfer between aftermarket antenna and factory head unit without reception loss or interference. Critical for maintaining radio reception quality after antenna replacement due to damage, theft, or performance upgrades.

Enables Aftermarket Antenna Upgrades
Allows installation of improved-reception antennas for urban environments with tall buildings, hidden antennas for theft prevention or aerodynamics, or heavy-duty touring antennas for outback reception where weak radio signals are common. Particularly valuable for 4WD owners requiring reliable radio for weather updates, emergency broadcasts, or entertainment during remote touring.

Reversible Installation Protects Resale Value
Adapter doesn't permanently modify factory wiring—can be removed and factory antenna reinstalled without evidence of modification. Important for lease vehicles where wiring alterations void agreements, or for owners planning to sell who want to retain aftermarket antennas for future vehicles.

Technical Specs

• Product: Antenna adapter lead
• Part number: TY-7
• Manufacturer: DNA
• Connector type 1: Male Toyota proprietary plug
• Connector type 2: Female Motorola socket (standard aftermarket)
• Cable gauge: Not specified
• Cable length: Not specified (short adapter lead expected)
• Impedance: 50Ω (typical antenna applications)
• Frequency range: AM/FM radio bands
• Shielding: Expected (typical for RF antenna cables)
• Application: Factory head unit to aftermarket antenna connection
• Vehicle compatibility: Toyota, Lexus, Subaru (2005-onwards, model-specific)
• Installation: Plug-in (no wire modification)
• Reversibility: Yes (completely reversible)
• Packaging: Sliding blister card with hang hole
• Weight: Not specified

Compatible With / Goes Well With

Confirmed Toyota Vehicles:

• Toyota 86: 2012-2015, 2016-onwards
• Toyota Alphard: 2015-2017 (AH30 Series)
• Toyota Aurion: 2012-2014, 2015-onwards
• Toyota Camry: 2012-2017
• Toyota Corolla: 2012-2015 Hatch (ZRE182R), 2013-2016 Sedan (ZRE172R), 2015-onwards Hatch, 2017-onwards Sedan
• Toyota FJ Cruiser: 2010-2015
• Toyota Fortuner: 2015-2020, 2020-onwards
• Toyota Hiace: 2012-2019, 2019-onwards
• Toyota Hilux: 2012-2014 (8th Gen), 2015-2020, 2020-onwards
• Toyota Kluger: 2014-2019, 2021-onwards
• Toyota LandCruiser: 2012-2015 (200 Series), 2016-onwards (200 Series)
• Toyota Prado: 2009-2013 (150 Series GXL/SX/VX), 2014-onwards (150 Series)
• Toyota Prius C: 2012-onwards
• Toyota Prius V: 2012-2015 (ZVW40R), 2015-2019 (ZVW40-ZVW41)
• Toyota RAV4: 2013-2018
• Toyota Rukus: 2010-2015
• Toyota Tundra: 2007-2013, 2014-onwards
• Toyota Yaris: 2005-2014 (XP90 Hatch/Sedan), 2014-onwards (XP130 Series)

Confirmed Lexus Vehicles:

• Lexus IS350: 2006-2011

Confirmed Subaru Vehicles:

• Subaru BRZ: 2012-2016, 2016-onwards
• Subaru Forester: 2015-2018 (SJ), 2018-onwards (SK)
• Subaru Impreza: 2015-2016 (GP/GJ), 2017-onwards (GK/GT)
• Subaru Levorg: 2016-onwards (V1)
• Subaru Liberty: 2015-onwards
• Subaru Outback: 2015-onwards
• Subaru WRX: 2015-onwards (MY16)
• Subaru XV: 2015-onwards (GP/GJ)

Aftermarket Antennas (Motorola Plug):

• Replacement roof-mount antennas
• Short stubby antennas (improved aesthetics/aerodynamics)
• Hidden/concealed antennas (theft prevention)
• Heavy-duty 4WD touring antennas
• Performance antennas (improved reception)

Note: Verify your vehicle model and year match the confirmed list above before purchasing. Some vehicle variants or different markets may use alternative antenna connectors. This adapter is for connecting aftermarket antennas to factory head units—if you're installing an aftermarket head unit, you'll need different antenna adapters (typically female Toyota to male Motorola or ISO).

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this adapter work if I'm installing an aftermarket head unit?

No, the TY-7 is designed for connecting aftermarket antennas to factory Toyota/Lexus/Subaru head units. If you're installing an aftermarket head unit (Pioneer, Kenwood, Sony, etc.), you need the opposite adapter: female Toyota plug (factory antenna side) to male Motorola or ISO plug (aftermarket head unit side). Contact Frankies Auto Electrics to identify the correct antenna adapter for aftermarket head unit installations.

My Toyota Hilux isn't listed—will this adapter work?

The TY-7 covers Hilux models from 2012 onwards (8th generation and newer). Earlier Hilux models (2005-2011, 7th generation) may use different antenna connectors. If your Hilux is 2011 or earlier and not listed, verify the antenna connector type or contact Frankies Auto Electrics with your vehicle details for compatibility confirmation before purchasing.

Can I use this adapter to connect a factory antenna to an aftermarket head unit?

No, the TY-7 has a male Toyota plug (factory head unit side) and female Motorola socket (aftermarket antenna side). For connecting factory Toyota antennas to aftermarket head units, you need an adapter with female Toyota socket (factory antenna side) and male Motorola/ISO plug (aftermarket head unit side). Verify which direction your connection requires before purchasing.

Will this affect my radio reception quality?

When properly installed with a quality aftermarket antenna, the TY-7 should not degrade radio reception. The adapter provides impedance matching (50Ω) between antenna and head unit. However, reception quality depends heavily on the aftermarket antenna chosen—low-quality or incorrectly installed antennas can reduce reception regardless of adapter quality. For optimal reception, choose reputable aftermarket antennas designed for your vehicle type.

Does this adapter work with DAB+ digital radio or satellite radio?

The TY-7 is designed for AM/FM analog radio signals. DAB+ digital radio and satellite radio systems typically use separate antenna connections with different connectors and signal requirements. If your vehicle has DAB+ or satellite radio, verify whether those systems share the AM/FM antenna connection or use dedicated antennas before purchasing.