Expert Verdict (2026) - Why Buy?
Covering 1998-2005 Honda and Acura vehicles without a built-in CD changer, the GROM MBUSB3 fills the gap between our newer HON1B3 kit and the earliest 1990s Honda models. It's the correct choice for Accord, Civic, CR-V, and Acura TL/MDX owners from this specific era — check your stereo for CD-changer capability before ordering to confirm fitment.
Quick facts: GROM-BT3-MBUS · Compatible with select Acura CL/MDX/RSX/TL and Honda Accord/Civic/CR-V/Element/Fit/Insight/Odyssey/Pilot/Prelude/S2000 (1998–2005) · Hands-free calling (HFP) and wireless streaming (A2DP) · 1-year replacement warranty.
Add Bluetooth hands-free calling and wireless music streaming to your factory car stereo with the GROM-BT3 integrated Bluetooth adapter.
Compatible with: Select Honda / Acura 1998-2005 factory stereos.
- Hands-free calling (HFP)
- Wireless music streaming (A2DP) from any smartphone
- Steering wheel and stereo control compatible
- Includes: GROM-BT3 module, vehicle-specific data harness, microphone, installation manual
AUX-In cable sold separately.
Vehicle Compatibility
| Model |
Years |
Notes |
| Acura CL 3.0/3.2 |
1999–2003 |
— |
| Acura EL |
1997–2005 |
— |
| Acura RSX |
2002–2006 |
No Type S, no built-in CD changer |
| Acura MDX |
2001–2004 |
Rear seat entertainment/DVD must be disconnected, no NAV |
| Acura TL |
1999–2003 |
CD changer capable |
| Honda Accord |
1998–2002 |
No CD changer |
| Honda Civic |
1999–2005 |
No built-in CD changer |
| Honda CR-V |
1999–2004 |
No built-in CD changer |
| Honda Element |
2003–2012 |
Single DIN, 2" stereo |
| Honda Fit / Jazz |
2001–2005 |
— |
| Honda Insight |
1999–2006 |
No built-in CD changer |
| Honda Odyssey |
1999–2004 |
No built-in CD changer |
| Honda Pilot |
2003–2005 |
No built-in CD changer |
| Honda Prelude |
1999–2002 |
No built-in CD changer |
| Honda S2000 |
2000–2003 |
— |
Note: Most models require no built-in CD changer for compatibility. If you need a kit for a factory CD-changer-equipped stereo, check specific model notes above or contact us to confirm fitment.
