Get in touch with Tom G., he will answer any questions that you may have. From the looks of it you should be just fine.

1. Yes
2. The kit attaches to the factory CD changer harness, you should have it even though you do not have a changer. Can leave it in the back if you choose.
3. The iPod can be set to charge 3 ways; not at all, only when in use, or for 2 hours after it is switched off.

It is an easy DIY, especially since you want to leave it in the back. Running the wiring to the center console is the hardest part, took me 45 minutes of an hour install.

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