INSTALLATION - 1982 AND NEWER
1.Remove the Existing Radio:
A.Remove the existing dashboard trimpanel surrounding the radio opening. This panel is usually secured by screws and/or
B.Remove the screws used to secure the radio to the
C.Pull the radio forward to access the wiring and antenna cables plugged into the rear of the chassis.
D.
2.Install the New Radio:
A.Follow the instructions included with the installation kit to attach the radio to the mounting plate supplied with the kit.
B.Place the radio near the dashboard so the wires can be led through the opening and following the instructions of Step 2 on Page 2 and diagram on Page 8, carefully wire the radio making certain all connections are secure and insulated and confirm proper operation.
C.Install the radio/mounting plate assembly to the
D.Attach one end of the perforated support strap (supplied) to the screw stud on the radio using the hex nut provided. Fasten the other end of the perforated strap to a secure part of the dashboard either above or
below the radio using the screw and nut provided. Bend the strap to position it as necessary. CAUTION: The rear of the radio must be supported with the strap to prevent damage to the dashboard from
the weight of the radio or improper operation of the radio due to vibration.
E.Replace the dashboard trimpanel.
F.Install knobs on radio shafts.
HEXNUT
PERFORATED STRAP
SCREWSTUD
SCREW
HEXNUT
RADIO
MOUNTING PLATE FROM KIT |
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SHAFTNUT | |||
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IMPORTANT
AMOUNTING KIT IS REQUIRED
FOR THIS INSTALLATION
EXISTING DASH TRIMPANEL