INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This unit is designed for installation in GM and Chrysler cars, trucks, and vans with a
PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
IMPORTANT: Disconnect the ground cable from the negative terminal of the battery.
a. Dash Disassembly:
NOTE: Locations and types of fasteners will vary depending on the make and model of the vehicle.
Carefully check the dash for all fasteners that may require removal in order to remove the factory radio from the
1.Remove the screws securing the upper and/or lower portion of the dash panel.
2.Remove the screws above the instrument cluster and all screws from the trim panel that may surround the factory radio.
3.Remove the ash tray and open the glove box to see if there are any screws that need to be removed from the dash panel.
Do not discard any screws!
NOTE: The gear shifter may need to be in low gear to allow for dash panel removal.
4.Gently unclip and remove the dash panel. b.Removing the Factory Radio:
1.Remove any hardware securing the factory radio assembly to the
2.Disconnect the wiring and antenna cable from the factory radio.
c.Removing the Factory Radio Brackets (If Applicable):
1.Remove all nuts that secure the original factory brackets to the radio.
2.Remove and retain the original mounting brackets from the factory radio.
NOTE: Not all radios have removable mounting brackets. For GM radios with
d.Check the dashboard opening size by measuring the height and width. If the opening is not large enough,
carefully cut or file as necessary until the opening slightly exceeds the radio size. Check that there will be sufficient space behind the dashboard for the radio chassis.
NOTE: After confirming fit, place the
USING A WIRING ADAPTER
The easiest wiring method to connect the
Connecting the Wires
Splice, crimp or solder the wires from the Audiovox
Attach Wires to Radio (See Figures 1 and 2.)
a.After splicing the wiring adapter to the radio connector, attach the connector to the back of the radio. b. Attach an antenna extender cable (not supplied) and antenna adapter, if needed.
NOTE: The Dimmer function may not work in conjunction with some Chrysler vehicle models. In this case, leave the Dimmer wire disconnected. Radio backlighting will illuminate when radio power is on.
Install Wiring Inside the Car (See Figures 1 and 2.)
a.Connect wiring adapter to the car’s existing wiring harness.
b. Connect an antenna extender cable (not supplied) to car antenna lead, if needed.