2.Remove the control panel, then store it in the supplied carry case.

CAUTION: To keep the metal connecting pins clean, do not touch the connecting pins in the recess or on the back of the control panel.

Mounting the Stereo

Be sure you verify that the stereo is connected properly (see "Completing and Testing the Connections" above). Then follow these steps to mount the stereo.

1.Make sure the ignition is turned off, then disconnect the cable from your vehicle's negative (-) battery terminal.

2.Disconnect the wire harness and the antenna.

3.Press REL to remove the control panel.

4.Insert the two supplied release keys into the slots on both sides of the stereo to remove the mounting sleeve from the stereo.

5.If your vehicle has an existing mounting hole behind the dash, use pliers or a 5/16 inch box-end wrench to attach the short end of the supplied mounting bolt to the back of the stereo.

6.Reconnect the wire harness and the antenna.

7.Slide the stereo into the sleeve until it locks into place.

8.If you are securing the stereo in an existing mounting hole in the dash, push the supplied rubber mounting grommet onto the mounting bolt. Then push the mounting bolt (covered by the grommet) through the mounting hole and make sure it is secure.

Or, use one of the supplied bolts (with attached washer) to attach one end of the supplied metal strap to the mounting hole on the back of the stereo. If necessary, bend the strap to fit your vehicle's mounting area. Then use either the supplied sheet metal screws or the other bolt (with attached washer) to attach the other end of the strap to a solid metal part of the vehicle under the dashboard. This strap also helps ensure proper electrical grounding of the stereo.

9.Reconnect the cable to the vehicle battery's negative (-) terminal. Then install the stereo's control panel (see "Installing the Control

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