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9. Attach one end of the perforated support
strap (supplied) to the screw stud on the
rear of the chassis 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 hex nut
provided. Bend the strap, as necessary, to
position it. 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 due to vibration.
10. Re-attach the front panel to the chassis
and test radio operation by referring to the
operating instructions for the unit.
NOTE: For proper operation of the CD
player, the chassis must be mounted within
20° of horizontal. Make sure the unit is
mounted within this limitation.
Kit Installation
If your vehicle requires the use of an installation
kit to mount this radio, follow the instructions
included with the installation kit to attach the
radio to the mounting plate supplied with the kit.
1. Wire and test the radio as outlined in the
Universal Installation instructions.
2. Install the radio/mounting plate assembly
to the sub-dashboard according to the
instructions in the installation kit.
3. Attach the support strap to the radio and
dashboard as described in the Universal
Installation instructions.
4. Replace the dashboard trim panel.
ISO Installation
This unit has threaded holes in the chassis side
panels which may be used with the original
factory mounting brackets of some vehicles to
mount the radio to the dashboard. Please
consult with your local car stereo shop for
assistance on this type of installation.
1. Remove the existing factory radio from the
dashboard or center console mounting.
Save all hardware and brackets as they
will be used to mount the new radio.
2. Carefully unsnap the plastic frame from
the front of the new radio chassis. Remove
and discard the frame.
3. Remove the factory mounting brackets
and hardware from the existing radio and
attach them to the new radio. Do not
exceed M5 x 9 MM maximum screw size.
Longer screws may damage components
inside the chassis.
4. Wire the new radio to the vehicle as
outlined in the Universal Installation
instructions.
5. Mount the new radio assembly to the
dashboard or center console using the
reverse procedure of step 1.
Reconnect Battery
When wiring is complete, reconnect the battery
negative terminal.