Audiovox 1181291 User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
50-0210F-002 SERIES 1181291
50-0210F-003 SERIES 1181292
50-0210F-004 SERIES 1181293
SUBURBAN
OVERHEAD CONSOLE for use with FLIPDOWN VIDEO SYSTEM
These instructions are intended for use only by experienced professionals in the automotive
customizing business. Special tools and equipment, as well as specialized handling and care
of product during installation, may be required. Before beginning this installation, carefully read
through the following instructions. Use extreme care when cutting headliner material.
Check for wiring or other componentry above headliner material. Cut only where indicated.
Materials/ Tools required for this installation:
1. #2 Phillips screwdriver 2. Powered screwdriver or drill with adapter
3. T-45 TORX bit driver 4. Razor knife or similar
5. Awl or similar tool 6. 1/4” hex socket bit
7. 7/64" drill bit 8. Small chisel
9. Audiovox Series 640/650 Video Module
FOR USE IN VEHICLES WITH FACTORY INSTALLED
OVERHEAD CONSOLE ONLY.
July 7, 1999
Printed in the U.S.A
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION # 44-0019E

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MATERIALS PROVIDED FOR INSTALLATION:
ITEM Description
QTY
1SCREW, # 8 X 3/4" HWH
,TEK,Z1 4
2SCREW, # 8 X 2 1/2" PFH ,ZII 3
3SCREW, # 8 X 1 1/4" PWH ,BZ 4
4CONSOLE 1
5MOUNTING BRACKET 1
6REAR LIGHT 1
7
REAR LIGHT TRIM
1
8PLYWOOD, 3/8" X 6" X 14" 1
9
SCREW, # 6 X 1/2"
10
10 SCREW, 6-32 X 3/4" 6
11 WASHER, 3.5 mm 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION # 44-0019E July 7, 1999
Printed in the U.S.A

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I. PREPARATION OF VEHICLE INTERIOR
1. Remove the O.E.M. compartment console
currently mounted to inner roof of vehicle.
Remove (1) one # 8 X 1 3/4" screw from recess
in front of console near rear view mirror. Pull
front of O.E.M. console down to access wiring.
Disconnect all wiring from console. Pull console
forward to release rear retainers from inner roof
recess near center of vehicle. Remove console
and lay it in a safe place. See Figure 1.
2. Turn console over and place on a covered surface.
Remove plastic molded assembly from cloth covered
trim ring. Using a 7/64” drill bit, drill through the
center of the (10) ten plastic pins which secure
console together. See Figure 2. CAUTION:
Do not drill deeper than 1/2" or you may drill
through console in some areas. Using a small
chisel, carefully remove the head of the (10) ten
plastic pins. Unsnap the wiring connector secured to
clip on trim ring and separate console from trim ring.
See Fig. 2.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2

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3. Discard trim ring. See Figure 3.
Using a razor knife, carefully trim the (10) ten
plastic pins flush with the shoulder.
See Figure 4.
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4

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4. Remove OEM dome light and rear air
conditioning control head. Disconnect
wiring and set control head aside in a
safe place. Remove the OEM ground
screw near the center dome light
assembly if applicable. See Figure 5.
5. Cut the headliner material between dome
light opening and the front openings for
OEM pod retainer arms. Caution: Before
cutting material, check for wiring or
other componentry above headliner.
Cut only where indicated. See Figure 6.
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6

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6. Install the rear mounting bracket (item 5 pg 2 )
in the O.E.M. dome light area. Align the front
mounting tabs with the openings in the metal
inner roof openings previously used to support
the rear pod retainers. Slide bracket to rear of
vehicle until flange contacts rear edge of
recessed area. See Figure 7.
7. Secure bracket to sheetmetal frame using four
(4) # 8 x 3/4" HWH TEKS screws ( item 1 pg
2 ). Secure O.E.M. ground wire (if applicable)
using one of the screws. See Figure 8.
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 8

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8. If vehicle is equipped with an electronic
compass, unsnap the wire harness clip
and relocate toward center of vehicle.
See Figure 9.
9. Remove and retain the two ( 2 ) door
scuff plates on driver’s side. See Fig. 10.
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 10

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10. Remove and retain the handle which mounts to
top of the “B” pillar.
11. Unsnap the cover from upper and lower mounting
bracket for seat belt. Remove and retain TORX
head bolt and bracket. Carefully pull panel away
from side of vehicle. Unsnap upper door trim from
headliner and lay aside. See Figure 11.
12. Measure 7” from rear A/C control
opening toward rear of vehicle. Using
a razor knife, carefully cut an opening
that is 4” wide x 8” long. Make sure
that the 4” width is centered in the
vehicle. See Figure 12.
13. Insert the 6” x 14” piece of plywood
(item 8 pg 2 ) through opening and
rotate 90°.
FIGURE 11
FIGURE 12

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14. Route all accessory wiring, video and audio cables, and any other added component requirements to
their respective places in the vehicle. Refer to component installation instructions for wiring
diagrams.For Suburban applications, the suggested routing of the video system cable is as follows:
•Above headliner from video system to B-pillar.
•Down the B-pillar to the floor.
•Route the separate power and ground leads from this point to convenience center located just
forward of the emergency brake pedal. Connect red power lead to an accessory controlled
source. Ground the black negative lead to the chassis.
•Route the remaining wiring ( RCA plugs, Mini AMP connector, and Remote Sensor extension )
to the video system is to be used as a television, install the antenna above the headliner per
instructions included in the video system.
15. Re-install the B-pillar cover, upper handle, and door trim. Reattach the seat belt bolt and re-torque
to manufacturer’s recommended setting. Replace trim pieces previously removed from upper and
lower seat belt.
FIGURE 13

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II. PREPARATION OF CONSOLE FOR INSTALLATION
1. Position the O.E.M. console in the front recess
area of the new console (item 4 pg 2 ). Carefully fit
the two together, aligning the rear compartment
hinge arms through the slots in the recess pocket
area. See figure 14.
2. Secure the O.E.M. compartment assembly into the
console recess using (10) ten # 6 X 1/2" screws
( item 9 pg 2 ). Start all screws before tightening
beginning with the front center, rear center, then
alternately on each side. See figure 15. Caution:
Do not overtighten screws.
FIGURE 14
FIGURE 15