Audiovox 128-4874a User manual

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InstallationInstructionsfor

Stereo Systems

CALL TOLL-FREE FOR ANSWERS TO INSTALLATION QUESTIONS: 1-800-645-7102

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HowToUseThisManual/KitInformation..............................................................................

UniversalandImportCarInstallations....................................................................................

Chevrolet-Oldsmobile-Pontiac-Buick-GMC-Cadillac-SaturnInstallations..............................

Ford-Lincoln-MercuryInstallations........................................................................................

Chrysler-Dodge-PlymouthInstallations.................................................................................

WiringDiagram....................................................................................................................

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Pages 3, 4

Pages 5, 6

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1. The years shown in the Kit Listing below are approximate. Always check the application chart at your retail store

to find information on your specific make, model, and year of vehicle. If a kit is required, read the description on the

kit you intend to purchase to make sure it applies to your vehicle. If you have any doubts or questions, call our toll-free

"HELP" line.

2. The kitsshownbelow areAudiovoxkits. Your retailermaysellkitsmade byother manufacturerswhichmay alsobe usable

to install this radio. Always check the kit application before purchasing it to make sure it will work with your vehicle.

3. If you believe you need a kit but cannot find a retail store where it is available, call our toll-free "HELP" line.

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Chevrolet-Oldsmobile-Buick-Pontiac-Cadillac-Saturn...

Chevrolet-GMC Full Size Vans ...................................

Chevrolet-GMC Full Size Pickups ...............................

Chrysler-Dodge-Plymouth ...........................................

Ford-Lincoln-Mercury ..................................................

AMC-Jeep-Eagle . .......................................................

KIT REQUIREMENT/NOTES

No Kit Required

AX-93-FCGM

No Kit Required

AX-88-CHV

No Kit Required

AX-88-CHT

AX-93-FCGM

Refer to In-Store Chart

No Kit Required

AX-93-FCGM

AX-88-SNP

No Kit Required

1981 and Older ..............................

1982 and Newer .............................

1987 and Older ..............................

1988 and Newer ..............................

1987 and Older ..............................

1988 and Newer ..............................

U.S. Built 1974 and Newer ..............

Imported .........................................

1984 and Older ...............................

1985 through 1990 ..........................

1991 and Newer ..............................

1971 and Newer ..............................

IMPORTS:

Acura-Audi-BMW-Daihatsu-Fiat-Honda-Hyundai-Mercedes-

Peugeot-Porsche-Saab-Subaru-Volkswagen-Volvo-Yugo......................

Nissan (Most Models) :1982 and Newer ............................................

Mazda(MostModels):1986andNewer...................................................

Toyota(MostModels):1982andNewer...................................................

For vehicles not listed or more specific information, refer to the in-store application chart or call our "HELP" line.

* Refer to In-Store Chart to determine if kit is required.

Will Fit Most Years; Some Require AX-88-SNP Kit *

Will Fit Most Years; Some Require AX-88-NAB Kit *

Will Fit Most Years; Some Require AX-87-MAZ Kit *

Will Fit Most Years; Some Require AX-88-TOY Kit *

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1. Identify the make and year of the car in which you will be installing this sound system.

2. Refer to the Kit Information and Kit Listing sections to determine if a kit is required.

3. If a kit is required, follow the directions in Kit Information section.

4. Follow the specific installation instructions for your particular make of car as listed in the index.

NOTE:

Due to the wide variety of import cars and the different installations required, this manual does not show specific

installationsinthesevehicles. However,thissoundsystemcanbeinstalledinmanyimportcarsbyfollowingthe"Universal

Installation" section on page 2. Check the application chart at your retail store or call our toll-free "HELP" line for specific

information on your particular car.

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HEXNUT

PERFORATED STRAP

SCREWSTUD

TRIMPLATE

EXISTING OPENING

METALPARTOF

DASHBOARD

DRILL HOLE IF NECESSARY

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This installation is designed for cars, trucks, vans, and boats that have an existing radio opening. It can also be

used as an option on some of the vehicles listed as requiring the AX-88-SNP kit. It will not work on all vehicles,

but can be used on most newer Fords and many imports.

1. Inspect the Existing Radio Opening:

A. Use the trimplate supplied with the radio to cover the existing opening. If it completely covers the opening,

you can install the radio as explained below. If it does not cover the opening, you will need an installation

kit.

B. Check that there will be sufficient space behind the dashboard for the radio chassis.

2. Wire the Radio to the Vehicle's Wiring:

A. In most cases it is easier to wire the radio before mounting it. Place the radio near the dashboard so the

wires can be led through the opening.

B. Carefully follow the diagram on page 8 to wire the radio, making certain all connections are secure and

insulated with wire nuts or electrical tape to insure proper operation of the unit.

C. After completing the wiring, turn the unit on to confirm operation (ignition switch must be "on"). If unit does

not operate, re-check all wiring until problem is corrected. Once proper operation is achieved, turn off unit

and ignition switch, and proceed with final mounting of the radio.

3. Mounting the Radio:

A. Thread a shaft nut half-way down each radio shaft.

B. Place a metal back-up plate on each radio shaft against the shaft nut.

C. Position the radio behind the dashboard opening so that the back-up plates are snug against the back of

the opening. Adjust the shaft nuts behind the back-up plates so that the desired amount of radio extends

throughtheopening. Ifpossible,thebestappearanceisusuallyachievedwhenthereisenoughoftheradio

extending to be flush with the front of the trimplate.

D. Place the trimplate over the front of the radio and secure it with a shaft nut on each radio shaft.

E. 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.

F. Install knobs on radio shafts.

8:30am-7:00pmEastern

9:00am-5:00pmEastern

Monday-Friday

Saturday

HELP!

1-800-645-49941-800-645-4994

1-800-645-4994

PERFORATED STRAP

SCREWSTUD

NOSE PIECE COLLAR

(INCLUDED WITH RADIO)

METAL PART OF

DASH BOARD

RADIO

DRILL HOLE IF NECESSARY

HEX

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SHAFTNUT

SCREW

TRIM FOR "GM"

DASHBOARD SHAFTNUTS

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VROLET-OLDSMOBILE-BUICK-PONTOLET-OLDSMOBILE-BUICK-PONT

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Important-This installation is designed for 1981 and older U.S. made GM cars, trucks, and vans. For 1981 and

newer vehicles, an installation kit may be required. See Kit Listing on Page 1 of this manual or refer to the in-store

application chart. If a kit is not required, use the following instructions.

1. Remove the Existing Radio:1. Remove the Existing Radio:

1. Remove the Existing Radio:

A. Remove radio knobs and shaft nuts behind the knobs.

B. Locate and remove support brace at back of radio.

C. Push radio back into dashboard to access the wiring and antenna cables plugged into the rear of the

chassis.

D. Un-plug the wiring harness(es) and antenna cable and remove the radio.

2. Wire the New Radio:2. Wire the New Radio:

2. Wire the New Radio:

A. In most cases it is easier to wire the radio before mounting it. Place the radio near the dashboard so the

wires can be led through the opening.

B. Carefully follow the diagram on page 8 to wire the radio, making certain all connections are secure and

insulated with wire nuts or electrical tape to insure proper operation of the unit.

C. After completing the wiring, turn the unit on to confirm operation (ignition switch must be "on"). If unit does

not operate, re-check all wiring until problem is corrected. Once proper operation is achieved, turn off unit

and ignition switch, and proceed with final mounting of the radio.

3. Install the New Radio:3. Install the New Radio:

3. Install the New Radio:

A. Thread a shaft nut half-way down each radio shaft.

B. Trim the top edge off of the nosepiece collar at the "CUT OFF FOR GM" mark and place the collar on radio

nosepiece.

C. Place the radio behind dashboard and through the radio opening. Adjust the position of the shaft nuts so

that the radio nosepiece and collar are flush against the back of the dashboard.

D. Secure the radio with a shaft nut on each radio shaft.

E. 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.

F. Install knobs on radio shafts.

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1-800-645-49941-800-645-4994

1-800-645-4994

8:30am-7:00pmEastern

9:00am-5:00pmEastern

Monday-Friday

Saturday

HELP!

HEXNUT PERFORATED STRAP

SCREWSTUD

SCREW

RADIO

MOUNTING PLATE FROM KIT

(NOT INCLUDED WITH RADIO)

EXISTING DASH TRIMPANEL

HEXNUT

SHAFTNUT

CHECHE

CHEVRVR

VRVR

VROLET-OLDSMOBILE-BUICK-PONTOLET-OLDSMOBILE-BUICK-PONT

OLET-OLDSMOBILE-BUICK-PONTOLET-OLDSMOBILE-BUICK-PONT

OLET-OLDSMOBILE-BUICK-PONTII

IAC-GMC-CAAC-GMC-CA

AC-GMC-CAAC-GMC-CA

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Important-This installation is designed for most 1982 and newer GM cars, trucks, and vans where an installation

kit is required. See Kit Listing on Page 1 of this manual or refer to the in-store application chart. If a kit is not

required, use the instructions on Page 3.

1. Remove the Existing Radio:1. Remove the Existing Radio:

1. Remove the Existing Radio:

A. Remove the existing dashboard trimpanel surrounding the radio opening. This panel is usually secured

by screws and/or snap-in clips.

B. Remove the screws used to secure the radio to the sub-dashboard.

C. Pull the radio forward to access the wiring and antenna cables plugged into the rear of the chassis.

D. Un-plug the wiring harness(es) and antenna cable and remove the radio.

2. Install the New Radio:2. Install the New Radio:

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 sub-dashboard according to instructions of installation kit.

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.

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IMPORTANT

A MOUNTING KIT IS

REQUIRED

FOR THIS INSTALLATION

PERFORATED STRAP

HEXNUT

SCREWSTUD

RADIO

NOSE PIECE COLLAR

(INCLUDED WITH RADIO)

SHAFTNUTS

DASHBOARD

METAL PART OF DASHBOARD

DRILL HOLE IF

NECESSARY

HEX NUT

SCREW

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Important-This installation is designed for 1984 and older U.S. made Ford cars, trucks, and vans. For newer

vehicles, an installation kit may be required. See Kit Listing on Page 1 of this manual or refer to the in-store chart.

1. Remove the Existing Radio:1. Remove the Existing Radio:

1. Remove the Existing Radio:

A. Remove radio knobs and shaft nuts behind the knobs.

B. Locate and remove support brace at back of radio.

C. Pushradiobackintodashboardtoaccessthewiringandantennacablespluggedintotherearofthechassis

D. Un-plug the wiring harness(es) and antenna cable and remove the radio.

2. Wire the New Radio:2. Wire the New Radio:

2. Wire the New Radio:

A. In most cases it is easier to wire the radio before mounting it. Place the radio near the dashboard so the

wires can be led through the opening.

B. Carefully follow the diagram on pages 8 to wire the radio, making certain all connections are secure and

insulated with wire nuts or electrical tape to insure proper operation of the unit.

C. After completing the wiring, turn the unit on to confirm operation (ignition switch must be "on"). If unit does

not operate, re-check all wiring until problem is corrected. Once proper operation is achieved, turn off unit

and ignition switch, and proceed with final mounting of the radio.

3. Install the New Radiio:3. Install the New Radiio:

3. Install the New Radiio:

A. Thread a shaft nut halfway down each radio shaft.

B. Place the nosepiece collar on the radio nosepiece.

C. Place the radio behind dashboard and through the radio opening. Adjust the position of the shaft nuts so

that the radio nosepiece and collar are flush against the back of the dashboard.

D. Secure the radio with a shaft nut on each radio shaft.

E. 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.

F. Install knobs on radio shafts.

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IMPORTANT

A MOUNTING KIT IS

REQUIRED

FOR THIS INSTALLATION

HELP!

RADIO

HEXNUT SCREWSTUD

PERFORATED STRAP

EXISTING DASH TRIMPANEL

SHAFTNUTS

MOUNTING PLATE FROM KIT

(NOT INCLUDED WITH RADIO)

SCREW

HEXNUT

Monday-Friday

Saturday 8:30am-7:00pmEastern

9:00am-5:00pmEastern

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IMPORTANT

A MOUNTING KIT IS

REQUIRED

FOR THIS INSTALLATION

FORD-LINCOLN-MERCURFORD-LINCOLN-MERCUR

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Important-This installation is designed for most 1985 through 1990 U.S. made Ford cars, and vans and an

installation kit is required for these vehicles. See Kit Listing on Page 1 of this manual or refer to the in-store

application chart. For 1991 and newer vehicles, the radio can be installed as shown on Page 2 of this manual

or you can use the AX-88-SNP kit. Instructions for use of the AS-88-SNP kit are included with the kit and are not

shown in this manual.

1. Remove the Existing Radio:1. Remove the Existing Radio:

1. Remove the Existing Radio:

A. Remove existing dashboard trimpanel surrounding the radio opening. This panel is usually secured by

screws and/or snap-in clips.

B. Remove the screws used to secure radio to the sub-dashboard.