Metra Electronics 108-FD7B User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
108-FD7B
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Attention! Let the vehicle sit with the key
out of the ignition for a few minutes before
removing the factory radio. When testing the
aftermarket equipment, ensure that all factory
equipment is connected before cycling the
key to ignition.
Patent Pending
KIT FEATURES
• Designed specifically for the Pioneer DMH-C5500NEX 8-inch radio
• Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the
factory color and finish
KIT COMPONENTS
• A) Radio trim panel • B) Radio brackets • C) Switch housing • D) #8 x 3/8” Phillips screws (3) • E) #6 x 3/8” Phillips screws (4) • F) Panel clips (6)
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Panel removal tool • Phillips screwdriver
• 9/32” socket wrench • Torx screwdriver
WIRING & ANTENNA CONNECTIONS (sold separately)
Wiring Harness: XSVI-5524-NAV
Antenna Adapter: 40-EU10
Steering wheel control interface: ASWC-1
A B C D E E
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Dash Disassembly ..................................................2
Kit Preparation .......................................................2
Kit Assembly ..........................................................3
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DASH DISASSEMBLY KIT PREPARATION
2
1. Remove the storage mat in the pocket
above the climate-control/radio trim
panel, then remove (2) 9/32” screws
exposed. (Figure A)
2. Unclip and remove the pocket, then
remove (2) 9/32” screws exposed.
(Figure B)
3. Unclip, unplug, and remove the climate-
control/radio trim panel.
Continue to Kit Preparation
From the factory climate-control/radio
trim panel:
1. Remove (4) Torx screws securing the climate
control panel, then remove. (Figure A) .
2. Unclip and remove the switches. (Figure A)
3. Unclip and remove the LINE IN jack. (Figure A)
4. Unclip and remove the power port assembly.
(Figure A)
To the 108-FD7B climate-control/radio trim panel:
5. Secure the climate control panel to the panel using
(4) #6 x 3/8” Phillips screws provided. (Figure B)
6. Trim the bottom tab from the switch housing
(see inset). Secure the switch housing to the
panel using (3) #8 x 3/8” Phillips pan-head screws
provided. (Figure B)
7. Snap the factory switches into the switch housing.
(Figure B)
8. Snap the LINE IN jack to the panel. (Figure B)
9. Snap the power port assembly to
the panel. (Figure B)
10. Attach (6) panel clips to the panel.
Continue to Kit Assembly
(Figure A) (Figure A)
(Figure B)
(Figure B)
Remove
shaded area

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KIT ASSEMBLY
3
Note: For steps 1 and 2, reference the
installation manual provided with the radio
for which hardware to use. The display
screen and radio chassis use two different
types of screws.
1. Secure the radio brackets to the radio
chassis using (4) screws supplied with
the radio. (Figure A)
2. Secure the radio display to the radio
brackets using (4) screws supplied with
the radio. (Figure B)
3. Locate the factory wiring harness and
antenna connector in the dash, and
complete all necessary connections to
the radio. Metra recommends using the
proper mating adapter from Metra and/
or AXXESS. Test the radio for proper
operation.
(Figure B)
(Figure A) (Figure C)
4. Slightly unclip the middle ac vent panels
in preparation for the next step.
5. Remove (4) screws in the dash cavity,
then secure the completed assembly
into the dash using those screws.
(Figure C)
6. Clip the ac vent panels back in.
7. Snap the radio trim panel over the
completed assembly, then reassemble
the dash in reverse order of disassembly
to complete the installation.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
108-FD7B
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If you are having difficulties with the installation
of this product, contact our Tech Support line
either by phone at 386-257-1187, or email at
[e-mail]. Before
doing so, look over the instruction booklet a
second time and ensure that the installation was
performed exactly as the instruction booklet
is stated. Have the vehicle apart and ready to
perform troubleshooting steps before contacting
Metra/Axxess Tech Support.