Metra Electronics 99-6507 User manual

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Installation instructions for part 99-6507
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CAUTION! All accessories, switches, climate controls panels, and
especially air bag indicator lights must be connected before cycling
the ignition. Also, do not remove the factory radio with the key in the
on position, or while the vehicle is running.
• DIN radio provision with pocket
• ISO DIN radio provision with pocket
• A) Radio housing • B) ISO snap-in brackets • C) Trim plates (upper and lower)
KIT FEATURES
KIT COMPONENTS
WIRING & ANTENNA CONNECTIONS (sold separately)
Wiring Harness:
• CHTO-01 - For models with a factory amp
• XSVI-6502-NAV - For models without a factory amp
Antenna Adapter:
• 40-CR10
• Panel removal tool • Phillips screwdriver
• Socket wrench
TOOLS REQUIRED
Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep (without NAV) 2005-2010
99-6507
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APPLICATIONS
See application list inside cover

99-6507
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Applications
2
Chrysler
300 ............................................... 2005-2007
Aspen......................................................2007
PT Cruiser ..................................... 2006-2010
Dodge
Caliber........................................... 2007-2008
Charger ......................................... 2006-2007
Dakota........................................... 2005-2007
Durango ........................................ 2004-2007
Magnum........................................ 2005-2007
Ram 1500 ..................................... 2006-2008
Ram 2500/3500............................ 2006-2009
Ram Chassis Cab .......................... 2008-2010
Jeep
Commander .................................. 2006-2007
Compass....................................... 2007-2008
Grand Cherokee ............................ 2005-2007
Patriot............................................ 2007-2008
Mitsubishi
Raider............................................ 2006-2007
Table of Contents
Dash Disassembly
- Chrysler 300 2005-2007 .................................................................................................. 4
- Chrysler Aspen 2007 ......................................................................................................... 3
- Chrysler PT Cruiser 2006-2010 ......................................................................................... 8
- Dodge Caliber 2007-2008 ................................................................................................ 7
- Dodge Charger 2006-2007................................................................................................ 3
- Dodge Dakota 2005-2007 ................................................................................................. 3
- Dodge Durango 2004-2007 ............................................................................................... 3
- Dodge Magnum 2005-2007 .............................................................................................. 3
- Dodge Ram: 1500 2006-2008, 2500/3500 2006-2009,
Chassis Cab 2008-2010 (with full center console) ............................................................. 6
- Dodge Ram: 1500 2006-2008, 2500/3500 2006-2009,
Chassis Cab 2008-2010 (with mini center console) ........................................................... 5
- Dodge Ram: 1500 2006-2008, 2500/3500 2006-2009,
Chassis Cab 2008-2010 (without center console) .............................................................. 4
- Jeep Commander 2006-2007............................................................................................ 8
- Jeep Compass 2007-2008 ................................................................................................ 7
- Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005-2007...................................................................................... 7
- Jeep Patriot 2007-2008..................................................................................................... 7
- Mitsubishi Raider 2006-2007 ............................................................................................ 9
Kit Assembly
- DIN radio provision with pocket ....................................................................................... 10
- ISO DIN radio provision with pocket ................................................................................. 11

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1. Remove (2) 7mm screws from the
inside of the pocket facing upward.
(Figure A)
2. Unclip and remove the entire trim
panel surrounding the radio and
climate controls. (Figure B)
3. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing
radio. Unplug and remove radio.
(Figure C)
Continue to kit assembly
Chrysler Aspen 2007, Dodge
Dakota 2005-2007/Durango 2004-2007
(Figure B)
1. Unclip and remove entire
panel surrounding radio
and climate controls,
including A/C vents.
(Figure A)
2. Remove (4) 7mm screws
securing radio. Unplug and
remove radio.
(Figure B)
Continue to kit assembly
(Figure B)
Dodge Charger 2006-2007 /
Magnum 2005-2007
(Figure C)
(Figure A)
(Figure A)
Dash Disassembly 99-6507

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1. Open cup holder and remove (2)
Phillips screws facing up on front
edge of radio/climate control panel.
(Figure A)
2. Unclip and remove entire panel
surrounding radio and climate
controls, including A/C vents.
(Figure B)
3. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing
radio. Unplug and remove radio.
Continue to kit assembly
(Figure B)
Dodge Ram 1500 2006-2008,
2500/3500 2006-2009,
Chassis Cab 2008-2010 (without center console)
(Figure A)
1. Unclip and remove entire panel
surrounding radio and climate
controls, including A/C vents and
clock. (Figure A)
2. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing
radio. Unplug and remove radio.
(Figure B)
Continue to kit assembly
Chrysler 300
2005-2007
(Figure A)
(Figure B)
Dash Disassembly 99-6507

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1. If vehicle has floor shifter, remove
shifter knob. Then remove center
console inserts, if present. (Figure A)
2. Remove screws securing the rear
center console to the floor panel.
Lift up on the rear center console to
clear the gear shift lever, if present.
(Figure B)
3. Remove screws securing the front
center console to the floor panel.
Unclip and remove the front center
console.(Figure C)
4. Remove (2) Phillips head screws at
bottom of dash. Unsnap and remove
lower panel.
5. Remove (2) Phillips screws facing up
on front edge of radio/climate control
panel. (Figure D)
6. Unclip and remove entire panel
surrounding radio and climate
controls, including A/C vents.
(Figure E)
7. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing
radio to dash and remove radio.
Continue to kit assembly
Dodge Ram 1500 2006-2008, 2500/3500 2006-2009,
Chassis Cab 2008-2010 (with mini center console)
(Figure B) (Figure C) (Figure D) (Figure E)
(Figure A)
Dash Disassembly 99-6507

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1. If vehicle has floor shifter, remove shifter knob.
2. Unsnap and remove console front top cover
(closest to the dash). (Figure A)
3. Remove (2) 8mm screws from under console cover
(previously removed). Remove front section of
console. (Figure B)
4. Loosen (2) 8mm screws at bottom of dash. Unsnap
lower panel.
5. Remove (2) Phillips screws facing up on front edge
of radio/climate control panel. (Figure C)
6. Unclip and remove entire panel surrounding radio
and climate controls, including A/C vents.
(Figure D)
7. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing radio to dash
and remove radio.
Continue to kit assembly
Dodge Ram 1500 2006-2008, 2500/3500 2006-2009,
Chassis Cab 2008-2010 (with full center console)
(Figure A) (Figure B) (Figure C) (Figure D)
Dash Disassembly 99-6507

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Dash Disassembly 99-6507
1. Unsnap and move shifter trim to
the side. (Figure A)
2. (Compass and Patriot only) Unsnap
and remove top center dash panel
above A/C vents.
3. Unsnap center dash trim panel (do
not remove until climate controls
are removed). (Figure A)
4. Remove (4) Phillips screws holding
climate control panel to backside
of the center dash panel.
5. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing
radio. Unplug and remove radio.
Continue to kit assembly
Dodge Caliber 2007-2008,
Jeep Compass/Patriot 2007-2008
1. Unsnap and remove panel from
around radio including the vent on
each side. (Figure A)
2. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing
radio. Unplug and remove radio.
(Figure B)
Continue to kit assembly
(Figure B)
Jeep Grand
Cherokee 2005-2007
(Figure A)
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Dash Disassembly 99-6507
1. Remove the (16) screws securing
the radio trim panel. (Figure A)
2. Unclip and remove the entire radio
trim panel. (Figure B)
3. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing
radio. Unplug and remove radio.
Continue to kit assembly
Jeep Commander
2006-2007
(Figure B)
1. Remove (2) screws from inside
air vents on center dash panel.
(Figure A)
2. Unsnap center dash panel (do not
remove until climate controls are
removed). (Figure A)
3. Remove (4) Phillips screws holding
climate control panel to backside
of the center dash panel.
4. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing
radio. Unplug and remove radio.
Continue to kit assembly
Chrysler PT Cruiser
2006-2010
(Figure A)
(4) screws (4) screws (4) screws (4) screws
(Figure A)

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1. Unsnap and remove center dash panel. (Figure A)
2. Remove (4) 7mm screws securing radio. Unplug and remove radio.
Continue to kit assembly
Mitsubishi Raider
2006-2007
(Figure A)
Dash Disassembly 99-6507
Notes

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Kit Assembly 99-6507
1. Remove the metal DIN sleeve and trim ring from
the aftermarket radio.
2. Slide the sleeve into the radio housing and secure
by bending the metal locking tabs down. (Figure
A)
3. Slide the radio into the sleeve until it clicks in.
(Figure B)
4. Using the alignment pins on the trim plates & the
corresponding holes in the housing, attach the
upper trim plate and the lower trim plate supplied
with the kit. (Figure B)
5. Locate the factory wiring harness in the dash.
Metra recommends using the proper mating
adapter from Metra or AXXESS. Test the radio for
proper operation.
5. Reassemble the dash in reverse order of
disassembly.
DIN radio provision with pocket
(Figure A) (Figure B) (Figure C)
Upper
trim plate
Lower
trim plate

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Kit Assembly 99-6507
1. Remove the metal DIN sleeve and trim ring from
the aftermarket radio.
2. Mount the ISO Brackets to the radio using the
screws supplied with the radio. (Figure A)
3. Slide the radio into the opening until it snaps into
place. (Figure B)
4. Using the alignment pins on the trim plates & the
corresponding holes in the housing, attach the
upper trim plate and the lower trim plate supplied
with the kit. (Figure B)
5. Locate the factory wiring harness in the dash.
Metra recommends using the proper mating
adapter from Metra or AXXESS. Test the radio for
proper operation.
6. Reassemble the dash in reverse order
of disassembly.
ISO DIN radio provision with pocket
(Figure A) (Figure B)
Upper
trim plate
Lower
trim plate
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