Metra Electronics 99-7581 User manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
99-7581
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.
KIT FEATURES
• DIN radio provision with pocket
• ISO DIN radio provision with pocket
• ISO DDIN radio provision
KIT COMPONENTS
• A) Radio housing • B) ISO DIN brackets • C) ISO DIN trim plate • D) ISO DDIN trim plate
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Torx T-20 screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Dash Disassembly
– Nissan Frontier 2005-2017................................4
– Nissan Pathfinder 2005-2012 ...........................3
– Nissan Xterra 2005-2013 ...................................4
– Suzuki Equator 2009 ........................................4
Kit Assembly
– DIN radio provision with pocket ......................5
– ISO DIN radio provision with pocket ...............6
– ISO DDIN radio provision ..................................7
WIRING & ANTENNA CONNECTIONS (sold separately)
Wiring Harness: Please visit metraonline.com
for options
Antenna Adapter: Please visit metraonline.com
for options
A B C D
Nissan 2005-2017 / Suzuki 2009
Visit MetraOnline.com for more detailed information about the product and up-to-date vehicle
specific applications
APPLICATIONS
See inside front cover

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APPLICATIONS
Nissan
Frontier LE 2005-2008
Frontier S 2011-2012
Frontier S (king cab) 2013-2015
Frontier SE 2005-2008
Frontier SE
(with a 4-cylinder engine) 2009-2011
Frontier XE 2005-2011
Frontier (radio delete) 2016-2017
Pathfinder LE (without NAV) 2005-2007
Pathfinder S 2006-2012
Pathfinder S FE+ 2008-2011
Pathfinder SE 2005-2007
Pathfinder XE 2005
Xterra S 2005-2008
Xterra SE 2005-2008
Xterra X 2006-2008
Xterra X (RWD) 2009-2013
Suzuki
Equator (extended cab) 2009

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DASH DISASSEMBLY
Nissan Pathfinder 2005-2012
(Note: Do not cycle the key while the dash is
removed or the air bag light will come on.)
1. Unclip and remove the trim panel from
around the cup holders, in the center
console. (Figure A)
2. Unclip and remove the shifter trim
panel, including the pocket below the
radio, and the a/c controls. (Figure B)
3. Unclip and remove the panel at the top
of the radio, then remove (1) Phillips
screw underneath. (Figure C)
4. Unclip and remove the entire trim panel
surrounding the radio, including the a/c.
(Figure D)
5. Remove (4) Phillips screws securing the
radio to remove. (Figure E)
Continue to Kit Assembly
(Figure B) (Figure D)
(Figure A) (Figure C) (Figure E)

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DASH DISASSEMBLY
(Figure A) (Figure B) (Figure C)
Nissan Frontier 2005-2017,
Xterra 2005-2013 /
Suzuki Equator 2009
(Note: Do not cycle the key while the dash is
removed or the air bag light will come on.)
1. Unclip and remove the panel at the top
of the radio, and remove (1) Phillips
screw underneath. (Figure A)
2. Unclip and remove the entire trim panel
surrounding the radio, including the a/c
controls. (Figure B)
3. Remove (4) Phillips screws securing the
radio to remove. (Figure C)
Continue to Kit Assembly

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KIT ASSEMBLY
(Figure A) (Figure B)
DIN radio provision with pocket
1. Remove the metal DIN sleeve 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 back into the sleeve until
it clicks in. (Figure B)
4. Locate the factory wiring harness and
antenna connector in the dash and
complete all necessary connections to
the radio and climate controls. 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 to complete the installation.

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KIT ASSEMBLY
ISO DIN radio provision with pocket
1. Remove the metal DIN sleeve and trim
ring from the aftermarket radio.
2. Secure the ISO DIN brackets to the radio
using screws supplied with the radio.
(Figure A)
3. Slide the radio into the radio housing
until it snaps into place. (Figure B)
4. Snap the ISO DIN trim plate onto the
front of the radio housing. (Figure B)
5. Locate the factory wiring harness and
antenna connector in the dash and
complete all necessary connections to
the radio and climate controls. 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 to complete the installation.
(Figure A) (Figure B)

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KIT ASSEMBLY
(Figure A)
ISO DDIN radio provision
1. Remove the mounting brackets from the
factory radio. Secure the brackets to the
aftermarket radio using screws supplied
with the aftermarket radio.
2. Remove (2) T-20 Torx screws from the a/c
vents, then remove. (Figure A)
3. Secure the ISO DDIN trim plate to the panel
using (2) T-20 Torx screws removed from
the prior step.
4. Locate the factory wiring harness and
antenna connector in the dash and
complete all necessary connections to
the radio and climate controls. 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 to complete the installation.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
99-7581
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.

¡Precaución! Todos los accesorios, interruptores,
paneles de controles de clima y especialmente las
luces del indicador de las bolsas de aire deben estar
conectados antes ciclar la ignición. Además, no quite
el radio de fábrica con la llave en la posición o de
encendido ni con el vehículo funcionando.
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INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN
99-7581
CARACTERÍSTICAS DEL KIT
• Provisión de radio DIN con cavidad
• Provisión de radio ISO DIN con cavidad
• Provisión de radio ISO DDIN
COMPONENTES DEL KIT
• A) Carcasa del radio • B) Soportes ISO DIN • C) Placa de moldura ISO DIN • D) Placa de moldura ISO DDIN
HERRAMIENTAS REQUERIDAS
• Destornillador Torx T-20 • Destornillador Phillips
INDICE
Desmontaje del tablero
– Nissan Frontier 2005-2017................................4
– Nissan Pathfinder 2005-2012 ...........................3
– Nissan Xterra 2005-2013 ...................................4
– Suzuki Equator 2009 ........................................4
Ensamble del kit
– Provisión de radio DIN con cavidad ................5
– Provisión de radio ISO DIN con cavidad ..........6
– Provisión de radio ISO DDIN .............................7
CABLEADO Y CONEXIONES DE ANTENA
(se venden por separado)
Arnés de cableado: Visite metraonline.com
para opciones
Adaptador de antena: Visite metraonline.com
para opciones
A B C D
Nissan 2005-2017 / Suzuki 2009
Visite MetraOnline.com para obtener información más detallada sobre el producto y aplicaciones
actualizadas específicas para vehículos.
APLICACIONES
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APLICACIONES
Nissan
Frontier LE 2005-2008
Frontier S 2011-2012
Frontier S (cabina rey) 2013-2015
Frontier SE 2005-2008
Frontier SE
(con un motor de 4-cilindros) 2009-2011
Frontier XE 2005-2011
Frontier (borrar radio) 2016-2017
Pathfinder LE (sin NAV) 2005-2007
Pathfinder S 2006-2012
Pathfinder S FE+ 2008-2011
Pathfinder SE 2005-2007
Pathfinder XE 2005
Xterra S 2005-2008
Xterra SE 2005-2008
Xterra X 2006-2008
Xterra X (RWD) 2009-2013
Suzuki
Equator (cabina extendida) 2009