Carson 1181281, 1181280, 50-0212x-002 Series, 50-0212x-014 Series Installation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

50-0212x-002 SERIES 1181281
50-0212x-014 SERIES 1181280

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. Phillips screwdriver 2. Powered screwdriver or drill with adapter

3. Awl or scribe point tool or similar 4. Razor knife or similar tool

5. T-10TORX bit driver 6. 1/8" Drill Bit

7. Audiovox Series 640/650 Video Module

FOR USE IN VEHICLES WITH FACTORY INSTALLED

OVERHEAD CONSOLE ONLY.

Materials provided for this installation:

FOR

FORD EXPEDITION

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION # 44-0018D

Apr. 14, 1999

ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY

1 Nut, 6-32 HH KEPS 8
2 Screw, # 6 x 3/8 PPH TAB 13
3 Screw, # 8 x 9/16 PWH TAB 2
4 Screw, 6-32 x 1/2 PPH 4
5 Screw, 6-32 x 3/4 PPH 10
6 Screw, # 8 x 1 1/4 PWH TAB 2
7 Screw, # 8 x 1 1/2 PWH TAB 1
8 Screw, # 8 x 1 3/4 POH TAB Z1 2

9 Washer, 3.5 mm 4
10 Finish Washer, # 8 2
11 Convoluted Tube, 1/2" ID X 3" 1
12 Template (last page of

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instructions)
13 Front Mounting Bracket 1
14 Pod Mounting Bracket 4
15 Switch Mounting Bracket 2
16 Rear Air Duct Blockoff Plate 1
17 Rear Mounting Bracket 1
18 Plywood , 3/8" x 7" x 8 1/2" 1

19 Overhead Console 1

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION # 44-0018D Apr. 14, 1999

Printed in the U.S.A.

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I. REMOVAL OF O.E.M. EQUIPMENT.

1. Remove and retain OEM overhead console assembly by removing one (1) OEM screw in front pocket. Pull
console down and disconnect wiring. Set aside in a safe place for later re-installation.

2. Remove and retain rear A/C control assembly. Assembly housing is secured with two (2) spring loaded
fasteners on front of housing. Pull down to disengage, then slide forward to clear bracket. Disconnect
wiring. Set assembly aside in a safe place for re-use later.

3. Remove center A/C vent in headliner using two scribe points in indicator holes on vent and twist.

II. PREPARATION OF VEHICLE.

1. Place template provided (item 12 pg 2) over center
A/C vent hole with arrow pointing forward. Cut
and remove indicated headliner. See Figure 1.

Figure 1

2. Install plywood block (item 18 pg 2) provided in kit
through modified louver opening and secure in place
using two (2) # 8 x 9/16" PWH screws (item 3 pg2).
See Figure 2 and 3.

Figure 2

Figure 3

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