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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.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
95-6547B
KIT FEATURES
• ISO DDIN radio provision
KIT COMPONENTS
• A) Radio trim panel • B) Radio brackets • C) Cut template
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Panel removal tool • Phillips screwdriver
• T20 Torx screwdriver • Cutting tool • File
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Dash Disassembly ..................................................2
Kit Preparation .......................................................3
Kit Assembly ..........................................................3
WIRING & ANTENNA CONNECTIONS (sold separately)
Wiring Harness: 70-1817 (2001) • 70-6502 (02-04)
Antenna Adapter: N/R (2001) • 40-CR10 (02-04)
A B C
Dodge Dakota 2001-2004 / Durango 2001-2003
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1. Remove (3) T20 Torx screws from
the bottom edge of the panel below
the steering column, then unclip and
remove the panel. (Figure A)
2. Remove (2) Phillips screws from the
instrument cluster panel above the
gauges. (Figure A)
3. Remove (3) T20 Torx screws from the
bottom of the steering column shroud,
then unclip and remove just the top half
of the shroud. (Figure A)
4. Unclip the entire dash panel surrounding
the radio, climate controls, and
instrument cluster. Unplug the climate
controls, then remove the panel.
5. Remove (4) Phillips screws securing the
radio, then slide the radio out. Unplug
and remove the radio.
Continue to Kit Preparation
3 Screws
3 Screws
2 Screws
(Figure A)
DASH DISASSEMBLY
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1. Remove (4) Phillips screws securing the
climate controls, then remove them in
preparation for the following steps.
2. Place the
cut template
over the factory
dash panel. (Figure A)
3. Scribe the dash panel on the inside
edges of the template to mark for
cutting. (Figure A)
4. Remove the
cut template
, then cut the
dash panel and remove shaded areas.
(Figure B)
5. Clip the
radio trim panel
onto the dash
panel and ensure that it seats properly
to the panel. If not, file the panel until it
seats properly.
6. Secure the climate controls back to the
dash panel using the factory screws.
7. Cut the shaded area of the sub-dash
to allow room for the radio assembly.
(Figure C)
Continue to Kit Assembly
1. Secure the
radio brackets
to the radio
using the screws supplied with the
radio. (Figure A)
2.
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
.
3. Secure the radio assembly to the dash
using the factory screws.
4.
Reassemble the dash in reverse order of
disassembly to complete the installation
.
(Figure A)
(Figure B)
(Figure C)
KIT PREPARATION KIT ASSEMBLY
(Figure A)
Remove shaded area
Remove
shaded area
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IMPORTANT
If you are having difficulties with the installation of this product,
please call our Tech Support line at 1-800-253-TECH. Before
doing so, look over the instructions a second time, and make
sure the installation was performed exactly as the instructions
are stated. Please have the vehicle apart and ready to perform
troubleshooting steps before calling.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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