Metra 99-4644 GM Multi-Kit Installation Instructions
This document provides detailed installation instructions for the Metra 99-4644 GM Multi-Kit with Shelf, designed for various GM vehicles from 1982-2005. It includes comprehensive dash disassembly procedures for a wide range of Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Saturn models, as well as kit assembly instructions for both DIN and ISO radio provisions.
Kit Components
- A) Radio housing
- B) Flat faceplate
- C) 1/2" Faceplate
- D) 1" Faceplate
- E) Rear support tray
- F) ISO trimring
- G) Bracket set #1
- H) Bracket set #2
- I) Bracket set #3
- J) Bracket set #4
- K) Bracket set #5
- L) Bracket set #6
- M) Bracket set #7
- N) Bracket set #8
- O) Bracket set #9
- P) Bracket set #10
- Q) ISO brackets
- R) Bracket (L) S-10
- S) (4) Carriage bolts/studs
- T) (4) Nuts
- U) (4) Hex-head screws
Kit Features
- DIN and ISO radio provisions
- Also, for vehicles equipped with J-2000 panel-style
Tools Required
- Panel removal tool/flat head screwdriver
- Torx-head screwdriver
- Socket wrench
Important Caution
Metra recommends disconnecting the negative battery terminal before beginning any installation. All accessories, switches, and especially air bag indicator lights must be plugged in before reconnecting the battery or cycling the ignition.
NOTE: Refer to the instructions included with the aftermarket radio.
Applications
This kit is compatible with a wide range of GM vehicles from 1982-2005. Please refer to the detailed application list provided in the original document for specific vehicle compatibility.
Dash Disassembly Procedures
The document contains detailed, step-by-step instructions for disassembling the dashboard to install the radio kit for numerous vehicle models, including:
- Buick Century (1982-1996)
- Buick Electra (1984-1990), Estate Wagon/LeSabre/Park Avenue (1984-1994)
- Buick Reatta (1990-1991)
- Buick Regal (1984-1987)
- Buick Riviera (1983-1985, 1990-1995)
- Buick Roadmaster (1991-1994) / Chevrolet Caprice (1991-1993)
- Buick Syhawk (1982-1989) / Oldsmobile Firenza (1982-1988)
- Buick Skylark (1983-1986, 1987-1989, 1990-1995)
- Cadillac Deville (1985-1995) / Fleetwood (1985-1992)
- Cadillac Eldorado/Seville (1984-1991)
- Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT/Chevrolet Avalanche, C-K Pickup, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe/GMC C-K Pickup, Sierra, Suburban, Yukon (1995-2002)
- Chevrolet Astro/GMC Safari (1985-1989, 1990-1995, 1996-2005)
- Chevrolet Beretta/Corsica (1991-1996)
- Chevrolet Blazer (full size)/Suburban/GMC Jimmy (full size) Suburban (1989-1991)
- Chevrolet S-10 Blazer/S-10 Pickup (1998-2001), GMC S-15 Jimmy/Sonoma (1998-2001), Isuzu Hombre (1998-2001)
- Chevrolet Camaro/Pontiac Firebird (1982-1984, 1985-1992)
- Chevrolet Camaro (1997-2002)
- Chevrolet Caprice/Impala (1994-1996)
- Chevrolet Cavalier (1982-1990/Cadillac Cimarron (1982-1988, Pontiac Sunbird with J-2000 panel style factory radio 1982-1988)
- Chevrolet Cavalier (1991-1994, 1995-1999)
- Chevrolet Celebrity (1982-1983, 1984-1990)
- Chevrolet Citation II (1985)
- Chevrolet Corvette (1984-1989, 1997-2004)
- Chevrolet El Camino (1986-1987)/Monte Carlo (1986-1988)
- Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana (1996-2000)
- Chevrolet Lumina (1990-1994, 1995-2001)/Monte Carlo (1995-1999)
- Chevrolet Lumina APV/Oldsmobile Silhouette/Pontiac TransSport (1990-1995, 1996)
- Chevrolet Malibu (1997-2000)
- Chevrolet Nova (1985-1988)
- Chevrolet S-10 Pickup/S-10 Blazer (1982-1985), GMC S-15 Pickup/S-15 Jimmy (1982-1985)
- Chevrolet S-10 Pickup (1986-1993)/S-10 Blazer (1986-1994), GMC S-15 Pickup (1986-1990)/S-15 Jimmy (1986-1994)/Sonoma (1991-1993), Oldsmobile Bravada (1991-1994)
- Chevrolet/GMC G-Series Van (1988-1996)
- Chevrolet Venture/Oldsmobile Silhouette (1997-1999), Pontiac Montana (1999)/Transport (1997-1998)
- Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (1984-1990)/Delta 88 (1986-1988)
- Oldsmobile Achieva (1992-1995)
- Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais (1984-1991)
- Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera (1982-1996)
- Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme (1984-1988)
- Oldsmobile Omega (1983-1984)
- Oldsmobile Toronado (1982-1985)
- Pontiac 6000 (1982-1991)
- Pontiac Bonneville (1987-1993, 1994-1999)
- Pontiac Fiero (1984-1988)
- Pontiac Firebird (1993-2002)
- Pontiac Grand Am (1985-1991, 1992-1995, 1996-1998, 1999-2000)
- Pontiac Grand Prix (1990-1993, 1994-1996, 1997-2003, 1985-1987/Bonneville 1982-1986)
- Pontiac Sunfire (1995-1999)
- Saturn (all models) (1991-1994)
Kit Assembly
DIN radio provision
- Choose a faceplate (according to the desired installation depth) and snap it onto the front of the radio housing and secure with (4) hex-head screws.
- Secure mounting brackets to the radio housing with the supplied carriage bolts and nuts.
- Snap the rear support tray onto the back of the radio housing.
- Slide the DIN cage into the kit and secure by bending the metal locking tabs.
- Locate the factory wiring harness and antenna plug in the dash. Metra recommends using the proper mating adapter from Metra or AXXESS. Reconnect the negative battery terminal and test the radio for proper operation.
- Reassemble dash in reverse order of disassembly using screws previously removed.
ISO radio provision
- Choose a faceplate (according to the desired installation depth) and snap it onto the front of the radio housing and secure with (4) hex-head screws.
- Snap the ISO trimring into the back of the faceplate.
- Secure mounting brackets to the radio housing with the supplied carriage bolts and nuts.
- Slide the ISO brackets onto the rear support tray and snap the tray onto the back of the radio housing.
- Slide the radio into the radio opening, aligning the holes in the radio to the holes in the ISO brackets. Then secure the radio to the brackets with the supplied screws.
- Locate the factory wiring harness and antenna plug in the dash. Metra recommends using the proper mating adapter from Metra or AXXESS. Reconnect the negative battery terminal and test the radio for proper operation.
- Reassemble dash in reverse order of disassembly using screws previously removed.
