Metra 95-5701 Installation Instructions

Overview

This kit is designed to facilitate the installation of an ISO DDIN radio into the specified Ford vehicles.

Kit Features

• ISO DDIN radio provision

Kit Components

Visual representation of the kit components: A) A plastic trim panel designed to fit around a new radio. B) Metal brackets for securing the radio. C) Two plastic clips for attaching the trim panel.

• A) Radio trim panel
• B) Radio brackets
• C) (2) Panel clips

Image showing the interior dashboard of a Ford F-Series truck or Bronco from the early to mid-1990s, with a factory radio installed. The image highlights the area where the new radio will be installed.

Wiring & Antenna Connections

Wiring Harness: Visit metraonline.com for audio/ video and steering wheel control interface options (sold separately).

Antenna Adapter: Not required

Tools Required

• Ford radio removal tools*
• Phillips screwdriver
• Cutting tool

* Metra part number 86-5618

Important Safety Information

Attention! With the key out of the ignition, disconnect the negative battery terminal before installing this product. Ensure that all installation connections are secure before cycling the ignition to test this product.

Dash Disassembly

1. Using Metra's 86-5618 radio removal tools (sold separately), release the radio from the dash. Slide the radio out, then unplug and remove the radio.

   Figure A: Illustration showing the factory radio being pulled out of the dashboard opening.

2. Unclip and remove the trim panel between the radio and climate controls.

   Figure B: Illustration showing the removal of the dashboard trim panel located between the radio and the climate control knobs/buttons.

3. Unclip and remove the climate control trim panel.

   Figure C: Illustration showing the removal of the climate control trim panel.

Kit Preparation

1. Cut the sub-dash and factory trim panel to allow room for the radio assembly. Note: See detail for proper cut in area indicated.

   Figure A (Detail): Close-up illustration showing the specific area on the sub-dash that needs to be cut, with shaded areas indicating the material to be removed.

   Figure A (Sub-dash): Illustration of the vehicle's sub-dash area, with shaded regions indicating where cuts are necessary to accommodate the new radio.

2. Cut and remove the radio support brace in the top of the sub-dash.

   Figure B (Dash Area): Illustration of the vehicle's dashboard interior, highlighting shaded areas on the factory trim panel that need to be cut or removed to fit the new radio assembly.

Kit Assembly

1. Secure the radio brackets to the radio using the screws supplied with the radio.

   Figure A: Illustration showing the radio brackets being attached to the sides of a new car radio using small screws.

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. Test the radio for proper operation.
3. Remove the upper (2) 9/32” screws securing the climate controls. Secure the radio assembly to the dash using the climate control screws.
4. Attach the (2) clips provided onto the 95-5701 radio trim panel. Clip the panel onto the dash and radio brackets to complete the installation.

   Figure B: Illustration showing the final step where the radio trim panel is attached to the dashboard and radio brackets using the provided clips.

Support & Contact Information

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