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Metra Amplifier Integration Interface for Select 2006-2014 Ford Vehicles Installation Guide

Metra AXAMPFD1 AXAMP-FD1 086429440948


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INTERFACE COMPONENTS · AXAMP-FD1 Amplifier integration interface · AXAMP-FD1 vehicle T-harness · Bass knob
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AXAMP-FD1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Amplifier Integration Interface
Fits Ford Select Models 2006-2014
Visit AxxessInterfaces.com for more detailed information about the product and up-to-date
vehicle specific applications.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation Options & Installation........................2 Adding Amp/Amps to a Factory System Non-amplified...................................................... 3 Amplified ..............................................................4 Troubleshooting: LED Feedback ...........................6

INTERFACE FEATURES
· Designed for both amplified and non-amplified models · Provides 6 channels of 5-volt RMS audio · Channels 5 & 6 are non-fading full range output · Includes plug-n-play harnessing · Simple behind the radio installation · Dual colored LED feedback · Input power handling 50 Watts per channel · Amp on turn-on output is rated at 250mA · SPDIF out is 2 channel (Fronts)
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For Dash Disassembly Instructions, refer to metraonline.com. Enter the year, make, and model of the vehicle in the Vehicle Fit Guide for Radio Install kits.

TOOLS & INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REQUIRED · Crimping tool and connectors, or solder gun,
solder, and heat shrink · Tape · Wire cutter · Zip ties · Multimeter
ATTENTION: With the key out of the ignition, disconnect the negative battery terminal before installing this product. Ensure that all installation connections, especially the air bag indicator lights, are plugged in before reconnecting the battery or cycling the ignition to test this product. NOTE: Refer also to the instructions included with the aftermarket accessory before installing this device.

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INSTALLATION OPTIONS

INSTALLATION

Adding a full-range amp and subwoofer to a factory system:
This feature offers the ability to add a full-range amp and sub to a factory system, whether amplified* or non-amplified. (Refer to Page 3)
* For amplified models the amp must be bypassed/unplugged. Refer to MetraOnline.com for the vehicle specific amplifier bypass harness.
Note: The interface provides a 12-volt 1-amp output to turn on aftermarket amp(s). If installing multiple amps, an SPDT automotive relay will be required if the amp turn-on current of all amps combined exceeds 1-amp. Use Metra part number E-123 (sold separately) for best results.

1. Remove the factory radio*, then unplug all connectors.
2. Install the AXAMP-FD1 vehicle T-harness to the vehicle and make all necessary connections, but leave the amp turn-on wire disconnected.
3. Plug the AXAMP-FD1 vehicle T-harness to the AXAMP-FD1 interface.
4. Plug the AXAMP-FD1 interface harness to the AXAMP-FD1 interface.
5. Connect the amp turn-on wire.
6. Adjust your aftermarket amplifier to a desired listening level. 7. The Bassknob is used to adjust the output of channels 5 & 6 of the AXAMP.
Adjustment is as follows: Counterclockwise turn lowers the volume of channels 5 & 6. Clockwise turn raises the volume of channels 5 & 6. * For dash disassembly instructions, refer to MetraOnline.com. Enter the year, make, and model of the vehicle in the Vehicle Fit Guide and find instructions under Metra Radio Install kits.

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ADDING AN AMPLIFIER/AMPLIFIERS TO A FACTORY SYSTEM

Non-amplified

R LD-BASSKNOB

Factory Radio Harness 24-Pin

DO NOT connect 2 Pin
2-Pin

LD-BASSKNOB Factory Radio Harness 16-Pin

20-Pin

Chime volume LED
is not used in this application.
CHIME VOL
UPDATE PORT FRONT
* *A Toslink cable can
be used to provide 2 channel audio to an amplifier/processor

Interface

REAR

SUB

20 PIN
Aux Ground output for accessories
Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire
TOSLINK 2 PIN
** 2-Pin
LD-PAW-EXT
2 of 2
RCA Cables (sold separately)

LD-PAW-FD1
FL FR RR RL

Connect A to B. Disregard connecter C.

A

B

8-Pin
C

Factory Radio *BACK*

24-Pin

16-Pin

LD-PAW-EXT
1 of 2

If connecting multiple amps, Metra recommends incorporating an SPDT Relay (not included). Metra SPDT Relay part #: E-123

20 PIN
Interface
LED

CHIME VOL

UPDATE

PORT

TOSS

FRONT

REAR

SUB

LINK 2 PIN

To 12v Constant
87

86

85

2-Pin

30

SPDT Relay

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ADDING AN AMPLIFIER/AMPLIFIERS TO A FACTORY SYSTEM

R LD-BASSKNOB
Connect 2 Pin
2-Pin

LD-BASSKNOB

Amplified
Factory Radio Harness 24-Pin

Factory Radio Harness 16-Pin

A Disregard connecters A and C.
8-Pin
C

Factory Radio *BACK*

24-Pin

16-Pin

20-Pin

Chime volume LED
is not used in this application.
CHIME VOL
UPDATE PORT FRONT
* *A Toslink cable can
be used to provide 2 channel audio to an amplifier/processor

Interface

REAR

SUB

20 PIN

Aux Ground output for accessories
Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire

TOSLINK 2 PIN
** 2-Pin
LD-PAW-EXT
2 of 2
RCA Cables (sold separately)

To Amp bypass harness (not included)

4

LD-PAW-FD1

If connecting multiple amps, Metra recommends incorporating an SPDT Relay (not included). Metra SPDT Relay part #: E-123

20 PIN
Interface
LED

CHIME VOL

UPDATE

PORT

TOSS

FRONT

REAR

SUB

LINK 2 PIN

To 12v Constant
87

86

85

2-Pin

30

SPDT Relay

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Final LED Feedback
At the end of programming the LED will turn Solid Green which indicates programming was successful. If the LED didn't turn Solid Green, reference the list below to understand which programming section the problem may stem from.

Blink Rate
Solid Green Solid Red Blink Red Green/Red

Condition/Status
All Good Missing Can Frames Clipping Output Missing Adv. (Comm Frames)

AXAMP-FD1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Having difficulties? We're here to help. Contact our Tech Support line at:
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Or via email at: techsupport@metra-autosound.com
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Further troubleshooting steps and information can be located at:
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