The information below documents the procedure I used to install the Hella Micro DE fog lamps on Saab 92-X.
Disclaimer: This information is provided as a reference and the author assumes no responsibility for any damage that may result from this modification to your car.
1. Prep: I started by purchasing the stock Subaru Fog Lamp Relay and Fog Lamp Switch. Since the car is pre-wired for the factory fog lamps, this allows you to use the existing wiring for the installation of the Hella fog lamps.
The part numbers for the parts are: The Fog Lamp Relay is B48 in the diagram below and is the 3rd relay from the bottom. The location will be the only one empty. The Fog Lamp switch is connected to B160, which will be right behind the switch location. By removing the change holder, I was able to install the relay and switch, and plug the connector into the back of the switch without removing the lower dash panel, but it requires some patience.
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Installation Note: This vehicle is designed with 2 different radio styles. Each radio design requires a completely different method of installation for a new replacement radio. The most important thing to understand is the difference between the plastic dash panel that surrounds the 2 different radio styles. This plastic dash panel actually dictates how you install your new replacement radio. Read below to find out why.
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It’s ten years since the first RAV4 appeared on the scene. Combining car like performance and dynamics with off road capability t e cheeky looking Toyota became an instant hit. A new market emerged and compact SUV’s were here to stay. In 2000 an all new RAV4 arrived to carry on the original’s success. Since its launch in 1994 more than 1.6 million have been sold and today against increased competition it is still one of the best sellers in its category.
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MAIN PANEL MOUNTING
Remove the OEM bezel and gauge cluster from the dash. Remove the entire factory gauge cluster from the bezel. From the back of the bezel, first insert the 5” round spacer so it sits flush against the inside of the bezel. Next, insert the smoked acrylic lens and secure with a small amount of glue, RTV or similar. Insert the speedometer pushbutton into the lens from the rear (the kit includes 2 different size buttons, select the one that fits such that the panel lays flat and the pushbutton has room to move), then install the panel so its sits against the four original retaining screw locations (at the 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock positions). The pushbutton will rest against a switch on the panel when properly installed and the LEDs will rest against the lens. Insert the 3 6/32 x ˝” screws through the panel and into the bezel at the original locations (using the approx. 3, 9 and 12 o’clock locations).
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Remove Factory Radio
STEP 1: Locate and remove two (2) phillips screws that secure the top of the plastic panel that covers the radio and air conditioner controls. They should be located next to the air conditioner vent levers directly above the (2) air conditioner vents. Pull the plastic panel gently from the top to remove it from the dash.
STEP 2: The radio will be held in with two (2) 7mm bolt screws; one on each side of the radio. Remove both.
STEP 3: To remove the radio, pull firmly. Unplug all connectors (1 blue, 1 white, 1 black) from the rear of the radio. Unplug the antenna cable from the rear of the radio. The radio is now free to be removed from the dash panel.
STEP 4: Since the opening is so big in the dash, The Install Doctor recommends using the plastic mounting bracket attached to the bottom of the radio just removed.
This bracket can then be attached to the bottom of the plastic radio installation kit and assure that this kit is properly aligned and secured to the dash.
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