1 Disconnect the negative battery terminal to prevent an accidental short circuit. 2 Unclip and remove the radio trim panel including the a/c vent. (Figure A) 3 Remove (4) 10 MM bolts securing the radio. Unplug and remove the radio.
DOUBLE DIN RADIO PROVISION STACKED ISO MOUNT UNITS
*Note: Refer also to the instructions included with the aftermarket radio.
1 Snap the Double DIN Trim plate into the rear of the factory radio trim panel. (Figure A)
DOUBLE DIN RADIO PROVISION STACKED ISO MOUNT UNITS PROVISION
*Note: Refer also to the instructions included with the aftermarket radio.
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Installation Procedure A. Check Kit Contents 1. Check kit for contents and damage.
B. Vehicle Preparation 1. Open vehicle hood. 2. Use blankets to protect the front grille area and the front seat area. 3. Set parking brake. 4. Put transmission in Neutral. 5. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery at the terminal.
C. Removal Procedure: OE Air Filter Enclosure 1. Remove air cleaner lid. i. Unfasten the 3 hook clamps. (Fig. C1) ii. Loosen the hose clamp that secures the intake hose to the air cleaner lid. (Fig. C1) 10 mm Socket iii. Unplug the Mass Air Flow Sensor connector. (Fig. C2) iv. Remove wire harness from the air cleaner lid. v. Remove OE air filter lid from engine bay. vi. Remove OE air filter.
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2003 – 2005 model year Matrix vehicles produced BEFORE or AFTER the VIN shown below. Part numbers vary based on Matrix vehicles produced before or after the VIN (refer to the Parts Information table in this TSB). Front Doors Repair Procedure Refer to steps 1 – 6 in the Technical Information System (TIS): 2003, 2004, or 2005 model year Matrix Repair Manual: Engine Hood/Door: Front Door: Overhaul.
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Care must be taken when installing this accessory to ensure damage does not occur to the vehicle. The installation of this accessory should follow approved guidelines to ensure a quality installation. These guidelines can be found in the “Accessory Installation Practices” document. This document covers such items as:- • Vehicle Protection (use of covers and blankets, cleaning chemicals, etc.). • Safety (eye protection, rechecking torque procedure, etc.). • Vehicle Disassembly/Reassembly (panel removal, part storage, etc.). • Electrical Component Disassembly/Reassembly (battery disconnection, connector removal, etc.).
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Removing the stock air inlet system a) Before removing any of the O.E. components, label each individual part so that no components become mixed up during the installation process. There are three Vacuum Switching Valves (VSV), and one air flow meter that have electrical and/or vacuum connections going to them. Be sure to label these connections before disconnecting them. b) Remove the three bolts and one nut that c) Remove the bolt in the radiator support that hold the plastic engine cover on. Remove the holds the battery bracket. Unhook the rod at cover. the rear of the battery bracket. Remove the battery from the vehicle. d) Unplug the brown connector from the VSV e) Loosen the two (more…)

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