HELP!
RADIO
HEX NUT
SCREW STUD
PERFORATED STRAP
EXISTING DASH TRIMPANEL
SHAFT NUTS
MOUNTING PLATE FROM KIT
(NOT INCLUDED WITH RADIO)
SCREW
HEX NUT
Monday - Friday
Saturday
8:30am - 7:00pm Eastern
9:00am - 5:00pm Eastern
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IMPORTANT
A MOUNTING KIT IS
REQUIRED
FOR THIS INSTALLATION
FORD-LINCOLN-MERCUR
FORD-LINCOLN-MERCUR
FORD-LINCOLN-MERCUR
FORD-LINCOLN-MERCUR
FORD-LINCOLN-MERCURY INST
Y INST
Y INST
Y INST
Y INSTALL
ALL
ALL
ALL
ALL A
A
A
A
AT
TT
TT ION - 1985 A
ION - 1985 A
ION - 1985 A
ION - 1985 A
ION - 1985 AND NEWER
ND NEWER
ND NEWER
ND NEWER
ND NEWER
Important-This installation is designed for most 1985 through 1990 U.S. made Ford cars, and vans and an
installation kit is required for these vehicles. See Kit Listing on Page 1 of this manual or refer to the in-store
application chart. For 1991 and newer vehicles, the radio can be installed as shown on Page 2 of this manual
or you can use the AX-88-SNP kit. Instructions for use of the AS-88-SNP kit are included with the kit and are not
shown in this manual.
1. Remove the Existing Radio:
1. Remove the Existing Radio:
1. Remove the Existing Radio:
1. Remove the Existing Radio:
1. Remove the Existing Radio:
A. Remove existing dashboard trimpanel surrounding the radio opening. This panel is usually secured by
screws and/or snap-in clips.
B. Remove the screws used to secure radio to the sub-dashboard.
C. Pull the radio forward to access the wiring and antenna cables plugged into the rear of the chassis.
D. Un-plug the wiring harness(es) and antenna cable and remove the radio.
2. Install the New Radio:
2. Install the New Radio:
2. Install the New Radio:
2. Install the New Radio:
2. Install the New Radio:
A. Follow the instructions included with the installation kit to attach the radio to the mounting plate supplied
with the kit.
B. Place the radio near the dashboard so the wires can be led through the opening and following the
instructions of Step 2 on Page 2 and diagram on Page 8, carefully wire the radio making certain all
connections are secure and insulated and confirm proper operation.
C. Install the radio/mounting plate assembly to the sub-dashboard according to instructions of installation kit.
D. Attach one end of the perforated support strap (supplied) to the screw stud on the radio using the hex nut
provided. Fasten the other end of the perforated strap to a secure part of the dashboard either above or
below the radio using the screw and nut provided. Bend the strap to position it as necessary.
CAUTION: The rear of the radio must be supported with the strap to prevent damage to the dashboard from
the weight of the radio or improper operation of the radio due to vibration.
E. Replace the dashboard trimpanel.
F. Install knobs on radio shafts.
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