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PLANNING THE INSTALLATION
5.1 GENERAL
INFORMATION
Before starting, plan the installation carefully so it will meet the following requirements:
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The installation is safe for the operator and passengers within the vehicle.
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The equipment is installed away from the airbag deployment areas.
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The installation allows for convenient access by the operator.
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The equipment is protected from water damage.
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The installation is neat and allows easy service access.
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The equipment is mounted in a location assuring the vehicle occupant’s safety and out of the way of
passengers and auto mechanics.
CAUTION
A professional radio installer should perform the installation!
5.2 TOOLS
REQUIRED
The following list of equipment is recommended for the installation. Equivalents may be used unless
otherwise specified.
NOTE
A separate list of test equipment is included in section 16.2.
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Non-Insulated Crimp Tool:
Thomas & Betts WT-111-M
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Phillips-Head Screwdrivers, #1 and #2
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Insulated Terminal Crimp Tool:
Klein 1005
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Flat-Head Screwdrivers, #1 and #2
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Ratcheting Coaxial Crimp Tool:
Cambridge 24-9960P
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¾-Inch Hole Saw with Depth Protection: Ripley
HSK 19 or Antenex HS34, No substitutes
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Non-Metallic Fish Tape,
25-Foot: Klein-Lite 50156
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Clutch-Type Screw Cordless Gun/Drill with Driver
Bits: Makita #6096DWE
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Two Pairs of Slip-Jaw Pliers
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Cordless Electric Drill with Bits
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Various Socket and Driver Sets
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Deburring Tool (for ¼-inch and smaller holes)
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Various Fasteners
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Flush-Cut and Large Wire Cutters