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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

108-FD1CH

Attention! Let the vehicle sit with the key

out of the ignition for a few minutes before

removing the factory radio. When testing the

aftermarket equipment, ensure that all factory

equipment is connected before cycling the

key to ignition.

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KIT FEATURES

• Designed speciﬁcally for the Pioneer DMH-C5500NEX 8-inch radio

•

Touchscreen display for climate, audio interfacing, and personalization features

• Included interface for climate and steering wheel functions

• Integrated passenger airbag indicator

• Painted charcoal

Note: This kit will not support the Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ feature,

nor the massaging seats.

KIT COMPONENTS

• A) Radio trim panel with touchscreen display • B) Lower radio brackets • C) Upper radio brackets

• D) Phillips screws (4) • E) Panel clips (7)

• H) HVAC interface and wiring harness (not shown) • I) Antenna adapter (not shown)

TOOLS REQUIRED

• Panel removal tool • Phillips screwdriver

• 9/32” socket wrench • Cutting tool

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Dash Disassembly ...............................................2-3

Kit Preparation .......................................................4

Kit Assembly ..........................................................5

Axxess Interface Installation ............................6-15

Final Assembly ...................................................... 11

WIRING & ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

Wiring Harness: Axxess interface built into

touchscreen

Antenna Adapter: Included with kit

Steering wheel control interface: Included with kit

Ford F-150 2015-2017/

Ford F-250/350/450 XL

(w/ CD), XLT 2017

B C D

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Summary of content (16 pages)

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DASH DISASSEMBLY 1. For vehicles with a center channel speaker: Unclip and remove the speaker grille in the center of the dash above the radio/climate control panel, and then remove the (2) 9/32” screws exposed. (Figure A) 2. For vehicles without a center channel speaker: Remove the rubber pad in the shallow pocket above the radio/climate control panel, and then remove the (2) 9/32” screws exposed. (Figure B) 3.
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DASH DISASSEMBLY 6. For models with a 4.2-inch display screen and SYNC®: Remove the (2) 9/32” screws securing the SYNC® module, then unplug and remove. (Figure F) 8. For models equipped with a factory backup camera: Remove the (3) 10mm nuts securing the camera module, move the module down onto the lower stud, and then re-secure using just (1) 10mm nut. (Figure H) 7. Remove the (4) 9/32” screws securing the radio chassis, then unplug and remove.
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KIT PREPARATION For 4.2-inch display screen models only, and if SYNC® is desired to be retained: From the factory radio/climate control panel: 1. Unclip and remove the hazard switch and traction control buttons. 1. Remove the (4) 9/32’ screws securing the brackets from SYNC® module. 2. Attach the SYNC® module brackets to the SYNC® module using the (4) Phillips screws provided. (Figure A) 3. Secure the module into the lower sub-dash using the factory hardware removed in step 7 of dash disassembly.
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KIT ASSEMBLY For models with either an 8-inch display screen, or 4.2-inch display screen and no SYNC: For models with a 4.2-inch display screen and SYNC: Note: For the following steps, reference the installation manual provided with the radio for which hardware to use. The display screen and radio chassis use two different types of screws. Note: For the following steps, reference the installation manual provided with the radio for which hardware to use.
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AXXESS INTERFACE INSTALLATION 6 INTERFACE FEATURES • Provides accessory power (12-volt 10-amp) • Retains R.A.P. (retained accessory power) • Provides NAV outputs (parking brake, reverse, speed sense) • Retains audio controls on the steering wheel • Retains SYNC® (4.
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CONNECTIONS For models without a Sony amplifier: From the 16-pin harness with stripped leads to the aftermarket radio: From the main harness to the aftermarket radio: • Connect the Black wire to the ground wire. • Connect the Red wire to the accessory wire. • Connect the Yellow wire to the battery wire. • If equipped with a factory subwoofer, connect the Blue/White wire to the amp turn on wire. • Connect the Green wire to the left rear positive speaker output.
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CONNECTIONS For models with a Sony amplifier: From the 16-pin harness with stripped leads to the aftermarket radio: From the main harness to the aftermarket radio: • Connect the Black wire to the ground wire. • Connect the Red wire to the accessory wire. • Connect the Yellow wire to the battery wire. • Connect the Blue/White wire to the amp turn on wire. This wire must be connected to hear sound from the factory amplifier.
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CONNECTIONS (CONT.) 3.5mm jack - steering wheel control retention: The 3.5mm jack is to be used to retain audio controls on the steering wheel control. • Connect the 3.5mm jack into the wired remote input from the aftermarket radio. Refer to the manual provided with the radio if in doubt as to where the 3.5mm jack goes to. From the backup camera harness to the aftermarket radio: There are two different methods for connecting the factory backup camera.
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INSTALLATION It is highly advisable to read the following steps beforehand, to ensure a clear understanding of what is to be expected. The following steps must be done in the order that they are numbered. With the vehicle completely off: Touchscreen display 1. Connect the 16-pin harness with stripped leads into port “B” in the touchscreen display. 2. Connect the main harness to the wiring harnesses in the vehicle. These harnesses are the ones removed in step 7 of dash disassembly.
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PROGRAMMING 1. Refer to step 2 from the Installation section. 2. Press the push-to-start button to start the vehicle. 3. Program the kit: FINAL ASSEMBLY 1. Secure the completed radio assembly to the dash: a) For models with either an 8-inch display screen, or 4.2-inch display screen and no SYNC: a. Once the touchscreen display loads up, select the vehicle type. 1. Secure the radio display screen assembly into the upper dash using the factory hardware removed in step 5 of Dash Disassembly. b.
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TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY OPERATION Climate Control screen • This is the climate control screen which will be displayed on the touchscreen display. This is considered the Main Menu. • The upper left tab with (3) arrows will take you to the screen where the Heated/Cooled Seats and Heated Steering are now placed, if applicable. • The upper right tab with the gear icon will take you to the Configuration Settings screen.
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TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY OPERATION (CONT.) Configuration Settings • Backlight • For controlling the color of the buttons and back-light intensity. • Backup Camera • Enable/disables the backup camera image to the touchscreen display. Disabled by default.
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROL SETTINGS Remap Buttons Dual Assign • The interface has the ability to change the button assignment for the steering wheel control audio buttons, except Volume-Up and Volume-Down. Follow the prompts on the touchscreen display to remap the steering wheel control audio button(s) to your liking. • The interface has the capability to assign two functions to a single button, except VolumeUp and Volume-Down.
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROL SETTINGS (CONT.) Select Radio TROUBLESHOOTING Resetting the interface 1. With the vehicle running, press the Reset Vehicle Type button mentioned in System Configuration. 2. Refer to Programming, step 3, from this point. • To show which brand radio is “auto detected” to the interface, press the “Autodetect” button. The radio detected will have a filled in circle. If the incorrect radio is shown, select Pioneer.
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108-FD1CH I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S If you are having difficulties with the installation of this product, contact our Tech Support line either by phone at 1-800-253-TECH, or email at techsupport@metra-autosound.com. Before doing so, look over the instruction booklet a second time and ensure that the installation was performed exactly as the instruction booklet is stated. Have the vehicle apart and ready to perform troubleshooting steps before contacting Metra/Axxess Tech Support.