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1997 Nissan Sentra

1997 NISSAN SENTRA OFFERS MID-SIZE QUALITIES WHILE MAINTAINING COMPACT CAR ECONOMIES The 1997 Nissan Sentra offers consumers an affordable, fuel efficient compact vehicle, without sacrificing style, quality or comfort. Built as a compact car by class, the unique qualities of Sentra -- roomy interior, smooth ride and responsive handling -- make it operate and feel more like a mid-size sedan. Sentra maintains its strong appeal to small car buyers by offering many unique features not typically found in a compact car. Jointly developed by designers and engineers in the U.S. and Japan, Sentra offers an expansive 97.9 cu. ft. of interior space, providing a comfortable space for both driver and passengers. Engine/Suspension/Body Structure In an effort to offer more usable interior volume, Nissan utilizes their innovative rear Multi-Link Beam suspension which allows for compact suspension packaging, leaving more room for rear seat passengers and a larger trunk. Additionally, this advanced suspension provides better handling and reduced road noise, ultimately improving the driving experience. By eBy employing a stiffer body, reducing the number of rear suspension mounting points and using a larger muffler, Nissan has resourcefully minimized interior noise and vibration. Sentra's powerplant is equally impressive with a 1.6-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine, delivering 115 horsepower and excellent low-end torque. This responsive engine, coupled with Sentra's independent strut front suspension system with stabilizer bar, allows for precise and controlled handling in a variety of driving situations. This powerplant enables Sentra to achieve outstanding fuel economy while meeting California's stringent Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) standard. Sentra's efficient engine delivers an EPA estimate of 30/40 mpg Highway/City with the standard 5-speed manual transmission and 28/37 mpg Highway/City with the optional 4-speed automatic transmission. The Sentra's 1.6-liter engine utilizes the Nissan Variable Valve Timing Control System (NVTCS) to ensure optimum performance and fuel economy.
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Electronically controlled sensors measure throttle position and engine speed to activate the variable intake valve timing mechanism to meet demands on the engine. The NVTCS system helps Sentra's 1.6-liter engine provide better performance at lower engine speeds, without sacrificing high speed power output or fuel economy. This combination of power and stability makes Sentra a pleasure to drive, while the spacious interior provides an inviting atmosphere for passengers. SafeSafety Features The 1997 Sentra also features an extensive list of standard safety features including: dual air bags; energy-absorbing steering column; manual 3-point front seat belts with height-adjustable anchors; and steel side-door guard beams that help the Sentra meet 1997 Federal Side-Impact Safety Standards. Standard Equipment/Optional Features and Packages The 1997 Sentra is offered in four trim levels -- Base, XE, GXE and top-of-theline GLE. Nissan Sentra comes equipped with a number of thoughtful and functional features, all of which add to the excellent value of the vehicle. Adjustable front head restraints, a tilt steering column, low-fatigue reclining front seats, easy access pull-out cup holders and an easy-to-reach center console add comfort for the driver and passengers on a short local trips or longer highway travels. Distinguishing the various Sentra models are several available comfort and convenience features, including: power windows and door locks; power sliding glass sunroof with sun shade; an advanced audio system; remote keyless entry system and vehicle security system; automatic transmission; and 4-channel/4sensor anti-lock braking system (ABS). The value-oriented XE model offers standard power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, rear stabilizer bar, AM/FM/cassette with digital clock and four speakers and CFC-free air conditioning. The XE model, along with GXE and GLE models, are offered with an electronically controlled 4 -speed automatic overdrive transmission. The popular GXE model extends the list of standard features by adding lower body side sill extensions, dual power remote outside mirrors, 60/40 split folddown rear seatback, deluxe door trim with cloth insert, cruise control and power windows and door locks. The deluxe GLE model is equipped with 14-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, velour seat cloth, lower body side sill extensions, tachometer, remote keyless entry and vehicle security system. Design/Exterior Styling

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With a sleek and aerodynamic exterior design, Sentra's styling is eye-catching and unexpectedly elegant for a sub-compact car. The high rear decklid, low hood line and steeply raked windshield not only complement each other aesthetically, but also provide for a low 0.33 coefficient of drag (Cd). The 1997 Sentra is available in eight exterior colors, Ruby Pearl, Silver Mint, Starfire Blue Pearl, Vivid Teal, Super Black, Platinum Gold, Cloud White and the new Anthracite Gray. Coordinating interior colors include Gray and Brown. Warranty All 1997 Nissan models are covered by a comprehensive 3-year/36,000-mile "bumper-to-bumper" Limited Warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile Limited Powertrain Warranty, a 5-year/60-000-mile Corrosion Coverage and a Lifetime Seat Belt Warranty
Nissan 1997 Sentra Specifications & Features ENGINE KA24DE DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine, cast iron block, aluminum head 1.6 liter/1,597 cc Displacement Horsepower (SAE net) 115 hp @ 6,000 rpm 108 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm Torque (SAE net) 2.992 x 3.465 Bore & Stroke (in.) 9.9:1 Compression Ratio Electronic equential multi-point fuel Induction System injection system DOHC, 4-valves-per-cylinder, Valvetrain mechanical lifters Regular unleaded Recommended Fuel Feedback fuel system, catalytic Emissions System converter update Type Maximum Engine Speed DRIVETRAIN Drive Configuration Transmission Type (overdrive) Gear Ratios (:1) 1st 2nd 3rd 6,900 rpm Front engine/front-wheel drive Electronically controlled 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic 2.861 1.562 1.000 5-speed manual 3.333 1.955 1.286

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4th 5th reverse Final Drive Ratio (:1) Differential BODY/ Body Type CHASSIS/ SUSPENSION Front Suspension Rear Suspension STEERING & BRAKING Steering Type Steering Ratio Turning Circle (curbto-curb) Turns (lock-to-lock) Braking Type Front: Rear:
0.697 -2.310 3.827 Conventional

0.926 0.733 3.417 3.789

All-steel unibody with DURASTEEL Independent MacPherson struts with shock absorbers Rear Multi-Link Beam suspension with 28.6 mm rear stabilizer bars (XE, GXE, and GLE only) Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering (Manual rack-and-pinion only on Base) 17.49:1 34.1 ft 3.01 Power-assisted 9.055 inch vented disc Power-assisted 7.09 inch drums (standard), power-assisted 9.13 inch discs (w/ ABS option) Optional 4-channel/4-sensor anti-lock braking system (ABS) available on GXE and GLE Electronic 70 amp Low-maintenance 12-volt, 49 Ah

ELECTRICAL Ignition System Alternator Battery WHEELS & TIRES Wheel Type
Base Styled steel w/ center cap XE/GXE Styled steel w/ full wheel cover GLE Aluminum-alloy wheels 5.0J x 13 (Steel)/40 mm; 5.5JJ x 14 Wheel Size/Offset (Aluminum)/40mm All-season steel-belted radial Tire Type Tire Size Base P155/80R13 XE/GXE P175/70R13

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GLE P175/65R14 EXTERIOR Wheelbase (in.) DIMENSIONS Overall Length (in.) Overall Width (in.) Overall Height (in.) Tread Width (front/rear) (in.) Trunk Liftover Height (in.) Min. Ground Clearance (in.) Coefficient of Drag (Cd) INTERIOR DIMENSIONS Head Room (in.) Shoulder Room (in.) Hip Room (in.) Leg Room (in.) 99.8 170.1 66.6 54.5 58.3/56.9 (13" tire) 57.9/56.5 (14" tire) 22.3 5.8 (13" tire) 6.1 (14" tire) 0.33 Front Seat 39.1 53.2 50.1 42.3 Rear Seat 36.5 53.1 52.8 32.4
5 WEIGHTS & Seating CAPACITIES Passenger Comp. Vol. 87.2 (cu. ft.) Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 10.7 13.2 Fuel Tank (gals.) Engine Coolant (qts.) 5.5 (M/T); 6 (A/T) 3.375 w/ filter Oil (qts.) Maximum Towing 1,000 (lbs.) Curb Weight (lbs.) Base XE 2,360 5-speed manual 2,315 2,412 4-speed automatic N/A Weight Distribution (F/R%) 62/38 M/T 62/38 63/37 A/T N/A FUEL Highway/City - 5 spd. 40/30 ECONOMY* man. (mpg) Highway/City - 4 spd. 37/28 auto. (mpg) Sub-compact EPA Classification PERFORMANCE Acceleration 0-60 8.5 seconds
GXE 2,379 2,432 62/38 63/37
GLE 2,398 2,451 62/38 63/37

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mph** Maximum Speed M/T 112 mph A/T 109 mph * EPA estimate for comparison only; actual mileage may vary ** On 1995 GXE M/T: Car and Driver6/95
Features and Options Base XE GXE GLE MECHANICAL 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine 5-speed manual overdrive transmission Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering Power-assisted vented front disc / rear drum brakes Independent strut front suspension Rear Multi-Link Beam suspension Rear stabilizer bar EXTERIOR Styled steel wheels with center cap Styled steel wheels with full covers Aluminum-alloy wheels Flush-mounted halogen headlights Tinted glass Body-color front grille Driver-side outside mirror Dual outside mirrors Dual power remote-controlled outside mirrors with passenger-side convex mirror Black body side moldings Body-color body side moldings Black bumpers Body-color bumpers 5-mph certified energy absorbing bumpers INTERIOR/SEATING AND TRIM Reclining front bucket seats 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with high seat backs Woven seat trim Knit seat trim S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S
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Luxury velour cloth seat trim Full molded door trim Deluxe door trim with cloth insert Front door map pockets Full carpeting COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE CFC-free air conditioning Power windows and door locks Dual cup holders Passenger vanity mirror Tilt steering column Trunk lamp 2-speed windshield wipers / washers 2-speed with fixed intermittent windshield wipers / washers Rear window defroster / side window defoggers Remote keyless vehicle entry and security system Remote trunk, fuel-filler door releases 12-volt DC in-dash power source Foot rest Fold-down center armrest (with automatic transmission) Center console Front assist grip Rear coat hooks Rear assist grips INSTRUMENTATION Speedometer, coolant temperature gauge Trip odometer Tachometer Digital quartz clock (in radio display) AUDIO SYSTEM Electronically tuned AM/FM/cassette audio system with Dolby noise reduction, Electronically tuned AM/FM/cassette audio system with Dolby noise reduction,auto-reverse and 4 speakers SAFETY AND SECURITY Dual air bags (SRS) 3-point manual front shoulder belts (passenger side

S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S

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ALR/ELR) with height-adjustable front shoulder belts 3-point manual seat belts in rear outboard positions (ALR/ELR) Front- and rear crumple zones Child-safety rear door locks Steel side-door guard beams (meets 1997 Federal SideImpact Standards) Energy-absorbing steering column FACTORY OPTIONS AND PACKAGES 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission Anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/ rear disc brakes Power sliding glass sunroof DEALER-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES

S S S S S S

S S S S S S O O O
CD player, CD autochangers (6-disc cargo area-mounted; 3-disc in-dash), cassette deck cleaner, rear spoiler, carpeted floor mats, sunroof wind deflector, 13 allo alloy wheels, wheel locks, cigarette lighter, car cover/cable lock, battery warmer, center console armrest, passenger-side mirror, splash guards, nose mask, engine block heater, convenience net, leather steering wheel/shift knob, AM/FM/cassette audio systems, in-dash cellular phone, vehicle security system, air conditioner S Standard Equipment O Optional Equipment A Accessory
1997 Nissan Sentra Pricing
CODE MODEL SEDAN 42057 BASE 42157 XE 42117 XE 42257 GXE 42217 GXE 1.6 LITER DOHC 4 CYL. 1.6 LITER DOHC 4 CYL. 1.6 LITER DOHC 4 CYL. 1.6 LITER DOHC 4 CYL. 1.6 LITER DOHC 4 CYL. MANUAL 5SPEED MANUAL 5SPEED AUTO. 4-SPEED MANUAL 5SPEED AUTO. 4-SPEED $11,499 $13,649 $14,449 $14,799 $15,599 ENGINE TRANSMISSION SUGGESTED LIST PRICE**

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42557 GLE 42517 GLE
1.6 LITER DOHC 4 CYL. 1.6 LITER DOHC 4 CYL.
MANUAL 5SPEED AUTO. 4-SPEED

$15,649 $16,199

* Includes dealer holdback allowance. ** Suggested List Price: Manufacturer's recommended pre-delivery service included. Above prices are F.O.B. any Port of Entry. Dealer is free to sell at whatever price, mark-up or margin of profit. Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. SUGG. Base XE GXE GLE LIST 42057 42117/42157 42217/42257 42517/42557 PRICE** $499 OPT OPT
CODE OPTION ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM POWER SUNROOF CD PLAYER SINGLE DISC CD PLAYER 3 DISC REAR SPOILER FLOOR MATS

H93 K92 L92

$669 $339 $79
AVAIL AVAIL AVAIL AVAIL AVAIL

AVAIL AVAIL AVAIL

KEY =Not Available AVAIL =Available OPT =Optional STD =Standard N/C =No Charge * Includes dealer holdback allowance. ** Suggested List Price: Manufacturer's recommended pre-delivery service included. Above prices are F.O.B. any Port of Entry. Dealer is free to sell at whatever price, mark-up or margin of profit.

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Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Sentra

Nissan
Radio Replacement Document #: 647001

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Before You Begin

Remove & Install

Wire New Radio

Mount New Radio

Publication, Duplication, or Retransmission Of This Document Not Expressly Authorized In Writing By The Install Doctor Is Prohibited. Protected By U.S. Copyright Laws. 1997,1998,1999,2000.
Factory Radio Other Documents Available For This Vehicle: No documents available at this time
Adobe Acrobat Reader Printing Tips: New Radio
1) Select FILE then PRINT and select your printer. 2) In the print options box do the following: A) Locate check box Shrink to Fit. Place check in box. B) Locate box Print Quality. Select highest print dpi allowed by printer. C) If print quality listed is not as high as that printers normal quality, press the SETUP. button. In the next screen, press the PROPERTIES button and set the printers print quality to the highest print dpi allowed.
Document Revision History 09/99 Document Creation
All Information, Including Photos And Illustrations, In These Pages Is Believed To Be Correct And Reliable. The Information Contained In These Pages Is Given As General Information For The Installation Of Audio, Video, Security, Communications, And Other Accessory Products Into Mobile And/Or Vehicle Applications. The Install Doctor, Any Subsidiaries Or Divisions Thereof, Or Any Member Of These Companies Shall Not Be Held Liable For Any Damages And/Or Injuries Resulting From The Use Of Information Contained In These Pages. All Information Contained In These Pages Should Be Checked And Verified With Appropriate Test Equipment To Assure The Safety And Proper Operation Of Equipment Installed And The Vehicle Itself. Careful Attention Should Be Given To All Electronic/Electric Circuits. High Voltages And Currents Can Cause Bodily Injury, Skin Damage, And Even Death. Installs Are Taken At The Risk Of Each Installer, And/Or Individual.
Overview Of This Radio Install
Step Remove old radio from dash Wire the new radio Mount the new radio Finishing the installation What Section To Go To Remove & Install Wire New Radio Mount New Radio Remove & Install
Parts Needed For This Radio Install
Parts REQUIRED for the install Snap on in dash wire harness Description Nissan 95 and newer harness
Optional parts for this install None
Tools Needed To Complete This Install TOOL TIPS:
#2 Phillips Flat Head Solder/ Crimper Voltage Meter Small Battery
Hand tools needed to remove radio
Accessory tools needed to test and wire the new radio
PLUS: Wire ties or electrical tape: to neatly bundle and organize your wires for a professional appearance.
Small Battery: use a battery to test speaker wires. Touching the (+) positive and (-) negative baterry leads to a pair of speaker will cause the speaker to make a Pop sound indicating that pair of wires goes to that speaker. Voltage Meter: Always check +12 Volt power wires for voltage before making wire connections. These wires will fluctuate between 10 and 14 Volts. Solder Iron or Crimp Tool: make wire to wire connections using either a solder iron and electrical tape, OR plastic crimp terminals found at most hardware or auto parts stores.
Installation Difficulty Ratings
Easy. No advanced skills or specialty tools needed. Basics. Simple tools required. Installs quickly. Intermediate. Requires knowledge of tools, or disassembly of panels. Advanced. Requires advanced tools, or extra time. Difficult. Involves modifying or cutting of the installation area. Advanced tools and/or skills required. Best if performed by experienced installers.
Do It Yourselfers Basics Professional Installer Basics
Support Information If You Need Help
Supplemental information if you need help Document Title Basic DC electronics for automotive applications Wire splicing: soldering vs. crimping Why use radio installation kits Mounting your radio to an installation kit Why use an optional snap on wire harness Wiring your new radio using a wire harness Testing wires when installing a new radio Document # 999013

Remove Factory Radio

STEP 1: With a small flat head screwdriver or a small sharp pointed tool unsnap the plastic cover located between the hazard switch and the defrost switch. Behind the cover will be one (1) phillips screw. Remove the screw.

STEP 2: With the same small flat head screwdriver or sharp pointed tool, insert the tip between on of the top corners of the plastic dash panel and the soft body of the main dash. Gently pry the plastic panel until you can reach your fingers behind the plastic dash panel. Pull the top of the plastic dash panel until it unsnaps from the body of the main dash.
STEP 3: Pull the bottom of the plastic dash panel until it unsnaps from the body of the main dash.
STEP 4: Once the plastic dash panel has been completely unsnapped from the dash, you will notice connectors attached to the rear of both the hazard switch and defrost switch. Unplug both connectors and the plastic dash panel can be completely removed from the body of the main dash.
STEP 5: Once the plastic dash panel has been pulled off, the screws securing each side of the radio should be visible. Locate and remove four (4) phillips screws, (2) screws on each side of the radio. The radio and pocket are attached on each side with metal brackets. When you remove the (4) screws, the radio will pull out with the pocket attached.
STEP 6: Unplug the antenna cable from the rear of the radio. Unplug 2 white connectors plugged into the rear of the radio. Pull the radio/ pocket assembly completely from the dash.

Wiring The New Radio

Move to: Wire New Radio Section

Mounting The Radio

Move to: Mounting New Radio Section The Install Doctor STRONGLY recommends purchasing a DIN radio for this vehicle. DIN radios are a direct replacement for the radio in this vehicle. More information is available in the Mounting New Radio section. This information is shown in more detail in the Mounting New Radio section
Completing The Radio Installation
STEP 1: Remove the auto makers factory radio from the radio/pocket assembly, leaving the pocket attached to the brackets.
STEP 2: Insert and attach the new radio into the brackets. The new radio should have screws packaged with the new radio to allow you to mount the radio to brackets.
STEP 3: Once the new radio has been attached to the brackets and pocket, you can insert the radio/ pocket assembly back into the dash. Plug in the antenna cable into the rear of the new radio. Make sure all wire connections for the new radio have been completed and plug in any of the new radios connectors into the rear of the radio. Insert the radio/pocket assembly back into the dash and secure the brackets with the same screws that had originally secured the auto makers factory radio.

Step By Step Wiring

Auto Makers Factory Radio

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New Radio Wire Harness Inside Vehicles Dash Which Plugs Into The Rear Of The Factory Radio (Note: the radio shown is for display purposes and may not be similar in size or dimensions than the auto makers factory radio in your vehicle) Optional (STRONGLY RECOMMENDED) Snap On Wire Harness That Splices Into The Wires Of The New Radio

Wiring Instructions:

The power and speaker wires needed to connect the new radio are attached to the connector of the wire harness located inside the vehicles dash. The Install Doctor STRONGLY recommends using an optional snap on wire harness that is specifically designed to snap into the vehicles dash wire harness connector. This will keep you from cutting the vehicles wires. This optional snap on wire harness will have wires on the opposite side of the connector that will allow you to splice these wires to the new radios wires. The only other option is to cut off the vehicles dash wire harness connector and splice the new radios wires directly to these wires. The optional snap on wire harness takes all the guess work out of trying to figure out what each wire is in the vehicles dash wire harness. The optional snap on wire harness shows you what each wire is. STEP 1
Supplemental information if you need help Document Title Testing wires when installing a new radio Why use an OEM snap on wire harness Wiring your new radio using a wire harness Wire splicing: soldering vs. crimping Document # 999009 999004

Ground Wire

If you mount the new radio to the metal brackets originally attached to the Nissan radio, the radio will automatically GROUND to the metal of the vehicles dash when you screw the brackets into the dash.
POWER AND SPEAKER WIRES FROM THE VEHICLES DASH WIRE HARNESS OR SNAP ON WIRE HARNESS
POWER AND SPEAKER WIRES FROM NEW RADIO

STEP 2

+12 Volt Battery Wire
Connect the +12 Volt Battery or Constant wire of the new radio to either the +12 Volt Battery wire of a snap on wire harness OR connect this wire to the +12 Volt Battery wire found in the wire chart above.

STEP 3

+12 Volt Ignition Wire
Connect the +12 Volt Ignition or Switch wire of the new radio to either the +12 Volt Ignition wire of a snap on wire harness OR connect this wire to the +12 Volt Ignition wire found in the wire chart above.

STEP 4

Power Antenna Wire (if available)
If your vehicle has a POWER ANTENNA connect the POWER ANTENNA wire of the new radio to either the POWER ANTENNA wire on a snap on wire harness OR wire in chart above.

STEP 5

Connect the LEFT FRONT speaker wires from the new radio to the LEFT FRONT speaker wires on a snap on wire harness OR the LEFT FRONT speaker wires found in the chart above.

Left Front Speaker Wires

STEP 6
Right Front Speaker Wires
Connect the RIGHT FRONT speaker wires from the new radio to the RIGHT FRONT speaker wires on a snap on wire harness OR the RIGHT FRONT speaker wires found in the chart above.

STEP 7

Left Rear Speaker Wires
Connect the LEFT REAR speaker wires from the new radio to the LEFT REAR speaker wires on a snap on wire harness OR the LEFT REAR speaker wires found in the chart above.

STEP 8

Right Rear Speaker Wires
Connect the RIGHT REAR speaker wires from the new radio to the RIGHT REAR speaker wires on a snap on wire harness OR the RIGHT REAR speaker wires found in the chart above.
Radio Wire & Color Code Information
Factory in-dash wire harness (this vehicle has a 2 pc harness) that snaps into the factory radio

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A C D E

H L M N

AS VIEWED FROM MATING END OF CONNECTOR
Pin A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P
What It Is Right Rear Speaker (+) Amplifier Turn On Wire Right Rear Speaker (-) Left Rear Speaker (+) Left Rear Speaker (-) Amp Ground Wire +12 Volt Ignition Wire Right Front Speaker (+) Left Front Speaker (+) Ground Wire (if available) +12 Volt Battery Wire Power Antenna Wire Right Front Speaker (-) Left Front Speaker (-)
Typical Nissan In Dash Wire Color Gray
Typical New Radio Equivalent Wire Color
Purple Blue or Blue w/ White Gray w/ Red Stripe Purple w/ Black Stripe Orange Green Black w/ Pink Stripe Green w/ Black Stripe connect this wire to the radios ground wire Blue Red Do Not Use Brown Gray Purple White metal brackets on radio Black Do Not Use Pink Yellow Blue Brown w/ White Stripe Gray w/ Black Stripe Green w/ Yellow Stripe White w/ Black Stripe
Note: using an optional snap on wire harness adapter will simplify the wiring. Most snap on wire harness adapters have already converted and color coded the wires from the auto makers in dash wire harness to match typical aftermarket radio wire colors. ** The wire colors listed in the chart above are typical for this vehicle manufacturer during these years but may not be the exact colors for this vehicle. This is another reason to use a snap on wire harness adapter. **

Mounting A Radio NOTE:

Before you begin: The best method to mount a new radio in this vehicle is to unscrew the auto makers factory radio from the brackets attached to the radio and screw the new radio into these brackets just as the factory radio was. This keeps the vehicle looking as stock from the factory as possible and means that you do not have to purchase an installation kit to mount the radio. This method is called ISO mounting a radio. ISO mounting a radio has become a very common installation method for mounting new replacement radios. In order to ISO mount your radio, three things must exist: 1) 2) The radio must be a DIN style rectangular radio The DIN radio must have mounting holes predrilled into both sides of the radio to allow the radio to be secured with screws to the brackets originally attached to the factory radio. The radio must have a removable trim ring surrounding the face of the radio
All information needed to complete an ISO mounting of the new radio to the brackets originally attached to the factory radio is included on this page. If you are installing a shafted style radio or you will be using an installation kit to mount your new radio instead of the ISO mounting method, you can find additional help in the following tech documents:
Document Title Why use radio installation kits Mounting your radio to an installation kit Radio security

Document # 999010

Remove the auto makers factory radio/pocket assembly from the vehicle. Remove the screws/bolts securing the radio to the brackets which are also attached to the sides of the pocket below the radio. Removal Tip: some auto makers use phillips screws, some use 8 mm bolts with phillips screw cutouts in the top of the bolts. For best results use a socket to prevent stripping out the screws. If your radio has hard to remove phillips screws, insert the tip of the phillips screwdriver into each phillips screw and firmly tap with a hammer to loosen the tension bond between the phillips screws and the metal chassis of the auto makers factory radio. Then attempt to unscrew the phillips screws. Auto makers original radio with attached pocket below the radio
Remove the auto makers fatory radio, but leave the brackets attached to the pocket.

New radio

On the side of the new DIN radio should be pre-drilled holes to allow you to screw the new radio into the brackets. Most car radio manufacturers design their radios with many holes on the side of the radio so the radio can be mounted to many different kinds of bracket/pocket configurations. If you are going to mount your radio in this manner, you will probably have to remove the radios face trim ring around the face of the radio. This trim ring will most likely prevent the vehicles dash panel from securing properly back onto the dash.

New radios removable trim ring surrounds the face of the radio
A common mistake when mounting your new radio to the auto makers radio bracket and pocket is selecting the wrong holes on the side of the new radio. The new radio body, NOT THE FACE PLATE, should line up with the pocket below the radio. Most new radio manufacturers design their radios with a face that protrudes out from the body of the radio. The most common mistake is to mount the new radio with the protruded face lined up level with the pocket below the radio, not the new radios body. New radio attached to the auto makers pocket and brackets Line up like this