Metra Dp-5859 Dash Panel Kit Installation Guide (+ PDF)

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.

KIT FEATURES

DDIN radio provisions. (sub-dash modifications are required)
Custom textured replacement dash panel to accommodate DDIN radios. Metra suggests painting factory vents black to match the replacement dash panel.
Multiple trim panels and brackets to cover multiple trim levels and vehicle options.

KIT COMPONENTS

A) Dash panel
B) Manual climate panel
C) Manual climate brackets
D) Auto climate panel
E) Auto climate brackets
F) 3-position 4WD switch panel
G) 4-position 4WD switch panel
H) Drive position switch back covers
I) Airbag switch panel
J) Blank panels (2)
K) Panel clips (5)
L) #4 x 3/8” Phillips screws (4)
M) #8 x 3/8” Phillips screws (16)

APPLICATIONS

Ford

Expedition: 1997-2002
F-150: 1997-2003
F-150 Heritage: 2004
F-250: 1998

Lincoln

Blackwood: 2002
Navigator: 1997-2002

DASH DISASSEMBLY

Unsnap and remove the dash panel. (Figure A)
Remove the factory radio using Metra’s 86-5618 radio removal tools.
Remove the climate controls (recommended for sub-dash cutting). (Figure B)
Remove (2) 7/32” screws and unsnap the factory vents from the dash panel. (Figure C)

If equipped, there is a 3-position or a 4-position drive position switch. Remove switches from factory dash panel:
Remove 4wd knob from front. (Figure D)
(2) 5.5mm screws from the switch. (Figure D)
Grind down 3 tabs to remove the light pipe cover and drive position graphic with icons. Note: Be careful not to cut into the factory drive position graphic, it will be re-used along with the factory light pipe. (clear plastic) (Figure E)
Carefully remove the drive position graphic. (Figure E)
If equipped, remove the factory passenger airbag indicator and switch. (Figure F)

KIT PREPARATION

If equipped with the factory drive position switch:

Snap the drive position switch panel into place and secure with (2) factory screws (extra hardware is provided if needed). (Figure A)
Place the graphic into the drive position switch panel (either 3 position or 4 position). (Figure B)
Place the factory light pipe (clear plastic) into position and then the back cover. (Figure C)
Secure the switch with the remaining factory screws (extra hardware is provided if needed) Install the knob from the front. (Figure D)

If equipped with the factory passenger airbag switch:

Snap the airbag switch panel into place and secure with the factory hardware (extra hardware is provided if needed). (Figure E)
Secure the factory switch into place using the factory hardware. (extra hardware is provided if needed). (Figure F)

Select either the manual climate or auto climate trim panel and brackets.

Secure the appropriate climate panel to the dash panel using the (4) supplied #4 x 3/8” screws. (Figure G)
Attach the (5) supplied panel clips to the radio housing. (factory panel clips can be used) (Figure H)
Metra recommends painting the vents matte black to better match the replacement dash panel.
Attach the vents to the radio housing using the factory hardware (Figure I)
Cut sub dash area. Top and sides.
Remove rear support. Might need to trim the sub dash bracket (radio opening) (Figure J)
Install the climate controls back into the sub dash.

KIT ASSEMBLY

Attach the appropriate radio brackets to the radio using screws supplied with the radio, and then secure into the dash opening. (Figure A)
Locate the factory wiring harness and antenna connector in the dash, and complete all necessary connections to the radio. Metra recommends using the proper mating adapter from Metra and/ or AXXESS. Re-connect the negative battery terminal and test the radio for proper operation.
Snap the radio trim panel over the radio and reassemble the dash in reverse order of disassembly

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