Subwoofer Installation Instructions Part# AMML3J19A014AA Part# VML3Z18808A Compatible with radio code ICEHE and speaker code IDBAL or IDBAD in the following vehicles: 2021-present F150 CrewCab 2021-present F150 SuperCab Rev.
021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Tools Required Phillips Screwdriver Torque Wrench Trim Tool 10mm 12mm 13mm Sockets Razor Knife Ratchet A Side Cutters B Subwoofer Enclosure Assembly D C 3x Retainer Bracket E Bolt Pick Tool F Subwoofer Harness Power Harness with Fuse Holder G x10 Wire Ties Page 2 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Battery Disconnect NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and connected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven to allow the PCM to relearn the adaptive strategy values. NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the battery monitoring sensor when removing the terminal from the battery post. Do not pry on the terminals or component damage may occur.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Route power wire up to cowl opening. Secure with wire ties. Route power wire under cowl trim panel and out opening on opposite side. Make an incision in the rubber grommet and route power wire into cabin. Install the power wire connector housing on the power wire. 1. Insert wires into connector housing. 2. Close terminal retainer cap. 1 2 Route power wire under bracket and secure to sheet metal with incorporated retainer.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Front Controls Interface Module Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Release the clips and remove the instrument panel speaker grill. NOTE: Seven speaker models only Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover Audio Front Control Module Removal Remove the four bolts pictured. There are two additional bolts securing the bottom of the module not pictured. Torque: 22 lb.in (2.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Using a pick tool, slide the terminal retainer out on both sides until it stops. Terminal Orientation Press terminal retainer back into the locked position. Find locations 11, 22, and 23 in the connector housing and verify they are not populated. If these locations are populated, discontinue installation and verify system compatibility. 23 B-Pillar Trim Panel Removal - SuperCrew NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Position aside the front door weatherstrip. Position aside the rear door weatherstrip. Remove the pretensioner bezel. Release the clips and remove the lower Bpillar trim panel. Release the clips and disengage the safety belt pretensioner boot from the pretensioner bezel. Page 7 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Scuff Plate Removal – Supercab NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the bolt and position aside the seatbelt. Torque: 30 lb.ft. (40 Nm) NOTE: The seat is removed for clarity. Release the clips and remove the scuff plate trim panel. Remove the retainer and the outboard cushion side shield. C-Pillar Trim Panel Removal NOTE: The seat is removed for clarity.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT first and work upward on the trim panel to connect the other clips. Remove the C-pillar trim panel. 1. Release the clips. 2. Release the tether clip and remove the C-pillar trim panel. Kicker® Subwoofer Installation Route wire harness down the LH side of vehicle from ACM to C-Pillar area. NOTE: Use supplied wire ties where needed. NOTE: Release lever shown with seat in down position for clarity. Fold down the rear seat. 1. Pull release lever 2.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT NOTE: It is only necessary to make a cut indicated by the dotted line to allow the vertical portion of the brackets to protrude through carpeting. NOTE: Cuts must extend to the rear edge of carpet. Make measurements from the center of the seatbelt stud and from the back wall. Cut the carpet and insulation to allow it to lie over brackets once installed. 115mm 115mm Install bolt. Torque: 46 lb. in. (5.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Cut Carpet to allow upper bracket retainers to snap into metal. 1. Press on upper bracket to snap metal retainers into sheet metal. Connect harness to amplifier. 1 2 Open FDRS software and connect to truck. NOTE: Use FDRS software version 28.6.3 or later to complete programming steps. In the Toolbox tab, select “ACM”. Then select “Download ACM – Sound System Upgrade”. Then select “Run”.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Select “Yes”. Page 12 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Select “Sound System Upgrade”. Select “Enable”. Page 13 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Turn ignition to “ON (Pos II)” and select “OK”. Page 14 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Turn ignition to “OFF (Pos 0)”. Select “OK”. Page 15 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Select “Exit”. Select “OK”. Page 16 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Select “ACM – Programmable Module Installation (PMI)”. Then select “Download”. Then Select “Run”. Page 17 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Select “Yes”. Page 18 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Select “No”. Turn Ignition to ON. Engine OFF. Select “OK” Page 19 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
21 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Turn Ignition to OFF and select “OK” Page 20 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Select “ACM – Audio Front Control Module (ACM) Configuration”. Then select “Download”. Then Select “Run” Page 21 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Select “Yes”. Page 22 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Turn Ignition to ON. Engine OFF and select “OK” Page 23 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
2021 - present F150 CrewCab XLT and SuperCab XLT Turn Ignition to OFF and select “OK” Select “OK”. Page 24 of 24 AMML3J19A014AA © Copyright Ford 2021 FoMoCo VML3Z18808A Contact KICKER® Technical Support at (800) 256-0808 ext. 6009, or support@kicker.com.
