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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

95-8729B

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

• ISO DDIN radio provision

• Painted black

KIT COMPONENTS

• A) Radio housing • B) Radio trim ring • C) Radio sleeve • D) Radio sleeve assembly hardware • E) Radio screws (4)

TOOLS REQUIRED

• Panel removal tool • Phillips screwdriver

• 3mm Allen screwdriver • T-20 Torx screwdriver

• Cutting tool (03-04 models) • File (03-04 models)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Dash Disassembly

-2003-2004 .............................................................2

-2005-2008.............................................................3

Kit Assembly ..........................................................4

WIRING & ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

(sold separately)

Wiring Harness:

See metraonline.com for

wiring harness options

Antenna Adapter: 40-EU10 (05-08) • 40-VW12 (03-04)

Steering Wheel Control Interface: • ASWC-1

A B C

Mercedes SL Class 2003-2008

Visit MetraOnline.com for more detailed information about the product and up-to-date vehicle

speciﬁc applications

Summary of content (4 pages)

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95-8729B I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Mercedes SL Class 2003-2008 Visit MetraOnline.com for more detailed information about the product and up-to-date vehicle specific applications KIT FEATURES • ISO DDIN radio provision • Painted black WIRING & ANTENNA CONNECTIONS (sold separately) Wiring Harness: See metraonline.
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DASH DISASSEMBLY (2003-2004) Attention! The factory radio must have the AM source selected before being removed from the vehicle. 3. Open the center console, then starting from the back, unclip and release the entire center console trim bezel which also wraps around the radio. Lift up just enough to access the connectors from underneath. Unplug all connectors, then remove the trim bezel. (Figure D) Attention! A permanent modification to the center console trim bezel will be required.
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DASH DISASSEMBLY (2005-2008) Attention! The factory radio must have the AM source selected before being removed from the vehicle. 1. Unclip and remove the left and right side panels from the center console. Remove (3) T-20 Torx screws from each side. (Figures A & B) 2. Open both cup holders, then unsnap the trim covers from each cup holder. Push the cup holders back in, without their covers. (Figure C) 3. Engage the parking brake then place the gear selector in neutral.
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95-8729B 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.