Audiovox P-153 Manuel D’Utilisation

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This unit is designed for installation in GM and Chrysler cars, trucks, and  vans with a 1-1/2 DIN radio opening.  In some cases,
a special installation kit will be required to mount the radio to the dashboard.  These kits are available at electronics supply
stores and car stereo specialty shops.  Always check the kit application before purchasing to make sure the kit works with your
vehicle. If you need a kit but cannot find it available, call our toll-free “HELP” line at 1-800-645-4994.

IMPORTANT:  Disconnect the  ground  cable from  the negative  terminal of  the battery.

a. Dash Disassembly:

NOTE: Locations and types of fasteners will vary depending on the make and model of the vehicle.

Carefully check  the dash for all fasteners that may require removal in order to remove the factory radio from the sub-dash.

1. Remove the screws securing the upper and/or lower portion of the dash panel.

2. Remove  the screws above the instrument cluster and all screws from the trim  panel that  may surround the factory

radio.

3. Remove the ash tray and open the glove  box to see if there are any screws that need to be removed from  the dash

panel. Do not discard any screws!

NOTE: The gear shifter may need to be in low gear to allow for dash panel removal.

4. Gently unclip and remove the dash panel.

b.Removing the Factory Radio:

1. Remove any hardware securing the factory radio assembly  to the sub-dash. Do not discard any hardware!

2. Disconnect the wiring and antenna cable from the factory radio.

c. Removing  the Factory Radio Brackets (If Applicable):

1. Remove all nuts that secure the original factory brackets to the radio.

2. Remove and retain the original mounting brackets from the factory radio.

NOTE: Not all radios have removable mounting brackets. For GM  radios with non-removable brackets, use the enclosed

bracket  kit  specified for  your  vehicle. These will satisfy most 1993 and up GM radio mounting applications.  If  this
is not the case, it  will be necessary  to purchase a special  installation kit. Please consult your local car  stereo
installation  shop  or consumer electronics  store.

d.On  the P-153, open (press the R button), fold down and  remove the detachable front panel, if it is attached to the chassis.

Simply  press  the RELEASE  bar and pull the panel assembly straight off of  the panel mounting plate.
Store the panel in the case provided with the radio.

e.Check the dashboard opening size by measuring the height and width.  If the opening is not large enough, carefully cut or

file as necessary until the  opening slightly exceeds  the radio size.  Check that there will  be sufficient space behind the
dashboard  for  the radio chassis.

f. Remove  the two transport screws installed through the top of the radio chassis ;  you cannot insert a CD  into the player

NOTE: After confirming fit, place the P-153 aside and proceed with the wiring instructions.

The easiest wiring method to connect the P-153 to the vehicle is to buy  a wire harness adapter from your  dealer, a car
stereo installation shop, or an electronics store. If you use a  wiring adapter, all wires can be connected to your P-153 even
before your old radio is removed from the car.
Connecting  the Wires
Splice, crimp or solder the wires from the Audiovox P-153 radio connector to the wiring adapter.  Match  the  wires according
to the function vs. color code  relationship expressed  in   the following  table,  and the wiring  adapter instructions.
Attach Wires to Radio  (See Figures 1 and 2.)
  a.  After splicing the wiring adapter to the radio connector, attach the connector to the back of the radio.

b.  Attach an antenna extension  cable (not supplied) and antenna adapter, if needed.

NOTE: The Dimmer function may not work in conjunction with some Chrysler vehicle models.  In this case, leave the Dimmer

wire disconnected.  Radio backlighting will illuminate when radio power is on.

a.  Connect wiring adapter to the car’s existing wiring harness.
b.  Connect  the antenna  extension (not supplied)  to car antenna lead, if needed.