FD1424B
2006 FORD FUSION
2006 MERCURY MILAN
2004-UP FORD F150; 2005 FORD MUSTANG;
2005-UP FORD FIVE HUNDRED, FREESTYLE,
MERCURY MONTEGO;
2006 FORD EXPLORER, FUSION,
MERCURY MILAN, MOUNTAINEER
1. Using a panel removal tool remove the trim around the radio.
2. Remove the four (4) 7mm screws holding the radio in place. Disconnect and remove.
2006 FORD EXPLORER
2006 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
1. Lift center console lid and extract (2) two 7mm hex screws.
2. Using a Panel Removal Tool, lift up to release bezel surrounding center shift.
3. Using a Panel Removal Tool, unsnap radio dash bezel surrounding radio.
5125
POCKET
5996 LEFT
BRACKET
STEREO INSTALLATION (Cont’d)
2005-UP FORD FIVE HUNDRED
2005-UP MERCURY MONTEGO
5324 REAR
SUPPORT
1. Unsnap shifter trim bezel, lift away and remove.
2. Unsnap center console bezel, left away and remove.
3. Extract (2) 7mm hex bolts securing bottom edge of dash panel. Unsnap dash panel, lift away,
disconnect and remove.
4. Extract (4) 7mm hex bolts securing radio, lift away, disconnect and remove.
5483 KIT
PANEL
5996 RIGHT
BRACKET
2005-UP FORD FREESTYLE
1. Unsnap dash bezel, lift away, disconnect and remove.
2. Extract (4) 7mm hex bolts securing radio, lift away, disconnect and remove.
FACTORY WIRING CODES
2005 FORD MUSTANG
CAR STEREO CONNECTORS
1. Open center console, remove two (2) Phillips head screws from back of console cover. Lift up and
remove. (Console cover is held in place by two screws in back and press clips on each side and front.)
2. Remove panel from along side of center dash by pulling from bottom to top. Panels are held in place via
press clips.
3. To remove radio trim bezel, extract (6) 9/32 screws (three on each side) from panel. Unplug heat and
AC control harnesses, remove panel. Extract four 9/32 screws from radio mounting, unplug and remove.
BRACKET INSTALLATION
NOTE: The 5996 Left and Right Brackets are to be used for the following vehicles:
2006 Ford Explorer
2006 Ford Fusion
2006 Mercury Milan
2006 Mercury Mountaineer
1. Slide the right and left brackets into their corresponding slots
located on kit panel.
2. Once brackets are wedged fitted into place,
install kit using provided screws.
(Factory screws are too short).
PROVIDE EASY CONNECTION OF YOUR CAR
STEREO TO FACTORY WIRING HARNESS.
FD23B
2003-UP Select Ford
INTRODUCTION / PRELIMINARY
Thank you for purchasing the Scosche FD1424B kit. This kit was manufactured with the highest of quality
standards.
CAUTION: DISCONNECT YOUR VEHICLE'S NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL BEFORE THE
INSTALLATION TO HELP PREVENT ELECTRICAL DAMAGE. WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF A
VOLT/OHM METER OVER A TEST LIGHT TO CHECK WIRING. A TEST LIGHT OR GROUNDED WIRE
PROBE CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE'S COMPUTER AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS.
AVOID ALL FACTORY AIR BAG WIRING - AIR BAGS CAN ACCIDENTALLY DEPLOY CAUSING
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
5996 LEFT
BRACKET
NOTES:
• See your vehicle's instructions for any special tools your installation might require.
• Read all instructions accompanying your car stereo/cassette player for proper wiring and mounting
instructions.
STEREO INSTALLATION
2004-UP FORD F-150
5996 RIGHT
BRACKET
1. Using panel removal tool, pry loose panel from around radio, vent, and shifter. Unplug and remove.
2. Remove (4) Phillips head screws from radio brackets. Unplug and remove.
LIABILITY DISCLAIMER
This instruction booklet is based on carefully documented data and research of automobile dash disassembly, wire harness/codes
and information pertaining to installation of this kit in the listed vehicles. Manufacturer cannot be held responsible for discrepancies/
inconsistencies that may occur due to the automobile manufacturing changes or options, or damage that may occur in the
automobile during the installation of components while using this booklet.
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