CAUTION! All accessories, switches, climate controls panels, and especially air bag indicator lights must be connected before cycling the ignition. Also, do not remove the factory radio with the key in the on position, or while the vehicle is running.
• DIN radio provision with pocket• ISO DIN radio provision with pocket• ISO DDIN radio provision
• A) ISO DDIN brackets • B) ISO DIN brackets • C) Highlander Brackets • D) 4-Runner Brackets• E) ISO DIN trim plate • F) Radio housing
– DIN radio provision with pocket ............................ 5
– ISO DIN radio provision with pocket ...................... 6
– ISO DDIN radio provision ...................................... 7
Table of Contents
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Toyota 4-Runner Sport/SR5 2003-2009
1. Unsnap and remove trim from around shifter.
2. Unsnap and remove trim covers from around center console pocket edge at front and rear of console.
3. Unsnap and remove center console cover. (Figure A)
4. Unsnap trim ring from around ignition key cylinder.
5. Remove (1) 10mm bolt from bottom right of panel below steering column. Unsnap panel and pull away to gain access behind panel. (Figure B)
6. Remove (1) 10mm bolt on bottom left of center panel behind panel below steering column. (Figure B)
7. Remove (1) 10mm bolt beneath climate control behind pocket door. Unsnap and remove climate control. (Figure C)
8. Remove (2) 10mm bolts beneath radio behind climate controls.
9. Unsnap and remove entire center panel around radio. (Figure D)
10. Remove (2) 10mm bolts securing radio.
11. Unplug and remove radio.
12. Remove factory brackets from radio. Retain brackets for use during kit assembly.
If installing a single DIN radio, continue to Kit Preparation.
If installing a double DIN radio, continue to Kit Assembly.
Dash Disassembly
(Figure A)
(Figure B)
(Figure C)
(Figure D)
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Dash Disassembly
Toyota Highlander (without NAV) 2001-2007
1. Pull and remove dash panel from radio and climate controls. (Figure A)
Note: There are 8 clips.
2. Remove (6) 10mm bolts from radio and climate controls assembly. (Figure B)
3. Remove assembly and disconnect the wiring.
4. Remove (8) Phillips bolts and (4) Phillips screws to separate brackets from assembly. Retain brackets for use during kit assembly. (Figure C)
If installing a single DIN radio, continue to Kit Preparation.
If installing a double DIN radio, continue to Kit Assembly.
(Figure A) (Figure C)
(Figure B)
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Kit Preparation
DIN radio provision with pocketISO DIN radio provision with pocket
1. Snap the appropriately marked mounting brackets for your application onto the sides of the radio housing. The brackets are marked 4-Runner or Highlander and left or right.
(Figure A - 4 RUNNER)
(Figure B - HIGHLANDER)
Continue to kit assembly
(Figure A) (Figure B)
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Kit Assembly
DIN radio provision with pocket
1. Remove the metal DIN sleeve from the aftermarket radio.
2. Slide the sleeve into the radio housing from the front. (Figure A)
3. Secure the sleeve to the radio housing by bending the locking tabs outward. (Figure A)
4. Slide the radio into the sleeve until it clicks into place. (Figure B)
5. 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 or AXXESS. Test the radio for proper operation.
6. Secure the completed assembly into the dash, and then reassemble the dash in reverse order of disassembly.
(Figure A) (Figure B)
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ISO DIN radio provision with pocket
1. Remove the metal DIN sleeve and trim ring from the aftermarket radio.
2. Secure the ISO DIN brackets to the radio with the screws supplied with the radio. (Figure A)
3. Slide the bracket/radio assembly into the radio housing until it snaps in. (Figure B)
4. Snap the ISO DIN trim plate onto the front of the completed assembly. (Figure B)
5. 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 or AXXESS. Test the radio for proper operation.
6. Secure the completed assembly into the dash, and then reassemble the dash in reverse order of disassembly.
(Figure A) (Figure B)
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Kit Assembly
ISO DDIN radio provision
1. Highlander 2001-2007 only: Cut off the rear section of the ISO DDIN brackets as shown. (Figure A)
2. Secure the factory mounting brackets, and the ISO DDIN brackets to the radio with the screws supplied with the radio. (Figure B)
Note: Remove the locating pins from the factory brackets with a grinder.
3. 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. Test the radio for proper operation.
4. Secure the completed assembly into the dash, and then reassemble the dash in reverse order of disassembly.
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Installation instructions for part 99-8258
IMPORTANTIf you are having difficulties with the installation of this product, please call our Tech Support line at 1-800-253-TECH. Before doing so, look over the instructions a second time, and make sure the installation was performed exactly as the instructions are stated. Please have the vehicle apart and ready to perform troubleshooting steps before calling.
