70-5511 - Câbles pour ordinateurs et accessoires Metra - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wiring Harness Adapter
Brand	Metra
Model	70-5511
Application	Aftermarket car stereo installation
Compatibility	Select vehicles with factory radio (verify fitment)
Wire Gauge	18 AWG (typical)
Wiring Standard	EIA color code
12V Ignition Wire	Red
12V Battery/Memory Wire	Yellow
Ground Wire	Black (if not present, ground to chassis)
Power Antenna Wire	Blue
Amp Turn-On Wire	Blue/White
Amp Ground Wire	Black/White
Illumination Wire	Orange
Dimmer Wire	Orange/White
Speaker Wires	Gray, Gray/Black (RF); White, White/Black (LF); Violet, Violet/Black (RR); Green, Green/Black (LR)
Factory Amp Bypass	Supported (see manual for details)
Installation Method	Strip, splice, solder, tape
Safety Note	Isolate and tape unused wires to prevent shorts
Manual Included	Yes (2 pages PDF)
Support	1-800-221-0932 (USA)

Frequently Asked Questions - 70-5511 Metra

What vehicles is the Metra 70-5511 compatible with?

The 70-5511 is a wiring harness adapter designed for select vehicles. Check Metra's website or manual for a specific fitment list. Typically fits GM, Chrysler, and other makes that use the EIA color code.

How do I install the Metra 70-5511?

Strip 1/2 inch of insulation, splice wires using crimp connectors or solder, then tape each joint. Isolate and tape any unused wires. Refer to the EIA color code chart in the manual.

What do the wire colors mean?

Red=12V ignition, Yellow=12V battery/memory, Black=ground, Blue=power antenna, Blue/White=amp turn-on, Orange=illumination, Orange/White=dimmer, Gray=right front (+), Gray/Black=right front (-), White=left front (+), White/Black=left front (-), Violet=right rear (+), Violet/Black=right rear (-).

Can I keep the factory amplifier when installing an aftermarket radio?

Yes, the 70-5511 supports keeping the factory amp. Follow the specific wiring instructions in the manual for amp bypass or integration.

What if my vehicle has no black ground wire?

If the black wire is not present, ground the radio directly to the vehicle chassis using a metal screw.

How do I connect the power antenna wire?

Connect the blue wire from the harness to the aftermarket radio's power antenna lead. If your radio has a blue/white wire for amp turn-on, use both as needed.

What should I do with unused wires?

Individually tape off the ends of any unused wires to prevent electrical shorts.

Does the Metra 70-5511 include a manual?

Yes, a 2-page PDF manual is available for free download. It includes the wiring diagram and installation instructions.

Is soldering required for installation?

Metra recommends stripping, splicing, soldering, and taping all connections for reliability. But crimp connectors can be used.

Where can I get support for the 70-5511?

Contact Metra at 1-800-221-0932 or visit their website at www.metraonline.com.

USER MANUAL 70-5511 Metra

FINAL WIRING CONNECTIONS

Make wiring connections using the EIA color code chart shown below and the instructions included with the head unit. Metra recommends making connections as shown below; Strip, Splice, Solder, Tape. Isolate and individually tape off ends of any unused wires to prevent electrical short circuit.

METRA / EIA WIRING CODE

12V Ignition / Acc. .... . Red

12V Batt / Memory.....Yellow

Ground..... Black*

Power Antenna. . . . . . . . . Blue

Amp Turn-On .... Blue / White

Amp Ground..... Black / White

Illumination ..... Orange

Dimmer ..... Orange / White

Right Front (+) ..... Gray

Right Front (-)..... Gray / Black

Left Front (+) ..... White

Left Front (-). . . . . . . . . . . . . . White / Black

Right Rear (+) ..... Violet

Right Rear (-)....Violet / Black

*NOTE: When Black wire is not present, ground radio to vehicle chassis. All colors may not be present on all leads due to manufacturer's specifications.

1-800-221-0932 www.metraonline.com

©Copyright 2004 Metra Electronics Corporation

TO INSTALL AN AFTERMARKET RADIO WHILE KEEPING THE FACTORY AMPLIFIER AND SPEAKERS

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