The following documents the install of a Pioneer F700BT Double DIN Radio/Navigation Unit into my 2006 CRD Limited.....
First, we need to remove the front bezel and then remove some plastic and the metal support bracket for the original radio
Next, I used my trusty die grinder with a cutoff disk installed and cutout some plastic that was in the way. I also used a small
hacksaw to cut what the die grinder could not.
This is the end result..
This is what I took out.
Next, test fit the radio, all good !.
Now I took some sheet aluminum I had laying around and created brackets for each side that bolted into the stock location.
Next, I purchased a new bezel (so I could return to stock later) and using a small hacksaw and file cut out the exact shape
to fit the pioneer.
Once that was done, I bought a small sheet of lexan from home depot and super glued some filler plates in since the original hole is much larger.
After filling in with common bondo, there was plenty more sanding and filing to get a smooth surface and perfect fit.
With the radio....
Next, I picked up a Chrysler harness adapter and using shrink tube and soldered connections, I created a custom harness
the does not require cutting into the original factory harness. This harness also adds in the bypass as documented on the
AVIC411 forums.
There is also an antenna adapter that I had to purchase, also shown is the Pioneer harness to add in an ipod, camera, etc..