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2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 3/14/2007 9:52:55 AM    Ratpack   Posts: 3 Score: 0 Joined: 3/14/2007 Status: offline Hi, I am new here but wondering if you fine folks could help me out.  I have a 2007 Expy EB EL and I want to install a Bluetooth kit in it.  However, I have no idea how to get to the back of the radio.  Anyone have a good source on instructions, hopefully with pictures, to show how to get the radio out? Thanks! Post #: 1

RE: 2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 3/14/2007 10:41:51 AM    Hayapower Posts: 2082 Score: 0 Joined: 7/22/2006 Status: offline Welcome to the site.. The Insrtument Panel Center Finish Panel is a snap fit along with the lower panel.. Here's a few images for clarity... Thumbnail Image Thumbnail Image Attachment (2) _____________________________ 05 F250 C/C FX4 6.0 1969 Firebird Trans Am 2003 Hayabusa GSXR1300 (in reply to Ratpack) Post #: 2

RE: 2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 3/14/2007 10:47:39 AM    Ratpack   Posts: 3 Score: 0 Joined: 3/14/2007 Status: offline Thanks Hayapower, Can you tell me where you get the images from?  Also, is there any secrets to removing the panels?  Since it is only 4 weeks old, I am hesitant about pulling on the panels. I also see you are a biker, hayabusa I am guessing.  I ride a Honda VFR. (in reply to Hayapower) Post #: 3

RE: 2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 3/14/2007 12:29:11 PM    Hayapower Posts: 2082 Score: 0 Joined: 7/22/2006 Status: offline When pulling the dash panels, pull evenly, and it helps sometimes to get behind the panel right around the attaching clip to help it release with a pick ect.. You can tell in the images the area's of the clips.. Yea, I ride an 03 Anniversary Edition... I test rode a VFR 800 prior to the Busa, as well as concidered a Suzuki RF.. VFR's a nice bike..... _____________________________ 05 F250 C/C FX4 6.0 1969 Firebird Trans Am 2003 Hayabusa GSXR1300 (in reply to Ratpack) Post #: 4

RE: 2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 3/14/2007 1:45:22 PM    Ratpack   Posts: 3 Score: 0 Joined: 3/14/2007 Status: offline Thanks, I was looking at the panel, it almost appears you need a tool to get into the edges to even start pulling.  Any advice there?  I may have to see if my local dealer would remove the panel for me and then I can just snap it back in place. (in reply to Hayapower) Post #: 5

RE: 2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 2/26/2008 9:15:15 AM    mustang1   Posts: 5 Score: 0 Joined: 2/26/2008 Status: offline I am planning on installing a new HU in my 2007 Expedition EL this weekend.  Thanks for the images, they will help.  I will try to take pictures as I do it and post. Does anyone have any advice for me before I tackle this project? I went to Best Buy to get the radio wire harness and they told me that they no longer carry the 2007 harness nor do they install stereos in 2007 Fords at this time because they require some type of "data cable" that they do not carry.  I went to a smaller shop in town and they were not aware of any problem with the harness and so I am going to try the one they have. (in reply to Ratpack) Post #: 6

RE: 2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 2/26/2008 9:26:55 AM    mustang1   Posts: 5 Score: 0 Joined: 2/26/2008 Status: offline BTW... I am installing a double DIN Kenwood DNX7100 DVD navigation HU with backup camera, iPod adapter, Bluetooth, and steering wheel control (PAC SWI-X). I am a bit concerned how well everything will work together after the install. Mostly the rear seat DVD entertainment package. (in reply to mustang1) Post #: 7

RE: 2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 3/5/2008 7:12:24 AM    mustang1   Posts: 5 Score: 0 Joined: 2/26/2008 Status: offline Here are some tips for anyone installing an aftermarket head unit in a 2007 Expedition... 1. The factory wire harness does not have a 12V remote power lead required to turn the unit on when the ignition is turned on.  You have to buy a special adapter (Metra XSVI-5520) or wire the remote wire to a 12V source that is only powered when the ignition is turned on.  If you do not get the adapter, you will loose the function of the radio staying on until you open the door, rather the radio will turn off when you turn off the ignition.  I wired mine to the A/C control fuse in the fuse box. 2. The Ford amplifier (if you have a sub) requires a 5v remote feed where almost every other aftermarket amp requires a 12v remote feed. If you use the 12v remote wire from your aftermarket HU, the sub woofer will "Pop" when you turn on your car.  You will have to put a resistor on this wire to drop the voltage down to 5v.  This can be done with a resistor or Radio Shack item # 276-1770. (in reply to mustang1) Post #: 8

RE: 2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 3/5/2008 2:54:54 PM    TruckGirl   Posts: 10 Score: 0 Joined: 2/21/2008 Status: offline To my knowledge nothing will work with the factory RSE except the original factory set-up.... at least that's what I've been told over and over again from Ford, big box stores, car audio stores, and "tech geeks".... much to my disappointment I might add. Pleeeeeeease tell me you were able to get it to work! And if so.... what'd you use? Heather _____________________________ 2005 Expedition EB; 2002 Lincoln LS; 1997 F-150 Lariat (in reply to mustang1) Post #: 9

RE: 2007 Expedition Radio Removal - 3/11/2008 7:29:40 AM    mustang1   Posts: 5 Score: 0 Joined: 2/26/2008 Status: offline It worked for me! And was told the same thing about it not working. See the following link with a good description on how it is done... http://expeditionforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=e82c7815d253363d03b17e4b6f1e061a&threadid=2817 Hope this helps! Now I am going to try and figure out how to wire the rear entertainment DVD to play threw the speakers. (in reply to TruckGirl) Post #: 10

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