Toyota Tacoma Double Cab | 2016-2023 (Non-Amplified System) | Installation Instructions

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→ Toyota Tacoma Double Cab

2016-2023 Non-Amplified System

→ Installation Time

The estimated installation time for this guide is between three (3) to four (4) hours with a single experienced technician.

Introduction

The following instructions will guide you through the installation process to replace the Speakers in the factory locations and add amplifiers and a subwoofer to your Ford.

TIP Before you begin, review these instructions thoroughly and ensure that all parts are present and tools are available.

WARNING Metra Electronics does not assume any responsibility for damage resulting from incorrect installation.

→ Parts List

Number	Component	Quantity
1	Vibe 2.75” Speakers (Pair)	1
2	Vibe 6.5” Speakers (Pair)	2
3	Vibe 10” Subwoofer /w Ported Enclosure	1
4	Vibe 100.4 Amp	2
5	IBFSR65	2
6	SDHP-DK Kit (Sound Deadening)	1
7	Dash Tweeter Harness (LD-VB-TWTDH)	1
8	Speaker Extension Harness (LD-VB-TYEXT)	1
9	T-Harness Package (LD-VB-TY3)	1
10	DSP (AXDSPX-TY)	1
11	DSP RCA Output Harness (LD-AXDSP-OUT2)	1
12	6-Ch RCA (V10r176)	1
13	2-Ch RCA (V8R17)	1
14	Speaker Adapter (82-8147)	1
15	Speaker Adapter (82-8148)	1
16	Speaker Harness (72-8104)	1
17	Speaker Harness (72-8109)	1
18	Speaker Harness (72-8110)	1
19	Amp Power Kit (LD-19AMP-KT)	1
20	Tacoma Amp Rack	1

→ Required Tools

Socket: 10mm, 14mm
T-20 TORX
Phillips Driver
Panel Tool
Wire Cutters
Wire Strippers
Wire Fishing Tool
Sound Deadening Roller

Radio Removal

Follow the instructions below to remove the existing radio.

Remove the radio bezel from around the radio by pulling the bezel from the dash to separate the ten (10) clips securing it to the dash.

With the radio bezel removed, (4) 10mm bolts will be exposed, two (2) on each side of the radio.
Remove the four (4) 10mm bolts.

Remove the radio from the dash and disconnect the attached harnesses.

Pull the corner of the panel below the steering column to release the clip.

Pull the AC CONTROLS from the dash, and disconnect the attached harnesses.

Put the radio and control panel aside until reassembly.

Dash Speakers

Driver’s Side

Using a pick tool, remove the ABS cover from the bolt in the A-pillar cover.

Remove the 10mm bolt from the A-pillar.

Disengage the clip and the two (2) guides to remove the front A-pillar cover.

Remove the A-pillar cover.

NOTE Be careful while removing the cover to protect the curtain shield airbag.

Using a panel tool, remove the grille cover from the dash speaker.

Remove the two (2) 10mm bolts from the speaker.

Remove the speaker from the dash and disconnect the factory speaker harness.

Passenger’s Side

Using a pick tool, remove the two (2) two covers from the handle on the A-pillar.

Remove the two (2) 10mm bolts from the A-pillar.

Disengage the clip and 3 guides to remove the front A-pillar cover.
Remove the A-pillar cover.

NOTE Be careful while removing the cover to protect the curtain shield airbag.

Using a panel tool, remove the grille cover from the dash speaker.

Remove the two (2) 10mm bolts from the speaker.

Remove the speaker from the dash and disconnect the factory speaker harness.

Speaker Harness & Jumper Installation

In the non-amplified system, the 72-8110 speaker harness must be installed at the dash location so you can use the existing wiring. The 72-8110 will act as a jumper for the door speaker wiring from the dash location. Do this following the instructions below.

Remove the harness from the packaging and extend the longer wires away from the connector so that the loops remain.

Cut the WHITE and BLACK lines from the connector, leaving only the loops.

Connect the harness to the OE speaker harness.

TIP You will NOT be using the factory dash speaker wires for this kit. You will use the LD-VB-TWTDH harnesses provided in the kit and labeled FR and FL DASH SPEAKER.

Using a flexible wire fish rod, run the appropriate harness from the dash speaker location to the OE radio cavity.

Repeat the process on the other side of the dash.

NOTE The tweeter harnesses have different connectors on each end of the harness and are labeled FL (front left) and FR (front right).

Dash Speaker Installation

Follow the steps below to install the speakers in your dashboard.

The 2.7” speakers include a set of aluminum rings that will attach to the speaker and provide mounting points to secure the speaker into the dash. To install the ring onto the speaker:

Place the speaker face down on the workbench. (Fig A)
Place the ring onto the speaker.(Fig B)

Slowly turn the ring counter-clockwise to line up the threads.(Fig C)
Once the threads have lined up, slowly start to turn the ring clockwise to tighten onto the speaker. (Fig D)

Continue turning the ring until it is seated against the speaker.

Using the LD-VB-TWTDH speaker harness and the supplied butt connectors, crimp the harness wire to the speaker wires.

Connect the White wire from the LD-VB-TWTDH to the Black/Red wire from the VIBE 2.7” speaker.
Connect the Black wire from the LD-VB-TWTDH to the Black wire from the VIBE 2.7” speaker.
Install the VIBE 2.7” speaker into the opening, securing it with the two (2) 10mm screws

Install the grille back in place over the dash speaker.
Install the A-pillar cover back in place by securing the panel clips into position.
Install the 10mm bolt back into place on the A-pillar.
Install the cover over the bolt.

Repeat the same process for the other side of the vehicle.
Reinstall the speaker grille and A-pillar after the speaker is installed
Repeat the same steps to complete the other side of the vehicle.

Front Door Installation

Disassembly

Using a panel tool, remove the panel near the side mirror location.

TIP The clips that hold this panel in place will usually stay in the door panel. Use a small pick tool to remove them and reattach to the panel (Fig A).

Remove the push-pin below the panel you just removed. To release the clip, press down on the center circle; the clip can then be removed with a panel pry tool.

Remove the inside handle bezel to expose (1) Phillips screw.

Remove one (1) Phillips screw from the door handle location.

Remove one (1) Phillips from the handle on the door panel armrest.

Using a panel tool, remove the switch controls and disconnect the attached harnesses.

Using a panel tool unclip the (9) clips around the perimeter of the door panel.

Disengage the two (2) cables to remove the front door trim board assembly.
Remove the door panel and put aside until reassembly.
Disconnect the speaker harness from the factory speaker.

Remove the (4) 10mm bolt and remove the factory speaker.

Repeat the same process for the other side of the vehicle.

Template Setup

This kit includes Ballistic Hollow Point Sound Dampening Material. You can download and print the templates for the front doors to ensure you have the necessary pieces for installation.

NOTE There are four (4) templates that you need to print—two (2) for the driver's side and two (2) for the passenger's side. Make sure to note which template you are using to prevent cutting the same template twice and wasting ballistic material.

DOWNLOAD FILE {Driver’s Side Template PDF}

DOWNLOAD FILE {Passenger’s Side Template PDF}

Front Door Sound Dampening Installation

Follow the instructions below to install the front door sound dampening.

With the OE speaker removed, install the sound deadening from the SDHP-DK on the inside of the door panel.
Take one (1) sheet of the Ballistic material and cut it in half at 6” to make two (2) 6” x 24” strips.
Install the two (2) 6”x24” pieces on the inside of the door, above and below the tubular support in the door.

Using the printed templates, mark and cut the material to the proper sizes. (1) 12”x24” sheet of Ballistic should be able to provide the material for the lower door by the speaker and the upper door by the side mirror.
With the pieces cut, install them onto the door panel with a roller.

NOTE This should go at the end of this part of the install. Have a section completely dedicated to cutting and applying the templates.

NOTE Be sure to cut out the mounting tabs for the speaker.

Repeat the same process for the other side of the vehicle.

Front Door Speaker Installation

Follow the instructions below to install the front door speakers.

Prepare the 82-8147 speaker adapter by removing the tabs to allow the installation on the 6.5in Vibe speaker.

With all the tabs removed, install the 6.5 Vibe speaker into the speaker adapter. Be sure to mount the terminals of the speaker near the opening in the speaker adapter.

NOTE There is an opening on the speaker adapter to allow the speaker harness to pass through and connect to the speaker, and allow the OE harness to connect to the new harness on the outer edge of the door panel. Orient the new speaker so the terminals are near to the opening on the speaker adapter.

With the speaker secured in the speaker adapter, install the IBFSR65 around the edge of the speaker and onto the speaker adapter.

Install the 72-8104 speaker harness through the speaker adapter and connect to the speaker. The connector that connects to the OE harness should be outside the speaker adapter.

Install the speaker adapter with speaker and speaker ring installed back into the door panel with (4) 10mm removed previously.

8. Reassemble the door panel.

9. Repeat the same process for the other side of the vehicle.

Rear Door Reassembly

Follow the instructions below to reassemble the read door.

Using a panel tool, remove the 4 four clips of the upper door frame cover to expose 1 one Phillips screw.

Remove the (1) Phillips screw from behind the door frame cover.
Remove the push-pin below the panel you just removed. To release the clip, press down on the center circle; the clip can then be removed with a panel pry tool.

Remove the inside handle bezel to expose (1) Phillips screw.

Remove the (1) Phillips screw from the door handle location.

Remove (1) Phillips from the handle on the door panel armrest.

Using a panel tool, remove the switch controls and disconnect the attached harnesses.

Using a panel tool, unclip the (8) clips around the perimeter of the door panel.

Disengage the two (2) cables to remove the front door trim board assembly
Remove the door panel and put it aside until reassembly.
Disconnect the speaker harness from the factory speaker.

Remove the (3) 10mm bolt and remove the factory speaker.

Repeat the same process for the other side of the vehicle.

Rear Door Sound Dampening Installation

With the OE speaker removed, install the sound deadening from the SDHP-DK on the inside of the door panel.

Take (1) sheet of the Ballistic material and measure at 5” and make a line to cut. This should result in two (2) pieces of Ballistic. (1) measuring 5”x24, the second measuring 7”x24”
Install the 5”x24” piece on the inside of the door, below the tubular support in the door.
Install the 7”x24” piece on the inside of the door, above the tubular support in the door.

Rear Door Speaker Installation

Prepare the 82-8148 speaker adapter by removing the tabs to allow the installation on the 6.5in Vibe speaker.

With all the tabs removed, install the 6.5 Vibe speaker into the speaker adapter. Be sure to mount the terminals of the speaker near the opening in the speaker adapter.

With the speaker secured in the speaker adapter, install the IBFSR65 around the edge of the speaker and onto the speaker adapter.

Install the 72-8109 speaker harness through the speaker adapter and connect to the speaker. The connector that connects to the OE harness should be outside the speaker adapter.

11. Install the speaker adapter with speaker and speaker ring installed back into the door panel with (3) 10mm removed previously.

12. Reassemble the door panel.

13. Repeat the same process for the other side of the vehicle.

DSP Installation

Follow the instructions below to install the DSP.

With the radio removed, install the WHITE female harness of the LD-VB-TY3 T-harness into the factory harness removed from the radio.

Plug the WHITE harness and BLACK harness of the LD-VB-TY3 into the radio.

Plug the BLACK 10-pin OE harness into the BLACK harness from the LD-VB-TY3

Connect the LD-VB-TWTDH that are run to the dash speakers into the corresponding connections of the LD-VB-TY3 speaker harness.

TIP All the harnesses are labeled. Take the time to match the right harness to the correct location.

This kit includes two (2) packages of RCAs: a 6-ch RCA and a 2-ch RCA. Connect the RCAs to the LD-AXDSP-OUT2 harness (see table below).

RCA Cable	DSP Output
6-Ch White	White
6-Ch Gray	Gray
6-Ch Purple	Purple
6-Ch Green	Green
6-Ch Red	Channel 6
6-Ch Black	Channel 7
2-Ch Red	SUB Output - Red
2-Ch Black	SUB Output - Black

6. Connect the BLUE/WHITE Remote Wire to the REMOTE OUT from the DSP.

7. Connect the 20-pin harness into the DSP.

8. Route the RCAs, REMOTE WIRE and SPEAKER HARNESS through the dash and to the passenger side floor board to run down the passenger side of the vehicle.

NOTE Connect the LD-VB-TYEXT harness to the matching connector on the T-harness to allow the harness to reach the cab’s rear wall.

9. Tuck the connected DSP into the dash cavity behind the AC controls.

Amplifier Wire Routing

The amplifier kit includes a 4GA Red power wire that will run from the vehicle's battery to the cab's rear. It also consists of the MANL fuse holder with a 100-amp MANL fuse.

Follow the steps below to route your amplifier wiring properly. The amp kit includes a short piece of 4GA wire that connects to the vehicle battery terminal.

Install the short piece of 4GA into the fuse holder using a T-20 TORX.

Insert the 100-amp MANL fuse into the holder using a T-20 TORX.

Connect the longer piece of 4GA power wire to the fuse holder using a T-20 TORX.

Attach the end of the longer 4GA power wire to a wire pulling tool.
Locate a large grommet on the firewall, and pass the wire pulling tool through so that it comes out under the driver side dash.

Pull the 4GA wire into the driver side floor board, leaving enough slack in the cable to connect to the fuse holder at the battery.

Trim Panel Removal

Follow the steps below to remove your trim panels.

Use a suitable plastic trim tool to pry upwards and release the panel clips gently.

Remove the panels along the running board on both the DRIVER and PASSENGER side of the vehicle.
Route the 4GA POWER WIRE down the driver side of the vehicle, and route the RCAs, REMOTE WIRE, and SPEAKER HARNESS down the passenger side.

The wires should be routed to the rear wall of the cab.

This can be completed when the rear panels are removed.

Rear Seat Removal

Follow the steps below to remove your rear seats.

Fold the lower seat cushion up.

Remove the headrest from the upper seat cushion, and then pull the lever to release the seat back to let it fold down.

With the seat-back down, using a pick or panel tool, remove the cover panels on each side of the rear of the seat back to expose two (2) 14mm bolts.

Remove the 14mm bolts to allow the rear set to be removed.
Repeat the process for the other side of the vehicle.

NOTE The passenger seatback has a harness connected. You DO NOT have to remove the harness. You can move the seatback enough to work on the back wall.

Rear Panel Removal

With the rear seat-backs removed, you can now remove the panels from the back wall.

Using a 10mm socket, remove the (3) bolts holding the driver side panel.

Using a 10mm socket, remove the (3) bolts holding the passenger side panel.

With the bolts removed, pull on the driver side panel to separate it from the back wall, and remove it from the vehicle.
With the driver side panel removed, pull on the passenger side panel to separate it from the back wall, and remove it from the vehicle.

NOTE The rear panels WILL NOT be reinstalled. The subwoofer enclosure and amp rack will be located on the back wall, and still have clearance for the rear seatback to fold up and down.

Audio Equipment Installation

This kit includes a precut board and a set of determined mounting locations for the amplifiers and the power distribution block. It is designed to use the existing mounting locations of the truck's back panels.

Follow the steps below to install your audio equipment.

Tip: The installation of the product onto the board can be completed outside the vehicle.

Using the supplied screws, mount the amplifiers in place, with the RCA inputs pointing UP.
Using the supplied screws (smaller heads), mount the distribution block. The Vibe amplifiers are fused inside the amplifier case for added protection against short circuits.

Wiring The Board

Using the provided 8GA Red power wire, connect to the distribution block and to the respective amplifiers.

Distribution Block Screw T-20 Torx
Vibe Amplifier Screw 5/32 Allen

Install the 8GA BROWN GROUND WIRE into the GND terminals of the amp. You can cut the wire to length for better wire management. The suggested ground point is on one of the bolts securing the bracket for the rear seatback.

Finish routing the 4GA POWER WIRE to the amp rack, and install it into the distribution block using a T-20 TORX.
Install the 4GA power wire to the battery connection under the hood.(PHOTO)
Route the LD-VB-TYEXT harness and the REMOTE WIRE to the amp and install into the proper terminals.
Run the REMOTE WIRE to AMP 1 and cut the wire to install in the amp. With the remaining length of REMOTE WIRE, strip back one end and install in AMP 1 with the other wire and then run the remaining length to AMP two (2)and install on the remote input.
When wiring the speakers using the LD-VB-TYEXT, speaker wires are marked for which amp and the channel they need to be connected to on that amplifier.

→ AMP 1

AMP CHANNEL	SPEAKER	WIRE COLOR
CH1 +	LF DASH +	YELLOW
CH1 -	LF DASH -	YELLOW / BLACK
CH2 +	RF DASH +	BROWN
CH2 -	RF DASH -	BROWN / BLACK
CH3 +	LF DOOR +	WHITE
CH3 -	LF DOOR -	WHITE / BLACK
CH4 +	RF DOOR +	GRAY
CH4 -	RF DOOR -	GRAY / BLACK

→ AMP 2

AMP CHANNEL	SPEAKER	WIRE COLOR
CH1 +	LR DOOR +	GREEN
CH1 -	LR DOOR -	GREEN / BLACK
CH2 +	RR DOOR +	PURPLE
CH2 -	RR DOOR -	PURPLE / BLACK
CH3 +	SUBWOOFER +	RED
CH3 -	NC	-
CH4 +	NC	-
CH4 -	SUBWOOFER -	BLACK

Amplifier Settings

After wiring the amps, you can set the levels before installing the amp board into the vehicle. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to make the adjustments.

→ AMP 1

SETTING	ADJUSTMENT
X-OVER	FR (FULL RANGE)
HPF	Turn COUNTER CLOCKWISE until it stops
LPF	Turn COUNTER CLOCKWISE until it stops
GAIN (CH1 / CH2)	Turn CLOCKWISE to the 11 o’clock position
GAIN (CH3 / CH4)	Turn CLOCKWISE to the 11 o’clock position
INPUT MODE	Button should be OUT for 4-channel input.

→ AMP 2

SETTING	ADJUSTMENT
X-OVER	FR (FULL RANGE)
HPF	Turn COUNTER CLOCKWISE until it stops
LPF	Turn COUNTER CLOCKWISE until it stops
GAIN (CH1 / CH2)	Turn CLOCKWISE to the 11 o’clock position
GAIN (CH3 / CH4)	Turn CLOCKWISE to the 12 o’clock position
INPUT MODE	Button should be OUT for 4-channel input.

Subwoofer Installation

Use the instructions below to install the subwoofer.

AXXESS DSP Setup

Loading The Tune For Transfer

With the amp rack connected, the system is ready to be powered up and have the specific vehicle tune file loaded onto the Axxess DSP.

TIP Metra recommends plugging in the Axxess DSP to a Windows PC with the Axxess Updater Program installed to confirm the current firmware version of the DSP software.

Follow the steps below to load the tune to your DSP.

Download and unzip the updater.exe file.

DOWNLOAD FILE

Axxess Updater 1.48.9-SIGNED.exe.zip2.4 MB

NOTE Loading the downloaded tune to the Axxess DSP is currently only possible with an Android device.

Download the tune file for the Axxess DSP to the desktop on a Windows PC

DOWNLOAD FILE

[FILE EMBED FOR TUNE DOWNLOAD]

Connect your Android tablet to the Windows PC with the tune file. Your tablet should show in the device menu.

With the tablet connected, locate it from the connected devices list, and open the Internal storage folder.

Open the Documents folder.

→ Android 9.0-10

Drag the downloaded tune file from your Desktop into the AX-DSP XL folder.

→ Android 11.0 & Up

Drag the downloaded tune file from your Desktop into the IMPORT folder.

When the transfer is complete, disconnect the tablet from the Windows PC.

Loading the DSP

Connect to the DSP

To log into the DSP, the audio system must be turned on. Turn the radio volume down until the DSP programming is complete.

Open the Axxess AX-DSP-XL app on your Android device.

AX-DSP-XL - Apps on Google Play

Application for controlling Metra Electronics' AX-DSP-X and AX-DSP-L DSP's.

play.google.com

Use this link on an Android device to install the app if you have not installed it already.

When the Home Page loads, click BLUETOOTH CONNECTION.

Click SCAN to locate your DSP.

Click on the DSP under Available Devices to connect.

Loading Tune to DSP

→ Android 9.0-10

When the DSP connects to the tablet, click CONFIGURATION.

On the CONFIGURATION page, click RECALL CONFIG. A list of available saved files on the device will display on the following screen.

Click on the file that you downloaded and transferred to the tablet.

The DSP will load the settings in the selected file.

→ Android 11.0 & Up

On the CONFIGURATION page, click IMPORT CONFIG. A list of available saved files on the device will display on the following screen.

Click on the file that you downloaded and transferred to the tablet.
Click on the tune file.

The tune will be brought into the DSP software to load onto the Axxess DSP

On the CONFIGURATION page, click RECALL CONFIG.

The DSP will load all the settings from the selected file.

Once loading is complete, the DSP is loaded and ready to view:

The settings include the setup of all crossovers under the CROSSOVER ADJUST tab (Fig. A).

The time alignment (Fig. B) for the specific vehicle into which you are installing the DSP under the DELAY ADJUST tab.

→→ Settings Lockdown

Once you confirm that the tune has loaded, you must lock down the DSP settings.

Click the CONFIGURATION tab.
Click LOCKDOWN.

This lockdown process finalizes the installation of the settings to the DSP.

Testing The System

Turn the vehicle ignition on.

NOTE Ensure the volume is low, but you should hear sound.

Select the fade and balance options on the radio. The system should fade and balance as normal.

Fade to FRONT and REAR.
Balance LEFT and RIGHT.

Turn the ignition off, exit the vehicle, and make sure all doors and the hood are shut.

Lock the vehicle with the key fob and let it sit for 10 minutes.

TIP The key fob should be 15+ feet from the vehicle.

After 10 minutes, unlock the vehicle.
Turn the vehicle ignition on.

Ensure audio is playing audibly and clearly.

(NEEDED) Reassembly

Technical Support

TIP If you encounter any difficulties during installation please carefully review the instructions and ensure that the installation was performed exactly as instructed.

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