Put in my 06 Escape. It is not on the list for fit, but works without any modification, in fact it says it will not fit 2006 Escape. I had to drill small hole in back of head unit to install the guide for the bottom of the radio. Fits the odd size Ford opening on this car like a glove. Installation requires the moving of center instrument bezel. You do not have to remove center bezel it pulls back far enough to allow head unit to slide in, just place head unit on top of dash upside down plug in all wiring then slide in on the center track. There is no reason to use screws on front of the kit just leave the slots empty the center bezel when installed fits tight against these tabs and holds the unit very tight in the opening.
It is best to remove the screw slots on the front of the side mounts so the center bezel does not fit to tight, if you leave these intact it could cause binding and a miss fit.
After installation the fit looks like this kit was made for the 06 Escape, it does not have a tacky add on look like some kits have.
Just an added note there may be slight modification required even on cars or trucks that this is designed to fit.
I recommend taping duct tape around the bottom opening of the dash below the center bezel to protect the opening from being damaged by the bottom tabs on the center bezel while installing the head unit in the opening.
After doing wiring and routing wires for any options it only takes about 5 minutes to remove center bezel, plug in wires, install head unit in dash and reinstall center bezel. Very easy to remove head unit to do any future add ons.
My total install time running wires to rear camera running wires under sill plates, running mic wire up to driver visor, running antenna wires for GPS and traffic receiver, installing AVIC-250 Navigation module under dash, running USB cable to in side center counsel all wires are zip tied and hidden from sight it took a good 8 hours. Another note I am experienced with installing in dash audio equipment so your time could vary. I rate this as an average to easy difficulty, can be done by most anyone.
Extremely happy with fit finish and look of this dash kit and I highly recommend the kit for the 2006 Ford Escape.
DVD receiver used is an AVHX-5600BHS.
| Item Weight | 3.04 ounces |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 7.75 x 4.5 x 1 inches |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | 955026 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Wireless Remote | No |
| Warranty | 1-year Manufacturer's warranty |
