Metra single-DIN dash kit for GM 1982–2005, Black — snap-on faceplates & bracket adapter

Metra 99-4544 is a black single-DIN installation kit that lets you mount an aftermarket radio cleanly into many 1982–2005 GM dashboards, including models with an EQ option. This multi-kit is designed to restore your dash’s factory look after installing a replacement stereo. It provides snap-in faceplates, a housing that accepts original mounting brackets or the included bracket adapter, and specific pieces to account for vehicles equipped with an equalizer. Built from ABS plastic in the USA, the kit aims to make the radio swap straightforward while preserving dash appearance and structural fit.

Which GM vehicles and years work with this Metra kit?

The kit supports a wide range of GM cars and trucks from 1982 through 2005, including models that originally had an in-dash equalizer. It’s intended for single-DIN aftermarket head units and fits installations where OEM brackets remain or where the provided bracket adapter is needed.

• Covers GM models 1982–2005 with appropriate dash openings
• Includes configuration for vehicles that had a factory equalizer option
• Designed for single-DIN aftermarket radios
• Uses factory bracket locations or the included bracket kit if brackets are missing

How does this kit simplify the radio installation process?

The Metra kit supplies snap-on faceplates and a plastic housing that align the radio with the dash opening, cutting trimming and filler work. The included bracket kit fills gaps when factory mounting hardware is absent, and the faceplate options let you match the dash contour or accommodate an EQ cavity.

• Four ABS faceplates snap onto the housing for a precise fit
• Bracket adapter included to replace missing OEM brackets
• Faceplate variations cover flat and EQ-specific openings
• Preformed housing reduces gap finishing and improves appearance

What pieces are included and what materials are used?

Metra supplies a complete installation kit that contains the housing, multiple snap-on faceplates, and a bracket adapter to secure a single-DIN unit. The components are molded from durable ABS plastic for a consistent color and texture that resists cracking and matches most dashboard surfaces.

• One black ABS plastic housing
• Four ABS faceplates: flat 1/2", 1/2" with EQ option, and 1" extension
• 02-4544 bracket kit included when OEM brackets are missing
• Made in USA construction for consistent fit and finish

Will this kit work with my aftermarket head unit and the original dash controls?

The kit is built for single-DIN aftermarket radios and maintains the dash appearance without altering factory control locations. Controls and trim that rely on original mounting points will remain accessible when the OEM bracket locations are used or when the included brackets recreate those anchor points.

• Compatible with standard single-DIN radios from major brands
• Preserves dashboard trim alignment and control access
• Bracket adapter replicates OEM anchor points if needed
• Does not change wiring or electronic interfaces — mechanical mounting only

Who is this for This Metra 99-4544 multi kit is suited for DIY installers and professional installers who need a reliable, factory-like mounting solution for single-DIN radios in GM vehicles built between 1982 and 2005. It’s especially useful when a vehicle has an equalizer opening or when original mounting brackets are missing, and for anyone who wants a clean, durable bezel and housing that matches dash aesthetics without expensive custom work.

FAQ

Q: Does this kit fit GM models with an equalizer?

A: Yes. The kit includes a 1/2" faceplate with EQ option and other plates to accommodate equalizer openings.

Q: Are mounting brackets included if the OEM ones are missing?

A: Yes. The 02-4544 bracket kit is included to replace missing factory mounting brackets.