Radio/Stereo: Service and Repair

When installing radio, be sure to adjust antenna trimmer for peak performance.

1982 COUGAR XR-7, 1982-88 THUNDERBIRD, 1983-88 COUGAR & 1983-86 LTD & MARQUIS

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove radio knobs, then remove instrument panel center trim panel.
3. Remove radio mounting plate attaching screws.
4. Pull radio to disengage from lower rear support bracket, then disconnect power antenna, speaker leads and floor switch lead, if equipped and remove radio.
5. Reverse procedure to install.