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Radio Housing Replacement



RADIO HOUSING REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the radio.
2. Remove the instrument panel center trim panel.




3. Remove the screw (5) from the rear face of the radio housing (4) attaching the housing (4) to the instrument panel.
4. Remove the two screws (6) attaching the front edge of the radio housing (4) to the radio bracket assembly.
5. Lift the retaining tabs (3) at the top and bottom of the radio housing (4).
6. Withdraw the radio housing (4) from the radio bracket assembly far enough to allow access to the radio and antenna wiring connectors.
7. From the rear of the radio housing (4), disconnect the radio wiring connector (2).
8. Disconnect the antenna lead (1) and remove the radio housing (4).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Connect the antenna lead (1) to the back of the radio housing (4).
2. Connect the wiring connector (2) to the back of the radio housing (4).
3. Install the radio housing (4) to the radio bracket assembly, making sure the retaining tabs (3) are engaged.
4. Install the two screws (6) attaching the front edge of the radio housing (4) to the radio bracket assembly.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

5. Install the screw (5) attaching the rear face of the radio housing (4) to the instrument panel.

Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

6. Install the instrument panel center trim panel.
7. Install the radio.