Radio removal

[normy01]

I need to remove my radio for repair

Does has anyone done this (pictures)?

Thanks.

[02Blue]

Never done it, but here's the instructions from the Service Manual I ordered from Helms. It looks easy.

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Radio Replacement:

1) Record the lock code before removal (if equipped). [i'm not sure what this means.]

2)Remove the instrument panel trim bezel.

   

    Bezel Replacement-Instrument Panel Cluster

    1) Apply the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from moving.

    2) If equiped with an automatic transmission, move the shift lever all the way down to last gear.

    3) Tilt the steering wheel to the full down position.

    4) Pull gently rearward on the corners of the bezel from the instrument panel assembly.

    5) Remove the bezel.

 

3) Push down on the retainers in order to release the radio retainers. [look on the side of the radio. There is one about even with towards the bottom of the center ventilation outlet.]

4) Slide the radio forward in order to remove the radio.

5) Remove the electrical connectors and the antenna connection.

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Not sure if you or I have one, but the Service Manual then shows procedures for replacement of an Amplifier located behind the glove box.

 

Hope this helps.

[mnsilverado]

If you are looking for pictures this site has a lot of helpful things about add ons, I believe he frequently posts here also!

 

http://www.chevy4x4trucks.com/install/index.html

[akjay]

I just replaced the factory stereo two weeks ago and those are pretty much the same instructions that came with my stereo.  My only addtion would be, be very careful when popping the bezel trim off.  Start from the top corner by the door, using a short screwdriver and work your way clockwise. When it pops loose all the way, it may get caught on the hazard light button so don't force it, it comes off easy enough.  Also it doesn't say but you may have to really squeeze fairly hard to get those retainers to pop loose when you go to pull the stereo out of the rails that hold it in.  At least that was my case...  It's way simple.

[normy01]

Just finished removing my radio very easy .

Thanks for the help..

[Opy]

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Radio Replacement:

1) Record the lock code before removal (if equipped). [i'm not sure what this means.]

 

 

Many new stereo's have a lock-code feature that prevents the unit from working if the lock-code is enabled. When the unit is first installed, you generally have the option of enabling the lock-code. Usually, a four digit number. If the power is disconnected from a lock-code enabled stereo, the lock-code must be entered when power is restored for the unit to work again. Pretty standard on aftermarket stereos, like Pioneer, Kenwood, etc. Great feature, IMHO.

 

Tom O.