Audio Unit Removal/Installation: Removal

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the decoration panel. (See DECORATION PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the bolt.
Remove the screws.

Fig 1: Audio Unit, Mounting Screws And Bolts With Torque Specifications
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NOTE:
- When removing the audio unit, the audio unit could interfere with the climate control unit and scratch the climate control unit. Perform the servicing by spreading a cloth in the position indicated in the figure.
Fig 2: Identifying Audio Unit And Clean Cloth
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Hold the audio unit in the position shown in the figure and pull it outward to disengage clips A, B, C, and D from the instrument panel.

Fig 3: Removing Audio Unit From Instrument Panel
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Disconnect the connectors.
Remove the audio unit.

Fig 4: Identifying Connectors (With And Without Color LCD)
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