Difficulty Level
Tools/Supplies Needed:
• speciality stereo removal toolsProcedure:
• before we start, make sure you have the stereo code if you do plan on using the existing stereo in the future• first disconnect the vehicle's battery
• using the stereo removal tools, select the thin long metal tools
• two are required for this single din stereo
• slide each tool into the slot until it stops
• sometimes you can use the tools to assist the stereo out of the dashboard
• other times you can stick your finger inside the cassette slot and gently pull the stereo from the dashboard
• once removed, you can then remove the stereo removal tools
• watch the clip on the right side of the stereo so it doesn't catch onto the edge of the housing
• remove the electrical connectors and depress tabs accordingly
• remove the antenna wire, it pulls straight out
• installation is reverse, removal tools are not required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Will this work on my Volkswagen Jetta?
Yes it will.Where can I get that storage compartment?
That is a stock Volkswagen part available with the single din stereos. The part number is 1J0 857 058.How do I remove the storage compartment above the stock stereo?
It simply jsut clips into place and can be removed by just pulling the compartment straight out.Where can I purchase the removal tools shown in the video?
They can be purchased at a local retailer who sells car audio equipment, audio specific retailers, auto parts stores, or online.Can I make my own removal tools?
Yes you can, however it isn't normally recommended as they can break off inside the radio. Credit card plastic or thin metal can be used which will need to be cut to size.>Video tutorial on how to remove the stock single din radio on a Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Bora, or Beetle MK4. Speciality tools are required in order to remove the stereo in a safe and easy manner. They are fairly inexpensive and can be purchased at your local auto parts store, electronics dealer, or online. Normally they do come in a kit and are usable for a variety of other stereo removal applications besides VW. It is possible to make your own removal tools by either using thin pieces of metal or credit card plastic, but it's normally not recommended as the objects can break or become jammed in the removal slots. Be sure that you do have the radio code before removing the stereo if you plan on using it in the future. If you don't have a radio code, it can be requested from your local dealer or some online sources. This particular tutorial was a 2004 Volkswagen Golf TDI.