Removing car radio

NOTE:

If the car radio is replaced by a new or a different car radio, read out the data with the Porsche System Tester before removal. See TEACHING CAR RADIO .
The car radio has an optical waveguide (LWL). Information on the optical waveguide (LWL): Refer to OPTICAL WAVEGUIDE - MOST BUS .

Insert removal tool into the openings provided at the radio until the tool is felt to engage.

Fig 1: Inserting Removal Tool Into Radio (As Of MY 2003)
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Pull the radio completely out of the installation slot with the removal tool.
Carefully place the radio on the centre console in front. It is advisable to place a cloth between the centre console and the radio.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Radio Connectors (As Of MY 2003)
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Unlock the plug connections by pressing the plug locking elements -a- and pull the plugs off the radio -arrow-.
NOTE:
- The number of plug connections will vary, depending on the I No. (CD changer, Bose, amplifier).
- The variant without additional audio components (external Most control units) has a jumper (output to input) connected to the optical waveguide plug.
Press in the (coloured) detent hooks on the radio -arrow- and withdraw the removal tool at the same time.

Fig 3: Pressing Detent Hooks (As Of MY 2003)
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