Radio, removing and installing

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE: If radio is exchanged or replaced:

Anti-theft security code for new radio must be entered before use. Refer to Anti-theft security code, inputting . Be sure to advise customer of new security code.
Confirm radio coding for sound system functions using On Board Diagnostic program function 07: "Code Control Module".
Radio sound system coding must be performed to account for presence of CD Changer (if installed) and interior sound field differences between models (where applicable).

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items needed.

Fig 1: Identifying Radio Removal Tool 3316

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Radio removal tool 3316 (two identical pieces).

Removing

CAUTION:

Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:

Obtain anti-theft radio security code.
Switch off all electrical consumers.
Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.

Fig 2: Identifying Openings On Face Of Radio

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Insert tool 3316 into openings on face of radio -arrows- until they engage.

Fig 3: Identifying Handles On Special Tool 3316

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Pull radio from instrument panel opening using handles on tool 3316.
Disconnect all electrical connection and antenna cable from rear of radio.

NOTE:

Radio must be pulled straight out from opening. Do not twist or tilt tools while removing.
To remove tool from radio, release locking tabs on side of radio when removed.

Installing

Reconnect electrical connectors and antenna cable at rear of radio.
Insert radio into instrument panel opening and push straight in until locking tabs engage.
Input anti-theft security code. Refer to Anti-theft security code, inputting .
Confirm radio coding for sound system functions using On Board Diagnostic program function 07, "Code Control Module". Refer to Code Control Module (radio) (function 07) .

NOTE: Radio sound system coding must be performed to account for presence of CD Changer (if installed), Monsoon system (where applicable) and interior sound field differences between models.