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), Monsoon system and interior sound field differences between models (where applicable).

Special tools, testers, and auxiliary items needed

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools - Radio Removal Tool T10057

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Recommended: Radio removal tool JC4225 or Radio removal tool T10057 (two identical pieces).

NOTE: Individual tools are marked "Top L" for and both left upper and lower openings and "Top R" for both right upper and lower openings.

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: Radio Removal Tool T10057 Inserted Into Opening On Face Of Radio

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Insert tool into openings on face of radio -arrows- until they are felt to engage.

NOTE: Use of separate tools T10057 is illustrated here. Procedure is essentially the same for tool JC4225 where all release prongs are integrated into a frame.

Pull radio from instrument panel opening using handles on tool T10057 or frame of tool JC4225.
Disconnect electrical connectors and antenna cable from radio.

NOTE:

Radio must be pulled straight out from opening. Do not twist or tilt tools while removing.

Fig 3: Identifying Radio Locking Tabs

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To remove tool from radio, release locking tabs -arrow- 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.

CAUTION:

When installing radio unit, do not press on display or control buttons in order to engage locking tabs. Damage will result.

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 in order to account for presence of CD Changer and Monsoon amplifier (if installed) and interior sound field differences between models.