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Service Procedure

1. Remove the screw access cover from the bottom of the instrument panel center stack bezel (Figure 1).





2. Remove the center bezel attaching screws (Figure 1).

3. Gently pry out on the edge of the instrument panel center bezel using a trim stick (special tool # C-4755 or equivalent). Set the bezel aside leaving the accessory switches connected.

4. Clean the top of the radio assembly with a clean cloth.





5. Peel the paper backing from the supplied aluminum foil tape strips and apply the tape strips to the top of the radio so that the two rows of vent slots are covered (Figure 2). Be sure that the slots are completely covered and that the tape is sealed around all of the edges.

6. Install the instrument panel center bezel (Figure 1). Install the bezel retaining screws and tighten them securely.

7. Install the screw access cover at the bottom of the center bezel.