Removal

REMOVAL

NOTE: The USB protective door can be serviced separately and does not require the replacement of the entire radio assembly.

NOTE: REQ and RET radios only must be put into "Transportation Mode" before removal. With Ignition in RUN or ACCESSORY, press SET and SCAN simultaneously until the radio displays "TRANSPORTATION" on the display or for 5 seconds.

1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove instrument panel center bezel trim. Instrument Panel Center Bezel - Removal.
3. Remove radio mounting screws and remove the radio.
4. Disconnect wire harness connectors.

CAUTION: Pulling the antenna cable straight out of the radio without pulling on the locking antenna connector could damage the cable or radio.

5. Disconnect the antenna cable by pulling the locking antenna connector away from the radio.