How to Remove a Car Radio
It is not uncommon for people who drive older model cars to update the radio in the car. Some people will take their car to a professional to have the service done, but it is something you can easily do yourself.
Removing the old radio from your car is easy to do by following a few simple steps.
- Refer to the manual of the car to see if it has a diagram of how the radio is hooked up in the car. If it is an old car it is more than likely you do not have the manual. Some auto parts stores have car manuals in stock or they may be able to order one for you depending on the age of the car.
- Lift the hood on your car and disconnect the battery. This should be done so you will not be shocked when coming in contact with the wiring.
- Use a screwdriver to remove the screws holding the radio in place.
- Grasp the stereo and gently pull it out toward you after you have removed the screws. If you find the stereo hard to pull out there may be some bolts holding it in place. If this is the case you will need to remove some panels on the dashboard to get to the bolts. Once the bolts are removed you can continue to pull the radio out.
- Use your hands to wiggle the wires attached to the radio back and forth to loosen them, and then pull them out.