How to Remove an Audi A4 Stereo

The Audi A4 has a really great stereo system in it when you first purchase the car. Many people still want to remove it and upgrade to something they have chosen. The stock stereo has to be removed before the new one can be installed, which can be done with a few tools. In a matter of minutes, the old system can be removed.

How to Remove an Audi A4 Stereo

Materials Needed

• Audio system removal keys

1. Purchase the four audio system removal keys from your audio dealer. You can also find them for sale over the Internet. This is the only way you can remove the stereo without damage.


2. Start at the top of the stereo. Place once key between the stereo and the housing for the stereo. Make sure you insert the key 1-inch from the top left corner.


3. Take the second key and insert it on the other side and also 1 inch from that top corner.


4. Place the third key in the bottom left hand corner between the stereo and housing. The fourth key should be inserted in the bottom right hand corner between the stereo and housing.


5. Push on all four keys. You should push towards the outer part of the radio. The keys on the left side will move left while the keys on the right side will move right as you push them.


6. Once the clips are released, remove the keys. Be careful because when you remove the keys, the stereo will also be removed.


7. Place the keys back into place as many times as necessary to remove the stereo.