How to Upgrade the Car Stereo in a KIA Rondo
When a Kia Rondo owner decides to upgrade the stereo in the car, it is cheaper to do the installation work at home. The owner should check with several sources to find a new stereo for the lowest price. The replacement unit will need to be the same size as the old one if the owner wants to house it in the dash.
- Decide which stereo to buy to upgrade the existing sound system in your Kia Rondo. Make sure that you buy a stereo that will fit properly inside the dash of the car. Shop for the unit at a local electronics store or online. Compare the different prices to determine which source to use for the purchase.
- Park the Kia in your garage or in your driveway if you are going to install the new stereo during the day. Open the hood and disconnect the negative battery terminal, which is the black one not the red one. Remove the new stereo from the package and place it on your driver’s seat.
- Sit down on the passenger side of the Kia and use a screwdriver to remove the dashboard trim surrounding the stereo. Insert the screwdriver into the dash seam and lift it off. Loosen the screws that hold the stereo in place and put them in your pocket. Slide the old stereo out and remove the wiring from the unit.
- Put the old stereo on the floor. Connect the wiring to the new unit and slide it into place. Fasten the screws to secure the new stereo, then put the dash back on. Put the negative battery terminal on and insert the key into the ignition so you can turn the stereo on to see if it works.
- Close the hood if the stereo works properly. Dispose of the old unit by taking it to an electronics recycling facility in your area. Fill out the new stereo warranty card and mail it off. Save the packaging in case you have any problems with the unit in the future.