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Audio Unit Removal


UNIT REMOVAL
CAUTION:
- All SRS electrical wiring harnesses are covered with yellow outer insulation.
- Before disconnecting the SRS wire harness, install the short connector(s) on the airbag(s)
Installing the short connector
- To avoid accidental deployment and possible injury, always install the protective short connector(s) on the driver's (and passenger's) airbag connector(s) before working near any SRS wiring.
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable.
2. Install the short connector(s):






Driver's Side:
Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then remove the short connector (RED) from the panel.
- Disconnect the connector between the driver's airbag and cable reel, then install the short connector (RED) on the airbag side of the connector.
Front Passenger's Side (Sedan SE model):
- Remove the glove box.






- Disconnect the connector between the front passenger's airbag and SRS main harness, install the short connector (RED) on the airbag side of the connector. Disconnecting the SRS Connector at the Fuse Box






CAUTION: Avoid breaking the connector; it's doublelocked

1 First lift the connector lid with a thin screwdriver, then press the connector tab down and pull the connector out.
2. To reinstall the connector, push it into position until it clicks, then close its lid.
- Replace the entire affected SRS harness assembly if it has an open circuit or damaged wiring.

NOTE: The radio may have a coded theft protection circuit. Be sure to get the customer's code number before

- Disconnecting the battery.
- Removing the No.24 (7.5 A) fuse (in the under-hood fuse/relay box).
Removing the radio.






1. Remove the floor console and the ashtray.
2. Remove the two screws, then pull the stereo radio/cassette player out of the instrument panel.






3. Disconnect the 16-P connector and the antenna lead. After service, reconnect power to the radio and turn it on. When the word "CODE" is displayed, enter the customer's 5-digit code to restore radio operation.