How to remove the Stereo Unit ?

I oOEddOo I · May 29, 2010

Currently i want to connect my amp to the stereo to get going the problem is that i can't get the unit out anyone knows how to ?

MikeSel^ · May 29, 2010

You need the 'keys' for it. You can get them from Audi, or maybe halfrauds

I oOEddOo I · May 29, 2010

Do you know what they call ??

I have look on youtube is it that ??
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMI3ktIPCcU&feature=related

MikeSel^ · May 29, 2010

These are um..

http://shop.ebay.co.uk/?_from=R40&_...+radio+removal+keys&_sacat=See-All-Categories

I got mine from a friend who works at audi

Slide them in the slots and the radio should slide out.. I guess it will depend what unit you have as to which ones you need?

I oOEddOo I · May 29, 2010

I was just looking at that do you know which one to get ??

MikeSel^ · May 29, 2010

What stereo do you have?

I oOEddOo I · May 29, 2010

My car is 2008
http://images.newcars.com/images/ca...-Drive-FrontTrak-Interior-Stereo-Controls.png

that

MikeSel^ · May 29, 2010

Im not 100% as im not lucky enough to own a 2008.. (Love the interior btw) but these claim to be for double din (which yours is) and has 4 'keys'
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Audi-Double-D...Players_PP&hash=item3a54052105#ht_2362wt_1139

You may want to get a second opinion before committing to buy though

I oOEddOo I · May 29, 2010

Double din i think
single one is only suitable to 2003
What do you think ?

MikeSel^ · May 29, 2010

It is double, but I know the gaps in the keys are designed to hook round clips on the rails of the radio. I've not removed a stereo like yours so I don't know what the clips look like.

I dont want to tell you to get them, and then them to be wrong. Sorry I couldn't help more

AndyMac · May 29, 2010

Yes double DIN you need 4 keys. Before doing anything remove the glovebox, this will give you access to the rear of the HU. Insert the keys with the angled sides pointing inwards (towards each other). You should feel some resistance and then a slight click. With all the keys engaged push the HU from behind. DO NOT pull the HU out using the keys to pull on. If they have not engaged properly you can jam the spring clips and you'll have a right nightmare freeing it.
Check the HU is free at all 4 corners before using any real force to push it out. Once it is out you then push the spring clips in to release the keys.

I oOEddOo I · May 29, 2010

Andy will these keys help ??
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Ford-Double-D...S_In_Car_Audio_Players_PP&hash=item3a5405285f

Ash187 · May 30, 2010

i did this today, i wish i had known to push from behind! my fingers are swollen now from pulling on the keys... and it took 2 of us to get it out
so stupid... i thought it was jammed somewhere or i had the wrong keys :think:

i should be fitting in my new headunit tomorrow morning though... so overall a good result.

By the way for the keys i would just go to Audi or halfrauds... they shouldn't charge much for them.

oOEDDOo
those keys look like the right ones.

I oOEddOo I · May 30, 2010

yh i was trying to connect my amp in but the unit just didn't want to come out i try to get it out with a screw driver for abit but don't wanna scratch the face of it so i stop.

I brought these keys so hopefully is right
http://www.powernetshop.at/en/media/images/ford4-4.jpg

jb0o · May 30, 2010

Remember to push the keys to the side as you pull, i cut my hand pretty badly trying to tug, lol.

I oOEddOo I · May 30, 2010

Anyone can correct me if the this keys are right ??
http://www.powernetshop.at/en/media/images/ford4-4.jpg

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