How to Take the Radio out of a 1989 Honda Accord

After the Honda Accord was introduced in 1976, it became established as an economical, dependable and fuel-efficient car. After the body was upscaled, the 1989 Honda Accord became larger and sportier. The radio in the 1989 Accord comes in one unit, which is attached to a pocket located under the radio. Taking the radio out of your 1989 Accord requires only a screwdriver, a wrench and a few minutes of your time.

Things You'll Need

  • Screwdriver
  • Wrench
  • Remove the two screws on each side of the center dash console with a screwdriver.

  • Raise the back of the center dash console up. Pull the console away from the dash assembly and set the dash console aside.

  • Pull out and remove the ashtray. Pull out the metal ashtray bracket by removing the two screws at the top of the bracket holding the ashtray. Remove the screw behind the metal bracket.

  • Loosen the two 8-mm bolts holding the radio to the metal bracket with a wrench. Loosen the bolts just enough to loosen the mounting bracket for the radio. Leave the bolts in place.

  • Grasp the radio firmly and pull it toward you. Remove the radio from the dash.

  • Unplug the white plastic wire harness connector. Unplug the black cable from the back of the radio.