QuestionI need to replace the radio in my truck and need to know what is involved in the removal and replacement.
AnswerRADIO
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Open the cup holder and remove the two screws securing the assembly to the instrument panel Cup Holder Remove/Install Remove the cup holder assembly from the instrument panel
Remove the ash receiver. Remove the two screws securing the ash receiver bracket to the instrument panel Ash Receiver Remove/Install Remove the ash receiver bracket assembly from the instrument panel
Carefully pry the bezel away from the instrument panel to disengage the retaining clips Cluster Bezel Remove/Install
Unplug the connector from cigar lighter Cigar Lighter Remove/Install
Unplug the connector from the auxiliary power outlet.
Remove the two radio mounting screws from the front of the radio Radio Mounting
Pull the radio out from the instrument panel far enough to disconnect the wiring and the antenna coaxial cable Radio Connectors
Remove the screw from the radio ground strap and remove the radio.
Reverse the removal procedures to install.
