Car radio — removal and installation (Opel Zafira A)

This section shows the removal of the standard (installed at the factory) radios. Depending on the configuration and level of equipment, various radios can be installed, differing in functionality and appearance. However, the sequence of removal and installation is the same.

Third-party radios usually have a different mounting method and are removed differently. To remove such radios, use the instructions included with the radio.

Note: The operation is shown on the Zafira model. On the Astra model, the operation is performed similarly.

Warning! Standard radios usually have a special code that must be entered when turning on, after disconnecting the power supply. Therefore, before you begin removing the radio, as well as before disconnecting the battery, you must make sure that you have this code (usually written in the service book). To decode the radio if there is no code, you must contact a specialized service center or a specialized workshop.

Removal

1. Prepare the car for work (see "Preparing the car for maintenance and repair").

2. Using a 2 mm Allen key, unscrew the four plugs.



3. Insert two staples made of stiff wire or four suitable pins with a diameter of about 3 mm into the holes that appear and remove the radio.





4. If it is necessary to remove the mounting frame, use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the screw that secures it.

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5. Press the side fasteners and remove the frame from the center console.



6. Disconnect the plugs of one... from the frame.



...or two antenna cables (depending on the radio) and we remove the cables from the clamps on the frame.





7. Press the clamps...



...and disconnect the wiring harness connector.

Installation

We install the car radio in the reverse order and after turning it on, enter the code.