How to Change the Radio in a Toyota Corolla
For nearly 50 years, the Toyota Corolla has been among the best selling sub-compact automobiles in the world. With its reputation as a reliable and practical car, combining fuel efficiency with ample performance for its class, it is reasonable to expect Toyota to manufacture Corollas for years to come. When Corolla owners outgrow their factory installed stereo system, they can turn to the service of an audio professional to upgrade their radio, or they can replace it themselves for a fraction of the cost.
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Things You'll Need
- Phillips-head screwdriver
- Trim panel removal tool
- Wiring harness adapter
- Faceplate adapter
Instructions
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Disconnect the battery cable from the negative lead post using a Phillips-head screwdriver. Loosen the cable's clamp and remove it from the lead.
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Pry the center console's panel free from the dash using a trim panel removal tool. The center dash panel surrounds the stereo and vents. Pull the hazard switch and defroster button wiring from the back of the panel once it is relieved from the dash.
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Remove the four screws at the corners of the stereo mounting bracket with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Pull the stereo from its dock.
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Pull the wiring connections from the rear of the stereo by the plastic wire grouping binders.
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Connect the wire groups to a wiring harness adapter.
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Insert a faceplate adapter into the slot left by the removed factory deck.
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Connect the new radio to the wiring harness adapter. Insert the new unit into the faceplate adapter until the face of the stereo is flush with the trim of the faceplate adapter.
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Connect the hazard and defroster switch wiring to the center console trim panel. Replace the panel on the dash by hand. Press around the perimeter of the panel until the four clips at the corners are locked into place.
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Replace the battery cable around the negative battery lead. Tighten the cable's clamp with a Phillips-head screwdriver.
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Tips & Warnings
The proper size for the Corolla's stereo deck is single DIN.
