How to Remove a Pioneer From a Dash
Pioneer manufactures a variety of car stereo head units to fit a wide range of car audio needs. To replace, repair or add an external device to your Pioneer stereo, you must first extract the deck from the vehicle's stereo mounting dock. Use the Pioneer stereo extraction tools that were provided with the head unit. If you do not have the original set of devices, purchase replacements to remove the Pioneer stereo unit from your vehicle's dash.
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Instructions
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Lift the vehicle's hood. Loosen the bolt that secures the grounding cable to the battery. The grounding cable connects the battery to the frame of the vehicle. Remove the cable and set it aside. Move to the vehicle's passenger cabin.
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Remove the dashboard panelling and any other obstructions from the vehicle's dashboard. Follow the guidance of the vehicle's repair manual for instructions specific to your vehicle.
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Slide the two Pioneer removal keys into the two slots at the bottom corners of the stereo. Push the tools into the openings until you feel them lock into place. Place your fingers inside the rings at the ends of the tools and pull the stereo from the vehicle's stereo dock.
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Disconnect the two stereo wiring connectors from the outlets on the back side of the Pioneer head unit. Unplug the antenna cable lead from the FM antenna input on the lower-right corner of the Pioneer's rear panel.
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Tips & Warnings
Purchase the Pioneer head unit removal tools from Pioneer directly or an aftermarket car stereo retailer.
Leave the grounding cable away from the battery until the new stereo is connected or the Pioneer unit is replaced. Disconnecting or connecting a head unit while the grounding cable is connected can lead to shock and a shorting of the vehicle's electrical system.
