1997 VW Passat VR6 GLX Radio Removal

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Topic: 1997 VW Passat VR6 GLX Radio Removal

Posted By: Focusedonsound
Subject: 1997 VW Passat VR6 GLX Radio Removal
Date Posted: April 02, 2004 at 12:54 PM

I have a 1996 VW Passat VR6 GLX

How do I pull the radio on this? Do I need Radio removal tools? Anything special

Thanks for the help . Your quick replies are much appreciated!

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Posted By: forbidden
Date Posted: April 02, 2004 at 3:04 PM

Yes you need radio removal tools or try a coat hanger in each of the 4 holes in the front panel of the factory radio, one hole in each corner.Gently apply outwards pressure to all 4 holes at the same time and it should pull forward.

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