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How do remove 1996 Mercedes c280 factory RADIO?

To remove the factory radio from a 1996 Mercedes C280, you will need the following tools:

- A Phillips head screwdriver

- A flat head screwdriver

- A pair of pliers

Step 1: Remove the HVAC control panel.

1. Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws that hold the HVAC control panel in place.

2. Once the screws are removed, gently pry the HVAC control panel out of the dashboard. Be careful not to damage any of the wires or connections behind the panel.

Step 2: Remove the radio bezel.

1. Use the flat head screwdriver to pry the radio bezel off of the dashboard. The bezel is held in place by a series of clips, so you may need to use some force to remove it.

2. Once the bezel is removed, you will see the four screws that hold the radio in place.

Step 3: Remove the radio.

1. Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the four screws that hold the radio in place.

2. Once the screws are removed, gently pull the radio out of the dashboard. Be careful not to damage any of the wires or connections behind the radio.

Step 4: Disconnect the radio.

1. Use the pliers to disconnect the antenna cable from the back of the radio.

2. Then, use the pliers to disconnect the power and speaker wires from the back of the radio.

Step 5: Remove the radio from the car.

1. Once all of the wires are disconnected, you can remove the radio from the car.

2. Be careful not to drop the radio, as it is a delicate piece of equipment.

Step 6: Install the new radio.

1. To install the new radio, simply reverse the steps that you took to remove the old radio.

2. Be sure to connect all of the wires correctly, as this is important for the radio to function properly.

Step 7: Test the radio.

1. Once the new radio is installed, turn it on and test it to make sure that it is working properly.

2. If the radio is not working properly, double-check all of the connections and make sure that the fuse is not blown.