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Dismantling Dashboard and Car Radio

Model: Saab 9 3 MK 2 - Years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Car stereo

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Using a plastic tool to avoid damaging the bodywork, lever at the sides of the air conditioning vent panel to disengage the plastic clips and remove it. Still using a plastic tool, lever at the sides of the console panel, then remove it to access the screws securing the radio.

Unscrew the screws from the radio fascia to completely slide the car radio out of its housing.

Carefully remove the car radio by lifting it to allow disconnection of the connectors at the back. Install the new car radio by reversing the steps.


Updated on 4 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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