Removal and Installation of Audio Unit: Removal

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Perform damper lock operation. (BOSE system) Refer to "LOCKING CD AUTO-CHANGER MECHANISM ".
Remove center ventilator. Refer to CENTER VENTILATOR .
Remove instrument stay cover (LH/RH). Refer to INSTRUMENT STAY COVER (LH/RH) .
Remove screws (2).

Fig 1: Removing Screws
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Remove screws (4).
Remove cluster lid C and audio unit.

Fig 2: Removing Cluster Lid C And Audio Unit
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Unlock FPC (Flexible Print Circuit) connector lock on A/C and AV switch side.
Pull off flexible printed circuit from connector.

Fig 3: Pulling Off Flexible Printed Circuit From Connector
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Remove screws (4) and clips (2). Then remove audio unit from cluster lid C.

Fig 4: Removing Audio Unit From Cluster Lid C
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Remove audio unit screws (8), unified meter and A/C amp. screws (2) and remove bracket.
CAUTION:
- When carrying audio unit body, do not touch internal mechanism access from cassette tape slot.
- Be careful not to allow foreign material to enter from cassette tape slot.
- Use appropriate screws for each, as screws for audio unit are different from that for unified meter and A/C amp.
Fig 5: Removing Audio Unit Screws, Unified Meter And A/C Amp. Screws And Bracket
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