| HELP! Radio removal - dashboard built like Fort Knox!
Hurrah! At last I\'ve removed the radio! Check out the pics here
http://www.mini2.com/gallery/personal/index.php?gallery=gazzaman28
Can anyone confirm whether the wiring is standard BMW, so I can get an adapter easily?
The way the MINI stereo screws in is very dodgy, but I\'ve placed my Sony stereo\'s metal sleeve into the slot and I think with a bit of subtle padding to cover the 5mm gap, it should fit snugly, avoiding the need for a specially made DIN adapter plate. I will try and get some exact dimensions anyway over the weekend in case this is needed.
To remove the radio do the following:
1. Remove 4 bolts either side of the silver vertical pieces
2. Remove 2 screws in cupholders
3. Carefully pull out shiny rim surrounding gearstick
4. Put your hand under the mirror adjuster dongle and pop that up out of it\'s fitting
5. Remove screw(s) (sorry forgotten!) that are now visible
6. Lift up whole unit to reveal polystyrene pieces under each silver vertical piece, and carefully remove both of them
7. Silver pieces can now be moved out of the way
8. Remove 4 screws holding front of radio in place
I hope this helps!  | 
