Im trying to remove the face off a stock 98 civic radio, but it seems like it wont budge without it cracking. Any tips? Thanks.

 

Wait.. What??

You do realize that stock radios are not detachable face units, right?

 

yea i do. my buttons have gone out, and wanted to take it out and see what i can do.

 

What you can do? Are you able to obtain replacement parts and install said parts?

Probably the only thing you can do is buy another radio on eBay and install it.

In order to get it out, use a bigger pry bar. It'll snap out. j/k.... Seriously, go here: http://www.installdr.com/Insta...3.pdf

 

Remove the stereo from the car and you will see how to remove the face. There are lots of little clips surrounding it. I've removed them before and it's not all that hard if you take your time.

 

alright got it off. looks like the buttons under the face cracked thats why it wont make contact.

 

sounds like you need to get either another stock stereo with the theft code or buy an aftermarket stereo. My advice is to go with an aftermarket stereo.