The two tabs do not click into place, and my radio deck can easily be pulled right out of the dash. Is there a way to get the kit to snap into place?
1732379
I noticed the same thing on mine. It seems to snap into place on the upper half but hangs out about .25" at the bottom. The whole deck is easily removed though. Mine is installed in my 2002 VW Jetta GLS.
1732380
More the likely your radio is hitting something in the back and not allowing it to sit all the way in.I had to cut several pieces of plastic out of my jetta to get the double . din to click and lock in place
1732381
Try putting it in upside down from the way the instructions say I put it the way it said at first and it would slide out from bottom, but I flipped and now it's great, and it will need a nice hard push for it to click so don't be afraid, but don't exaggerate on the force to get it to click.
2063808
One of my vehicles has the stick-on, my taco truck has the in-channel. My personal preference is for the in-channel. The in-channel required more manipulation, and I used some folded card board to press the adhesive tightly in the channel. I intentionally installed the system on a warm/hot day, since I knew the adhesion would be important. Anyway, I had the diy skills to properly install the system, and when installed properly, it ain't going anywhere, and nothing looks better.
250110
I experienced the same issue, to solve it, first; I squeezed the tab with a pair of pliers, (flexing it a bit to loosen it up), then, while inserting the plug, I angled the tab into the hole on the frame (as much as possible anyways), then once its was all lined up, I just gave it a good sack down on my work bench and voila! Success! Although it seemed like it was hard and maybe even a bit brittle, I really doubt it will break.
571237
You need to pop off the covers at the rear end of the vehicle using a flat head screw driver or similar prying tool. Also helps to unscrew the antenna prior to inserting the crossbars.
548091
If you slightly lift the tabs on the side from the bottom the snap together that way. Be careful because they break super easy!!
746867
Hello Frank,The connector doesn't click in place, but the fit is usually snug. If you still see metal when you connect it, go ahead and wrap it in electrical tape.Nathanielwww.FortressSecurityStore.com
100756
There are YouTube videos available that show you how to remove the panel and radio. I installed an aftermarket Bluetooth kit shortly after purchasing my Rav 4 utilizing one of these videos and it wasn't difficult. If you have some masking tape and a plastic panel tool (available on Amazon) it makes it very unlikely you will do any damage when popping off the panel pieces. PS... Having since purchased this item, I do feel the need to further add that there is no installation documentation with this whatsoever. Just a very brief end-user type guide. You are entirely on your own as far as putting it in. Not all the connections are "self explanatory".
2203407
There is a release button that you press that releases it on the side. Should be! If not reach to the side and pull up from toward the back not the front so as to not pull on the tabs. I don't actually have this I got it for my nephew. If this doesn't help, contact me back and in the meantime I'll ask them and get you a better answer.
132480
Grab the two tabs on the bottom and pull them toward the hood of the truck they should just pop right off! Hope this helps!
2277499
I ran into the same problem, and solved it by cutting a piece of 1" PVC , which has a OD of1 1/4 , and slipping it over the Antenna mounting stub. It wasn't a tight fit, but a couple of wraps of electrical tape made it snug up pretty well. I did the same thing on the outside of the PVC until the fit into the mounting arm was snug. It worked well, and hasn't had any problems, even after some realy fierce storms.Do yourself a favor and pre-assemble the antenna onto the arm before getting on the ladder. I did it the hard way, at the top of the ladder. Found out that only one u-clamp could be used, instead of two. I ran into the same problem, and solved it by cutting a piece of 1" PVC , which has a OD of1 1/4 , and slipping it over the Antenna mounting stub. It wasn't a tight fit, but a couple of wraps of electrical tape made it snug up pretty well. I did the same thing on the outside of the PVC until the fit into the mounting arm was snug. It worked well, and hasn't had any problems, even after some realy fierce storms.Do yourself a favor and pre-assemble the antenna onto the arm before getting on the ladder. I did it the hard way, at the top of the ladder. Found out that only one u-clamp could... » Read More I ran into the same problem, and solved it by cutting a piece of 1" PVC , which has a OD of1 1/4 , and slipping it over the Antenna mounting stub. It wasn't a tight fit, but a couple of wraps of electrical tape made it snug up pretty well. I did the same thing on the outside of the PVC until the fit into the mounting arm was snug. It worked well, and hasn't had any problems, even after some realy fierce storms.Do yourself a favor and pre-assemble the antenna onto the arm before getting on the ladder. I did it the hard way, at the top of the ladder. Found out that only one u-clamp could be used, instead of two. « Show Less
1352849
make an adapter to fit the contact that go to the radio..i had to do some carving with a knife and sand paper to get it to fit the radio properly
1780472
I took mine a Auto radio and stereo systems Sales service and had them put it in.There are too many things that you can break when taking the dash out. Good Luck!
2188520
hey Kasey, I don't know what you are putting it in but you may need a installation kit, to go around the radio and fit into the opening. I needed one for my installation. The nav. you will need to buy it. It doesn't come with the unit. Nav. works great buy the way!! The nav will have everything you need for the installation of it. If you have any other questions just hit me back. Good Luck!!!
1503363
Yes, I had the same problem. Got this and it works great. It's kinda hard to place it in, just take your time.
1658589
The only way I know is by using the clips that came with the radio. You must slide them through the sides of the radio between the radio and the radio mount. It will disengage the two clips holding the radio in place.
221682
I took the edge of a screw driver and moved the pieces that pop together so I could get it apart you have to do each one then once you part them all it comes apart you pop the cell in and then put the 2 pieces back together and push the tab parts together and place the soft cover back over it. I hope this helps. I really needed something to pry those tabs apart a small flat edge screw driver worked best.
1778091
It should attach from the back, there should be a piece that perfectly surrounds the AC buttons and then once you attach that it should be flush with the main dash insert. If you don't have that plastic piece that perfectly surrounds the AC buttons/housing you may need to get a replacement kit as it could be a missing part. Good luck buddy.