2008 Jeep Compass Stereo Removal

[cheapherk]

Bought an aftermarket radio for my 2008 Jeep Compass. I will be installing it myself, but I don't want to mess up removing the old stereo.

I've searched high and low, but I haven't been able to find any specific help on this vehicle. I was really hoping there was a YouTube video, but no luck.

If you have any experience with installing a stereo in a 2008 Jeep Compass, your help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[brblx]

looking at a couple GIS'd pics, i would bet that whole faux aluminum piece around the radio and hvac stuff is held on with clips. once you pry that whole thing loose (use a plastic tool, you can buy them at harbor freight for beans), you can probably see the fasteners for the hvac controls and radio. remove the radio and unclip the harness and antenna.

you might have to do some cutting. is that square opening for the radio even as wide as a regular single din slot?

 

[cheapherk]

Not exactly what I was looking for, but this link shows how to remove everything to get to the stereo, which was my main concern- http://www.rb-designs.ca/blog/2009/...jeep-ipod-integration-kit-jeep-compass-06-08/

 

[brblx]

okay, well everything i said is true...just remember to get those two hidden bolts at the top so you don't break that trim panel in half.

the plastic tools in that link are what i was talking about. definitely pick up a set, or you will leave little screwdriver marks.