I decided to resolder the climate control unit on our 560 SEL ('89).

So I busily went ahead and removed the two screws holding the ashtray in place. Knowing the radio has sharp corners, I also decided to remove the wood around the shift lever to keep it from getting damaged.

I then attempted to remove the radio, which is a retrofit (Clarion). It wiggles, but won't slide out. After meny frustrating tries, I removed the right subdash and the center console kick panel. I could find no srews, latches, or anything of any kind holding it in place.

It now looks I have to remove the driver's side lower interior too, but before I do this, I wonder if anyone else has had similar problems. The radio seems to be caught on something. When I try to force it, the entire center console front flexes.

I have to say that whoever installed this and made it so difficult to get it out is now getting my most deplored and hated moron of the year award. (Sorry - I just had to get that off my chest).

Isn't removing the radio supposed to be something like a 15 minute job?

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Henry Bofinger
1989 560 SEL (black/black)
2001 Audi TT Roadster (silver/grey)