Thanks for answering my main question (i.e. getting to the unit.)

Now, my follow-up: Can I drive the car with the amplifier removed?

If "Yes", I can carry out the repair attempt/replacement at a leisurely pace; if "No", then I'll need to schedule surgery more carefully!

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Eric

1991 560SEL-Euro (214,000 miles)
1989 420SEL (Retired from daily use at 325,000 miles; Use as donor vehicle)