How do you remove the radio from a 2008 Gmc sierra?

Answer 1

It's very simple, but requires a finesse of pressure so as not to snap the plastic trim. What you'll need - Your wife's pancake flipper, small suction cup small socket set. Start in the top right or left corner with a suction cup. Pull out just enough to get the rubber or plastic pancake flipper behind the trip piece. The metal spring will pop out with just the right pressure. It's important to know exactly where they are located so you are prying closest to the spring and not just on the plastic trim. The first 2 will likely pop simotaneously, then you'll be able to see in where the next spring is and make sure you pry right on that location and the next spring will release. Move to the other side starting at the top again, and work your way down. There is only one spring on the bottom in the middle. Note-the trim piece is all one piece, even across the top of the CD player, and this is the thinnest piece of plastic and most likely to crack, so be very carefull, and mindful of that fact. Once the radio screws are exposed, remove all 4, and the other 4 screws for the climate control and the lighter will also likely have to come out as they overlap, otherwise you will risk cracking the mounting points. Hope this helps.