Turn off the vehicle and disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to prevent electrical shorts.
Use a panel removal tool to carefully pry off the dashboard trim panels surrounding the stereo area.
Unscrew the mounting screws holding the factory radio in place and gently slide it out of the dashboard.
Disconnect the wiring harness and antenna cable from the back of the factory radio, noting their positions.
Connect the wiring harness adapter to the new stereo's wiring harness, matching color-coded wires securely with a crimper or soldering.
Attach the antenna adapter to the new stereo's antenna port for proper radio reception.
Slide the new stereo into the dash opening, ensuring the wiring is not pinched or strained.
Secure the stereo with the screws removed earlier, tightening them to manufacturer specifications.
Reconnect the wiring harness and antenna cable to the new stereo, ensuring firm connections.
Reinstall the dashboard trim panels, snapping them back into place carefully to avoid damage.
Reconnect the negative terminal of the battery and tighten the terminal clamp.
Turn on the vehicle and test the new radio for sound, reception, and functionality before finalizing the installation.
