I just bought a 2003 Acura 1.7EL. However, I am having a hell of a time removing the factory CD Player. I have searched the internet and found some similar guides but nothing that works for my interior.

If anyone has experience with this car I would greatly appreciate any tips or help getting the factory unit out, as I have spent about 3 hours now trying to get it out without wrecking the console or dash....

Just for reference, here is a link to a great page on how to remove the factory head unit for a 2004 1.7EL


http://justmycar.moxiereporting.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=45:af termarket-stereo-head-unit-installation-removing-stock-unit&catid=25:diy-procedures&Itemid=37

WOW that looks like a pain personaly i have no clue how to dismantle that dash but i wish you best of luck

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Big box installer (Timmins)
02 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT

SPEAKERS: -6 1/2" component from energy still to come concidering alternatives
-2x Massive audio CW12 in 4.2cf dual chamber square ported at ~35hz

Amps: -DD SS1
-KAC-745

Upgrades: -160 amp alt. maybe
-4 gauge wiring (done)
-0 gauge BIG 3 (done)
-sound deadning the shit out of the van somewhat not done yet
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Ya, it was definitely a pain in the ass install, but I finally got it done. Now I have to build a new box because my old one is too big for my new trunk. :^(

lol make sure everything behind the deck is well secured cause im sure you wont want to go back in there hehee not sure if your done with the deck yet but it would be a good option to make a good deck ground

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Big box installer (Timmins)
02 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT

SPEAKERS: -6 1/2" component from energy still to come concidering alternatives
-2x Massive audio CW12 in 4.2cf dual chamber square ported at ~35hz

Amps: -DD SS1
-KAC-745

Upgrades: -160 amp alt. maybe
-4 gauge wiring (done)
-0 gauge BIG 3 (done)
-sound deadning the shit out of the van somewhat not done yet
?????????

I changed the console so that I can just pull it out from the dash without removing everything over again just in case i do need to alter something. Because my head unit has a seperate 'brain' in the trunk that is where it is grounded.

grounding both would be a good choice to reduce noise production should have a bolt in the back of both unit

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Big box installer (Timmins)
02 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT

SPEAKERS: -6 1/2" component from energy still to come concidering alternatives
-2x Massive audio CW12 in 4.2cf dual chamber square ported at ~35hz

Amps: -DD SS1
-KAC-745

Upgrades: -160 amp alt. maybe
-4 gauge wiring (done)
-0 gauge BIG 3 (done)
-sound deadning the shit out of the van somewhat not done yet
?????????

What's the deal with Honda products these days anyway? They used to be the vehicle of choice for us to work on. Now, they're a pain in the ass!

nice choice on the vehicle, i have one also. check out this forum for questions that are specific to our cars: ClubEL

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Setup:
Panasonic CQ-C7301U HU
Infinity 6.5" fronts
Infinity 6x9 rears
Infinity Reference 12" Subs
Clarion DPX1800 900W Amp
Hardwired IPod
Escort X50 Radar Detector (blue)

Waiting To Be Installed:
Kenwood KAC-8452 4ch amp

Already did. Haha. That is actually where I found the link that I posted. I am loving my new car so far. Much better on gas than what I used to have.