Rear deck R&R

[kilodawg]

I have an '84 and a fresh replacement rear deck for the inside. Before I go tearing off like a bull in a china shop and cause more damage than I'm trying to repair is there a trick to this? or do you just remove the screws on the front, then the speakers and pull it off.

Thanks

[bell]

you shouldn't have to remove the speakers as they are only attatched to the deck.
if the current one hasent been out in a while the vinyl may be stuck the the rear window seal, if so use patience and a taped over putty knife to separate the vinyl from the seal (a slight twisting of the knife will work), if it's really stuck try a little heat to soften it up.

[jmohn]

If it's like the SC ( and I think it is) you remove the screws and lift (slide) up on the center section (between the seats). There's a "tang and loop" connector there (behind that section) that must be disengaged. BTW, replacement is a bit more difficult because you must blindly reengage that tang when reinstalling.

Jerry M
'78 SC