Ibiza Mk4 Stereo Removal

[Black_FR]

Hi All,

I've read on here the best way to remove a Mk4 stereo is to use an old credit card cut up - has anyone used this method and does it work ?

I went to a dealership to buy a set of removal tools but was told they couldn't sell me any as they were a specialist tool ? ( supposed it was to stop anyone getting hold of them, but when the car's outside it seemed a bit odd ! ).

Also tried a set of Autoleads European removal tools from Halfords but they weren't any good either.

So does the credit card option work - don't have any spare cards lying around to try at the moment

Thanks

[Triple D]

nah the best way to remove it is to use the correct seat keys, i just so happen had them in my car when i collected it :D

[Aimez]

i tried that and it didnt work, the method i used was to take the spare din slot out first then i took the front (face) of the headunit, it does come off but be carefull. Then you can see where you need to push a screwdriver or something where the keys would normally go and it was really easy. Hey im a woman and i managed it.

[Chemical Al]

you can buy the keys at most motor factors or use ones that have come with other aftermarket HU. i have used the credit card method too its fiddly but does work

[chazly123]

My dealer told me that if i brought it in they would take it out for me for free! You tried yours>?

[-=Rob=-]

Vagparts have 2 removal keys for sale, one is listed as "VWradiokey" and the other is listed as "T10057". Are either of these any good?

http://www.vagparts.com/

[Icecavern]

drop into any motor factors and ask for the keys to remove a modern VW radio ( mk4 golf etc ) and they should cost you £3 max.