Q: How do I remove and install the radio and door speaker in the Lexus ES300,1997 through 2001 Toyota Solara and 1997 through 2001 Toyota Avalon?
A: To remove the radio, disconnect the negative battery cable, remove the center dashboard trim bezel, then remove the radio's retaining screws and pull it outward to access the backside. Disconnect the electrical connectors and antenna lead. For installation, follow the reverse procedure.For door speaker removal, remove the door trim panel, then take out the speaker retaining screws. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the speaker from the vehicle. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Q: How do you disconnect the negative battery cable and remove the radio, door speakers, and tweeters in a 2002 through 2008 Toyota Solara and 2002 through 2006 Toyota Avalon?
A: To disconnect the negative battery cable, remove the dash panel surrounding the radio. If necessary, remove the air conditioning control panel and front console trim to access the radio mounting screws. Remove the mounting bolts and pull the radio outward to access the backside, then disconnect the electrical connectors and antenna lead. For the Car Speakers, remove the door trim panel and disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the speaker mounting screws and remove the speaker from the vehicle. For tweeters, remove the door trim panels or package tray to access the screws mounting the tweeters. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the tweeter. On Sciara models, pry up the speaker grilles and unbolt the tweeters. Installation is the reverse of removal.