soupersonic
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I blew my dash off with compressed air and dust got on the inside of the radio display. Would anyone happen to know how to get it off the inside of the display screen? Thanks!
Got dust on inside of radio display screen
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soupersonic
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I tried blowing more air in it and it didn't do anything.
As for taking the radio out, I think I will just have to live with it I guess.
Thanks!
As for taking the radio out, I think I will just have to live with it I guess.
Thanks!
soupersonic
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Radio removal
Well, I found a you tube video about how to remove the bezel around the radio and it didn't seem too hard so I decided to take a crack at it and am happy to report that all went well. I took pictures when I could. I succeeded in getting rid of the dust between the display screen and the radio with a microfiber cloth and it's crystal clear now! Whew! I won't be using compressed air to blow off delicate electronics ever again.
Start with two covers that snap into place on the front of the left and right cubby holes on the dash.
Rock them back and forth gently with steady outward pressure until they come loose.
I didn't get a picture, but there are two 1/4" slots, one on each side the bezel behind the covers I just removed. You will need some sort of "L" shaped instrument to put in these slots to apply outward pressure to pull the bezel loose. I used an allen wrench wrapped in a rag so as not to scratch anything and it worked great. Here's the bezel once you get it off. The hardest clips to get off were the very top two at the top of the dash. Just work them and work them by hand gently and eventually they give.
Next there is a small screw on each side of the faceplate holding it to the radio box (which stays in the dash).
The left side is cramped for room so I used an angled screwdriver.
Next there's three small tabs on top........
....and two on the bottom you can pry up with your fingers and the faceplate pops right off.
Faceplate removed.
Once out, I removed the eight screws holding the circuit board to the faceplate and seperated the two. Then just wipe inside the faceplate screen and the radio display with a microfiber cloth and I have a crystal clear radio display again. Installation is reverse.
Well, I found a you tube video about how to remove the bezel around the radio and it didn't seem too hard so I decided to take a crack at it and am happy to report that all went well. I took pictures when I could. I succeeded in getting rid of the dust between the display screen and the radio with a microfiber cloth and it's crystal clear now! Whew! I won't be using compressed air to blow off delicate electronics ever again.
Start with two covers that snap into place on the front of the left and right cubby holes on the dash.
Rock them back and forth gently with steady outward pressure until they come loose.
I didn't get a picture, but there are two 1/4" slots, one on each side the bezel behind the covers I just removed. You will need some sort of "L" shaped instrument to put in these slots to apply outward pressure to pull the bezel loose. I used an allen wrench wrapped in a rag so as not to scratch anything and it worked great. Here's the bezel once you get it off. The hardest clips to get off were the very top two at the top of the dash. Just work them and work them by hand gently and eventually they give.
Next there is a small screw on each side of the faceplate holding it to the radio box (which stays in the dash).
The left side is cramped for room so I used an angled screwdriver.
Next there's three small tabs on top........
....and two on the bottom you can pry up with your fingers and the faceplate pops right off.
Faceplate removed.
Once out, I removed the eight screws holding the circuit board to the faceplate and seperated the two. Then just wipe inside the faceplate screen and the radio display with a microfiber cloth and I have a crystal clear radio display again. Installation is reverse.
RMinNJ
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Thanks for the detailed write up. Congrats.
If I may add..when I got my radio replaced they left the plastic protection film on the outside of the display.. I left it on as the original radio has a somewhat scratched display.
When this cheap film wears out I think I woud try to find a long phone protector film and cover the display. It seems to be made out of scratch-able plastic.
If I may add..when I got my radio replaced they left the plastic protection film on the outside of the display.. I left it on as the original radio has a somewhat scratched display.
When this cheap film wears out I think I woud try to find a long phone protector film and cover the display. It seems to be made out of scratch-able plastic.
soupersonic
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Yes it does! First thing I did when I got my brand new Sonic was barely run my finger across the front of the screen to wipe some dust off and it scratched terribly! So I now use only a microfiber cloth to wipe off the screen. The protective film is a great idea and wouldn't be too hard to do.
Ontario Sonic
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Hey, guys. I have a similar problem actually. I just bought my Sonic a week ago (certified pre-owned) and as such it had a few flaws from the previous owner. However, non was more disastrous than the radio display, which is scratched beyond reproach. It looks like you can just pop the clear plastic screen right off with a little effort, so i was hoping i could do that and just put a brand new screen on in it's place. My question is, does anyone know where i could find one to order online? I have looked around quite a bit and had no luck...
Failing that, any methods to remove the scratches will also be helpful
Failing that, any methods to remove the scratches will also be helpful
RMinNJ
Active member
Right..my original radio was severely scratched. If its CPO I would ask them if they could replace the radio...not sure they sell just the front? Maybe find a used one online and swap the display of that?
Caveat empor; The dealer really scratched up my dash replacing the radio (apparently the tech had not seen the youtube video) and that created more problems that they had to fix. You should decide if the amount of scratches in your display are worth the risk at a dealer. One should not have to choose like that I realize.
I still have the factory protective piece of plastic on it. When that deteriorates I think I would get a large phone protective shield like techarmor.
Caveat empor; The dealer really scratched up my dash replacing the radio (apparently the tech had not seen the youtube video) and that created more problems that they had to fix. You should decide if the amount of scratches in your display are worth the risk at a dealer. One should not have to choose like that I realize.
I still have the factory protective piece of plastic on it. When that deteriorates I think I would get a large phone protective shield like techarmor.
angelxamaya
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Hi, I'm having the same problem in my 2013 Sonic, can anybody help me with the guide? The images are gone and I don't know exactly how to do it. Thanks in advance!