How do you remove the original head unit?

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How do you remove the original head unit?

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Cant find a diy or anything or am i just crap at looking lol!!!!???!!!


Can u just plug n play with the head unit u have just baught or do u need special gizmos on the polo, havent fitted one to a polo yet!!! x
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You can take it out with keys, like you would for a normal headunit, however you need special VW ones.

Alternatively you can ask VW to take it out, or a specialised Audio technician.
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Ah writ wiked, so can i just install my head unit to help my speaker upgrade or do i need uva stuffs??
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OK, first of all can you write full words, as it's difficult to understand abbreviations at time.

A change of headunit will give you a boost in volume level, as the aftermarket speakers come with built in amplifier, hence the output increase from around 6w to about 4x50w.
If you want to achieve significant upgrades, you'll need more than a headunit
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Start with the headunit, then look at upgrading your front components, next dicsonnect the rear speakers and finally install an amp and sub to complete the upgrade. That's your basic route to a decent little install!

THe standard headunit can be removed with cut-up bits of credit card, its not easy though :lol: you're best bet is to get a set of removal keys off eBay or get your local dealership or audio specialist to help, as MaxZ says.
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I just yanked my one out and it came out eventually, took the cd shelf thing above it out then just levered it a bit.
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My local dealer did it for me
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I took mine out myself, every time we replace a headunit at work you get another set included with the new stereo. Winner! :D
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You can buy the keys from Halfords. I did,. just tell them what car its for and they'll show you which ones you'll need. They'll also do it for if you ask nicely!
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Yeah i have got good fli trap speakers and a decent head unit just wana no if i need connectors and that from vw iv done loads of installs just i wana no wot i need before i loose me original head unit and my lovelly music lol!!!!
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You headunit should include all necessary wires. Mine did
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Yeah klkl il have a play tomorow nit now, just didnt wana loose me music even tho iv been turning it writ down to listen to my viper lol!!!!!!!!!!!
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