How to Install Speakers & a Stereo on a 2003 Cavalier

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    Head Unit Removal

    • 1). Remove the negative terminal of your battery to prevent electrical shock.

    • 2). Remove the trim pieces that are surrounding the dash unit by gently pulling them off.

    • 3). Remove any visible screws securing the dash unit.

    • 4). Open the glove compartment and remove the two screws securing part of the dash unit.

    • 5). Use the plastic tool to pull off the center-dash panel.

    • 6). Remove the two exposed screws.

    • 7). Remove the dash.

    • 8). Remove the screws securing the head unit to the bracket.

    Door Speaker Removal and Installation

    • 1). Remove the two screws under the door handle.

    • 2). Remove all screws along the door panel.

    • 3). Pull of the door panel by prying off the clip along the top edge.

    • 4). Repeat for opposite side.

    • 5). Unscrew each of the door speakers.

    • 6). Replace the two door speakers with your new speakers by soldering the existing wiring to them.

    • 7). Reassemble the doors in the exact reverse order that you disassembled them.

    Back Speaker Removal and Installation

    • 1). Lower your back row of seats.

    • 2). Remove the four exposed clips that are holding the rear dash in place.

    • 3). Remove the trim pieces by gently prying them off.

    • 4). Remove the four screws that are holding each speaker in place.

    • 5). Attach the new speakers and solder the wiring.

    • 6). Reassemble the rear dash exactly as you disassembled it.

    Head Unit Installation

    • 1). Connect your harness adapter to the existing harness.

    • 2). Connect the adapter to your new head unit.

    • 3). Connect your battery and ensure that all components are functional.

    • 4). Secure the head unit to the bracket with screws.

    • 5). Reassemble the dash in the exact reverse order that you disassembled it.

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