How do you remove the Sony 6 Disc MP3 Player from a 2008 Ford Focus?

Question

Specifically I would like to know how to remove the facia plate on the Dashboard as I believe the Stereo is then screwed into the dash behind this. It is in a 2008 Ford Focus ST-3 if this helps, I assume the procedure will be the same as that for the removal of the ST-2 variant also. Just to clarify, it is the facelift model of the Focus with the newer style Sony Unit, not the square black one in the previous ST. Thanks!!!

Answer 1

Don't I repeat Don't! Remove the stereo in your 2008 Focus!!!! Everyone that has tried to upgrade the stereo in that model has had massive electrical problems! with the whole car!!!!. Ford will not cover the damaged wiring . I researched the 08 Focus for 6 months before I got one and the stereo was something I wanted to upgrade with a aftermarket model. I found out that the way Ford has done the wiring in this car it made it impossible to modify without affecting other systems! I decided to go with the 500 watt Audiophile unit. If your unit is broken let Ford fix it for Free under warranty!