Changing Stereo in MK2

[bigweb]

I need to change the standard stereo in my GF's 'S' plate MK 2 Mx-5. It has a single DIN unit which doesn't work properly so I have bought a Sony Unit to fit from a friend.

I don't have a clue about car stereo's at all. How do I get it out? It doesn't seem to have any holes for me to stick pins in to remove it as far as I can tell. When I get it out do I need some sort of adaptor to make it work?

Any help would be much appreciated.

[pantscat]

I think the sony head units have a little vertical slits on either side which you're supposed to stick the removal tools into... (think something along the lines of a metal lolly stick).

I seem to remember that I just used a hacksaw blade (a blunt one!) to get my old Sony head unit out.

Alternatively you could get the proper tools - should only be a few quid.

[bigweb]

The old unit is unbranded. The sony one is the replacement for it. I cant see any holes to put the removal tool in at all?

[pantscat]

I hope I'm not pointing out the bleeding obvious, but there's not a plastic facia/bevel around the edge of the old one is there? This might be covering the removal holes...

[Oldandslow]

Worth getting a ISO adapter too if it hasn't got one. Saves a lot of faffing about with terminal blocks or bullet connectors. One end is standard (ISO) plug to fit most aftermarket head units, the other end is specific to the car.

[gd49]

There's a guide here to removing the double din version, but I think the single-din would be similar.
http://www.fitaudio.com/?View=entry&EntryID=14...

Definately worth getting an ISO adapter, I got mine from MX5 Parts and it's worked fine.