1992 Rover - how to remove CD changer

[rover750]

I apologize in advance if this is a really dumb question. But I am trying to remove the OEM Pioneer CD changer from the back of my truck in order to replace it with a similar OEM changer. I took the two small screws off the accessible side of the metal mounting holding the changer in place. However, changer seems to be firmly attached on the right side as well, although I can't find any visible connectors to loosen.

Can anyone who has done this before kindly advise me on the step by step process to change out the CD changer?

[rover750]

Okay. I think the answer may be to remove the changer and mounting bracket together. First step, by taking out the two screws in the front of the bracket which are rusted in tight on my old girl. Second, remove the screws connecting the changer to the bracket. Then disconnect the white plastic plug and round black plug at the back of the changer. Sound about right?

Anyways, I'll get some liquid wrench tomorrow and give it a try and let y'all know what works.


"Do not yield. Do not flinch. We're Americans, and we'll never surrender."
John McCain

[Roverdude]

I believe the metal bracket is RIVETED to the bulkhead. You'll have to drill them out.

[bjwhite]

That being said, I have a working Pioneer CD changer from 90-92 trucks.....is your factory changer no longer working?

[rover750]

Right. Mine is no longer working, and won't eject the cartridge. I do have a replacement OEM, however, from another truck.

Mission accomplished. We got the old CD changer out and installed the replacement.
No riveted parts and no drilling necessary. It was very easy and took about 1/2 hour. Will post photos tomorrow. Here's what we did:

1) Remove 3 bracket screws. There are two visible on the bracket plate in front of the CD changer and one in the back.

2) Remove carpeted shelf over the stereo equipment which is attached by 6 nuts.

3) Detach the two plugs at the back of the CD changer.

4) Unscrew the CD changer from the bracket, 2 screws on each side.

5) Voilá! Just reverse in order to install the replacement.

Now, if I can just figure out which spring will release the jammed CD cartridge in the old changer so I can get my CDs out! All advice is welcome.

By the way, if anyone needs replacement 6-CD cartridges for these OEM changers, they are Pioneer PRW1141 for Home and Car.


"Do not yield. Do not flinch. We're Americans, and we'll never surrender."
John McCain