How do you pull the radio in a 2006 c230 i want to install the ipod kit myself but di see how the radio comes out?
Thanks!

 

i just got an 06 350 and i want to add a little bit to the radio myself, adding some subwoofers and change the door speakers and throw in a few amps. but for your situation, you need to remove the a/c area and the area with heated seats/esp/locks/tow etc first using a panel upholstery tool. becareful not to scratch the trim. i would recommend wraping the forked end of the tool with a sock or some thin cotton/fabric. simply pry up and out VERY gently around all the edges. after you remove the upper and lower section, youll be able to remove the radio and into the aux ports in the rear. good luck!

 

so both of those areas simply pry out and are not attached by anything?

 

the center air nozzle got two screws. tilt them fully up and you will see on the lower outer edge. unscrew them, then tilt them fully downwards and you will see a catch lugs on the outer edges. press them down with a flat screwdriver...while gently pulling them out. difficult for first timer, but very easy the second time.

omce the center air nozzle is out, you can now see two screws for the switches. remove them.

now pull up the cover on shift lever. no screws on it unless you screw it up.

you will see two screws/catch lugs on lower edge, press or remove them ...remove the ashtray housing.

remove the a/c control unit, and then the radio.

have fun.

 

how much would a benz dealer sell the radio removal tool for?

 

no idea because they special tools and not for sale.

however, if you purchase a new radio, it is included.

Jmack's radio is different and don't need this tool.

 

I think i have it down except for the shifter cover.
I do have a manual so can you explain in better detail how the cover comes off?
Thank you this has been very helpful