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15 of 18 found the following review helpful:
 These Just Don't Do the Trick Feb 21, 2009
By Gregorian Chanter
Let me say first that these tools are sold in pairs. This is what one would infer from the photo, but is not stated explictly.
I wanted to remove the "Symphony" model radio from my 2001 Audi A4. I ordered two sets (four removal tools), as this radio is quite tall and so has a pair of locks at both the bottom and top of the radio. The removal tools have legends stamped into them, "Top-L" and "Top-R". This is to ensure that the user has the correct side of the tool facing up, and the correct tool inserted into the left and right slots of the radio. This positions the notch near the tip towards the inside of the radio. I also referenced my Bentley's manual for the correct insertion of the tool, and the drawings there match with the legends stamped on the tools.
The two lower tools snapped into position. The two upper tools went in, but there was no snap. I tried pulling on the lower tools to remove the radio, as directed in the Bentley's manual. The radio did not budge, not even a bit. Eventually I pulled hard enough that the bottom tools popped out, which is fortunate since the (bottom) radio locks are designed to capture the removal tools until they are released manually AFTER the radio is removed. I slid out the two top removal tools, which came out as easily as they went in.
I closely inspected the tools after my abortive attempt to remove the radio. The notches in the tools were stretched out somewhat by the pulling force I had to exert. This is not because I am so strong, but because the tools are made thin and soft aluminum, rather than steel.
My recommendation: Stay away from these tools if you have an Audi radio.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
 Mercedes Radio Removal Jul 05, 2010
By N. C. Vail
You can't remove a Mercedes Radio without this tool. It works in seconds;
snap in the tools on each side and the radio slides out instantly. Also,
don't let Mercedes Benz Helpline tell you there is NO FUSE on the back of
the radio - THERE IS!
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
No problems for me Feb 07, 2012
By Jason
I used these on a 2004 Boxster S with CDR-23 radio. I was skeptical and almost bought different ones because of the comments about them being flimsy. I can only speak for my experience of course, and I had zero problems.
There are no instructions so let me tell you what I did in case it helps. They are labeled L and R. You insert them in their respective sides with the notches facing inwards. Wiggle it a little as you put them into the slots if it feels blocked. If all you feel is some resistance then push a little harder. If it continues to slip in then you are in good shape. Push until it snaps in place. When it snaps it will be locked in place until you get the radio out.
After getting both tools in I had to yank a few times before the radio finally moved about 0.5in. After that I could ease it out. Go slowly to make sure that the wires in back are not hung up on anything.
My fingers did not feel great afterwards but I was never concerned about getting cut. If you want just use some cloth or a rag when you put your fingers in the tool.
After getting the radio out you remove the tools by pressing in on the spring loaded piece of metal on the side of the radio. The tool can be pulled out while you push on the side of the radio. when the tool comes out you will see how the spring loaded piece of metal holds the radio in.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Perfect for Mercedes E320 Jan 09, 2012
By franky
Was sceptical at first with the mixed reviews but once i got them i was excited to try. I put the keys in my stereo and 2 seconds later it was out so easy thanx alot... i would definitly recommend buying this product if u have a mercedes
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Beware Dec 23, 2011
By toolsucks
Don't buy these tools. Cheap and they bend not to mention they aren't pressed to high enough tolerance to actually clip into the radio and pull it out. Garbage
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