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Factory Radio Removal

Toyota Prado 120 Factory Radio Removal Guide (2002–2009)

🚗 Toyota LandCruiser Prado 120 Series⏱ Approx. 30–45 min🔧 Difficulty: Easy–Intermediate

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What this guide covers: removing the factory radio and centre fascia from a right-hand-drive Prado 120 — the first stage of any head unit upgrade. Fitting and wiring the new CarPlay unit is not covered here; refer to the instructions supplied with your EXTNIX kit or our other install guides.

⚠️ Disclaimer: For reference only. Trim, fasteners and connectors can differ between model years and variants. Extreme Electronix Pty Ltd accepts no liability for damage, costs or injury arising from self-installation. If in doubt, use a qualified installer.

What You'll Need

Tools

Plastic trim removal tool (avoid metal screwdrivers on trim)
10mm socket and ratchet
Phillips head screwdriver
Masking tape and marker for labelling

Before You Start

Park on level ground, handbrake on, ignition off
Disconnect the negative battery terminal
Have a tray for screws, bolts and clips
Lay a towel over the gear levers to protect the trim

Step-by-Step Removal

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The Factory Dash Before You Start

This is the standard Prado 120 centre stack: factory CD radio on top, climate control below, with a silver vent surround on each side. Tap any photo to see it full size.

Toyota Prado 120 factory radio and climate control dash before removal

Disconnect the Battery

Turn the ignition off and disconnect the negative battery terminal (10mm). This protects the radio and the airbag indicator circuit you'll be unplugging in Step 4. Expect the clock and radio presets to reset.

Remove the Console Side Trims

Slide a plastic trim tool between the silver side trim and the gear lever surround and gently lever it outward. Work along the trim until the clips release, then lift it out. Do both sides.

Each trim is marked on the back: RHD-L (passenger side) uses pink clips; RHD-R (driver side) uses white and yellow clips.

💡 Leave the clips in the trims where possible. Loose clips that stay in the dash need to come out and go back on the trim before refitting.

Prying the passenger side console trim on Prado 120 with a trim tool — Passenger side — pry point

Trim tool inserted under Prado 120 silver console side trim — Lever outward, work along

Prying the driver side console trim near the pedals on Prado 120 — Driver side — pry point

Prado 120 passenger console trim RHD-L with pink clips — RHD-L trim — pink clips

Prado 120 driver console trim RHD-R with white and yellow clips — RHD-R trim — white & yellow clips

Remove the Driver-Side Vent & Hazard Surround

Start at the top outer corner next to the instrument cluster and pry the silver surround away from the dash. Work down the edge until the yellow clips let go, then ease the panel out.

The hazard switch stays plugged in — reach behind and press the tab to disconnect the hazard switch connector before you pull the panel clear.

Prying the Prado 120 driver vent surround from the top corner — Start at the top corner

Back of Prado 120 driver vent surround showing clips and hazard switch — Panel out — hazard still connected

Prado 120 hazard switch connector behind driver vent surround — Unplug the hazard connector

Remove the Passenger-Side Vent Surround

Pry the passenger surround (with the PASSENGER airbag indicator) from the bottom edge first, then from the top outer corner. Ease it out and disconnect the airbag indicator connector on the back.

⚠️ The PASSENGER light is part of the airbag system. Only unplug it with the battery disconnected, and don't probe or test this connector.

Prying the Prado 120 passenger vent surround from the bottom — Start at the bottom edge

Prying the Prado 120 passenger vent surround from the top corner — Then the top corner

Prado 120 passenger airbag indicator connector behind vent surround — Unplug the indicator connector

Prado 120 passenger vent surround removed showing clip layout — Surround removed

Undo the Centre Stack Mounting Bolts

With both surrounds off, the mounting bolts are exposed. Remove 2 bolts on the driver side (top and middle) and 3 bolts on the passenger side (top, middle and bottom) using a 10mm socket.

💡 A magnetic pickup tool or a dab of grease in the socket stops the bolts dropping behind the dash.

Two driver side mounting bolts on Prado 120 radio centre stack — Driver side — 2 bolts

Three passenger side mounting bolts on Prado 120 radio centre stack — Passenger side — 3 bolts

Pull the Assembly Forward & Unplug

Ease the radio and climate control assembly straight out of the dash. Support its weight and unplug every connector and the antenna lead from the back. Label each plug with masking tape as you go.

Remove the Radio Side Brackets

With the radio out, remove the screws holding the side brackets to the factory radio. The right-hand bracket (stamped AR) has 5 screws, and the left-hand bracket has its screws marked in the second photo. Keep the brackets and screws together in case your new unit needs them.

Prado 120 factory radio right side AR bracket screws marked — Right (AR) bracket — 5 screws

Prado 120 factory radio left side bracket screws marked — Left bracket — marked fasteners

Refitting

Reverse the steps above. Before you clip the surrounds back in, reconnect the hazard switch and passenger airbag indicator, reconnect the battery, and check that the hazards, PASSENGER light and climate control all work.

FAQ

Which Prado models does this guide cover?

The Toyota LandCruiser Prado 120 Series (2002–2009) in right-hand drive with the factory radio and climate control centre stack shown above.

How long does factory radio removal take?

Most people finish in 30–45 minutes with a plastic trim tool and a 10mm socket. Take your time with the clips on the vent surrounds.

Will I break any clips?

Older clips can be brittle. Use a plastic tool, pry close to each clip, and keep a few spare trim clips on hand.

What fits once the factory radio is out?

Our Prado 120 Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto system comes with a vehicle-specific fascia and harness for a factory-style finish.

Questions? Email support@extnix.com.au or call 1300 096 212.