FYI: This doesnt work on all NC models, my 2013 needed to have the shifter/armrest panel partially removed to reach 2 screws that hold the "side panels". In the video, he simply prys them off with the tool. You will break the panel if your model has the screw attachment points
GREAT Video! Thanks!Some additional info for others: As mentioned in the video. The cable lengths are pretty tight the first time the stereo is removed. If you or someone else hasn't removed it yet, you will find it easier to access the cables by removing the glove box and reaching around from the back and side.
Doubt that you will see this 3 years later, but is there 'slack' on these cables once you get your hands on them? I'm a little confused. Both you and the OP state they are 'tight' first time, but I wonder why and what one has to do to 'loosen' them. What would be the point for Mazda to have them so 'tight' in the first place?
@@SolRC Outstanding! An immediate response! Thanks for the 'zip tie' tidbit. Need to know what to expect with my lousy eyes (I just turned 70 last Saturday). I really need to replace the changer. Now that I've researched that removing the glovebox is easy, I'll probably look there first. I was a bit puzzled about the cables having no slack, since I would think the factory might realize that the unit may have to be removed at some point, so, leaving a little slack would be a plus. One more quick question: Can the plugs be easily reached from the removed glovebox area? Would you suggest unplugging them 'before' attempting to remove the unit? I'll be doing this project by myself, so there will be no extra hands available.
Thanks! That hidden bolt on the left was my problem. Apart from that: for the NC1 2011 and younger you need to remove (or shift) the consule to reach 2 screws that fix the sidepanels, they cannot be removed with just a pry-tool. The rest is alike.
@@BenDunkle I edited my comments, I mixed up the term bolt and screw (non-native). The side panels are in 2011 both fixed with a screw that is hidden by the center console (de part around the gearlever and handbrake). The radio is fixed (theft prevention I presume) with a bolt to the right and a bit deeper of the two bolts that are shown in the video. I couldn't get it out, difficult to reach.
Hello, could you connect the aftermarket radio dimmer cable to the car? Wich one is it? Wich colour?, i have the same car and i changed the radio to a double din,.. The radio have the dimmer cable but i don't know where to connect. Everything is working ok, speakers, camera, subwoofer, Bluetooth, steering wheel controls by metra axxess, but when i turn on the lights, the screen still very shiny, and it supose that it have not to be that way. Can you help me? Thanks.
The reason you couldn't find the driver's side 10mm bolt is that 2008 Miatas don't have that bolt any more. Just remove the phillips screws in the front and pull the radio out. No need to pull out the metal under the steering wheel, except that it makes it easier to route wires if they're going that way.
This video does not apply to a 2009, it looks like the center console needs to be removed to get the side panels off... just don't know how to do that yet.
Would have liked to have seen how to get to connecters the first time you removed head unit. My 2011 bose system will not pull out anywhere near far enough to reach connections.
I've got the standard 2008 radio, not the Bose. Does the standard radio have any plugs on the back where I can attach a cord for a USB socket, or a cord for an mp3 player?
Yes - There's apparently a common and inexpensive add-on that plugs directly into the rear of the unit, no mods needed. Gives a 3.5mm AUX that is activated by the MEDIA button on the head unit. Just ordered mine so I haven't installed or trialed yet. But has many good reviews. (No I'm not the seller or affiliated with them) Link: a.co/ao1v3eb
The 10mm bolt is probably just for security because the radio is super easy to remove (for a thief) without it. Mine's missing also. I know the threads are M5, but I don't know how long it is, and I probably won't be able to find a 10mm head replacement. But, if anybody knows the exact bolt size for this bolt, please post it. Thanks.
The hidden screw locks and secures the stereo in its bracket. So yes, you need to. The only other way is to disassemble the Miata around the stereo, but the last screw wil be that same one... 😉
i just got a 2013 mx5 sport tech, it says it has a 6 cd changer! but I can not find it? can anyone please tell me where the 6 cd changer is located PLEASE?
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Wow! That is the best and clearest "how to" that I have seen on youtube. Great job!
FYI: This doesnt work on all NC models, my 2013 needed to have the shifter/armrest panel partially removed to reach 2 screws that hold the "side panels". In the video, he simply prys them off with the tool. You will break the panel if your model has the screw attachment points
There was a mk3, mk3.5, and a mk3.75 of the NCs so it's probably different interior for each one
Very helpful, even for my 2014! Thanks!
GREAT Video! Thanks!Some additional info for others: As mentioned in the video. The cable lengths are pretty tight the first time the stereo is removed. If you or someone else hasn't removed it yet, you will find it easier to access the cables by removing the glove box and reaching around from the back and side.
Doubt that you will see this 3 years later, but is there 'slack' on these cables once you get your hands on them? I'm a little confused. Both you and the OP state they are 'tight' first time, but I wonder why and what one has to do to 'loosen' them. What would be the point for Mazda to have them so 'tight' in the first place?
@@SolRC Outstanding! An immediate response! Thanks for the 'zip tie' tidbit. Need to know what to expect with my lousy eyes (I just turned 70 last Saturday). I really need to replace the changer. Now that I've researched that removing the glovebox is easy, I'll probably look there first.
I was a bit puzzled about the cables having no slack, since I would think the factory might realize that the unit may have to be removed at some point, so, leaving a little slack would be a plus.
One more quick question: Can the plugs be easily reached from the removed glovebox area? Would you suggest unplugging them 'before' attempting to remove the unit? I'll be doing this project by myself, so there will be no extra hands available.
Best tutorial I've seen on TH-cam so far very well done!
Thanks! Now i know how to do it, im just waiting for the new frame and stereo! :D
thank you,I've been looking for that panel under the steering column
Thank you much.
Thank You, Sir!
Thanks for this content.
Thank you ☺️
Thank you!
Thanks! That hidden bolt on the left was my problem.
Apart from that: for the NC1 2011 and younger you need to remove (or shift) the consule to reach 2 screws that fix the sidepanels, they cannot be removed with just a pry-tool. The rest is alike.
Can you elaborate? I see the two bolts, but no screw... how do I remove/shift the consule (and what's a consule lol sorry for my dumbness)
@@BenDunkle I edited my comments, I mixed up the term bolt and screw (non-native).
The side panels are in 2011 both fixed with a screw that is hidden by the center console (de part around the gearlever and handbrake).
The radio is fixed (theft prevention I presume) with a bolt to the right and a bit deeper of the two bolts that are shown in the video.
I couldn't get it out, difficult to reach.
@@stapeling OK thanks, I was able to find it once I knew it was a bolt!
Great job. I bet a lot of people don't know about the secret hidden screw.
Anti theft, that's why it's difficult to access.
Excellent!
are these units coded as i need to replace the bose unit as the cd player is faulty
I lost about 3 screws with this process 😭.. stereo cable fell off, I can’t pull it out any longer.. how did you do it?
Hello, could you connect the aftermarket radio dimmer cable to the car? Wich one is it? Wich colour?, i have the same car and i changed the radio to a double din,.. The radio have the dimmer cable but i don't know where to connect. Everything is working ok, speakers, camera, subwoofer, Bluetooth, steering wheel controls by metra axxess, but when i turn on the lights, the screen still very shiny, and it supose that it have not to be that way. Can you help me? Thanks.
So with the ac being connected to the stereo how do you change the stereo and keep the ac as part of the car?
The reason you couldn't find the driver's side 10mm bolt is that 2008 Miatas don't have that bolt any more. Just remove the phillips screws in the front and pull the radio out. No need to pull out the metal under the steering wheel, except that it makes it easier to route wires if they're going that way.
Baxter Tidwell Thank you very much for providing that information! I'm glad I saw this before I started replacing the Bose system.
+Baxter Tidwell The 07 ZSport doesn't have one either. Makes the whole thing a total piece of cake.
the 2011 has the under dash 10 mm screw
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@@stephengilliss4790 Correct.
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I have a 2007 mk 3 would it have a radio code regards John
WARNING: DO NOT TRY ON 2013 MODEL
This video does not apply to a 2009, it looks like the center console needs to be removed to get the side panels off... just don't know how to do that yet.
The triangle black panels will not just pop off on my 13. Never got any farther
Would have liked to have seen how to get to connecters the first time you removed head unit. My 2011 bose system will not pull out anywhere near far enough to reach connections.
2:40 I did not pay attention to the voice and unscrewed the 2 nuts instead of missing screw.
I've got the standard 2008 radio, not the Bose. Does the standard radio have any plugs on the back where I can attach a cord for a USB socket, or a cord for an mp3 player?
Yes - There's apparently a common and inexpensive add-on that plugs directly into the rear of the unit, no mods needed. Gives a 3.5mm AUX that is activated by the MEDIA button on the head unit. Just ordered mine so I haven't installed or trialed yet. But has many good reviews. (No I'm not the seller or affiliated with them)
Link: a.co/ao1v3eb
The 10mm bolt is probably just for security because the radio is super easy to remove (for a thief) without it. Mine's missing also. I know the threads are M5, but I don't know how long it is, and I probably won't be able to find a 10mm head replacement. But, if anybody knows the exact bolt size for this bolt, please post it. Thanks.
You sound like dwight schrute!
I was trying to put my finger on it!
Do you really need that hidden screw when you replace the faceplate and the stereo?
The hidden screw locks and secures the stereo in its bracket. So yes, you need to. The only other way is to disassemble the Miata around the stereo, but the last screw wil be that same one... 😉
@@stapeling I cannot find that hidden screw...
i just got a 2013 mx5 sport tech, it says it has a 6 cd changer!
but I can not find it?
can anyone please tell me where the 6 cd changer is located PLEASE?
Mine loads all of them into the single slot on the stereo. Press “load,” select a number (1-6), and wait until it tells you to insert :)
@@rebellemming84 thank you very much but i already found it.
took me a month tho.
Morgan Freeman?
It says remove a Bose head unit.... Video starts this is a stereo that is a non-bose system clickbait that's ever saw it
Little slot - doesn’t not exist - fail
Useless.. the screw p much everyone is dealing is missing in this video