danielsigs 0 Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Hi Im new in this forum, but I thought I would give it a try :-) I bought a Spark from 2013, and I want to put in a new stereo. I have removed the glove compartment, and I can see a few clips, but before I do anything I want to be absolutely sure that Im not ruining anything :-) So if anybody knows how to remove the fascial plate then I would appreciate it a lot. How you understand what Im writing. Im from Denmark.. thnx Link to post Share on other sites
Greg_E 211 Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Your English is fine and I hope someone has an answer because I want to replace my stereo and haven't determined how to remove this part either. From the pictures of the replacement pieces it looks like this panel just clips in place and pulling straight out should see it removed, but I'm not certain. Link to post Share on other sites
danielsigs 0 Posted January 21, 2013 Author Share Posted January 21, 2013 Your English is fine and I hope someone has an answer because I want to replace my stereo and haven't determined how to remove this part either. From the pictures of the replacement pieces it looks like this panel just clips in place and pulling straight out should see it removed, but I'm not certain. Thanx :-) Yep - and if thats the case then I will try to pull it out. I just dont want to make any marks or scratches on the fascial plate. But yes - hopefully someone will know :-) Link to post Share on other sites
Greg_E 211 Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 (edited) My thought was to make handles out of strong packing tape so that I had a good grip on the plastic and hopefully this would pull straight out. Suction cups would also work here. What I really want is the stupid service manual for these 2013 models, even the dealer doesn't have good information yet and they are expected to service these cars. Edited January 21, 2013 by Greg_E Link to post Share on other sites
Phil_Can 2 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 When I got my car I almost immediately put in speakers in the front and back. The ones I bought were Kicker 400 for the front and Kicker 460 for the back. The ones in the front fit nice and easy to put in. The back ones were a pain because of the angle of the install and they didn't line up perfect so I ended up only putting 3 out of the 4 screws in them. They are snug in the back and do not rattle at all. The ones I got are A TON better than the stock ones. It gives you a little bass when you turn it up. I would have liked it to have a little bit more of a thump, but its going to be hard with such small speakers. The install took maybe 20-25 minutes to install all 4 speakers. If I did it again, it would take only 10 minutes to put them in. To get the front plates off I just took utility knife and wedged it between the gap. There are three clips that hold it on. Ill take a picture of what my front ones look like and the location of the clip spots so you know exactly where to put pressure to take it off. My car got only a minimal scratch on the plastic which was okay by me. But my front speakers also came with a custom cover for the speakers which I personally like a lot more because it gives a little bit of a custom look. Link to post Share on other sites
Greg_E 211 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Thanks, look forward to more info on this. Link to post Share on other sites
danielsigs 0 Posted January 22, 2013 Author Share Posted January 22, 2013 Me too :-) Link to post Share on other sites
Phil_Can 2 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 (edited) This is a pic of the front left speaker. Let me know what kind of pictures you would actually like of that if that isn't enough. It isn't the best pic because I remembered while I was driving down the highway and took a snap of it while driving, then I forgot to take more. Edited January 23, 2013 by Phil_Can Link to post Share on other sites
danielsigs 0 Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 Hi again I was thinking more of the fascial plate/frame for the stereo? You know, the whole frame that is outside of your stereo, fan, buttons for speed of fan etc.. Link to post Share on other sites
Widget 36 Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 (edited) The stereo fascia plate removal steps:1. take apart/out the glove compartment (open glove compartment , push up and it come lose) you need this step so you can reach other things (clips and such)2. take apart the lid on the driver's side (where you have the lever to open the hood) it has one screw3. take out the fake "button" on the right side of the climate control, the rhomboidal piece of plastic that you see missing in the pic.4. now you can pull gently but firmly on the fascia to take 'it apart5. pull out the connector of the hazard switchsome pics property of "ericpanteon" from Spark Club México Edited January 24, 2013 by Widget Link to post Share on other sites
danielsigs 0 Posted January 24, 2013 Author Share Posted January 24, 2013 Hi Thanks for the pictures. But there is one thing: 3. take out the fake "button" on the right side of the climate control, the rhomboidal piece of plastic that you see missing in the pic. I dont have a fake button or anything. Apparently the facelift of the 2013 doesnt have that. hm...do you have to take the clips off ? And one last thing :-) I kind of like those integrated stereos like the one on the picture...does it look stupid if you have it installed but with a fascial plate for 2 din? Daniel from Denmark Link to post Share on other sites
Widget 36 Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 (edited) Ah right sorry this is for the prefacelift model. Looking at the new interior it looks as if the facia would just be held on with clips as there doesnt appear to be anywhere for screws to go. I dont think the stereo would look out of place with a double din facia plate but as you can see in the bottom picture there is a bit of plastic between the 2 sections that has an unfinished look about it so it may not look the best. Edited January 24, 2013 by Widget Link to post Share on other sites
danielsigs 0 Posted January 24, 2013 Author Share Posted January 24, 2013 :-) thats ok It looks like There are 6 clips. Do you take Them off or are They suppose to come out when you pull out the plate? Link to post Share on other sites
djp 18 Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 The clips are a massive pain in the butt. I hope you were able to get it. I got mine with minimal problems and no scratches. I needed to remove it to remove my climate control unit that got scratched during a dvd install. Still trying to figure out how to get thhe traction control wiring harness apart... 2013 1LT... Anyone have some advice? Link to post Share on other sites
bluer101 241 Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 What DVD install?? Link to post Share on other sites
djp 18 Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 I had dvd headrests installed, during the install they scratched up the interior. They replaced the parts, but I am loathe to have anyone else touch my car. My car was badly damaged when the tint was installed as well... I have had a bad run of luck with my new car :/ Plus I decided to order the blue fascia plate, so I figured I might as well do it myself and just leave the plate off until it arrives Link to post Share on other sites
djp 18 Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 I am also having warranty work done, ie paint and the driver seat since the seam is already splitting! Not even 2200 miles on it! Link to post Share on other sites
bluer101 241 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 Can you make a new thread with photos to your DVD headrests please? Link to post Share on other sites
jibb3r 29 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 (edited) What Bluer said... Edited April 2, 2013 by jibb3r Link to post Share on other sites
bluer101 241 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 I have some Vizualogic headrest from a previous car that I had and they fit fine, but they are a little to wide. I was going to have them re wrapped to match the Sparks interior. I already had them wrapped for my last vehicle in 2 tone leather. Link to post Share on other sites
djp 18 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 (edited) Jibb3r I will post pics when I get my new blue bezel... Looks a little naked right now Edited April 2, 2013 by djp jibb3r 1 Link to post Share on other sites
djp 18 Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 http://chevysparkforum.com/index.php?/gallery/image/298-20130411-112205-1/ The bezel is the same color of Blue as the trim. I'm pretty sure it's painted because the first one they sent me was scratched, revealing the black plastic beneath. Link to post Share on other sites
bluer101 241 Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 That makes it look real nice now. djp 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Lill blu sparky 9 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 http://chevysparkforum.com/index.php?/gallery/image/298-20130411-112205-1/'>http://chevysparkforum.com/index.php?/gallery/image/298-20130411-112205-1/ The bezel is the same color of Blue as the trim. I'm pretty sure it's painted because the first one they sent me was scratched, revealing the black plastic beneath. Looks good! Makes me want to change mine!! djp 1 Link to post Share on other sites
WaltK 305 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Real nice, great job! djp 1 Link to post Share on other sites
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