RSES DVD Player un-mounting instructions? or replacement costs?

[fraochdha]

Does anyone know how to un mount the DVD player? It doesn't display the picture if I open it all the way, but works fine 1/2 open. Seems like a connection issue, but there's no evident way of pulling it off the head liner.

If Not, can anyone tell me if they've had theirs replaced?

thanks!

 

[BonJoey]

I have an 07 CX-9 Grand Touring and had the same problem with mine. The problem is the the small ribbon cable the connects the lcd to the dvd unit. This ribbon cable can't handle extreme temp. and becomes dry and brittle over time. Removeing the overhead dvd player is rather easy. There are't any screws that hold the housing on. if you can get your finger tips between the roof and the housing (starting on the sides towards the front on the dvd player and slowly working your way around to the back. Use a firm - steady grip but don't over do it. after the houseing is removed it's smooth sailing, 4) 10mm nuts, 2 screws and 2 wire connectors.
As for the cable, I found the one I needed @ digikey.com. (1-800-344-4539) I ordered 2 different ribbon cables (I wasn't possitive which was correct).
The first is: HFF-40U-05-ND ($5.45), the second is: WM10238-ND ($5.34). I just ordered today...I'll let u know how it goes.

 

[unforgiven]

I have the same exact problem. It started by displaying the work DISC on the screen most of the time. Now the screen goes black if you open it all the way but if you close it halfway, there is a picture. Did the ribbon replacement fix your problem? Which one was it and how hard was it to replace?

Thanks for any help!

 

[WaxiP5]

I just experienced this exact same issue today. Bump for updates on a fix.

 

[kmul]

I have this same issue can any one help me solve it. Mazda wants way to much to fix this issue. Thanks!

 

[bandnmom]

Any updates on any of replacement cables you ordered working? I've got the same problem!