replacing CD player in 96-98 Civic

Hey all,

I have a 97 Civic with a factory CD player, which is mounted down by the cup holders. I was thinking of getting an aftermarket stereo, but I read that the stock stereo (the main part) controls the keyless entry and some other things. So I was thinking I could put an aftermarket deck in the space where the CD player is now, but it doesn't look like there is enough depth for an entire deck. Plus floor vent is directly behind the back of this compartment, which might make for easy overheating here in MN. Has anyone ever tried this?

Thanks in advance

that's the 1st I've ever heard of that happenin...or even bein an issue. I say do it bro, but ask around about that. I don't think it would be an issue tho

if its anything like a '96 civic i dont think it'd be a problem, though down here in FL (during the winter of course) when i ever do put on my heater, it seems to be kinda warm....but then again, it usually always seems to be a lil hot, especially the CD's inside the deck

you shouldn't have any problems fitting a single DIN CD player in that slot.