How easy is this to remove and reinstall? I work in a not-so-nice part of town and I wouldn't want to leave it on my dashboard if I'm not in the car.
1373147
Easy enough but a pain in the butt. The angle of the bracket is never quite right, but it's not a real problem, just takes more than a few tries to get it right.
1373148
Two suction cups secure the unit to the windshield and the power cord conveniently plugs into a nearby 12-volt outlet. Pull the power plug, grab the detector unit and go - pretty quick and convenient. Enjoy!
1373149
If you get a sticky cup, it is very easy to remove and mount. The sticky cup is left on the window, so someone will know you have a detector in the car.
1373150
It's very easy, theres a button to detach it from the suction cups so you can take it off without removing the suction cups from your windshield or wherever you stick it
1373151
Very easy just click the button and slide it out. It will fit a purse or pocket.
2185574
It's not a bad idea to remove it to be on the safe side although I've left it on before without any problems. The two questions that I would ask are 1) is it a touchless car wash and 2) how well does the antenna "stick" to your roof. Touchless car wash should be fine although even a scrubber wash might be okay too, dependent upon how close/tight the scrubber works on the roof. The roof of a truck for example sits higher than a car so it might be more likely for the scrubber to remove the antenna. On my sedan I had no problem. As far as "stickiness", when I affix my antenna to the roof it makes a "ka-thunk" sound so I know it's really sticking down hard. If it's not sticking down hard for you then you might want to remove it for car washes.
2285051
Is your dashboard leather? That was my problem so I stuck it in the upper left corner of the windshield and it is PERFECT there! It's not in my line of sight but really easy to check on at red lights, because I'd never look at it unless I was at a complete stop... well I don't text and drive, I really don't.
1284063
If left in for extended amounts of time, the plastic around the slot will start to warp. I always remove mine when I am getting out of the car. It's not really permanent damage, and it depends on the set up of your cd slot and console in your car. The dust protectors made of fabric in the cd slot will get slightly deformed, but again this is not really considered damage. If I had a brand new car, I might think twice before using this product.
45022
I really don't recommend using the bracket (However, I believe there is a circular motion that you can twist the capsule that may unlock it from the bracket). I purchased an adhesive gel patch on my dashboard and place the device without the bracket on it along with the AC adapter. It allows me to remove the device easily and quickly for any reason. If I may suggest, avoid parking in the sun with this device, ESPECIALLY in the summer. It will burn out just like mine did. Try to park in shaded areas if at all possible if you can't remove it.
744430
Yes you can remove. If you DIY while installing you can easily take it off when you move.
480132
Oh definitely yes! You install it with water, and it sticks to the window with static, so yes, it is very easy to remove when you want it gone.
649035
BMW dealer removes it every time they wash my car. I was advised to remove it. Haven't done it yet
1571844
I leave it in place, but it is fairly easy to move and removable by turning releasing knob. The instructions included are accurate. The gel suction cup sticks well to my Honda Element's textured dash, surface must be clean, dust free, flat and u can clean and re clean gel pad with water to renew maximum suction to dash. It requires two hands to place the phone, l-pod on it and has fairly good swivel capability. It has stayed in place well for me, I have had it for 4 months. I like it.
982932
It is easy to remove. There is a bolt and washer holding it in place, just unscrew to remove.
2106738
The dashboard could be damaged if it is not hard plastic dashboard. I've never encountered that problem and I really like the product, it does exactly what it says. Hope that helps.
1664787
You can probably figure something out to lock it in..but it would take about 30 mins to uninstall. Had mine on about 2 years never had a problem.
2153702
You can install it behind the dash or in the trunk behind the trim. It can easily be installed out of sight.
604772
Mine is securely stuck to my dashboard. If it was removed, possibly double stick tape might reattach. The pad is cheap enough that a new replacement may be best.
1757592
It is able to be removed and replaced frequently, but the suction cup is also sticky. If you put it into the glove box, make sure it won't come into contact with too much dirt or dust, as it will stick to the suction cup (which can probably be rinsed with water if it does get dirty). Other than that, mine goes from car to car and readjusted in between and I've never had a problem.
584443
I've never tried removing it, it has never come off on its own - looks pretty sturdily attached. Hope that helps.
820119
The little thing that sticks out underneath the clips needs to be secure against your dashboard. I know this is kinda vague but I hope it helps and fixes your problem.