Dealer came the next day with a mechanic and replaced the actuator. All smiles now.
I need to replace the awful stereo. Its the type with a removeable fascia, but the release button doesnt work. I have a feeling that it may be glued on

Should I just hack it off? There is a matching cd changer in the boot (which isnt essential to keep) but the stereo says there is no disc. The changer seems to work as far as I can tell and I'm told is compatable with the stereo I want in. Not sure wether to get a dremel and a screwdriver on it or not