I am trying to find out what is involved in replacing JUST the little faceplate "strip" that is located directly below the slot that you insert a CD. Does anyone know?

I believe it's just clipped there, so it should just pop off with a little effort. I know that there aren't any screws holding it on.

This is the piece. Would the stereo need to be removed, or the dash?

I do not recall. I know, or atleast I think I know, that the bottom half cirlcle just pops off. Not sure about that one. Sorry.

Stereo doesn't need to be removed. It pops out just like the bottom half does.