Why does my car stereo fade in and out?
When a car stereo cuts out and then turns back on: The problem is usually in the wiring. A break or crimp in the speaker wiring, often where it passes into a door, can cause the sound to cut off entirely. The problem could also be a bad amplifier or bad wiring to the amplifier.
Why does my radio only work at night?
Most AM radio stations are required by the FCC’s rules to reduce their power or cease operating at night in order to avoid interference to other AM stations. However, during nighttime hours the AM signals can travel over hundreds of miles by reflection from the ionosphere, a phenomenon called “skywave” propagation.
Why does my radio turn off when I hit the brakes?
The alternator is what provides the electric to your car whilst it is running. If it is not functioning correctly then it will not have the power to run everything on the car, possibly why you say the stereo dies when you brake. The additional draw of power to the brake lights could bring the voltage down.
Why does my volume keep going down in my car?
Reasons Behind A Car Radio Volume Turning Down By Itself The reason behind the problem of radio might be very simple like the fuse is damaged or it can be an antenna problem while the antenna is not getting the proper signal from the radio tower. But sometimes the problem could be a tough task to fix.
How far can FM radio travel?
VHF radio waves usually do not travel far beyond the visual horizon, so reception distances for FM stations are typically limited to 30–40 miles (50–60 km). They can also be blocked by hills and to a lesser extent by buildings.
What to do if your headlights Don’t Come On?
Leave the vehicle overnight to see if the lights come on. If not – progress! Re-install the DRL and headlight relays one at a time – install, leave overnight, check to see if the lights come on.
Why are the headlights and dash lights going off and on?
The battery charging station code came up, basic Auto Zone test showed a good alternator, but a low battery charge. I switched out the battery, the code has gone away, but the headlights and dash lights still flicker.
Why do my headlights come on in the middle of the night?
My headlights mysteriously power on in the middle of the night without any key in the ignition or it started and drains my battery about every night almost for a week now. I’m not sure what is going on. Is it a fuse or relay? Is it my turn signal switch and corrosion?? Help please. Tina Daniels My car has 167834 miles.
What kind of car has dashboard lights that go off and on?
I have a 2013 Chevy Malibu, my dashboard lights go off then come back on, during that time all of the meters go haywire until the lights come back on. This happens sometimes multiple times in a row.