Can you replace the radio in a Honda Accord?
However, over time, the radio will deteriorate and the unit may fail. Many aftermarket stereo companies make radio units for the Accord, or you can replace the radio with another factory radio unit. Since radio units can be quite expensive, troubleshoot the problem before replacing anything. Open the fuse panel under the steering column.
How many speakers does a Honda Accord have?
The Accord sedan and coupe share the same dashboard design and factory radios. The standard piece was an AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA player connected to six speakers. The Premium Audio system added a subwoofer for a total of seven speakers.
Where is the radio fuse on a Honda Accord?
Open the fuse panel under the steering column. Turn the knobs on the fuse panel cover counterclockwise and pull down on the fuse cover to remove it. Pull the fuse for the Accord’s radio. Use the fuse diagram if you are having trouble finding the radio fuse. Check the fuse.
What is the noise control system on a Honda Accord?
The top-line package also included Honda’s Active Noise Control System, which kicked in between 1500-2400 RPM and sent out a cancelling signal that reduced low frequency vehicle noise. The two mics are connected to the factory radio, so you’ll lose this feature when you install a new stereo.
What to do about poor FM radio reception?
This is a very small diameter braided coax cable with very thin center conductor. The upshot is that after doing this, I have great reception AM and FM. It’s a bad Honda design. Two year bump and not having the same generation vehicle FTL bud. Good try though.
How can I fix poor radio reception in my car?
I traced it down to an intermittent in the cable above the rear window. Slide the plastic cover off at the top op the rear window midway in. Pull down the edge of the roof liner. The cable runs along, goes through a hanger/strain relief, and then bends down to go behind the rear passenger side widow trim.
How can I test my car radio reception?
If your coupe has the antenna integrated into the rear winshield, you can use a multimeter to test for continunity. IMO these types of antennas suck, most american cars I’ve been in get better reception further away than my Accord. My reception is affected by nearby mountains.
Why does my Radio Hum when I turn it on?
Check for a “hum” or feedback while the radio is on. If you hear feedback, it is normally caused by poorly insulated wiring in the antenna cable or the speaker wires. This can happen over time if the protective plastic coating on the wire has become damaged. Normally this does not happen, because the wiring is sealed up behind the trim panels.
However, over time, the radio will deteriorate and the unit may fail. Many aftermarket stereo companies make radio units for the Accord, or you can replace the radio with another factory radio unit. Since radio units can be quite expensive, troubleshoot the problem before replacing anything. Open the fuse panel under the steering column.
What to do with left and right speakers in a car?
Put the left speaker back on the left amplifier channel and the right speaker on the right amplifier channel. This returns the speaker wiring to its original configuration. Again, with the vehicle and stereo off unplug the RCA cables from the amplifier’s input and switch them so the left cable is in the right input and vice versa.
What should I do if my car speakers are not working?
Testing for a Speaker Problem. With the vehicle and the stereo turned off disconnect the speaker wires for both the left and right speakers at the amplifier. Now connect the left speaker to the right amplifier output (which we know works). Turn on the stereo system and make sure the balance is set to the middle position.
Open the fuse panel under the steering column. Turn the knobs on the fuse panel cover counterclockwise and pull down on the fuse cover to remove it. Pull the fuse for the Accord’s radio. Use the fuse diagram if you are having trouble finding the radio fuse. Check the fuse.
Why is my car speaker not working on one side?
In certain circuit configurations this can result in the full 12 volts on the speaker wire. Which immediately burns out the speaker of course. The insidious thing about this problem is that you think the speaker is bad, so you buy a new replacement speaker and install that one.
What kind of speakers do I need for my Honda Goldwing?
I’m not sure on the physical dimensions of the 1500 speakers. I’ve heard pretty good things about J&M replacements and lots of 1800 owners talk up the Polk speakers. When I had my 96 SE, I replaced the stock speakers with Polk DB-401’s and they were a perfect fit. No cutting needed as I remember. Better sounding speakers!!
What kind of speakers do I need to replace my Aspencade?
I have a 1998 GW Aspencade 1500 and I need to replace the front speakers. I have been having a hard time finding a set with good reviews and very few options. I was wondering what you guys all think is the best replacement speakers to get?
Is the wiring between the radio and the left speaker broke?
the wiring between the radio and the left speaker is broke How to decide depends on how hard it is to try various experiments. You could for example swap the left and right speakers, if that was easy to do, and see if the problem follows the speakers or not. The problem could also be a bad balance setting. It may be set to the “right” side only.
What causes my 1999 Honda Accord to shut off / stall?
You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. what would cause my 99 honda accord to start sputtering after i turned the defrost on while it was warming up at idle and now no start * PLEASE READ THE ADDED DETAILS. THANK YOU!! Its getting fuel and spark.