How to troubleshoot poor or no AM or FM radio reception?

If you have an amplifier connected, disconnect the amplifier power. If the AM reception now improves, the amplifier is the problem. There is not a fix for this other than lowering the GAIN feature on the amplifier, if applicable. Try resetting the car stereo. There could also be a poor ground connection.

Why does my dashcam not turn on after hardwiring?

Dashcam won’t Start Automatically. Peak dashcam won’t charge. What could be a reason why my dashcam won’t turn on after hardwiring? Dashcam Viewer Program – Won’t show both front & back views at same time???

What happens if your radio does not turn on?

They don’t turn on. Yeah, it happens. Sometimes a radio may not power on. Of course, if it happens, it is a big deal, because the two way radio as we know it is considered one of the most stable and reliable modes of communication available to the modern world, especially during an emergency.

Why is my DAB radio not working on my dashcam?

Realised garage had unplugged the charger, soon as I plugged it in, DAB radio goes to pot, choppy and constantly losing signal. Unplug the camera and operate on the limited battery = fine. Checked at home and it seems to be common issue with dashcams and DAB.

Why are the dash lights and radio not turning off?

Every two weeks or so the dash lights and radio would stay on after shutting down the engine and removing the key. This creates the very real risk of running your battery down. A real issue for me as I spend a lot of time at my bush camp located miles from nowhere.

What does it mean when your car radio stops working?

A while back it stopped working while we were driving. The screen went blank and the radio stopped working NO SOUND. We were still able to use the AC/Heat. Then it came back on.

What to do if your radio doesn’t have a security code?

If your radio doesn’t have a security code, and all the fusible links and fuses check out, you’ll have to do more diagnostic work to figure out what’s going on. Car radio codes are meant to act as a sort of passive anti-theft feature.

What happens when you cut power to a car radio?

When power to the radio is cut, the feature kicks in, and when power is returned, the unit is basically bricked until you enter a specific code. The readout may display, ever-so-helpfully, the word “code,” or it may just remain blank, or it may display an even more obtuse message, depending on the manufacturer.

Why do I get bad radio reception in my car?

A station having a low-powered transmitter can cause reception problems, as well as a station that is a distance from where you are and the signal loses stamina by the time it reaches you. Verify the antenna lead is connected to the antenna jack on the rear of the car stereo receiver and that the connection is secure.

Why do I lose one radio station in a multiplex?

If all other stations are working ok and you have just lost one station. The problem could be due to a number of reasons, the station may have stopped broadcasting or have moved multiplexes rather than a radio fault. All of the stations in one multiplex should be behaving the same way.

What should I do if my radio antenna is not working?

The antenna lead should not be connected to any other jack. If applicable, change the tuner settings of the car stereo between the Local/Distant ( LX/DX) station selector to switch the tuner sensitivity.

Why is my FM radio reception so bad?

NOTE: If you are comparing reception of an older radio that has an analog/dial tuner to the reception of a newer portable audio device or boombox that has a digital tuner, you may notice differences in the stations received by each device due to the fine-tuning capability found in the analog tuners that may be able to tune in weaker signals.

What to do if your CB radio has no power?

CB Radio Has No Power. No lights come on the radio. There is also no sound. You cannot transmit or receive. Check Power Cord Connections. Make sure the power cord connections are attached correctly. If your radio has a power plug, make sure it is seated well. Check Fuse. Make sure the CB radio’s fuse is not blown and that it is seated correctly.

What happens if you run a radio station without a license?

Unauthorized Radio Operation. Federal law generally prohibits radio broadcasts without a license issued by the FCC. Anyone found operating a radio station without FCC authorization can be subject to a variety of enforcement actions, including seizure of equipment, fines and other criminal penalties.

Why does my car have no radio reception?

No reception at all, including key fob unlock —- No voltage getting to amplifier (check fuse 61 in rear fuse box) means no connection from amplifier to antennas or amplifier has suffered a total meltdown. Thanks for the quick reply.

Why is my JB fuse not working properly?

It also shows a splice internal to the JB that splits power to the various places it serves, so with the entire M1 circuit deader-n-a-doornail, the problem appears to be within the JB itself. Pull that #12 fuse out to check the terminals for burning or damage.

Why are all my fuses working but no power?

Wiring between the underhood fuse block (PDC) and the JB could be broken or burned up. The #12 fuse location is central to the circuit, so finding out if power is present there will tell us which way to go. Here are the other circuits the fuse feeds… just in case one or two may still operate.

What happens when a fuse blows on a car radio?

When the fuse blows, the power cuts off from the radio. But sometimes the fuse is defective in such a way that it is not transmitting full power to the radio. The defective fuse can be a problem in case of a dim display or no display on the car radio.

Why is my FM radio reception so weak?

Some reception, but its pretty weak—- That would indicate that COMAND / radio and antennas are working, but the amplifier isnt passing a strong enough signal. That MAY be due to bad amplifier, poor contact between antenna and amplifier or having a metallic tint applied to the rear window glass.

Why does my radio not work in my car?

For instance, if your radio turns on and displays a station, but no sound comes out of the speakers, then it’s probably an issue with the speakers or the wiring or even the antenna. In that same vein, a car stereo with a non-functioning radio may be tracked down to an antenna problem if other audio sources, like the CD player, work just fine.

Why is my radio reception worse after installing an aftermarket head unit?

Radio reception is worse after installing aftermarket head unit. Help please! So I installed an Alpine CDA-9886 in my 2005 STi recently. I noticed some radio stations get more static, and I get worse reception. I know for sure my antenna has less range now.

What to do if your car stereo has no sound?

Radios have all sorts of wires going in and out of them. Each wire serves a specific purpose for the car stereo to operate correctly. If you have a car stereo that has no sound than we should start by checking that all the wires are hooked up. A car stereo will always have 3 different power wires going to the deck section.

Is it possible to use an aftermarket radio?

The aftermarket radio is a cheap 2din Chinese model 7018B. If it’s possible, I’d like to keep letting my factory Amp control all of the original speakers but I want to install an aftermarket amp thats gonna work with an aftermarket subwoofer. Is this possible to do this and not bypass the amp?

How to troubleshoot poor or no AM or FM radio reception on your car?

How to troubleshoot poor or no AM or FM radio reception on the car stereo. IMPORTANT: It is recommended that all car stereo installations be performed by a qualified, professional installer. NOTE: If model-specific information is needed to complete any of these steps, refer to the instructions supplied with the product.

Is there a problem with the afterrmarket radio harness?

First, if your car is a 1996 or earlier model, don’t bother — the K-Line doesn’t go to the radio harness and there is no possibility that that the car has this problem. If you have a Vag-Saver : Simply turn the ignition ON and plug in the Vag-Saver. Look at the LED. Green is OK, Red is not OK.

What to do about no sound from aftermarket stereo?

Either run new wire to all the speakers (this was usually for smaller cars) or we would search for the factory amp disconnect it and start narrowing down what wires lead to speakers on the output with the 9v test. In case you don’t know the 9v test, you take a 9v battery and touch 2 leads to the terminals.

What do you do when there is no sound coming from your radio?

Started the car, pulled the fuse, waited one minute, turned OFF the car, put the fuse back in, restarted the car. Everything worked great. BTW, it is the 20A Multimedia Fuse on the 2013 Elantra Ltd. 59 people found this helpful. Paper clip also worked For 2012 Elantra Ltd.

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What to do if the radio programming software does not?

Note the new COM Port number assigned to the USB Programming Cable and go back to Step 3. If a new COM Port number was assigned to the cable and it is still not recognized by your programming software, skip to Step 6. Step 5. Run or close and restart the programming software. Step 6.

Why is my Radio not connecting to my computer?

You plugged in the programming cable, downloaded the driver, set up the software, and connected the cable the radio to program it. There is just one small glitch. When you run the program, the software can’t seem to find the radio. It can’t connect to the cable. It can’t even find the COM port. What gives? First, don’t panic or blow a fuse.

What should I do if my car radio is not working?

If there is a big error in the main unit, then you should get your car radio replaced with a new one. Because the main unit is the basic thing inside the car radio. Many car radio models have a basic digital display to get a better look at options and understand the operations better.

Why does my car radio suddenly stop working?

If you have a car radio that works sometimes, and suddenly cuts out at other times, that can be more difficult to diagnose. If your radio turns on, but you don’t get any sound from the speakers, there are a whole lot of different potential culprits.

Why is the radio not working on my Honda Civic?

It turns out that the previous owners had a type of after market alarm system that was also equipped with a type of fail start button installed in the car. So the car will only start after either the button is pushed or the alarm is disabled. As I turn on the lights at night, the ones on the radio buttons do not work, only the screen.

Why is my FM radio transmitter not working?

If the transmitter is powered by AC power, make sure that the AC adapter is working properly and check if the transmitter is connected to the power source securely. If the transmitter requires batteries, the batteries may be dead.

What does it mean when your car radio doesn’t work?

When It’s Just the Car Radio That Doesn’t Work. If your radio doesn’t work, but you can listen to CDs, MP3 players, and other audio sources, then the problem is either related to the tuner or the antenna.

Why is my car radio making white noise?

A broken antenna will not receive signals, and therefore you will only be hearing white noise. Check the antenna wire, it might be disconnected and might need a little soldering or crimping. The tuner also might be having a problem.

What to do if your Mercedes Benz Radio is not working?

For you to do that, you will need to remove the fuses for the CD Changer, COMAND/ NAV / DVD Player / Radio, Audio Gateway AGW, and the Voice Unit if it is equipped with one, for at least 10 minutes. Doing a soft reset for these systems will force the head unit to rest. This normally restores the systems to working order.

What to do if your car stereo is not working?

Try resetting the car stereo. There could also be a poor ground connection. We would recommend that you contact your local installer to have the ground connection checked. If the issue is still unresolved, service may be required. Go to Product Repair. Get Support Content on the Go!

Why does my car radio not work after battery change?

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How much does it cost to replace a Mercedes Benz radio?

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Why does my radio keep cutting out after playing a song?

My radio keeps cutting out after playing for a few minutes. My radio keeps cutting out after playing for a few minutes. I got an dab aerial installed thinking it might be the signal but it keeps cutting out. If I switch the radio off and back on again it works fine. But after a few minutes it stops again.

When was the first buzzer on the radio?

It broadcasts a short, monotonous buzz tone , repeating at a rate of approximately 25 tones per minute, 24 hours per day. Sometimes, the buzzer signal is interrupted and a voice transmission in Russian takes place. The first reports were made of a station on this frequency in 1973.

How many bars does a FM radio have?

On the radio it has 4 bars. On my horizon meter it sits on 65db. Fm radio works fine. If i switch the radio off and on again or to another channel it comes back on again for a few minutes. If i play FM it stays on and the same goes for ipod, cd, and memory stick. It is jus the dab signel that stops.

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What should I do if my key fob is not working?

Remove the metal key from the keyfob and use it to manually unlock the doors. Next, you need to check the fuse for the central locking circuit. Not only that but also look at the fuse for the Antenna Module and AAM.

What are the common problems with Mercedes key fobs?

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How can I tell if my FM transmitter is working?

Use our Transmitter Checker to check the transmitter is not undergoing any work and to see which FM radio services you can receive from your location. If you are using a Hi-Fi tuner and stereo reception is hissy, but mono is fine, your aerial may not be powerful enough.

How to soft reset COMAND / nav radio system?

How to perform a soft reset of the COMAND / NAV Radio System. Find the fuse box under the dashboard. Pry the side cover, look for fuse 26 and 28 and remove both fuses. The second fuse box may be on the left side of the trunk. Locate and remove fuse 6. Take out the key from the ignition and don’t turn on the car for at least 15 minutes.

Why does my car radio keep getting static?

Ensure that the negative battery cable has good contact both on the battery terminal and the ground point on the chassis. A poor connection can cause the circuit to travel the wrong route and interfere with radio reception. Clean or replace corroded cables, and make sure both contacts are metal-to-metal.

What should I do if I hear a hissing sound from my amplifier?

If you hear a hissing sound, turn down the gain on the amplifier and turn up the volume on the receiver. Adjust these two settings to minimize the hiss. Make sure the patch cables between the amplifier and the receiver are not running near other power wires (including the wire providing power to the amplifier).

Why is my Radio not getting a signal?

For some stations and locations the internal antenna just is not strong enough to receive a good signal. I would start off by trying to move the radio to a different location to see if that increase the signal strength.

Why is there no FM signal on my Bose radio?

The radio may have come with an FM antenna in the box – usually it’s just a length of wire with a plug on it. I have a cheap RCA clock radio that picks up FM signals but I can’t get FM on an expensive Bose AM/FM Wave radio! Its sitting right next to the cheap one but no FM! What’s up with that?

Why does my FM radio have a distorted sound?

Distorted sound can also occur if your radio is off-tune. This can increasingly happen if your batteries are beginning to fail. Ensure your radio is correctly tuned-in, and check that your batteries are in good condition, or use mains power. If you are hearing a hum it is often linked to an issue with your mains adapter.

Why do I hear interference on my FM radio?

Most cases of interference are caused by electrical devices inside or nearby your home. They usually occur with a pattern and a definite start and end time, once or several times a day. Problems on FM radio can normally be identified by the type of sound effect you can hear.

Why is my radio on but no sound?

The stereo suddely makes no sound (not even hiss/noise) It appears to be working fine (reception of radio signal fine, plays cassettes, etc…) but no sound what soever. I h … read more My radio one day was on and then off a sudden took a crash. My radio one day was on and then off a sudden took a crash.

What to do if your radio won’t turn on?

Take some small gauge wire directly to the battery terminals, and connect to the correct pins on your radio harness/plug (yellow for power, black for ground). See if it even turns on with direct power. Rule out the HU itself first. EDIT, just read the above post. How did you open the yellow clip? How did you open the yellow clip? Click to expand…

Why is my opentx radio not working in my simulator?

One of the recent Windows 10 updates (the KB4515384 one to be precise) affected the drivers of USB devices and particularly Radios, running OpenTX, stopped woking with flight simulators. Some radio remote controllers may no longer be recognized correctly as HID device ( Joystick ).

Why is my VW radio not turning on?

Very often the radio fuse burns because of a high heat. ALWAYS USE THE RIGHT FUSE ONLY!We did this as a test only. We demonstrated on a 2007 VW Golf Rabbit but we fixed many Jetta’s radios the same way. Sometimes it could be a bad radio itself. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldmechan…

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Why is my Radio not working on my Golf Rabbit?

Hey guys, in this video we will show you how to fix a not working radio on VW Golf Rabbit or VW Jetta MK5 or VW Passa. Very often the radio fuse burns because of a high heat. ALWAYS USE THE RIGHT FUSE ONLY!We did this as a test only. We demonstrated on a 2007 VW Golf Rabbit but we fixed many Jetta’s radios the same way.

Why does the radio go off when the engine is running?

Sometimes you might hear winning white noise that come and disappear when you turn your radio on especially when the engine is running. This is the alternator winning that is normally caused by a bad ground to the head unit or the speakers.

Why is there no sound on my digital radio?

Whilst playing my digital radio on full volume, the sound suddenly stopped. Everything else still works: all lights, LCD display, channel selection, tuning, just absolutely no sound. When it happened, the sound was slightly distorted and then just disappeared instantly and has stayed away.

When did the sound on my Radio stop?

When it happened, the sound was slightly distorted and then just disappeared instantly and has stayed away. The radio is meant to be of reasonable quality and is only about 18 months old. Any pointers would be greatly received.

Why does my radio fade away when I turn it on?

Fading: If the radio works, then slowly fades away, then slowly comes good again, it could be an intermittent connection to a valve heater, causing it to warm up then cool down. Check for a dry joint on the valve socket, or a dirty socket.

What to do when your CD player won’t play?

Unplug the power cord of the CD player from the AC outlet for 30 seconds. Plug the power cord back into the AC outlet. Turn on the CD player and attempt to play the disc. If the issue is still not resolved, remove the disc and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.

Why is my compact disc player not playing?

The Compact Disc (CD) player will not play a disc. Ensure the CD player is plugged into a working AC outlet. Turn on the CD player. Use a soft cloth to clean the disc. Attempt to play the disc. If the issue is not resolved, attempt to play a different commercially produced CD. If the issue is

Is the FM radio on my Ram 1500 working?

I have a 2012 ram 1500, And the am/fm portion of the radio is not working. Its the base model radio, The SAT radio works fine as well as the ipod input jack. The am/fm will work for maybe 5mins when t … read more Hi Chris.

What to do if your Sirius Radio is not working?

SiriusXM radios have been designed to provide you with trouble-free performance without the need for servicing. If your radio does not appear to be functioning properly, please try these helpful troubleshooting tips. Please note, messages displayed on your SiriusXM radio screen may vary slightly from what’s noted below.

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