Will the car battery drain if I dont turn off the radio?
In theory, leaving the radio on while the engine is off could drain the car battery. However, radios usually don’t use a lot of power, so battery drainage is more likely to be caused by other things such as lights, fans and heaters.
How do I replace the battery in my car without losing the radio?
How to change a car battery without losing your radio code
- Step 1 – Find your battery.
- Step 2 – Set up your secondary power source.
- Step 3 – Remove clamp holding your battery in place.
- Step 4 – Remove your old battery.
- Step 5 – Connect your new battery.
- Step 6 – Clamp your new battery in place.
- Step 7 – Test.
How long can I play my car radio until the battery dies?
Newer cars should be able to play radio easily for at least 10-15 hours without draining your battery. If your car battery dies within a few hours of listening to music, you may need to see a mechanic. Quicker power draining could be a sign you need to replace the battery completely.
Why does my car radio stop working when I Turn Off the battery?
Let’s find it out together! The most common reason for a car radio to stop working after the battery has gone completely dead is that the radio has an anti-theft “feature” that kicks in whenever battery power is removed. When that happens, all you have to do is enter the right car radio code, and you’re back in business.
Is it possible to fix a car stereo that quit working after the battery died?
And it probably isn’t. In most cases, fixing a car stereo that quit working after the battery died is a lot simpler than that. Of course, it can also be a lot more complicated. There are a few different reasons for a car radio to stop working after the battery has gone completely dead.
How can I get my car radio to work again?
When power is removed from the radio — which happens when you disconnect the battery — the radio is locked out and you must have the security code to validate that you are the owner of the radio before it will work again. Locate the code for your radio. This code is given to you by the dealer when you purchase the vehicle.
Where can I find the reset code on my Radio?
If its the OEM radio, the dealership should be able to look up the reset code based on the VIN. Normally they charge for this but in your case, since they changed the battery, they should do this for free. You might find a small tag somewhere in the bottom of your glove box with the reset code on it. The radio is almost 8 years old.