What causes a radio to not turn on?
Some of the most common issues include a blown fuse, bad or damaged wiring, and anti-theft modes that are often triggered when the battery dies. In order to track down the reason that your car radio won’t turn on, you’ll want to tackle each of these potential issues one at a time.
How do you fix a blown fuse in a car radio?
Changing a fuse in your car is similar to changing one at home.
- Locate your car’s fuse panel.
- Take off the fuse panel’s cover.
- Locate the blown fuse.
- Remove the broken fuse.
- Insert a replacement fuse of the correct amperage—make note of the fuse panel and your owner’s manual on this one.
What is the fuse for the radio?
Most low-powered radios can use a 20-amp fuse without any issues. However, for high-powered stereos — those that produce 100 watts of power or more — you may have to use a 25- or 30-amp fuse. You may be able to use a wire clasp or harness already under the dash to secure the wiring from the radio to the fuse box.
Why is the radio not working in my Subaru?
I was listening to a cd at the time, so I tried the radio tuner, but that produced no sound through the speakers either. The radio still had power, and it still tuned in stations according to the display. I pulled the door pannels off to check the speaker connections.
What causes a car radio to stop working?
Your best bet is to visit Carter Subaru Ballard for an expert repair the next time your car radio is on the fritz. Potential Cause: The most likely cause for a car that runs fine, but the stereo won’t turn on at all, is a blown fuse.
Why are the speakers on my Subaru Outback not working?
I have nearly the same issue with my 2004 Subaru Outback wagon. Except, in my case the front speakers do not work but the back speakers work intermittently. Sometimes they work, sometimes they don’t – they sort of pop in and out unpredictably.
Why is the radio on but no sound through speakers?
A few days ago, I crossed some rough railroad tracks, and the sound cut out from my radio. I was listening to a cd at the time, so I tried the radio tuner, but that produced no sound through the speakers either. The radio still had power, and it still tuned in stations according to the display.