Questions tagged [audio]
Questions regarding OEM and aftermarket in-car audio / ICE equipment.
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Why radio shuts off on start
Can someone explain why the modern car radio, even in a Prius, momentarily shuts off when the car is started? Is it taking up that much current that it had to be disconnected? Does it happen to AC too?...
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2008 Audi a6 anyway to play music from smartphone
Is there any aux inputs on a 2008 Audi a6 I'm going to get one tomorrow and at the dealership, I never checked online I came across a few places saying it does and it doesn't does anyone know if it ...
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Mazda 6 Car audio system
Recently I have purchased a used Mazda 6 (2010). But It has some problem with the sound system. I have noticed that only the rear door speakers are working (front door speakers and the speakers behind ...
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Cannot operate car audio system, Only works in reverse gear
From few days in my Honda Fit GP5 2014, the car audio system (pioneer AVH-265BT) can only operate on the reverse gear. If I'm not on the reverse gear setup is fully locked and I can't control anything....
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Aftermarket radio cuts out as soon as I accelerate on my 1987 Mercedes
Radio works perfectly when parked and upon accelerating all power to radio is lost and returns as soon as I come to a red light or stop sign.
I removed the engine ground strap and cleaned the areas ...
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s-max blaupunkt travelpilot nx manual and repair manual
I have been buying a sat/nav from 2012 and my car S-max 2,5 are from 2007, I can not get the climate control to function, any ideas ??
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Static in Double Din Stereo Unit
I recently installed an aftermarket Android based navigation/stereo double din in my vehicle. I have a 2002 camry with JBL. I am using this wiring harness from Metra. Everything works well with the ...
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FORD RADIO CODE
I have a C series 6000 CD in a 2006 Ford Fiesta originally sold in the Netherlands. None of the online radio code finder services have worked. Please provide the code so I can unlock my stereo. The ...
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Webservice for looking up radio codes for a car?
I've browsed the web a bit, and often come across some shady folks asking donations/free advertising in exchange for getting a radio code to use when connecting a radio to a car, eg. after replacing ...
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Installing in a vehicle with no ACC position
I have a 2008 Ducato with no ACC position on the ignition. Can I still install a Pioneer SPH-230DAB?
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Z3 Woofer Getting an RPM Signal: Thump Thump etc
The car is a 2000 2.8 z3. The audio system is basically original, HK, with a woofer in the center console between the seats. The problem is that the woofer in the center console is getting a speed ...
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Odd squeak from axle/bearing area at any speed
My FWD 2001 Ford Focus has an odd rubbery squeak sound combined with a more thumpy sound from inside the vehicle at any speed. There is no sound when accelerating, and a slight sound (much less) when ...
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No FM/AM audio output on car radio, RDS and CD working
Strange issue with my 2011 Kia Picanto.
When on AM or FM while the radio can scan and find stations, tune to them and display the RDS data for them, there is no sound output. At first it started off ...
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BMW E90 Aftermarket Head Unit Eonon GA9165B Installation Troubleshoot with Auto StartStop Button
I just bought the Eonon GA9165B Android 7" head unit for my 2007 BMW E90 and I think I may have a potential problem with my Auto Start Stop button as I don't think they have considered that some E90s ...
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What kind of port/connector is this?
I just bought honda fit also known as jazz 1.3 hybrid 2011 from japan.But its manual is in Japanese and i just want to know what kind(name) of port/connector it is. Its under cigarette lighter and av ...
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Undoing auto select radio stations on a 2016 Honda CRV
I have a 2016 Honda CRV. I had setup my radio station presets on my car. Someone was playing with the controls and "Auto selected" to the strongest radio stations in the area. Is there a way to undo ...
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2 stereos, 1 car… Can it be done
I recently bought a 05 Scion xA and replaced my head unit. It's a Kenwood DPX503BT. I moved it to the lower cubby on my dashboards console leaving the top empty. Now I'm wanting to install a Eincar ...
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Does shortcut with radio's wire harness 12v constant (Yellow) and the red (accesorry 12v) could have damaged car components?
Here is the diagram of Factory radio wiring ... I burned a 10 a fuse linking the radio itself and the Clock. But i didnt removed the battery doing the job si thats why i have shortcut .... Yeah it ...
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Calibra 2400W Amp sound goes up and down
I jut installed Calibra 2400w amp, a sub and calibra 7" x 10" speakers on 2010 Hyundai i20.
When the car is idling the sounds goes up and down on an amp( seems as if amp cut out) but when the car ...
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Gm intelilink upgrade
I have a Vauxhall astra excite 2015 plate and i was wondering if there was anyway of upgrading from that horrible orange screen to a more efficient touchscreen, i would normally know these things but ...
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Stereo Headunit resets everytime its switched off/on
Car: Audi TT 2011
Stereo unit: Pioneer SPH DA120
New on here and dont usually need to ask but i cant find an answer to my problem anywhere.
Had a huge headache installing my head unit and a new sub ...
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BMW head unit losing memory after some time
I have bought an aftermarket head unit and a harness adaptor for the BMW.
I'm not great with cars but thought I'd give this a go myself. The harness has a flying red wire which required connection to ...
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Aftermarket radio install doesn't turn on. 2009 Saturn Aura XE
I have a 2009 Saturn Aura XE that I'm trying to put a new radio and subs in. I've connected the harness correctly and it doesn't power on. I know I have the correct one because the other one activated ...
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Radio problems?
I took out the factory radio in my 2001 Buick LeSabre an tried to hook my new radio but once I got it hooked an turned the car to on the radio came on but started turning on and off what would cause ...
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Need help with my cars music system
i own a 2012 Honda Civic lx. This trim does not come with Bluetooth. I was wondering if i can use the usb Port to connect "something" that can stream my music from my phone (like Spotify) to my car in ...
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How would I go about mixing front/rear audio channels to a powered subwoofer?
I'm looking at installing a small powered subwoofer under my seat. Most conventional guides for doing this suggest putting the subwoofer on either the front or rear speakers to get a mono setup.
My ...
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2016 Ford Fusion with SYNC 3 Radio Wiring Diagram
I’m looking for a 2016 Ford Fusion with SYNC 3 Radio Wiring Diagram. I’m planning on installing an aftermarket amp and subs an I need the diagram so I can install the line output converter. Does ...
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How am i am able to fix or reset a ford android radio [duplicate]
I had looked at the fuses and taken the battery out.ive tried thhe factory resef on the setting.but its that bad now i cant even use the touch screen.xx
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Can i master reset or fix my android radio?
My android radio is'nt working right. Its coming on but not letting me go on any programmes and the radio signal is'nt staying on the chanel i ask for. I want to do a master reset how do i so it. Is ...
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BMW 118D RADIO PROBLEM
So I installed a after market radio. Apparently BMW doesn't have a ACC+ wire, only a constant 12V (yes it was weird for me also) I checked all the cables with my multi meter but there wasn't a single ...
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electric motor feedback thru stereo speakers
I just installed a JVC radio in my ELECTRIC Atomic cart. I get really loud motor feedback through the speakers that intensifies with motor speed. I guess it needs a filter of some type but I have no ...
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Put in aftermarket stereo and used aftermarket wiring harness adapter… won't work unless connect battery and ACC wire together? Draining battery
I have put an aftermarket Double Din stereo in my 2001 Nissan Xterra and used the correct aftermarket wiring harness adapter kit. I have wired it color for color with the exception of leaving the ...
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Power locks not working 2009 Honda Civic EX
I recently changed the radio on my Honda Civic and after I installed it I realized my key wasn't locking the doors. I replaced the battery on the key and still nothing. I also noticed that the power ...
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Doors will not lock
I replaced the factory radio in my 2005 Colorado with a aftermarket radio. The radio works great. The power door locks stopped working, on the doors and the fob. What did I do wrong?
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91 Buick Regal radio/amp replacement
I have a 91 Buick Regal sedan that some part of the car stereo has died on. It turns on but I cannot get any audio out of it. It seems that the radio and amp are contained in one unit under the glove ...
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Software removed from Honda 2017 radio
I'm from Poland.
I removed the software from the radio in Honda Accord Hybrid 2017.
Only the reversing camera works.
The service in Poland will not help me, because the car is from the USA.
Does ...
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Have a Ford Focus 2006 and need to enter code
The battery had been out as off road. I have the code but what do I press after entering it?
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My stereo lost power
Hey so I recently messed with my headlights on my Mustang 2002 but in the process I guess I lost power to my stereo? What happened and how do I fix this ?
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Audio settings in Infinity G37 got disabled…No audio now
I was watching this video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2D-Laz4E7tA
and tried it on my 2013 Infiniti-G37x car. And audio settings got disabled. I can see the CD/Aux input/ USB playing...but there ...
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Is it possible to remove speakers from Camry and put it in a Versa?
So I have a 2007 Toyota Camry with a blown head gasket. I found a company to buy the car and their requirements of what needs to be functional is pretty basic. So I am sure I can take my speakers off ...
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Could installing a 12V radio on a JDM Simpa damage the battery and alternator, causing the alternator to put out no charge?
I am a Canadian living in France. I bought a "voiture sans permis" (JDM Simpa) for my son to go to and fro school... It is essentially a very small motor vehicle which can only go up to 80 km per hour....
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2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GT Radio Theftlock
Blew the bulb in my stock radio, picked up another radio from the junk yard, and of course there's the theftlock (I should've known). I've read about being able to get a code by holding down various ...
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Change language car stereo Toyota NHDN-W56 [duplicate]
I am unable to change Japanese to English language for my Toyota NHDN-W56 car stereo. Please help me with the user manual.
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Honda 2002 Accord re-set after battery disconnect nightmare
I want to get my radio/car alarm re-set and I now have figured out my special code, but am I permanently locked out?
The farthest step that I get is to see the serial number (U XXXX and L xxxx, ), ...
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Ford 6000 CD radio code locked [closed]
I have a 2009 Ford with the following radio ID: V023619 can anyone tell me the code to unlock? Thanks
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New Radio install
I have a 2003 f150 I'm installing a new DBL din head unit, the one i'm pulling out is a single din after market head unit, I wired up the harness and the unit would not turn on, i double checked ...
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Wiring for radio issues?
I have a 04 jeep grand cherokee special edition and the factory harness was cut out so I figured whatever I'll just hard wire it. Found all the speaker wire colors matches them up but the battery ...
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2017 Nissan Altima Bluetooth On/Off
I just purchased a 2017 Nissan Altima and I was able to pair my iPhone 8 to the Bluetooth, however every time I start my car the Bluetooth feature on my car is off. So if I want to utilize the ...
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How to secure Kenwood radio in polo 2012
I have upgraded my factory radio since my polo comes with a no frills CD and radio.
At the back there is m4 threaded screw hole which appears to match with another hole in the pic.
Am guessing ...
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Alternator regulator gone bad 3x in one day
I have a 2008 Toyota Camry 2.4l. My problem is battery is over charging causing amplifier ground wire to blow fuses and also melt the wire, battery tested it is good. Tested alternator and tested bad ...
