Why did my car radio stop working after the battery died?

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.

What should I do if my car radio won’t turn off?

If you drive a car that was built in the last 10 or 15 years, you’re experiencing this problem, and you have an OEM head unit, you may want to start by checking your owner’s manual to see if your vehicle does have this feature.

How to reset an anti-theft radio on a Chevy?

Press the “AM/FM” button until “SEC” appears on the radio display. Press the “ON” button on the radio. The radio is now reset. Press the “Minute” and “Hour” buttons slowly until the security code matches. Going too fast may cause you to skip over the correct numbers of the security code. Store your radio security code in a safe place.

How do you change a car battery without losing the radio code?

Put the clamp back in place and tighten the bolt (s) that hold it in place. Fire up the car to ensure that the new battery has been successfully fitted. Now try the radio. If you have follwed this guide correctly, the power to your radio will not have been cut and your radio will not require programming with the radio code.

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.

What should I do if my car battery loses power?

If proper battery replacement practices were followed then the radio, clock, or anything else on the car would never have lost battery power. There are a few rules for replacing a battery: Always make sure the radio and any other electrical devices are switched off before beginning.

Why is my MyGig radio not working after dead battery?

I know with my Caliber (where I retrofitted a MyGIG) that if I don’t pull the radio fuse before re-connecting the radio, the radio won’t power on after. Try disconnecting the battery again, remove the radio fuse, reconnect battery, then re-insert radio fuse.

What kind of car radio Will Self Destruct?

My car is a 2003 Hyundai Sante Fe with 92,000 miles on it. Some cars came with “anti-theft” radios that would self destruct unless you know the reset code if power is removed…Mostly German and luxury car models…Check your owners manual for the type of radio installed in your car.

What should the battery voltage be on a GM radio?

.67amps / 670 MA is too high. less than .2AMP/200MA is ok but if should be 100MA or less.. most all the time .. it may occasionally wake up for a brief time to more current but only a few seconds. Is this a stock GM radio or an aftermarket? Its a stock radio with the Bose sound system.

Why does my Chevy Silverado 1500 battery drain?

I have the annoying battery drain when my 2003 chevy Silverado 1500 is sitting for three to four days. I did the amp test and found a 2.17 amp draw with everything shut down and key out of ignition. I than pulled out my fuses one at time and found the 15 amp fuse for the radio was causing a 1.5 amp draw.

Is there a draw on the battery on a Chevy Silverado?

for those of you that have a rear radio control in the back seat monitor the draw then unplug the rear control head on this 05 chevy silverado the draw was gone no more dead battery. Battery Draw in today’s vehicles especially Light GM trucks is pretty common.

What happens to a GMC radio if battery dies?

Chevy and GMC vehicles both feature Theftlock radios which render the stereo inoperable to would-be thieves. The downside of the Theftlock system is that if your battery dies or becomes disconnected, you’ll need to enter the radio code to deactivate the Theftlock system.

How do you get the radio code on a Chevy?

Step 4: Call the Chevy Radio Code phone line at 1-800-537-5140. Enter 106010 followed by the # key to direct you to the radio code retrieval system. Step 5: Enter the six digit code you retrieved in steps 2 and 3 followed by the * key. They must be in order. You will be given a four digit radio code. Write down the radio code.

Why is my Radio not working on my 2001 Silverado?

I had the exact same issue with my 2001 Silverado 2500HD. Driving down the highway one night and my radio shuts off and instrument cluster malfunctions.

Why does my Chev Silverado have no sound?

No sound from speakers, but the radio is showing volume and station. Pop the hood and find the fuse that says “radio.” Pull it and flip it around the other direction and put it back in. There is also one that says “radio amp.”

Is it possible for a car radio to fail?

While it is possible for a car radio to fail altogether, there are a lot of internal and external issues that can be fixed well short of total replacement. 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.

What happens if my stereo unit stops working?

Most stereos/radios have a heat sink and a cooling fan. If your fan has stopped working, it could lead to a buildup of heat in the unit forcing it to shut down before permanent damage is done.

How long does it take for a car radio to turn off?

This feature typically shuts the radio off after about ten minutes or if a door is shut, although that isn’t a universal rule.

What kind of cassette player does a Chevy truck use?

Vehicles used both EQ and non-EQ versions of this cassette deck. This is for a professionally remanufactured cassette deck with EQ controls commonly used in Chevy trucks between 1988 and 1994. It is designed to work alongside the 3 piece system with the Control Head and Receiver box.

When did the GMC 88-94 cassette deck come out?

1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 Chevy, GMC & Cadillac EQ Control Cassette Deck for use with 3-Piece System. Vehicles used both EQ and non-EQ versions of this cassette deck. This is for a professionally remanufactured cassette deck with EQ controls commonly used in Chevy trucks between 1988 and 1994.

Why is my car radio not shutting down?

There are a few causes that can result in a car radio not shutting down when you expect it to, and each one applies to a pretty specific situation. The most common cause of this problem is an improperly wired head unit, so if you have an aftermarket radio, that might be your issue.

What should I do if my radio shuts off randomly?

Radio shuts off and turns on randomly.. Service Stabilitrac, Service TC, etc.. … If you are having this issue I would recommend that you have your dealer look into this for you. I would also like you to keep me posted on the progress with your dealer. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me anytime.

Why does my music stop when I Turn Off my Radio?

If the display shuts off at the same time the music cuts out, then the unit is probably losing power. Tracking down the fault can be difficult when the radio is functioning since it actually has power at that time. The problem is often in the speaker wiring.

What to do when your car stereo stops working?

First, your battery went dead, and now your car stereo is dead, and it’s really shaping up to be just one of those days. So you drive the rest of the way to work in silence, and you hope that the next step isn’t going to be buying a brand new car stereo. And it probably isn’t.

When to replace the battery in a radio controlled clock?

When replacing the battery in a radio controlled clock DO NOT use Duracell batteries as they can cause malfunctioning of the clock movement. When will the Anthorn transmitter be off the air?

How do you turn on a CB radio?

1. Slide the mobile adapter onto the CB Radio. 2. Plug your mobile adapter into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter plug. 3. Plug in the other connector into an external antenna (see note below). 4. Rotate the ON/OFF knob. 5. Use the channel selector buttons to select the desired channel. 6. Press the push to talk button and start talking.

Why does my car not start but the radio and lights work?

While most of the reasons why a car won’t start but the radio and lights still go on is related to a mechanical problem, there are instances when it can be the result of human error. This is particularly true with certain vehicles.

When replacing the battery in a radio controlled clock DO NOT use Duracell batteries as they can cause malfunctioning of the clock movement. When will the Anthorn transmitter be off the air?

Why is my clock radio not working when I start my truck?

You will find that its voltage is dropping too low while you are starting the truck. It [the new battery] has an internal defect and will have to be replaced. Of course, I am assuming that you are using the correct battery for your truck and not some under sized replacement.

Why does my car radio not work after a jump start?

The radio may also be damaged if the current battery goes dead and you replace it without removing the fuse. If the radio doesn’t work after a jump start or a battery cable disconnect/reconnect and you find a U0184 trouble code, it means the digital data bus has lost communication with the radio.

How long can you play radio on a car battery?

If you are playing the radio on the battery and that the lights are on, it can even reduce from one hour to specific minutes. Everyone likes to listen to their favorite music and relax for some time. You can easily keep the device on while the engine is switched off. Most people are unaware of this simple and useful technique.

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 a car battery is disconnected?

There can be more than twenty modules on each vehicle and many of these modules have some sort of “learned” memory, which may be lost when the battery is disconnected. This can cause something minor, like the clock to lose its time, but it can also lead to engine stalling or even a failed smog inspection.

What happens if you lose a radio station?

Radio Loss of time, radio stations, and possible anti-theft lockout. Transmission control module Loss of adaptive information; most late module transmissions “learn” how you drive and “learn” to shift accordingly.

What happens if you hook up a battery to a ground cable?

This is why the final cable you hook up should always be a ground cable, and it should be hooked to ground, rather than the battery. If you hook directly to a battery, and any hydrogen gas has leaked from the battery, the resulting spark could ignite the gas and cause an explosion.

What do you do when your Uconnect freezes up?

One of the main complaints about UConnect is how the system freezes up. With a black, unresponsive screen, owners are left without a way to control the radio, navigation, remote locking, climate control, and other important features. On its own, the system will switch between input sources. So from the radio, to XM, to the USB, and so on.

What happens when your Uconnect screen goes blank?

One of the main complaints about UConnect is how the system freezes up. With a black, unresponsive screen, owners are left without a way to control the radio, navigation, remote locking, climate control, and other important features. When [the screen goes blank] you lose (sic) all information on your radio, phone, navigation system very annoying.

Is there a problem with the Ram UConnect system?

Ram (and other Chrysler vehicles) have been switching to a UConnect system that has become synonymous with acting strange, freezing up, or shutting down completely. Sometimes the only way to fix the problem is to pull over, shut off the vehicle, and restart.

Why is my Uconnect on my Dodge Dart not working?

While Ram trucks aren’t mentioned by name, you can tell me if any of this sounds familiar. the Uconnect system in the Dodge Dart began to freeze and then shut off in April 2016, leaving a blank, black screen that didn’t work, so the plaintiffs took their car to a dealership for repairs while the Dart was still under warranty.

Why does my XM Radio have a dead battery?

Another dead battery! We get this question a lot… and none of the previous posters ever mentioned XM radio. There are many possibilites. There is the status of the charging system, the condition of the battery itself, and there can be corrosion in the battery connections.

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.

Why is the radio not working on my Ram truck?

The radio is “married” to the trucks vin# which it reads through the CAN bus network. A replacement radio needs a code but not the one that was installed from the factory. It’s possible something else went wrong but that’s how mine has worked each time I disconnect my battery. Others have confirmed this. Ouch, sorry man.

What to do if your SiriusXM antenna is broken?

Make sure the SiriusXM antenna cable is firmly and securely plugged into the cradle. Make sure the SiriusXM antenna cable is not bent or broken. Turn your SiriusXM radio off, then on, to reset this message. If using a Dock & Play or Portable Radio, remove the Radio from its docking cradle and then reinstall to attempt to reset this message. Off Air

Why is my Sirius Satellite Radio not working?

Your SiriusXM radio is acquiring audio or program information from the satellite. This message usually goes away in a few seconds. SiriusXM is updating your Radio with the latest encryption code. Wait until the update is complete. This message may also display when you are trying to tune to a channel that is unavailable or blocked.

What to do if your car battery goes dead?

You left your headlights on, and your battery went dead. Or it just went dead because, whatever, it was old, and it’s cold out, and nothing lasts forever. Either way, the battery went dead, and you dealt with the problem: a jump start, or a battery charger, or even a new battery, problem solved, and you’re back on the road.

What happens when you lose all electrical power?

All fine been driving as usual all of last week until today – came back to car, unlocked fine, all power fine and then electrics go completely dead just as I’m turning key to start engine. Thought I was scuppered this time, but then suddenly, again about 5 minutes later, all power came back and I was able to start engine and drive home fine.

What to do if your car loses all electrical power?

Assumed the fob battery had died, so unlocked manually via the key. Got in the car, realised there was absolutely no electrical power, completely dead, no dashboard/interior lights, turning key in ignition did nothing. Assumed the battery had randomly died.

Why does my radio keep changing channels by itself?

We have come across some common reasons for this issue and have gone through some solutions which have been helpful to solve the problem. Let us see why is your radio changing channels by itself. One of the many reasons that cause the radio to keep changing the stations by itself is faulty buttons.

Where does the radio noise come from on a power line?

Most radio noise on power-company equipment comes from incidental emitters. These have no specific limits on conducted or radiated emissions. But all unlicensed emitters of radio energy have a requirement not to cause harmful interference.

Why do power lines interfere with radio signals?

A little knowledge can go a long way toward avoiding a fine from the FCC. Power-line noise can interfere with radio communications and broadcasting. Essentially, the power-lines or associated hardware improperly generate unwanted radio signals that override or compete with desired radio signals.

How often should power line noise be heard?

The oscilloscope should show the bursts occurring every 1/120 seconds, or 8 1/3 ms. Look at the suspect noise from a radio’s audio output using the AM mode. Use the wide filter settings and tune to a frequency without a station. Power-line noise bursts should repeat every 8.33 ms.

What to do when your car radio keeps going off?

Cure when on was to switch it off. stop the car, switch off the ignition, open the door, wait a couple of seconds, then restart the car with the radio off, then switch it on. Assuming the microcontroller was not properly resetting the programming counter to zero to start the program at the beginning, then it was okay.

What should I do if my Dodge Ram Radio is not working?

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Why is the dome light on my Radio not working?

Discussion in ‘ Audio & Electronics ‘ started by jstargell, Oct 21, 2013 . My radio just stopped working and the dome light will not come on. The bulbs are good and I have checked all fuses, followed the ground wires and all are attached.

Where is the fuse box on a Ford 350?

Ford F-350 (1999 – 2001) – fuse box diagram Year of production: 1999, 2000, 2001 Passenger Compartment Fuse Box The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Number Ampere rating [A] Description 1 20 Turn/Hazard Lamps 2 5 1999: Instrument Cluster, Power train Control Module (PCM) …

Why does my Ford Expedition radio not work?

I am having the same issue with my 2003 Ford expedition and the radio is not working and the power windows do not work also I continuously here a clicking sound that sounds like the door are locking or unlocking but it is not actually locking or unlocking would replacing the fuse fix my issues 42 people found this helpful.

Where is the cruise control switch on a Dodge Ram?

Pull the old cruise control switch out and set it aside. Figure 1. Remove two screws holding the cruise control switch in place, and unplug the electrical connector. In some Dodge Ram models, the electrical connector is plugged in underneath the steering wheel horn cover.

What to do if your car radio is locked?

Start your vehicle like normal, or turn the key until it’s in the “On” or “Accessory” position. Then, press the power button on the radio’s volume dial to turn on the radio. The digital display will read “LOC” if the radio is locked.

What causes a GM radio to lock up?

Take your car to a qualified GM mechanic or car radio technician to have them diagnose the source of the problem. GM Theftlock radios are designed to lock up automatically when the vehicle’s battery dies or becomes disconnected, though an electronic malfunction could also cause the Theftlock function to activate.

How to restore a radio from the 1930’s?

After taking out the three thumb screws that hold in the large metal frame, I removed the speaker and antenna. This radio as with most of the ones from the 1930’s to 1950’s only had one speaker, it was in good shape as was a few of the vacuum tubes not cracked.

What should I do if I accidentally touch my old radio?

Your old radio may shock you if you accidentally touch the metal chassis or any exposed metal (i.e. exposed volume or tuning knob). Make sure you re-install knobs if they have been removed or fallen off Do not put radio near water or submerge your radio while it’s plugged in or turned on.

What should I do if my car radio stopped working?

That means car radio codes almost overwhelmingly become headaches for the lawful owners of those car radios, instead of the thieves they are meant to inconvenience. The best way to deal with a car radio code is to not deal with it at all.

What happens if you put a clock radio in the wrong socket?

However, if you put tubes back in wrong sockets you may burn out one or more tubes and destroy your radio. The power plug is not making a connection with the outlet. Bend tangs slightly, turn radio on, see if tubes glow orange. If your system is a clock radio, the little clock knobs on/off operate on a mechanical cam.

Why does my drivers side window not work?

A smaller version of GM’s rebirth of the Hummer. Hard to start yesterday,drivers side window,power door locks wont work,either by buttons on both doors or on key fob.Other windows work! Replaced Battery checked door lock fuse,still no drivers side window or door locks. Answered! View the answer I have this problem too Is this a good question?

Why is my Bluetooth radio in a failed state?

Driver enumeration failures: The Bluetooth radio is in a failed state after after successful enumeration by the underlying bus. This typically occurs when building up the driver stack for the radio, e.g. when a filter or function driver is installed on the Bluetooth radio device node (devnode).

What happens when a car radio fuse is blown?

In the case of your car radio fuse, it is designed to sacrifice itself to prevent a dangerous amount of current from flowing through your car radio and the associated circuit. If your radio is dead due to a botched jump start or charge, and you’re lucky, then you may find that your car radio fuse is blown.

Why is my radio and Windows not working?

Radio, a/c, and power windows wouldn’t work. Went straight to that 125 fuse. I pulled the fuse wiped it off an reinstalled. Everything works as advertised. I hooked a brand new battery up and started the vehicle. Nearly 30 to 45 seconds later radio power locks and windows stop with oil fuel battery and thermostat gauge.

Why does my car radio stop working when I open the door?

In some cases, a broken wire or bad connection in the speaker wires where they pass through into a door can also cut off the sound altogether rather than just cutting off the sound to one speaker. If you find that your sound comes back on if you open and shut the door, that may be the problem, or it could be a ground issue.

What was the cause of death for radio?

Radio’s cause of death was not immediately released, but he had been ill and under hospice care. He suffered from pancreatitis, diabetes and kidney issues, TMZ reported. Here’s what you need to know:

Who was the founder of the radio station KFI?

In 1922, Earle C. Anthony was the founder and owner of what eventually became KFI, a radio station he controlled until his death in 1961.

How to reset the radio after a battery replacement?

This function is designed to prevent theft of the radio. Replacing the battery will also trigger the lock mode. The radio can only be reset by entering the security code that came with the Freestyle. If you no longer have the code, contact a Ford dealer to have them provide it for you.

What does it mean when your car battery is dead overnight?

You go out to your car and the battery is dead overnight, this can be frustrating to say the least especially when you are late to work or got the kids ready for school and ready to leave. When the battery looses its charge in the morning you could have a voltage drain in the electrical system which is called a parasitic draw.

Why is my glove box light draining the battery?

Inspect the glove box light, in most cases this light is controlled by a small pin switch inside the box door frame. If this switch malfunctions or is misaligned it will allow the light to stay on draining the battery.

How to find an automotive parasitic draw dead battery?

At night look under the vehicle to check for light near the engine bay, to fix this problem replace the light assembly. If you can’t find the cause of the battery drain, a manual draw check of the electrical system will need to be performed.

What causes a car battery to go flat after 5 years?

If the engine struggles to start before the battery is 5 years old, it probably means: 1 The battery isn’t getting enough charge. 2 The car’s doing too many short journeys, or 3 There’s a vehicle fault draining the battery or affecting charging.

What was the problem with Chriss Ford battery?

He called Ford Assistance and was told the battery had suffered a massive drain. After a jump-start, Chris headed back to his dealer, Dees Ford Wimbledon. No fault could be found and Chris was sent on his way. Two months later, the same thing happened. Again, Dees could find no fault.

Why is my car radio not working after battery installation?

The clock on the radio interface had been reset to 12:00 when they disconnected the battery, but I could not reset the clock to the appropriate time after installation. After doing some research, I came up with two scenarios to look into:

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.

Where is the radio code on a 1988 Ford XJ40?

In many cases, the radio has been removed or replaced from the > original. This would be the case if the radio in your 1988 XJ40 has code. > receiver. was written on the bonnet.. Exactly where? I can’t find it but perhaps I was looking for something bigger. code was attached to the underside of the bonnet. I do not know exactly

What does it mean when your car is completely dead no power?

If it remains illuminated, you have a “car completely dead no power” situation. Dim headlights – Another bad alternator symptom is the dash lights and headlights will get lower when your car is idling but become brighter when you rev your engine. The lack of headlight power means that you could have a weak alternator or a damaged connection.

Why does my car radio stop working after I Turn Off the battery?

There are a few different reasons for a car radio to stop working after the battery has gone completely dead. The first, and by far most common, is that the radio has an anti-theft “feature” that kicks in whenever battery power is removed.

Why does my dome lamp and radio not work?

On the odd chance that the dome lamp and radio have coincidental failures not related to Fuse 12, check some of those other circuits in the last diagram I sent. If glove box, power mirrors, lighted mirrors (in visors), underhood lamp and truck bed lamp work (or any combination of those), it shows the circuit to be powered as it leaves the JB.

How can I Stop my Car Stereo from draining my battery?

Simple as that! Just stop using your stereo system or any other battery draining application on your car’s battery. You should always ignite your engine first, let the alternator do its work and it won’t strain your battery. No one wants to listen to the beats coming out of your car from miles away. Just try to keep it to yourself.

Why does my car battery keep draining power?

Cause the wire is constantly with 12V power from car battery even if car key removed, if you connected any wire to this wire to get power, then it will also drain car battery. If above are checked but still drain battery, then it maybe the radio is problem or any other area problem from the car, you may need to contact a car shop to check.

What should I do if my car battery is dead?

You realize that your battery is dead. How did this happen? A car battery is the most crucial piece of equipment to starting and driving your vehicle. It sends power from the starter motor to the sparks plugs, igniting your car’s fuel, while also giving other systems power. This includes lights, radio, air conditioning, and more.

Why does the CD changer drain the battery?

The CD changer would sometimes try to continuously cycle CDs when the car was off. The radio had to be replaced and the steering wheel controls reprogrammed. Never had the prolem before although car never sat for that long.

Why does my car radio drain the battery?

If the yellow wire and black wire are connected correct, but the red wire being connected with permeation power, then the radio will drain car battery.

Why does my car battery keep dying over and over?

If your car battery keeps dying over and over again, one of the simplest explanations is that there is some kind of drain on the system that persists after you remove the keys and lock the doors. Even if you’ve already ruled out obvious things like the headlights and dome light, there may still be a drain in your system.

How can I find out if my Ford battery is dead?

Here’s a test to use with a Ford vehicle. If you’ve suffered a dead battery and both the battery and charging systems check out, it’s time to perform a parasitic drain test. The test involves hooking an ammeter in series with the negative battery cable to measure the amperage draw. Professional technicians use a clamp on ammeter.

What should I do if my car radio is damaged?

When that happens, all you have to do is enter the right car radio code, and you’re back in business. In certain rarer cases, you may be dealing with a damaged radio or even damage to other electrical systems other than your radio.

Why are the left side of my car speakers not working?

I have a Honda Accord 1997 and I have noticed that the left speakers are not working in my car. The radio is working just fine and the right side speakers play just fine also but the left side is not working whatsoever. Anyone have any ideas on what might be happening and what action to take? Thanks so much!

Is the radio dead in the United States?

Radio Is Dead In 10 Years. This Study Proves It. Young people have fled terrestrial radio. The medium now brings in less revenue than streaming platforms. People purchase smart speakers to listen to “better music.”

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.

Is it safe to listen to the radio in the car?

Now, if you intend using it to party for hours at high volume on the beach, get a couple of jumper batteries, to be safe. But, for low volumes, get a self powered rechargeable speaker for your IPod. Our drive in has audio over am radio, double feature, four hours or so seems fine for most cars.

Is it safe to listen to the radio with no speakers?

In general agreement. A healthy battery, a radio only with no aux powered speakers, normal volume and no problem. Now, if you intend using it to party for hours at high volume on the beach, get a couple of jumper batteries, to be safe. But, for low volumes, get a self powered rechargeable speaker for your IPod.

Is it normal for batteries to drain unevenly?

Good afternoon, i quit smoking with the aegis legend mod, i recently bought the smok morph and have noticed one battery drains alot quicker than the other, is this normal as its the same batteries i used in my aegis and the batteries do not drain unevenly. It’s normal for a smok mod.

So the battery on my car would drain after only around a day or two if the car hadn’t been driven. Disconnected the radio and it will start after not being driven for over a week now. The radio is definitely turned off when the car is off. How can I stop it drawing power when it’s turned off?

What should I do if my car battery is draining?

Wait 30 minutes. Turn the ammeter on. Remove the jumper wire, being sure that the ammeter does not come disconnected. This is now the actual vehicle’s battery drain. 4. If the draw is more than 50 mA (.050 Amps), remove the fuses one at a time to locate the source of the drain.

Is it safe to turn off the radio when the ignition is on?

They both dont drain the battery but the live when ignition is on player naturally loses all the programed stations and settings when I switch off. So, it’s safe to just rewire your radio to a live wire when ignition is on .For quickness just use a ‘scotch-lock’ to a feed .

What to do if your car radio stops working?

If you swap the red wire for the yellow one or something like that it will stop it being hooked up to the permanent live and swap it onto the ignition. Might need to cut and chop a couple of wires, either way you’ll need your stereo’s user manual. Thanks for the advice, don’t think i have the manual as I bought it second hand off someone on here.

How many amps does the Freestar Dakota draw?

This seemed still too high and when I checked my Dakota today it only draws 1.26 amps and .03 amps. after the courtesy lamps power down. The Freestar has a security system and the Dakota does not, But I cannot imagine a security system drawing (1.5 amps) that much more.

When does the radio stop working in a 1997 Ford F150?

1997 Ford F150 Lariat. Driver side window stopped working 1997 Ford F150 Lariat. Driver side window stopped working (seems to be no power) same time the radio stopped working. Today, the driver … read more Power to radio/clock does not does off when ignition is switched off.

What to do if your car stereo battery dies?

Car stereos with a code feature require you to input a preset code any time the battery dies or is disconnected. The code may be in your owner’s manual, or you might have to contact a dealer. Electrical system components can be damaged during a jump start if precautions aren’t taken.

Why is my YouTube car radio not working?

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Why is there no sound in my Ford Taurus?

After: 1) Making sure my SYNC system was updated 2) Turning the car off and on multiple times (didn’t fix it) 3) Ford told me I would need a new ACM module (but I didn’t want to spend hundreds of dollars) AND THE FIX: 4) While sitting inside of the car, I used my key fob to lock the doors all the way until i heard the ‘beep’.

Why is there no sound coming from the radio?

Ford Taurus Questions – There’s no sound coming from the radio on my 2013 Ford Taurus. Any sug… – CarGurus There’s no sound coming from the radio on my 2013 Ford Taurus. Any suggestions on what it might be and how to fix it?

Why did my car radio stop working after the battery died?