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Expert: - 6/9/2006


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Like Derek's question on a possible short (6/3/06 question/response)on a 98 Explorer radio, I have a 98 Explorer XLT with factory radio that intermitently looses the display (station and time).  You indicated the amp rcu/tuner box may be the problem - possibly a loose connection. From your reply, I'm not sure about the location of the box.  Is it in the rear cargo area of the vehicle?  Behind the wheel well covering panel? I know there is a control box of some sort - associated with the alarm system in the left (driver side) rear panel that is also the storage place for the jack.  Is the tuner box on the opposite side (right) from the location of the jack?  This problem is the only one I have with the vehicle, which I bought new in 1999 and have over 125K on.  With the exception of the display light going out randomly, the factory stereo/radio/single CD system seems to work fine.. Appreciate your reply.  Joel

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this is a diferent radio the problem is inside the radio
if this is the am/fm/cd/tape radio

take radio out open the radio  next to the cd  left side there is a small board on screw in back of the radio to remove
put it on a table and resolder the resistors  there is 4 or take them out and clean them no need for new ones
this is the power suply board and it runs very hot

good luck

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'am a car electronics installer with 23 years of experience. I'am very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, auxiliary audio inputs and iPod iPhone interface integration and security systems if you need any help with your factory stereo, or how to add auxiliary audio or listen to your ipod android in the vehicle I currently have a MECP Master Installation Technician certification. My answers are based on my experience in vehicles and my knowledge of automotive electronics I don't put much emphasis on brand names; you won't often find me putting down a brand or pushing one on dont send me a list of what brands i like better sorry i can not help you with aftermarket or vehicles that are not in the u.s.a also video and security

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