Audio Systems/2000 Impala stereo

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Expert: - 9/10/2007


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The radio in my son's 2000 Impala stopped working.  There is no sound from any speaker when turned on.  There's an amp in the trunk under the rear deck, two speakers in the rear and two up front in the doors.  This a factory installed system with CD.  The radio has power and seems to still control some of the auto's settings, such as the automatic light dimming, power door locks, etc.  The odd thing is that when the radio is off, occasional static noises come from the right rear speaker, but only when off.
Where do we start to troubleshoot this sort of odd problem?

Answer
remove the battery to reset the system for 10 minutes
this is a BCM problem the radio stops the audio when the vehicle is going to send a warning using the front speakers
leave the key on the ignition and open the door to see if the door chime is still working
if this don't help  the radio needs to be remove and test outside  
sorry i can not help you more  

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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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