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Expert: Ernesto R - 11/6/2009


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I just purchased a used 2005 Taurus SEL that has a am/fm 6 disc cd in the dash and there is no response when I push the on/off button.  I read another posting of yours that said the actual radio is in the trunk. I don't have the car right now so I can verify this, (or see if one is missing!)but I was wondering what I can do in the way of trouble shooting, beyond checking the fuse, to see if the is a power issue is a line issue or the radio is just kaput. The dealer I bought the car from was not very helpful other than telling me the radio did not work up front. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.  

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there are  2 fuses for the radio, one on each fuse box
if they are ok check the amplifier tuner in the trunk ,check all the plugs and if you have a tester look for power

in the worse case you need a new radio, you can buy a rebuild for radio from here
good luck

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'm a car electronics installer with 22 of experience. I'm very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, 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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