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QUESTION: Hello Ernesto,
I own a 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo ss with factory audio unit-incl.6 cd changer/satellite.After vehicle has been sitting overnight or for 4-6 hours,audio unit lighting dims and brightens off and on every 2-5 seconds.Dash lighting is ok.Also overhead air bag indicator flashes in sequence with audio unit.
Hope you van help.

ANSWER: Did you try to replace the radio ? or have done anything electrical to the vehicle

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QUESTION: Hi,
No i have not changed the unit and the vehicle is completely original,no electrical repairs have been done at all.

Answer
looks like a BCM problem
this happens when you replace the radio or cluster, in your case it is data coming from the bcm
this radio have no ignition wire and no illumination wire  only constant power and pink wire DATA CABLE this information comes from the BCM  

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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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