Audio Systems/Ford Radio Display

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Expert: - 8/17/2006


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Ernesto, Ciao:

I followed the instructions you gave someone else regarding the removal of the power board just left of the CD changer in the 1999 ford radio with intermittent display.

I got the radio out ok, took the top off, removed the screw in the rear attached through the case and into a brass looking fitting. However, the board seems to be held by something else.

Also, on my unit, there is a metal shroud over the power board.

Just fiddling with trying to get it out brought back the display, so I'm assuming it is a cold solder joint.

If I can get the board out...I can solder.

Thanks,

Ralph

Answer
GOOD JOB YES THAT IS THE PROBLEM COLD SOLDER

in front of the board next to the 2 capacitors  or lef of the plug there is a piece of metal bend in to the board holding it  
there is a another metal bend in the midle of the board  go in by the hole in the metal shroud

good lcuk on the repair
resolder the big resistors they get very hot  

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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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