Audio Systems/speaker problems

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I have a 1993 dodge Grand Caravan with an Infinity speaker system. A number of years ago the factory installed tape deck stopped working. I purchased a new Jensen (I think) tape deck and was having trouble getting all the speakers to function properly. I recall cutting a few wires by the speakers and everything started working great. After a few more years that tape deck stopped working so I purchased an original chrysler tape deck that was compatible with the original. It also worked fine. Now I purchased (on Ebay) 2 Chrysler tape/cd players and on each one I can't get the frony speakers to work. When I install the non cd player the front speakers work. I am pretty sure that the problem is not with the unit but with the speakers. I still have unconnected cut wires around the speakers but I can't seem to pinpoint the problem. Any ideas?
Thanks
Alan

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fix all the wires plugs back to factory  
on the right side of the radio there are two relays that turn on 4 of the 8 speakers you have in that car the other 4 always run with the radio
and there are 4 amplifiers one behind each speaker
check the relays first
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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