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Expert: - 8/25/2006


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I have a 1999 mercury sable LS with a 3.0L V-6 engine.  My problem concerns the light within the deck that lights up the time and radio station.  When I turn on the car, the time and radio station on and off and sometimes it stays off for 10 seconds or so.  This only happens for about the first 5 to 10 minutes the car is on - after that the radio station and time stay lit up like in any other car.  I have been told I have a short in the radio.  I know how to pop off the dash, but have no idea how to fix this problem.  Is there any part I have to replace.  Any suggestions would be appreciated.  Thanks

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NOO
don't take the dash out that is not a radio that unit is only a remote control unit
the radio is in the trunk  left side behind the carpet follow the antenna wire and you will see it
was this car in a accident maybe in the back or your trunk is leaking water and the radio is in there
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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