INSPECTION PROCEDURE 29: CD Player: CD sound skips.: Diagnosis

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

STEP 1. Check the state in which the sound on the CD jumps.
Q: Does the sound jump when the car is parked?

YES : Go to Step 2.

NO: Go to Step 4.
STEP 2. Check the surface of the CD.
Q: Are there any scratches or soiling on the CD?

YES : The CD is defective if there are any scratches. Clean the CD surface if it is dirty. Check that a CD sound skip is resolved.

NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check when replacing with a CD that can be played normally without any scratches or soiling.
Q: Does the CD play normally when replaced with a CD that is not scratched or dirty and can play normally?

YES : Defective CD used. Check that a CD sound skip is resolved.

NO: Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Check by tapping the radio and CD player.
NOTE: Check by using a proper CD which is free from scratches, dirt or any other abnormality.

Q: Does the sound jump when tapping the radio and CD player?

YES : Securely mount the radio and CD player. Check that a CD sound skip is resolved.

NO: Either repair or replace the radio and CD player. Take the following measures if a servicing shop is close-by.
1. Investigate in detail the state when the sound jumps while driving the car.
2. Describe the state to the service shop for consultation.
3. Either repair or replace the radio and CD player according to the instructions of the service shop.
Check that a CD sound skip is resolved.