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Radio Stays Powered With the Ignition Switch OFF

Radio stays powered with the ignition switch OFF

NOTE: Always check for aftermarket accessories plugged into the vehicle's accessory power sockets.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Push the power switch OFF or turn the ignition switch OFF to see if the audio unit turns OFF.

Is the audio unit OFF?

YES - Operation is normal.

NO - Go to step 3.

3. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
4. Remove the audio unit, and disconnect audio unit connector A (20P).

NOTE: Eject all the CDs before remove the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.

5. Measure the voltage between audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No.2 and body ground.






Is there battery voltage?

YES - Check for short to power on YEL/RED wire.

NO - Replace the audio unit.