INSPECTION PROCEDURE 22: CD can not be Inserted: Diagnosis

STEP 1. Check that a CD has been already loaded.
Q: Has a CD been already loaded?
- NO: Go to Step 2.
- YES: Take out the CD (If the CD cannot be ejected, refer to INSPECTION PROCEDURE 26 ). Check that a CD can be inserted.
STEP 2. Check how a CD is inserted.
- Ensure that the ignition switch is at "ACC" or "ON".
  NOTE: If you try to load a CD when the ignition switch is at the positions other than "ACC" or "ON", the CD will not be inserted completely and then rejected.
  
  Q: If you try to load the CD, does the CD stops halfway and then rejected?
  - YES: Refer to INSPECTION PROCEDURE 26 .
  - NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check after the CD is loaded.
NOTE: Even though the CD is loaded, "ERROR" (error) is sometimes displayed with the CD rejected because of vibration/shock or dew on the CD face or optical lens.

Q: Though the CD is inserted completely, is "ERROR" (error) displayed and the CD ejected?
- YES: Go to Step 4.
- NO: The procedure is complete.
STEP 4. Check the CD.
Check the CD for the conditions below:
- Is the CD loaded with its label facing down?
- Is the recorded face dirty or scratched?
- Is there dew on the recorded face?
  Q: Is the CD in good condition?
  - YES: Go to Step 5.
  - NO: The original CD is defective.
STEP 5. Check again using a normal CD, which is not dirty or scratched.
- Load another normal CD.
- Check that the CD player recognizes and play the CD.
  Q: When you substitute another normal CD, is the CD loaded correctly?
  - YES: The original CD is defective. Check that a CD can be inserted.
  - NO: Replace the radio and CD player. The procedure is complete.