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My question is that for some time now whenever I use the turn signals the radio will cut off for a second... I replaced the factory unit with an aftermarket and routed the power straight off the acc fuse holder, with the same result.
Where could the problem be? Clock spring getting corroded?
Thanks!
Tommy Humphries
97 Wrangler Sport
Q: does it truly shut off, or do you just loose reception? If it shuts off (goes completely dead, display gone, and all) then you either have a bad connection or are not really connected to the right power source. If you just loose reception, check the antenna lead, grounds, and the flasher.
I'd second the bad power source. That or the ground.
Most common problem is picking up the wrong fuse. Personally I'd trace back the factory power wire and splice into that.
The thing is the stock unit was on the stock harness, which is why I went straight to the fuse block. For a while when it would do it the whole dash would blank out, then just the stereo. Occasionally the interrupt was long enough to require resetting the clock, but now it just cuts out the output. Also it does not do it when turning the same direction twice in a row, only when turning opposite directions.
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I think you are tapped into something else. Possibly dash/dimmer power. Or a circuit that just can't handle the load. Whatever it is, it's not correct and causing problems.
Radios have two sources. One constant (for keeping memory alive) and one switched (ignition on/acc) The constant is real picky. They shouldn't be connected to the same source. That pdf above should have the wiring you need. If it doesn't, go visit the local jeep dealer and ask if you can see the schematic for the power. Most will run you a copy.
Did you replace the stock unit? If so there are adapters out there that do a good job and keep the factory harness unaltered. crutchfield has a good selection.
If you are running a higher power sterio then you need to get back to the battery, and with a proper breaker/fuse and wire. Otherwise the sound is going to clip and that's not good for the amp.
They make adapter harnesses for this reason. Going 'directly' to the fuse was not the best installation technique.
You clearly have a bad connection, though it is hard to say exactly where it is. You did solder and heat shrink all connections right? Or did you just twist together wires and use chinese tape on them?
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