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Old Jul 26, 2012 | 10:59 PM
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I have a 2005 chevy suburban with an aftermarket sony head unit. It used to work fine for two years. Now, the radio only works if the ignition is in the accessory position. Once you start the truck, I hear a click and the radio turns off. Please help!!!!

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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 11:15 AM
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did you do the install or was it done for you? The relay that powers the radio may be bad or a connection that allows power when the ignition is on has broken... find the relay that is clicking and start there with re-seating its connections.. And if you have not already check all fuses
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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 12:15 PM
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Does it do it with the switch on, and not started?
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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 12:55 PM
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It was installed by a shop. I will check relays and all fuses. Thanks.
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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 1:00 PM
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The radio works when the key is turned to the first position. When you start it, it turns off. Is that what you were asking kevinkpk?
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It was installed by a shop. I will check relays and all fuses. Thanks.
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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 1:20 PM
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It was installed by a shop. I will check relays and all fuses. Thanks.
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What I am asking, without starting it, with key in on position, does it turn on, then shutoff?
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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 1:43 PM
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No, it will stay on until it is started
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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 2:04 PM
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Is there any aftermarket anti-theft system installed?
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