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Old July 26th, 2012, 10:59 PM
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Default 2005 Suburban - Radio Turns Off When Ignition Is On
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 July 27th, 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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Does it do it with the switch on, and not started?
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It was installed by a shop. I will check relays and all fuses. Thanks.
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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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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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No, it will stay on until it is started
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Is there any aftermarket anti-theft system installed?
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