gtrotter who started this thread is absolutely correct that there is a volume control problem on 2009 radios. I had the first radio replaced at the dealer. I plan to speak to the dealer about it but I assume they wont do anything. The same problem comes back though. Content on tundrasolutions.com is generated by its users. I just have AM. Select SETTINGS from the Home screen or Entertainment screen. But it works ok in the frozen state. Whether you own $10k+ of high end gear or a humble $200 receiver from Best Buy, chances are about 100% that every note of recorded music played through your system is funneled through a volume control device (a.k.a. Select Auto Level Control (standard audio) for automatic volume adjustment at 7 levels; slide to Off to turn off. Must power the car on and off and it is back to normal for a while. Sometimes the Sirius tuner doesn't come on at all. Mine experienced exactly what gtrotter described first at 180 miles, and now at 700 miles the problem comes and goes as it pleases. Volume for Scout GPS Link is controlled within the Toyota Audio Multimedia System Settings. There is no functionality to control volume from the app itself when connected to Audio Multimedia System. Check all 4 fuses but if there was a problem im thinking it … everything works fine. Toyota car stereos are equipped with an anti-theft feature that requires a four-digit access code. a lot of cars these days have external amplifiers factory installed. Learn about this problem, why it occurs, and how to fix it. I made sure to rotate the knob a bunch after putting it back on and it's held up well for about a year and a half. Some vehicles, if not calibrated properly would overshoot or undershoot and causes obvious volume changing. I have this problem in my 07 JBL sound system. Of course, whenever I approach the dealer, the radio is behaving at that moment. Is this something I can repair on my Toyota 16818 radio? > Gen 2 (2004-2009) Toyota Prius Forums > Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting > Problem with volume control for radio Discussion in ' Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting ' started by ernie1 , Apr 8, 2010 . A lot of times, it all freezes--can't change volume or switch modes from AM, to FM, CD, etc. Some buttons like SAT and AUX won't turn on, etc. http://www.amsoil.com/index.aspx?zo=5072667, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada, tundrasolutions.com is an Toyota enthusiast website owned and operated by VerticalScope Inc. Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by bradnunn, Aug 9, 2005. bradnunn Junior Member. must be aftermarket~ My audi installer said it is a software problem with the Prius. they generally have two fuses that power them though. The feature is activated whenever the head unit is disconnected from the power source. I have had the stations change randomly, the display mix all the letters up, and the volume controls reverse on me! Is anyone else having a problem with the Toyota Radio that has navigation? The 2009 Toyota Tacoma has 4 problems reported for radio volume does not work. This is a common occurrence. Janet If you have a broken radio volume control shaft, you can buy a replacement at Allied Electronics, P/N EC11E15244G1. There is a Problem with 2009 Radios! The truck has almost 54,000 miles on it. Turn your Toyota to the “on” position. After a few minutes the volume is stuck in place. radio issue I go in today for regular service and they are going to pull the model info off the radio and call toyota. 2008 Toyota Sienna XLE Package #2 ... You just don't have control of the volume via the control knob on the radio. We usually do a radio … Have you ever tried defeating the Speed Compensated Volume Control option in your radio. If its a documented problem with a fix they will fix it otherwise they are replacing the radio. I had this same problem, and pulling the volume knob off and shooting some electronic contact cleaner in the hole worked well for me. The touch screen looks like the radio is on but the volume control does nothing. I had problems with the radio when the truck was fairly new- those being problems with the volume control and tuning stations. Airbag propellant degradation: Newer 4Runners come with Takata front passenger airbag inflators that fail to deploy during an accident. Lexus LS430 Volume Control Problems With Premiun Stereo System - 106 reports. Remove the top cover on your VSX-D608. Disconnect the power from your receiver. It is FN annoying! Toyota technician here. It also works on amplified speakers. (You must log in or sign up to post here. it might be an aux power fuse or it might have radio fuse. Report. Who made the one you have now? Toyota Corolla 2003 manual 1.4l 90000 miles Steering Radio Stalls The steering controls work with the normal radio unit but when i installed the new one the steering controls doesn't work any more for some reason, I just wanted to find any other way i could get the steering controls to work with my new pioneer radio. Select SOUND to adjust settings. 1. After repairs or replacement, you will need to reset the access security code … After 170,000 miles my only problem with my 2000 Tundra is that I have twisted and pushed my radio on/off volume control knob so many times that it has gotten loose. 1. Average failure mileage is 4,050 miles. I have XM and I have the same problem. Hold the “info” button on the vehicle’s display with your right hand and flip the lights on and off with your other hand. You will be on one station, then you can see the numbers spinning like it’s on constant scan. This happens because these airbags are missing a chemical drying agent that absorbs moisture, which leads to early propellant degradation due to excessive moisture and fluctuating high temperatures. When It's Just the Car Radio That Doesn't Work . If I shut down the car and restart (reboot?) I have a similar problem with my Sirius tuner. That's a PERFECT example of a device dumping too much data in the car's BUS computer system. I have the 07 JBL unit. Average failure mileage is 11,500 miles. What Is Volume Control? Get the XM module swapped out, and if it happens again try another manufacturer. I would start checking fuses. After 170,000 miles my only problem with my 2000 Tundra is that I have twisted and pushed my radio on/off volume control knob so many times that it has gotten loose. Don’t start the vehicle, just the on position as if you were listening to the radio. I can speak with experience that it's the XM tuner. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. He said it shouldn't happen and clearly there is something wrong with it. Try this first, (if you want to). Doesn't "count" up or down while turning the volume knob. I agree that it's probably the internal control Bus that's probably processing too much info on start up and dumping some of the systems. All you have to do is download the simple Toyota Radio Code Generator software application tool and all of your problems regarding the audio system in your Toyota will be gone before you blink. To address this issue, Toyota issued a massive safety recallin summer 2017. Very weird. Carefully unsolder the old volume control shaft (bench vise to hold is helpful). The radio Unit also kept making phone calls, and kept changing screens. 2. Yes! Lexus SC430 Volume Control Problems With Premiun Stereo System - 19 reports. This technique repairs poorly operating volume control's in under 1 minute with NO disassembly needed. Is this something I can repair on my Toyota 16818 radio? (Page 1 of 2) You’ll probably have to buy a new head unit if the issue is in the tuner, but a lot of these problems are actually antenna issues. 2007 Toyota Tundra Toyota Radio AD1804 Volume control doesn't work. I have the same issue too. The radio in this truck just refuses to stay on, and is glitchy when it does. the radio that was obtained from kelseyville auto salvage had a "phony analog" which induced a pulse in a rotary fashion if you are sentimental about the olde time volume controls---quite suprised that 'factory' 2002 still used the ole crunch-dial and wonder could this be what ford uses on their LA riot vehicles? 2004 Lexus LS430 100,000 mi, Usually the customer complains of the radio randomly rebooting, freezing, Bluetooth connectivity issues or touch screen inoperable. Doesn't "count" up or down while turning the volume knob. One time, radio was loud, and could not turn it down as the screen was frozen. The volume control 'encoder' is probably either faulty or dirty. tundrasolutions.com is not in any way affiliated with Toyota Motor Company. Tundra Solutions Forum - the best community to talk, mods, price, repair and research your Toyota! Remove and pull out the black plastic knob (volume control) located on the front of your receiver. Stuck at a level that cannot be heard while driving. Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by bradnunn, Aug 9, 2005. The 2009 Toyota Tacoma has 23 problems reported for radio goes off without warning. If your radio doesn’t work, but you can listen to CDs, MP3 players, and other audio sources, then the problem is either related to the tuner or the antenna. CHECK AUDIO SETTINGS Rav4 hybrid limited with navigation. Hell dude just get a new one I sure you got your money worth.heck I got my factory deck collecting dust in the attic only in truck for maybe 6 months let me know if you want it. My radio will play then it will start skipping channels. The little printed circuit board that it is attached to can easily be removed by unscrewing the three small screws. I purchased a 2009 Toyota Tacoma last October and love it, however, I have one major problem - the radio. Lexus LS430 Volume Control Problems With Premiun Stereo System - 106 reports. This applies to Camrys, Corollas, Tundras, 4Runners, Highlanders. If the volume button is not "frozen" in place at the current volume level, then I can hear the volume actual decrease significantly for about 20-30 seconds and then it increases back to the normal level. Has happened about once every two weeks. This is not a quality Toyota Product. JavaScript is disabled. Most vehicles have this option now to free users from adjusting the radio volume control in Stop- and- Go traffic. Just recently (starting about a week ago), the radio volume knob (on the dash board) failed (you could turn the knob but no change in volume) but then the next day it was OK. Then the radio button that allows the driver to move among AM, FM and SAT failed (no matter the pressing, no movement) then the next day everything was OK. ), '09 Package 7 - SEVERE Radio Volume Issue, GPS Voice Guidance Volume\CD Player and Radio. an attenuator) before it reaches your ears. SOURCE: I just acquired 2005 toyota it being an avalon it is a higher end car. Learn about this problem, why it occurs, and how to fix it. I think I can solve the problem with a new head unit and new amp. This could be a push button or key. Radio volume control problem. It has a WMA stereo which actually sounds pretty good when it works. 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