Radio info?

[robertg1234]

Does anybody have the tech manuals for the radio? I need to know if the radio has a changer connection (I know it's a 6CD changer to begin with), and where the amps are. Thanks!

 

[DavidA]

The amps are under the the top bin behind the rear package shelf as are the two Bass speakers. They are hidden under the cloth. There is no mention of a changer connection nor is there any provision for satellite radio receivers. This last point I find a bit distressing as most of the new cars from Chrysler and GM have a place to add a module for satellite radio. Ford, however, does not in their 2002's but will in many 2003 radios.

 

[KYbluebird]

The radio drives the 2 front speakers (doors) & 2 rear speakers and a center-image amp drives 2 center console speakers and the subwoofer amp drives 2 subwoofers in the convertible top well for a total of 8 speakers. The wiring diagram does not show any connectors for a changer. The center-image amp is under the dash on the left, and the subwoofer amp is on the right subwoofer.

For a little radio fun; while listening to a radio station, press the 3 and the 6 buttons at the same time. For more fun, immediately after pressing the 3 & 6, then press one of the 1 through 6 buttons, then for more, press the tune button for diagnostic and software codes. The fail code (2003) for the remote disc changer will always show since it doesn't exist.

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Ron

VIN #7729, seq. #7505
partial blue premium, no top

 

[robertg1234]

So it looks like I will rip the radio out. I had the subs go out on an engine startup, but they came back when I stopped and restarted the car (ignition on/off). That means I will need both a harness and a radio bracket. Any hints here???

 

[KYbluebird]

Call Crutchfield at 1-888-955-6000. They don't show a listing for t-bird but do for the Lincoln LS, it's the same setup.

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Ron

VIN #7729, seq. #7505
partial blue premium, no top

 

[DavidA]

I did the self test on my radio and it failed. I have suspected that the read amp was faulty buy now I guess I have confirmation. I'd like someone else to do the self test and post the results please. Press 3&6 together, then button 1. Wait about 2 minutes while it performs the test and it should say test pass -- Mine said test fail. Please let me know. thanks.

 

[KYbluebird]

It always fails when it checks the for the external CD changer.

Press the tune button to step through the fail codes or press 2 to see the previous codes (eject resets).

The subwoofer II test is actually the center image test.

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Ron

VIN #7729, seq. #7505
partial blue premium, no top

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