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Radio Preset Memory Is Lost

Radio preset memory is lost

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1. Set each of the radio station preset buttons.

Do each of the preset buttons set properly?

YES - Go to step 2.

NO - Go to step 4.

2. Turn the ignition switch OFF for 1 minute, then turn it back to ON (II).

3. Test all the preset buttons for proper recall operation.

Do the preset buttons recall the set radio stations?

YES - System is normal at this time. Check connections at the audio unit.

NO - Go to step 4.

4. Inspect the No. 6 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.

Is it OK?

YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Replace the fuse and reset. If it fails again, repair the short to ground in the harness.

5. Remove the audio-HVAC display module.
6. Disconnect the audio unit connector A (20P).
7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).




8. Measure the voltage between the audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 10 and body ground.

Is there battery voltage?

YES - Go to step 9.

NO - Repair open in the wire between the under-dash fuse/relay box and audio unit A10 terminal.

9. Reconnect the audio unit connector A (20P).




10. Measure the voltage between the audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 20 and body ground.

Is there less than 0.1 V?

YES - Replace the audio unit.

NO - Repair open in the wire between the audio unit connector A in the (20P) terminal No. 20 and body ground (G504).