2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission lost fm radio...

[Willys]

I lost my FM radio reception a few months ago, and the AM band seems unusually sensitive to interference from power lines/red lights? AM still works though its a bear to listen to boortz or hannity while in traffic. It seemed to have gone out during a thunderstorm, a headlight quit working the same night. 1st question- is my radio fried and need replacement or is there something internal that I can fix? 2nd question- is there any way to tell if my truck was struck by lightning?



more background info- its a 1996 ram CTD with the factory infiniti stereo- tape deck and radio only.



thanks

AndyOo.

 

[bayvalve]

Take the stock stereo out of the dash, to do this the dash bezel has to come off, but only after the two screws in the drink holder, and then 2 screws in the ashtray. There is a large black wire that looks like an RCA cable but has a silver tip on the end of it. That is the antenna hook-up to the stereo. Make sure that it is securely plugged into the stereo. I've had mine in my '96 wiggle out before, I would start there. If it is hooked up correctly, and you still have no FM reception, I would just go out and spend 100 to 200 bucks on a far nicer aftermarket stereo, the reception will be far better, and you'll notice a better sound from your stock speakers. - hope this helps.

- Kevin.

 

[Willys]

Thanks, I'll check it out tomorrow.