Why do my subs work but not my speakers?

1) Check if external amp is getting power. If the car amp is not getting any power, your car speakers will not work. This can cause your sub to work but your speaker to have no sound. 3) Check the speaker wire.

Why does my car radio have bad signal?

One of the most common causes of poor car radio reception is a poor antenna connection. If the antenna cable is poorly seated in your head unit, or any of the connections are loose, worn, or corroded, you’ll often find it difficult to tune into your favorite station.

Can I use my steering wheel controls with an aftermarket stereo?

This subject is a little complicated, but the basic answer is that, no, you can’t connect steering wheel audio controls to an aftermarket radio without an adapter. In most cases, though, an adapter is required.

Why would you bypass a factory amp?

There are a few reasons you would need to bypass a factory amplifier. The most common have to do with the factory amplifier not producing enough quality, going bad or our favorite; a speaker is blown and is next to impossible to find.

How do I know if my factory amp is blown?

How do you Figure Out that your Car Amplifier is not Working Properly?

1. There is a noticeable distortion in the sound.
2. There is no sound even if you have already turned on your audio system.
3. Your stereo system starts making bizarre sounds such as farting sounds.

Where can I Find my Acura MDX radio code?

There are a number of ways to retrieve your Acura MDX Radio Code, or whichever Acura model you own– older, such as the Acura TL and TSX or newer, such as the Acura TLX and redesigned RDX. First, check the inside of your glove box.

Where to find serial number on Acura TSX radio?

If you’re looking for an Acura TSX radio code, the process to find the serial number is slightly different if your vehicle came equipped with a navigation system, but still straightforward. Turn the ignition switch to ACC (I). Turn on the audio unit, and make sure you see COdE in the upper display. Turn off the audio unit.

How long is the trial for SiriusXM on an Acura?

All newly purchased or leased Acura vehicles equipped with satellite radio will receive a 3-month trial subscription to our best package, SiriusXM All Access. Customers get access to the widest variety of entertainment anywhere with over 150 amazing SiriusXM channels to explore – in and out of their vehicle.

When do I need to unlock my Acura radio?

If the battery in your Acura goes dead or is disconnected from the power source, the anti-theft radio will lock itself in order to prevent theft. Even if your battery dies and is revived by a jump or recharge, you’ll still need to unlock your radio to get it back into working order.