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What to do if your CD player is stuck?

By Emma Martin

What to do if your CD player is stuck?

You will need to remove the radio and then just disassemble the radio enough to get to the CD mechanism. This will eventually kill your battery if it’s not fixed. The simplest thing to do would be to replace the radio/CD player with an aftermarket unit. Crutchfield.com has lots of choices in a wide range of prices.

Why is my CD player stuck in eject mode?

For 4 days now the CD player in my 2000 Chevy S-10 has been stuck in eject mode, even when the truck is off (even when I take out the key and open the door). Every 5 seconds (and this is not an exaggeration)it tries to eject a CD.

What should I do with my old CD player?

The simplest thing to do would be to replace the radio/CD player with an aftermarket unit. Crutchfield.com has lots of choices in a wide range of prices. This will probably cost less than repairing the original CD player.

Is there a 12 disc CD changer left?

Only 1 left! Pioneer CDX-P1270 12 Disc Changer. Car CD Changer. 12 disc magazine included.

What should I do if my CD player is stuck?

Grab a blank or useless CD. This method involves inserting a second CD into the player, so, to prevent damage to a beloved album, try to procure a blank CD or one that you otherwise don’t care about. Turn the CD player on before proceeding. If this requires you to start the car, then start the car and turn the CD player on.

Can a CD changer be left in the car?

When you go this route for adding a CD changer, you should be intending to keep this vehicle for a while, or be willing to leave the changer in the vehicle when you and the car part ways. It’s possible that you might be able to get an adapter to connect the CD changer to your next vehicle, but you shouldn’t plan on it.

Do you need a factory compatible CD changer?

One thing to keep in mind with a factory-compatible CD changer is vehicle-specificity. When you go this route for adding a CD changer, you should be intending to keep this vehicle for a while, or be willing to leave the changer in the vehicle when you and the car part ways.

If your car CD player is not working and give you an error and a CD is stucked, it can be very frustrating, but don’t worry in this video I will try to show you the different ways you can remove it. If you follow the instruction in this video your CD may get damaged. So make sure you use a blank Cd that you don’t need. Loading…

Why is my CD player not working in my car?

Some CD players may not function when the car is turned off. For these players, try pressing and holding the power and eject buttons while the car is running. Consult the player’s manual.

Why is my CD player not ejecting the CD?

Sometimes a CD will not eject because the mechanism to eject the CD doesn’t have a good grip. This may be especially true in older vehicles where the CD player has been used frequently. One way of helping the CD player get better grip is by using a second CD.

How to remove a CD jammed in a car player?

Step 2: Insert the second CD. Slide the second CD about 1” inch into the CD disk slot. At this point, the second CD should rest on top of the first. By doubling the thickness, the releasing mechanism may be able to get a better grip on the original CD. Step 3: Push down gently on the first CD.