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Old 05-23-2010, 03:24 PM
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alright guys im having a problem with my radio usually you take out the key and when you open the door it turns off but mine is staying on. i have stock radio in it. ive been told it could be my ignition switch does anybody have any idea.

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Originally Posted by jsmitty02z28
alright guys im having a problem with my radio usually you take out the key and when you open the door it turns off but mine is staying on. i have stock radio in it. ive been told it could be my ignition switch does anybody have any idea.

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Sounds like the door positon gear/sensor is either not postioned correctly or has died.
If this is the problem - then the inside cabin light will stays on as well as the radio.
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Could be a BCM problem, I believe it controls the radio, lighting, and door lock functions after the key is off.
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I have the same problem!!!
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Originally Posted by Weezzer
Sounds like the door positon gear/sensor is either not postioned correctly or has died.
If this is the problem - then the inside cabin light will stays on as well as the radio.
if it was the door senso do i have one on the passenger side as well and shouldnt the radio turn off after like 10 min? thanks guys
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Originally Posted by 01ssreda4
Could be a BCM problem, I believe it controls the radio, lighting, and door lock functions after the key is off.
what is the bcm
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body control module
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Most likely its your BCM, here...read this:

http://www.fbodyonline.com/how-to-fi...dio-and-locks/




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