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Replaced a bad headlight switch a while ago and the problem was present both before and after.

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Hi looking for some advice... hunted around and couldn't get an answer 1999 996 40K miles. Original Becker stereo. Most bizarre thing. While at idle or driving and no AC or headlights on, the voltmeter reads 14V and the radio will not turn on. If I put the AC and/or the headlights on, drops to maybe 13.5 and the radio turns on no problem. Ignition/key switch is orginal but shows no signs of mechanical problem. Replaced a bad headlight switch a while ago and the problem was present both before and after. I wonder if the radio senses 14V and protects itself, and when I turn on other accessories the V drop is enough to allow it to power on. Then again, I read that 14V is the upper limit of normal for operating V when the car is running. Ideas? Voltage regulator ?

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I don't have the answers to your questions, but you might want to call Becker Autosond ( www.beckerautosound.com ) in New Jersey. They might be able to help.

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I'll second Becker Auto Sound, great people. I had a similar issue with the CDR220 in my 996 and the issue per BAS is the internal voltage sensor can go bad. Buy a refurbed one from them and you get a decent credit on your return. While you are at it, they also sell a Bluetooth module that is a very simple install and works very well.

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