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Re: [T3] Odd Electrical Problem


On 27 Mar 2001, at 21:13, Mark Healey wrote:

> This problem applies to both my auto and manual 71 squares.
> 
> I have the radios wired with the usual always hot and switched hot
> leads.  When I start the car every thing is normal.  However whenever
> I brake after backing out of a parking place the radio will cut out.
> this only hapens the first time.  Sometimes it will happen when I turn
> on the headlights or wipers.
> 
> Also, I will loose volume when I the engine is going at high speeds.

First check to make sure that you have 14.1-14.4V at the battery 
at med RPM when the engine is warm. 

Then check all the connections between the battery and the fuse 
box looking for loose connections, and make sure that you have 
your radio is hooked up to the right fuse.

Then make sure that your radio has a good ground. The antenna 
shield is NOT a good ground.

What you're describing is NOT normal.

-
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI 53711-3054
USA

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