[tnark]

I have a 2003 with the JBL sound system. Everything seems to be functioning except I have no sound. The stereo shows the volume level if I turn the dial, but no sound. All other functions work, I can switch from CD to radio, stations will display on screen. Hoping its maybe a simple fix without having to remove stereo unit from dash. Anybody experience this with their stereo unit?

[Sungod]

I had that happen to mine a few times. It usulally started working after turning it off and back on. I once had to disconnect the battery. I think the problem is the amp in the back.

[97BlackAckCL]

Definitely sounds like the amp is cutting out, I have a spare 1 if you need it, let me know

[tnark]

Thanks for the info. Is the amp easily accessed? And how would one test it to find out if it's failed?
If my amp has failed, I would be interested in that spare one. Thanks

[97BlackAckCL]

It's not that easy to get to, but this should help.

How to: access and remove the subwoofer

I would test it and see if it's getting power, and it it's turning on

[tnark]

I had just found that old thread on removing the panel. Looks like I have a project for the weekend. Thanks again for the help.

[Sungod]

Pay attention to post #10 about removing the cargo net star. The pictures are wrong. Do not use pliers. You just pull on the star part and the fastener will pop right out.

[tnark]

Are there any easy choices for a plug and play AMP to replace the one in my 2003 4runner limited. Would like to avoid having to rewire anything.

[j_hauth]

You should check the speakers before replacing the amp. If any one speaker is blown or hurt it can shut the amp down.

[tnark]

Originally Posted by j_hauth

You should check the speakers before replacing the amp. If any one speaker is blown or hurt it can shut the amp down.

Thanks for the info, didn't know that about the speakers. Sound likes a big task to remove panels and such to check all eight speakers.

[tnark]

Originally Posted by 97BlackAckCL

Definitely sounds like the amp is cutting out, I have a spare 1 if you need it, let me know

Had my AMP tested at local stereo shop. Definitely my AMP is bad. So yeah I'm interested in that spare if still available. My options for upgrading to aftermarket were out of my price range for now. Let me know how much you want with shipping.

Thanks

[97BlackAckCL]

you've got pm

[tnark]

Originally Posted by 97BlackAckCL

you've got pm

Got your pm, sent msg back but my sent folder shows no items sent. So I'm curious if you got my msg.

[deodra]

Freaking crap. I used to be able to turn the car off and back on and the sound would return. Now, no audio at at all! Suck!! It is bleeding cold out and now I have to tear into the car. Frickity frack.

[tom5191]

Originally Posted by deodra

Freaking crap. I used to be able to turn the car off and back on and the sound would return. Now, no audio at at all! Suck!! It is bleeding cold out and now I have to tear into the car. Frickity frack.

Before you tear into it, make sure the fuse is still good. Radio 2 fuse powers the speakers and amp. At least it does in my JBL stereo. Radio appears to work, but the fuse was blown so no sound.