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Symptom Troubleshooting (CD Player/changer): Diagnosis Mazda 3 BL

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Troubleshooting Index

No.ItemsSymptomPossible DTC
1CD player/changerCD player/changer does not load the CD or ejects the CD immediately03:Er01, 03:Er10
2CD player/changer does not eject the CD03:Er01
3CD player/changer does not play the CD/No sound03:Er07, 03:Er10
4Sound jumps03:Er02
5Scratches on the CD03:Er02
6CD changerDisc changer is inoperative
7CD player/changerTrack change is inoperative03:Er02

TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Scheme 77

Scheme 77

Diagnostic procedure

STEPINSPECTIONACTION
1Is CD inserted properly, label-side up?YesGo to the next step.
NoExplain to the customer that the CD should be inserted into the slot label-side up.
2Replace with a CD known to be operational. Does the CD player/changer load the CD?YesGo to the next step.
NoReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
3Visually inspect the CD. Is there any dirt, scratches or deformation on the CD? Is the CD a non-conventional disc?YesExplain to the customer that the defective CD or non-conventional disc cannot be used.
NoGo to the next step.
4Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. Inspect the connection of the audio unit connector (24-pin). Inspect both the audio unit connector and wiring harness-side connector for a poor connection, (such as damaged/bent/pulled-out pins, corrosion) All the pins and connector normal?YesReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
NoIf the audio unit connector/pin is malfunctioning: Replace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) If the wiring harness-side connector/pin is malfunctioning: Repair or replace the pins and/or the connector.

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE CHART

STEPINSPECTIONACTION
1Inspect the operation of the audio system other than the CD player/changer (e.g. Radio). Does the other audio system operate?YesGo to Step 3.
NoGo to the next step.
2Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. Inspect the connection of the audio unit connector (24-pin). Inspect both audio unit connector and wiring harness-side connector for poor connection, (such as damaged/bent/pulled-out pins, corrosion) Are all the pins and connectors normal?YesGo to the next step.
NoIf the audio unit connector/pin is malfunctioning: Replace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) If the wiring harness-side connector/pin is malfunctioning: Repair or replace the pins and/or the connector.
3Eject the CD. Is the CD ejected from the CD player/changer?YesGo to the next step.
NoInspect the center panel and CD cover installation. Securely install the center panel and/or CD cover if necessary.
4Insert the CD into the CD player/changer. Does the CD insert into the CD player/changer smoothly?YesReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
NoInstall the center panel and/or CD cover properly, then go to the next step.
5Is the CD ejected from the CD player/changer?YesTroubleshooting completed. Explain repairs to the customers.
NoReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE CHART

STEPINSPECTIONACTION
1Turn the radio on and check for sound. Is there sound output? NOTE: Check the volume dial position.YesGo to the next step.
NoGo to symptom troubleshooting No.3 (Audio system).
2Was the CD inserted properly, label-side up?YesGo to the next step.
NoExplain to the customer that the CD should be inserted into the slot label-side up.
3Replace with a CD known to be operational. Does the CD player/changer load the CD?YesGo to the next step.
NoReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
4Visually inspect the CD. Is there any dirt, scratches or deformation on the CD? Is the CD a non-conventional disc?YesExplain to the customer that the defective CD or non-conventional disc cannot be use.
NoReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
NOTE
Check the volume dial position.

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE CHART

STEPINSPECTIONACTION
1Does the sound jump when the vehicle is stopped?YesGo to the Step 6.
NoGo to the next step.
2Drive the vehicle. Does the sound jump when driving over uneven surfaces?YesGo to the next step.
NoGo to the Step 6.
3Is the audio unit installed securely?YesGo to the next step.
NoInstall the audio unit securely.
4Inspect the tire pressure. Is the tire pressure normal?YesReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
NoGo to the next step.
5Adjust the tire pressure within specification. Does the sound jump when driving the vehicle?YesReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
NoAudio system is normal. Explain repairs to the customers.
6Replace with a CD other than the one known to be operational. Does the sound jump when driving the vehicle?YesReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
NoAudio system is normal. Explain to the customer that the CD is malfunctioning.

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE CHART

STEPINSPECTIONACTION
1Were multiple CDs inserted into the CD player at the same time?YesExplain to the customer to insert CDs one by one.
NoGo to the next step.
2Visually inspect the CD. Is the CD deformed disc (e.g., out of specification (thickness), bent disc)?YesAudio system is normal. Explain to the customer that the CD is malfunctioning.
NoReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE CHART

STEPINSPECTIONACTION
1Inspect the CD changer operation. Does the CD changer operate properly?YesGo to the next step.
NoGo to symptom troubleshooting " NO.3 CD PLAYER/CHANGER DOES NOT PLAY THE CD/NO SOUND ".
2Inspect the following: Is the display shown properly when operating the disc change button? Does the radio band selection operate properly?YesReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
NoGo to the next step.
3Inspect the center panel installation. Does the CD changer change the disc properly after re-installing the center panel?YesInstall the center panel securely and properly.
NoGo to " " in this section. Replace the center panel if necessary.

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE CHART

STEPINSPECTIONACTION
1Replace with a CD known to be operational. Does the CD player change the track?YesExplain to the customer that the defective CD or a non-conventional disc cannot be used.
NoGo to the next step.
2Inspect the center panel installation. Does the CD player change the track number on the display when pressing the track up or down button?YesReplace the audio unit. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CENTER PANEL UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .) (See AUDIO UNIT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
NoGo to the " " in this section. Replace the center panel if necessary.

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE CHART

Scheme 78

Scheme 78: AUDIO CD [CD PLAYER/CHANGER]
  1. The CD player/changer has been designed to play CDs bearing the identification logo, COMPACT DISC DIGITAL AUDIO, as shown. No other discs can be played on the CD player/changer other than MP3 applicable ones.
  2. The CD player/changer may not play the following types of CDs: Defective CDs (e.g., cracked, badly bent, rough edges, scratch, dirty CD condensation) 8 cm (3 in) CD accessories (e.g., 8 cm (3 in) disc adapter, sticker, label) Nonstandard CDs (e.g., Diameter/thickness is out of specification) Specification: 119.7-120.3 mm (4.668-4.692 in) of diameter, 1.2+0.3 or -0.1 mm (0.047+0.012 or 0.004 in) of thickness
  3. Do not use non-conventional discs. The CD player/changer could be damaged.

Examples

Scheme 79

Scheme 79
  1. Although the same physical size as the compact disc, SACDs use a different kind of digital audio signal called Direct Stream Digital.
  2. The CD player/changer may not play the CD-R/RW properly due to the disc condition (excluding MP3).