Radio, dome lights, clock, tachometer, trunk lights and key fob stopped working

Hi,

When the radio was unplugged, did everything else work and it just blows the fuse when you reconnected the radio?

If that is the case, was there a problem with the radio prior? Did you check the wiring at the radio to make sure nothing is shorting or the plug isn't bad?

I looked through the wiring schematics. They indicate fuse 8 in the under hood fuse box (20 amp) powers the radio and the lighting you mentioned. So, if everything works until you connect the radio, either you have a wiring issue right at the radio (bad plug, damaged wire) or the radio itself is bad.

Let me know.

Joe

Hi,

It sounds like something shorted in the radio itself. Ugh! You have the same kind of luck I have. I've seen the pins get corroded, bend, and then short at the connector, but if they all look good, the problem is the radio.

I don't know if you need them, but here are the directions for the removal and replacement of the radio. The attached pics correlate with the directions.

2008 Subaru Impreza F4-2.5L SOHC
Removal and Replacement
Vehicle Accessories and Optional Equipment Radio, Stereo, and Compact Disc Radio/Stereo Service and Repair Removal and Replacement
REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
2. Remove the center panel.
3. Remove the fitting screws, and slightly pull the audio out from the center console.

Pic 1

4. Disconnect the harness connectors and antenna feeder cord.
5. Remove the audio.
6. Remove the mounting screws and detach the satellite radio unit.

Pic 2

INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Let me know how you make out and if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

Hi,

You are very welcome. Please feel free to come back anytime in the future if you have questions or need help.

Take care,
Joe