Radio powered by headlights

2000 HYUNDAI ACCENT
100,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SWAKE4800
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My presets do not save with my factory radio or new Kenwood radio. I bought the new radio already wired from Cruthfield so I am sure that is not the issue. Also, the internal clock only gets power from the headlights being turned on. Can someone explain to me why this is, and if there is a simple fix for it?
Mar 29, 2018 at 10:10 PM
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KHLOW2008
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You have a power supply fault which could be due a blown fuse. The memory power supply is missing thus the radio is not able to save the preset stations. Clock not working correctly is also due to this memory fuse. Check the fuses under hood.
Mar 30, 2018 at 2:27 AM
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PATENTED_REPAIR_PRO
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It is the "room lamp" fuse in the engine compartment fuse and relay box, shown here.
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Mar 30, 2018 at 6:53 AM
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