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Old 06-27-20, 04:41 PM
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My head unit stopped working this morning in my 06. GTA car kit bluetooth module is getting power as my phone connects when the car turns on. This is connected directly to the back of the head unit. Any suggestions? Probably the amp? Checked the 30 amp fuse under the hood and of course it's fine. Maybe it's time to ditch the entire system.
Old 06-27-20, 04:46 PM
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Do the indicators on the head unit seem to be operating? Lights, display?

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Nothing at all. I found a post about diagnostic mode but this did nothing. Totally dead but if the GTA kit is turning on I know power is getting to the head unit. My best guess is the amp failed. Which blows, the car only has 71k on it.

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Looks like not is actually the amp but the head unit. Surprising. Update coming.

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OK. What was the problem?

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OEM head unit failed. Kenwood installed. Anyone interested in my GTA car kit bluetooth module? Make me a reasonable offer. Compatible with 05 - 2010. It was $155 new.



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Originally Posted by Lavrishevo
OEM head unit failed. Kenwood installed. Anyone interested in my GTA car kit bluetooth module? Make me a reasonable offer. Compatible with 05 - 2010. It was $155 new.

I have a 2002, not sure if this work .. would you know ? The GTA website doesn’t have one for a 2004 or older model.
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Originally Posted by RCBGT
I have a 2002, not sure if this work .. would you know ? The GTA website doesn’t have one for a 2004 or older model.
It does not. I think the head unit cannot switch between devices.
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Did your Kenwood work with the rest of the Lexus audio components? Are you using the OEM amp and speakers?
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Originally Posted by Poqman
Did your Kenwood work with the rest of the Lexus audio components? Are you using the OEM amp and speakers?
Yes, but it needs a harness to interact properly. Separate switch installed for antenna control. Stock amp and speakers used. Used the speaker repair kit to re-foam.
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