Strange boot warning light - Radio problem

Strange boot warning light - Radio problem was created by Pusb

Posted 3 years 11 months ago #194792
Hi,

While out today in my MGF I hit a huge pot hole and instantly my radio cut out and the boot warning light came on. Also the indicators no longer flash when locking the car.

I know the wires can fray going into the boot, but would this cause a problem with the radio?
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Replied by Pusb on topic Strange boot warning light - Radio problem

Posted 3 years 11 months ago #194793
Well it turned out to just be the fuse

Not sure why the pot hole caused it to blow though
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Replied by Steve on topic Re:Strange boot warning light - Radio problem

Posted 3 years 11 months ago #194794
I would check for frayed shorting cables the jolt probably pushed a cable to earth causing fuse to blow also check boot light as it can come loose and touch down.

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Replied by talkingcars on topic Re:Strange boot warning light - Radio problem

Posted 3 years 11 months ago #194799
The fuse blew because the damaged wire (missing or cracked insulation) earthed out as the wire moved due to the pot hole.

That damaged wire is either behind the radio cage or in the loom by the boot hinge.


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