Factory Radio Not Working After Reinstall

[schim79]

hey there folks! I am really hoping someone can help me out here. I have a 2009 Rogue S with the base stereo in it. I tried installing an aftermarket deck with no luck at all, it wouldn't even power on. So I put the factory deck back in and I am now having the same issue....no power at all to the stereo. I checked the fuses and all seems to be in good order, I am stumped. I have done many successful installs in the past with no issues at all so I am really bummed on this one. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated even to just get the factory system working again!! Thanks!

[Honva]

The chance of both units broken is very small. The first step obvious is to check the 12V lead at the connector to see if there is power. If no power, one segment at a time to trace back to the fuse box to find where the problem is. Check both standby power and accessory power.

[Leo2005]

What about the ground? The top right screw IS the ground. If you didn't install that screw then you got no ground.

[Honva]

What about the ground? The top right screw IS the ground. If you didn't install that screw then you got no ground.

That's a good one. I bet that is the problem.

[ImStricken06]

the screw is what will ground the stock head-unit.

aftermarket head-units are usually grounded internally, along with an external wire - so they too require to be screwed in to actually receive the ground.

[schim79]

The chance of both units broken is very small. The first step obvious is to check the 12V lead at the connector to see if there is power. If no power, one segment at a time to trace back to the fuse box to find where the problem is. Check both standby power and accessory power.

I have not done this yet but plan to on sunday. Been out of town since the "tragedy".

[schim79]

the screw is what will ground the stock head-unit.

aftermarket head-units are usually grounded internally, along with an external wire - so they too require to be screwed in to actually receive the ground.

Sadly all the screws are in place. That is nice to know though because I never would have guessed that.

[schim79]

I was thinking while at work the past couple of days. Is there an inline fuse anywhere between the radio and the fuse box that could have possibly blown? I know it is a loooong shot but I am reaching for anything right now. I really don't want to take it to a shop to get fixed but if it comes down to it I am going to have no choice

[john13]

hey there folks! I am really hoping someone can help me out here. I have a 2009 Rogue S with the base stereo in it. I tried installing an aftermarket deck with no luck at all, it wouldn't even power on. So I put the factory deck back in and I am now having the same issue....no power at all to the stereo. I checked the fuses and all seems to be in good order, I am stumped. I have done many successful installs in the past with no issues at all so I am really bummed on this one. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated even to just get the factory system working again!! Thanks!

[Leo2005]

If all screws are secured the way you told us so I can't say much but you have to check the power on yellow and red wires via voltmeter. Power from red wire will be able as soon as you turn the key to ignition. Then we will get an idea what is going on.

[schim79]

Ok, just came in from checking the harness for power. I am getting 12v from the light blue wire on the factory harness.

[Leo2005]

This blue wire goes to the amp of the antenna. If this is all you get then you got no power in the radio at all. Check the fuses:
That fuse in fusebox on the driver's side of the steering wheel:

And that one under the hood:

[schim79]

Leo you are a savior!! It was the the fuse under the hood. I was sitting here looking at the schematics when I decided to check the forum and I saw your post so out to the car I went. Not sure exactly how I blew it but I sure did. Good thing it is a slow day at work because this is all I have been doing for the whole morning! Again...many thanks!!

[Leo2005]

Anytime!

[Focuscrane]

Leo, thank you for the fuse diagrams. I'm having a problem with my 2012 Rogue where the radio powers on when I start the vehicle, but then starts powering off and on a few times before completely shutting off once I start driving. I replaced the fuses hoping it would magically fix the problem, but as suspected the problem persists. I'm wondering if there is anything else that could easily be checked before I take it to the dealer. Much appreciated.