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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 08:23 AM
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Electrical Problems

My 06 F-350 Has had 3 radio's installed and im still getting bad draws and interferance. Bad enough to the point that the radio doesn't even work. Does anyone have any suggestions besides taking it to the dealer who is completely clueless?!?!? Its driving me insane and costing me alot of money and time.
ALL HAVE BEEN FACTORY RADIO'S
 

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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 08:34 AM
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Welcome to FTE and the 6.0 forum DSAuto

When you get a chance you might want to cruise over to our Tech Folder for some great 6.0 info.
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Have you added any mods to the truck?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 08:46 AM
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All have been factory radios
 
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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 08:48 AM
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I understand. But, have you added any performance mods etc...?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 09:02 AM
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Remote Start and thats it, But its been in for 3 months and i've installed a dozen of them on other 05 and 06 Ford Superdutys, no problems with them. I manage a collision and restyling shop, and my tech says its in the radio, i trust him 100%. I'm at a loss and i didnt want to pay him to find out the problem because the trucks still under warranty. Know what i mean?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 09:07 AM
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This was related to earlier '03 / '04s I beleive...but, worth a look.

Radio Interference with Head- or Parking Lights On:
To diagnose this condition, try operating the power mirrors. Disconnect whichever mirror causes interference and try actuating the switch again to confirm the noise is gone. Replace the mirro cover to correct the condition (base part number 17D742 or 17D743). Broadcast Message 1304


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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 09:13 AM
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just tried........ not related ahhhhh
 
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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 09:34 AM
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Well, could go back to the olden days and check your altenator...
 
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after start up for about 3 1/2 minutes it runs off the batteries then transfers to the alternators, is this normal?
 
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