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Old Jul 10, 2012 | 05:29 PM
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thank you for tips tried a few volumn bar still returns to mute after short time reset volumn returns to mute again
 
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Old Jul 10, 2012 | 06:06 PM
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Originally Posted by john duncombe
thank you for tips tried a few volumn bar still returns to mute after short time reset volumn returns to mute again
If you actually see the volume bars decrease to mute, the radio is probably not the issue. Check the handlebar switch or wiring harness from the switch to the radio.
 
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Old Jul 10, 2012 | 06:49 PM
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WOW, same here. I have an 09 EG Standard I bought new. I had the HD dealer install a HK radio. Recently, I noticed the volume shutting off, but all the other functions appeared fine. Volume bars show that it is on high, but no sound comes out. Shutting the radio off, then on again seems to work for a bit. This problem is sporadic but very annoying. Wonder how much the local HD dealer will charge to diagnose the issue. What is the warranty on radios anyway? I assume it 2 years, but not sure.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2012 | 11:52 PM
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I just noticed that my HK radio has an intermittent loss of the LCD screen info.

It started the day it went to 37C (104F) Havn't seen it this week...low 90's. Why would the LCD blank out in heat. Any ideas?
 
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Old Sep 14, 2012 | 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Captian K
I have a 2008 Road Glide, now on my 2nd stereo. First one the display went out after 25 months, dealer goodwill replaced in Aug 2010, now this one one the audio has stopped working. talked to Tony at Ironcross Audio and will send to them to fix. HD can kiss my $#%$, I will never spend another dime with HD. Called corporate and they wont even admit there is aproblem with HK stereos. Called dealer and cancelled my order for new 2012 Ultra Glide. I'll buy a BMW before I'll ever buy another Harley!
This is funny... my buddies with BMW's say the same thing about them.
Crap and I'll never buy another.

I know it's frustrating... my radio went out last week, but I did have the extended warranty.
 
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Old Sep 14, 2012 | 01:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Iron Cross Audio
Symptoms acting alot like liquid damage to the faceplate PCB.
When I run the diags I get a 2017 FL Speaker Open.

Bike was dropped by local dealer while getting tires installed.
Had to replace the tour pack and inner/outer fairing
Upgraded all four speakers to boom audio,
Have the J&M Headset, radio looks like it's working, but no sound in any speaker or headset.
Same with intercom and CB nothing.
 
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Old Sep 14, 2012 | 10:50 PM
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You will get a "Speaker Open" code if you have an amp installed.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 10:38 AM
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has anyone had any problems with the display? mine went out but ther red background flickers off and on
 
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Old Sep 16, 2012 | 11:02 AM
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geez I guess I'm lucky. I've never had an issue.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2012 | 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Timmy B
geez I guess I'm lucky. I've never had an issue.
me neither... 1st time 2009 Ultra all other bikes were fine!
 
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